Transfagarasan Road - one day trip from Bucharest

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12 to 14 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English

Overview

The price is per tour, not per person. So, the cost you see should be divided into the number of tourists. It's a private tour and we can do it also with one tourist.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Lunch
  • Entrance fees
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Meeting and Pickup

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We pick up from any hotel from Bucharest

What To Expect

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Curtea de Arges Monastery

The Cathedral from Curtea de Arges is the burial place for Romanians kings and queens. King Carol I and King Ferdinand and their queens Elisabeth and Mary are buried in the main church, and King Carol II, King Michael, and Queen Anne are buried in a new chappel. Also here we discover the legend behind the sacrifice of Manole, the builder.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Poienari Castle

The real fortress of Dracula, located in Arefu village, Poienari is on the top of the mountain. We have to climb 1480 steps to rich the fortress, but it is not so hard as you expect. Sometimes the access is forbidden due to brown bears attacks. Otherwise, we cand see it from the road.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Vidraru Dam

One of the biggest dams in Romania, Vidraru was built on the Arges river to control it. Now here we produce annual energy of 400 GWh.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Transfagarasan Highway

"The most beautiful road in the world" - Jeremy Clarkson (BBC - Top Gear). Built by Nicolae Ceausescu as the secret road for the army, in the 70s, now is a tourist attraction. Is open only from 1st of July to the 1st of November. During winter and spring, we can go to the highest point only by cable car.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Transfagarasan Road – one day trip from Bucharest?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (EEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-113908P11

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What's Included

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  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Parking Fees
  • Lunch
  • Entrance fees

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (EEST).

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