Romania eco-tour [7 days]

We created an eco-tour in Romania for its untouched wild nature, sharp mountains, waterfalls, crystal lakes, caves, canyons, and wild animals. You will have an authentic experience of the country, its environment and culture. You will see ancient ruins, castles, churches, Old Saxon villages in Transylvania, painted monasteries in Bucovina. You can even listen to the strange true sound of Maramures' ancient music played by peasant musicians. Accommodation available in guesthouses kept by local people, 2-3 star hotels and, where not available, in camps and teahouse lodges. This tour is provided by a professional guide with real insights into the region, its landscapes, flora, fauna, culture and traditions. [scroll down for tour details]

Tour Details:

Day 1: Sinai - Bran
Departure for Sinaia. Visit Peles Castle, former Royal residence. Continue to Bran to see Dracula’s Castle. Check out for the presence of the count’ spirit. Lunch in Bran, at a nice pension. Overnight in Bran after dinner.

Day 2: Bran - Zarnesti
After breakfast we depart to Zarnesti. We will visit Piatra Craiului National Park. We will start our trekking with visit to an authentic sheep farm including lunch. You will learning to prepare one of the well-known Romanian traditional meals – “bulz”. Late afternoon we will head back to Vila Bran or similar for dinner and overnight.

Day 3: Magura - Pestera - Sirnea - Dambovicioara gorges & Caves
Today we will start with an early for a trekking day with a mountain guide in Magura - Pestera - Sirnea - Dambovicioara gorges - Dambovicioara Cave with a lunch break. Dinner and overnight in Bran.

Day 4: Zarnesti
Early morning departure to Piatra Cariului National Park, for another trekking day including lunch. Evening traditional show “Botezul Pietrei Craiului” ((Baptise of the “Piatra Craiului” mountain) including dinner.

Day 5: Sambata
After breakfast, we head towards Sambata. We will visit its famous Monastery. Optional trekking or cycling in the area. Dinner and overnight.

Day 6: Poienita
This is a true sustainable day. You will go and visit a typical Romanian farm. It is well known for its commitment to organic produce and sustainable farming. You are invited to explore the farm, and get to to know their:
- shepherds and their sheep (breeds: Tigaie and Turcana) and their Carpathian goats
- our pigs (breeds: Bazna and Landrace)
- A herd of Romanian Baltata cows
- Romanian buffalos (bred at the Sercaia farm)
- riding horses
You want to participate in life on the farm?
- stand in as a shepherd, help to milk our cows and sheep
- make cheese or learn how to make Polenta (cornflower porridge)
Furthermore you can:
- participate from 5.00 to 7.00 p.m. the milking of the cows and sheep every evening
- and you are also welcome to spend a night in the barn sleeping in the hay

Day 7: Bucharest
After breakfast, we drive back to Bucharest Airport or Train station for your return home.

Prices are per person based on double occupancy.
Prices in GBP, USD and CAD are informative and may vary with the official exchange rate.

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Carbon Footprint for this package: EUR 2.25