Piatra Craiului and Bucegi are some of the most popular and appreciated Romanian mountains. Come here to discover the unbelievable diversity of flora and fauna in the National Park of Piatra Craiului, the great pastures and the spectacular landscapes at the feet of Bucegi mountains. You will also visit perched sheepfolds in high mountain pastures and medieval fortresses.
Program
Day 1 Reception in Bucharest Beginning of the journey in Bucharest. Arrival before 2:00 pm. Reception at the train station or at your hotel in Bucharest. If you arrive by plane take the direct bus to the train station or add the option of private transfer. Train to Zarnesti (change in Brasov). Night in Zarnesti.
Day 2 Zarnesti Gorges Contemplative hike in the Piatra Craiului Mountains through the Zarnesti Gorges. Approx. 4 hours, 13km, +800m, -300m.
Day 3 From Piatra Craiului to Bucegi Trek in the National park of Piatra Craiului through pastures, sheepfolds, woods and scattered villages. The ridge of piatra Craiului will "watch over you" during the whole day almost. Approx. 4h30, 13km, +450m, -350m.
Day 4 Scattered villages You leave the Piatra Craiului mountains. A easy walk with “picture post-card” landscapes through a Romanian traditional mountain village with small and ancient houses, at the foot of Bucegi mountains. The inhabitants are livestock breeders; therefore the village has a long time tradition in cheese preparing. Approx. 4h, 14km, -150m, +250m.
Day 5 High mountain pastures and forests Trek towards the Bucegi massif. A long hike which you will not regret: magnificent landscapes and sights of the Piatra Craiului’s crest. Approx. 6h, 18km, +650m, -900m. Possible shorter walk (4h, 12km, +400m, -700m.
Day 6 Meadow of Gutana Continue to hike in the Bucegi mountains. A trek along the meadow of Gutana and the vertical walls of the Bucegi’s crest. Take time and enjoy these landscapes. Approx. 6h, 18km, +700m, -900m.
Day 7 Castle of Bran You can stroll in the village or exit this pastoral world to visit the Bran Castle. This fortress built in the 14th century had a role of defence against the migratory people. Later it protected Transylvania from the Ottoman invasions. The castle was also associated with the fictional character of Dracula, who was based on the prince Vlad Tepes of Wallachia.
You can also visit the Rasnov Castle.
Day 8 End of the journey Transfer by bus to Brasov and then by train to Bucharest. End of the journey.
Details
Starting point Bucharest train station.
End Bucharest train station.
How to get there By plane: Otopeni or Baneasa airports in Bucharest. By train : Bucharest train station.
Accommodation Nights in guest-houses in double rooms. Mostly 2 stars accommodation (except 2 days with WC out of the room).
Number of people Minimum of 2 people.
Level of difficulty Requires a medium fitness level. Maximum of 6h walking a day.
Carrying The transfers of your luggage is ensured. You only have to carry your things needed for the day (picnic, camera...)
Options - Private transfer (instead of train) from Brasov station to Zarnesti : 25€
- Single supplement : 75€
- Private transfer from Bucharest airport to train station, base 4 people : 25€
- Private transfer from Bucharest train station to airport, base 4 people : 25€
- Private transfer from Otopeni airport to hotel, base 4 people : 109€
- Private transfer from the hotel to Otopeni airport, base 4 people : 109€
- Extra-night in Bucharest, hotel in the centre, base single : 50€
- Extra-night in Bucharest, hotel in the centre, base double : 35€
- Extra-night in Bucharest, hotel in the centre, base triple : 25€
Included The nights, meals (except dinner and picnic day 7), road-book, maps, transfer of luggage, permanently reachable local assistance.
Not included Transfer to the meeting point and to the drop off point, the insurances, the drinks, the optional activities and the personal expenses.
