• Corbii De Piatra - Steeped in the ancient history of Dacia, this cave monastery holds numerous mysteries that remain challenging to unravel. The hike is quite simple, and the stories are fascinating.

• Poienari Castle - Poenari Fortress stands in a naturally fortified location. Often referred to as the eagle’s nest of the valiant of yore, this fortress was once part of a series of fortifications that protected Wallachia’s northern border. It is linked to the Wallachian voivode Vlad the Impaler, the figure who inspired the Dracula legend.

The fortress is viewed only from the outside.

• Transfagarasan Highway - The Transfăgărășan Road, renowned as the most picturesque road in the Carpathians, boasts sharp hairpin bends and breathtaking views of rugged peaks, valleys, and waterfalls. Along the route, Carpathian Brown Bears often appear, hoping for an easy meal.

Stops are made briefly whenever bears are spotted.

• Valea Cu Pești - Nestled on the banks of Vidraru Lake, Valea cu Peşti Hotel provides sweeping views of the lake and the Fagaras Mountains. The rustic restaurant, adorned with engraved furnishings, offers a delightful variety of dishes.

• Vidraru Dam - At 166 meters tall, Vidraru Dam is Romania’s highest dam, constructed between 1960 and 1966 for electricity generation, irrigation, and flood control. Situated in Romania’s Carpathian Mountains, it is a remarkable engineering feat, forming a reservoir encircled by untouched forests and towering peaks.

• Bucharest - On the return journey to Bucharest, a stop is made at a gas station for refreshments.

• Private transportation
• Bottled water
• On-board WiFi
• In-vehicle air conditioning

• Tea and coffee
• Meals
• Lunch

This exciting full-day journey blends the world’s most renowned driving route with the authentic history of Vlad the Impaler and ancient hidden treasures.

What connection do giants have with ravens at an ancient monastery carved into the rock? While not all answers are known, these mysteries can be explored on-site in a remarkable natural environment.

With this knowledge, the adventure continues on the famous mountain road that gained fame on the Top Gear show, offering a chance to see the Carpathian brown bears. There will be several stops along the way, including a lunch break at Vidraru Dam. Did someone mention the bears?

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.