Transylvania Castles And Mountains
Explore some of Romania's most stunning mountain landscapes and soak up the unique culture of Transylvania on this inspiring self guided walk.
Piatra Craiului meaning royal stone, is a dramatic limestone ridge which rises sharply from the forests and plains below, offering one of the best ridge walks in Europe.
Enroute to the Bucegi Mountains, explore the gorges and ridgetops of Piatra Craiului to experience exceptional views of the region.
The Bucegi mountains are home to a diverse range of landscapes from pine and beech forests to flower laden meadows and high limestone cliffs.
It is also where you can find Bran Castle connected through folklore to the fictitious character, Dracula.
Whilst the legends of Transylvania are an enticing reason to visit this region, the walking opportunities and the friendly atmosphere in the mountain refuges guarantee this will be a unique and diverse adventure.
Piatra Craiului meaning royal stone, is a dramatic limestone ridge which rises sharply from the forests and plains below, offering one of the best ridge walks in Europe.
Enroute to the Bucegi Mountains, explore the gorges and ridgetops of Piatra Craiului to experience exceptional views of the region.
The Bucegi mountains are home to a diverse range of landscapes from pine and beech forests to flower laden meadows and high limestone cliffs.
It is also where you can find Bran Castle connected through folklore to the fictitious character, Dracula.
Whilst the legends of Transylvania are an enticing reason to visit this region, the walking opportunities and the friendly atmosphere in the mountain refuges guarantee this will be a unique and diverse adventure.
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Itinerary / Highlights
DAY 1Arrive Bucharest, train to Brasov and transfer to ZarnestiDAY 2 Walk in Piatra Craiului (Royal Stone) through the Zarnesti Gorge (5hrs)
DAY 3 Continue on foot through Piatra Craiului mountains and rural villages (4hrs)
DAY 4 Walk to Bran Castle home to the origin of the character known as 'Dracula' (4hrs)
DAY 5 Ascend the Bucegi Mountains with stunning views (6 hrs)
DAY 6 Transfer to Brasov for train to Bucharest, trip concludes

