• Curtea de Arges Monastery - Currently undergoing renovations, the interior is not visible due to scaffolding. The Curtea de Argeș Monastery is renowned for its exquisite stonework, spiraled towers, intricate decorative motifs, and harmonious proportions. Its design is exceptionally unique, influenced by strong Byzantine and Moorish elements, setting it apart from typical Orthodox churches. Inside, the walls are adorned with stunning frescoes, creating a deeply spiritual and historic atmosphere.
  ⚰️ Royal Tombs:
  The monastery serves as the final resting place for Romanian royalty, including:
  • King Carol I and Queen Elisabeth
  • King Ferdinand I and Queen Marie

• Poenari Citadel - Poenari Fortress is a historic citadel in Romania, perched on a steep cliff in the Carpathian Mountains. Originally built in the 13th century and later fortified by Vlad the Impaler, it functioned as a strategic stronghold and defensive fortress. Known for its dramatic views and connection to the Dracula legend, the fortress is accessible via a challenging climb of over 1,400 steps, offering visitors a glimpse into medieval history and folklore. The fortress is viewed from the exterior.

• Vidraru Dam - Vidraru Dam and Lake, situated in Romania’s Făgăraș Mountains, is a remarkable hydro-engineering feat completed in 1966. The curved arch dam, standing 166 meters tall, forms Vidraru Lake, a tranquil reservoir surrounded by lush forests and dramatic peaks. A popular tourist destination, it offers breathtaking views, boating opportunities, and serves as a gateway to the Transfăgărășan Road.

• Transfagarasan Highway - The Transfăgărășan Highway, often hailed as one of the world’s most scenic roads, winds through Romania’s Făgăraș Mountains in the Carpathians. Constructed in the 1970s, this dramatic route features sharp hairpin turns, sweeping curves, and breathtaking views of rugged peaks, valleys, and waterfalls. A favorite for road trips, it connects Transylvania to Wallachia and offers iconic landmarks like Balea Lake and Poenari Fortress along the way.

• Capra Waterfall - Capra Waterfall, located in Romania near the Transfăgărășan Highway, is a spectacular natural attraction. Cascading from a height of over 40 meters, this alpine waterfall is fed by glacial waters and surrounded by lush greenery and rugged mountain landscapes. Easily accessible during the summer months, it offers visitors a refreshing stop with stunning views and the soothing sound of rushing water.

• Balea Lake - The viewpoint on the winding road is open only from June to October.

• Pick-up from ‘Piața 21 Decembrie 1989’
• Small group up to 7 passengers
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Professional tour guide in English

• Lunch

Avoid large coaches on the winding roads! Opt for a small group experience (maximum of 7 people) in a comfortable minivan!

Our journey begins at Curtea de Argeș Monastery, a significant and iconic religious site, which serves as the resting place for the Romanian royal family.

Next, we visit Poenari Fortress, once the stronghold of Vlad the Impaler, the historical figure who inspired the Dracula legend. We’ll admire its exterior and delve into its intriguing history.

Following this, we explore the impressive Vidraru Dam, an engineering marvel from the 1960s that contains the shimmering waters of Lake Vidraru.

We then venture into the Făgăraș Mountains National Park, where the beauty of nature is truly breathtaking.

Our next stop is Balea Lake, offering stunning views on the winding road, accessible only from June to October, situated at over 2,000 meters altitude. Here, you’ll enjoy the renowned winding Top Gear Road.

On our return, we’ll pause at Capra Waterfall, an ideal spot to enjoy the refreshing mountain air.

• Children under 7 years old cannot participate in shared group tours. Please contact us to give you a private tour offer.
• 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!
• Similar (cheaper) tours are done by big coaches with 55 passengers, they do not stop to Poenari Fortress and Curtea de Argeș Monastery
• Bâlea Glaciar Lake (the view point to the winding road) is accessible only in the summer and early autumn months, from June to October, in the rest of the year we visit Curtea de Argeș Monastery and the grave of the royal family.
• The old Monastery is temporarily under renovation, the scaffolding cover, you can not see the interior.

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