Explore Romania's Majestic Ranges: Bucegi & Piatra Craiului Trekking Tour in 6 days
| Age range | 12-99 |
| Country Region | Bran, Brasov, Bucegi Natural Park, Busteni, Magura, Otopeni airport, Pestera, Piatra Craiului National Park, Plaiul Foii |
| Difficulty | High, Medium |
| Number of days | 7 |
| Operating languages | English, Romanian |
| Points of interest | Babele rock formation, Bran Castle, Carpathian Sphinx, Curmatura mountain hut, La Om or Piscul Baciului Peak |
| Tour type | Active Adventure, Explorer, Hiking, Meeting the locals, Private tour, Wildlife tracks |
Explore Romania's Majestic Ranges: Bucegi & Piatra Craiului Trekking Tour in 6 days
6-Day Trek Through Romania's Iconic Mountains!
Rates:
- 1139 euro/person for a group of 4
- 999 euro/person for a group of 6
- 899 euro/person for a group of 8
The package includes:
- transportation
- accommodation
- full board
- licensed English speaking mountain guide
DESCRIPTION & FEATURES OF THE TREKKING TOUR
Over the course of 6 days, you'll have the chance to explore two of Romania's most renowned mountain ranges, the Bucegi and Piatra Craiului Massifs. Your accommodation will be in cozy chalets and welcoming boarding houses.
Day 1: Arrival and Transfer to Busteni
Arrive in Romania and transfer to Busteni town for accommodation.
Day 2: Trekking through the Bucegi Mountains
Take the cable car to Babele Chalet and embark on a 7-8 hour trek across the Bucegi Mountains to Poarta Village. Enjoy breathtaking views and a downhill walk of 1,700 meters. Accommodation at a local boarding house in Bran Village.
Day 3: Exploring Piatra Craiului National Park
Trek through two charming mountain villages before entering Piatra Craiului National Park. After 7-8 hours of hiking (800 m uphill, 200 m downhill), reach Curmatura Hut (1,470 m) for an overnight stay in the dormitory. Accommodation is basic, with no private facilities.
Day 4: Ridge Trekking in Piatra Craiului
Spend 6-7 hours trekking the main ridge of Piatra Craiului (around 2,100 m). Experience a challenging uphill/downhill hike (600 m uphill, 700 m downhill) and return to Curmatura Hut for another night.
Day 5: Conquering the Piatra Craiului Ridge
Complete the full main ridge trek of Piatra Craiului, reaching the highest point at 2,238 m. This 8-9 hour trek involves a 700 m uphill and 1,300 m downhill walk. Accommodation at Plaiul Foii Chalet (859 m).
Day 6: Transfer to Brasov with Cultural Stops
On your way to Brasov, visit Bran Castle, built by the Teutonic Knights, and Rasnov Fortress, dating back to 1215. Enjoy an evening walking tour of Brasov and overnight accommodation.
Day 7: Departure
Transfer to the airport for your return journey.
Details about trekking tour:
- optimal time: July - October
- number of participants: minimum 1, maximum 8.
- transportation will be chosen according to the number of participants.
- mountain tour requires a good physical shape, with resistance to low effort but for long duration.
- accommodation is done in mountain chalets and boarding houses.
- the route could be changed because of the weather conditions.
- certified mountain guide during the entire trekking tour.
- the price differs according to the number of participants, so please contact me for a final price.
- Compulsory equipment: waterproof hiking boots and clothes; warm clothes.
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