• Transfăgărășan - Start your journey with a visit to Poenari Fortress, constructed by Vlad the Impaler (Dracula) in 1456. Although entry to the fortress is not possible, it can be admired from the outside.

Following this, explore the impressive Vidraru Dam, a feat of engineering standing 166 meters high. Take in the breathtaking views of Vidraru Lake and the surrounding mountains while discovering the dam’s significance in Romania’s hydropower network.

Travel along one of the globe’s most remarkable roads, famously called the “Road to the Sky.” As it winds through the Carpathian Mountains, the Transfăgărășan presents hairpin turns, steep drops, and stunning vistas at every corner.

Pause at the Capra Waterfall to appreciate the mountain’s natural beauty.

End your tour at a glacial lake, situated at 2,034 meters above sea level. Encircled by rugged peaks, the lake provides a perfect spot to unwind, savor a traditional Romanian meal, or even enjoy a refreshing swim in the cool alpine waters.

• Small group tour with up to 7 passengers
• Pick-up from ‘Piața 21 Decembrie 1989’
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Professional English-speaking tour guide

• Lunch

Embark on an adventure with Poenari Fortress, once the stronghold of Vlad the Impaler, also known as Dracula. While we won’t enter the fortress, we’ll admire its exterior.

Next, we pause at the impressive Vidraru Dam, an engineering marvel, where you can enjoy breathtaking views of the reservoir and surrounding peaks.

We journey through Făgăraș National Park, where there are opportunities to encounter wild brown bears in their natural environment.

We’ll marvel at the Goat Waterfall and have the chance to taste or purchase local products such as cheeses, pastrami, jams, and alcoholic beverages.

Our destination is the Bâlea Glacial Lake, situated at over 2,000 meters altitude, where we will have lunch and enjoy free time for hiking and photography.

This exceptional tour combines cultural exploration with scenic beauty, promising an unforgettable day in the heart of Romania.

• Bears are active between May and September.
• We will NOT visit the interior of Poenari Fortress, we will only see it from below - outside. To enter in Poenari Fortress you have to climb 66 floors on the stairs!
• Please do not bring any food into the vehicle! We’ll see wild bears up close. If the car smells like food, we become a target for bears
• On the mountain the temperature is 20 degrees lower than in Bucharest, dress thickly!

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