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GUESTHOUSE / B&B TOUR CODE: RC9
An unforgettable guided walk to discover the culturally
rich Romanian countryside
Straddling central Romania and covering a third of its territory are the
majestic Carpathian Mountains or Transylvanian Alps. Aside from the
stunning beauty of the mountains and the rolling foothills, the rich
traditions of the region continue to flourish through the friendly locals and
their way of life which has changed little through the centuries. Walking
through a timeless landscape to reach ancient villages and monasteries
including the famous Painted Monasteries of Bucovina, pristine forests
brimming with wildlife, carved wooden churches and farm gateways are
just a few of the highlights of this engaging adventure. Combined with
time in the capital, Bucharest, this fully escorted walking holiday offers an
opportunity to cross the Carpathians and gain an intimate appreciation of
rural Romania.
ITINERARY: DAY 1 | Arrive Bucharest, overnight train to Bucovina
2 | Bucovina walk including visit of Moldovita Monastery (4hrs) 3 | Hike
across the Obcina Mare ridge and transfer to the Sucevita Valley (4-5hrs)
4 | Walk through Bucovina forest (4hrs) 5 | Transfer to Maramures region
with short walk in Botiza Valley (3hrs) 6 | Hike between villages and visit
the monastery of Bârsana (5-6hrs) 7 | Mountain hike in Maramures (5.5hrs)
8 | Transfer to Sapânta before returning to Bucharest by overnight train
9 | Arrive in Bucharest, trip concludes
INCLUSIONS: Ξ 7 breakfasts, 6 picnic lunches, 7 dinners (day 8 is picnic
dinner on train) Ξ 6 nights rural pensions in a combination of twin and triple
share generally with shared facilities, 2 nights overnight train in sleeper carriage
Ξ English speaking guide Ξ luggage transfer Ξ private transfers as described
Monasteries and
Villages of Romania
9 DAY GUIDED WALK GRADE 3
Mountain landscape, Bucovina
Bucovina
Bucharest
Maramures
Romania
Bulgaria
GUESTHOUSE / B&B TOUR CODE: TCM
A self guided walk to discover the stunning limestone
ridges of Transylvania, the homeland of the legendary
Dracula
Explore some of Romania's most stunning mountain landscapes and soak
up the unique culture of Transylvania on this inspiring self guided walk.
Piatra Craiului meaning royal stone, is a dramatic limestone ridge which
rises sharply from the forests and plains below, offering one of the best
ridge walks in Europe. En route to the Bucegi Mountains, explore the gorges
and ridge tops of Piatra Craiului to experience exceptional views of the
region. The Bucegi mountains are home to a diverse range of landscapes
from pine and beech forests to flower laden meadows and high limestone
cliffs. It is also where you can find Bran Castle connected through folklore
to the fictitious character, Dracula. Whilst the legends of Transylvania are
an enticing reason to visit this region, the walking opportunities and the
friendly atmosphere in the mountain refuges guarantee this will be a unique
and diverse adventure.
ITINERARY: DAY 1 | Arrive Bucharest, train to Brasov, transfer to the
first guesthouse in a traditional village 2 | Walk to Bran Castle home to
the origin of the character 'Dracula' (4hrs) 3 | Continue on foot through
Piatra Craiului mountains and rural villages (4.5hrs) 4 | Walk to Bucegi
Mountains through picture postcard landscapes (4.5hrs) 5 | Ascend the
Bucegi Mountains with stunning views (4.5 or 6hrs) 6 | Transfer to Brasov
for train to Bucharest, trip concludes
INCLUSIONS: Ξ 5 breakfasts, 4 picnic lunches, 5 dinners Ξ 5 nights rural
pensions usually twinshare with ensuite facilities (shared facilities on one
night) Ξ information pack including route notes & maps Ξ luggage transfer
Ξ emergency hotline Ξ train from Bucharest to Brasov and return Ξ private
transfers from Brasov train station to Magura and from Moeciu to Brasov
train station
Transylvania Castles
&Mountains
3 6 DAY SELF GUIDED WALK GRADE
Bran Castle, mythical home of Dracula, Transylvania
Brasov
Bucharest
Piatra
Craiului
Romania
Bulgaria
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DATES | 2015
19 Apr-27 Apr
02 Jun-10 Jun
27 Jun-05 Jul
01 Aug-09 Aug
22 Aug-30 Aug
12 Sep-20 Sep
08 Oct-16 Oct
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DATES 2015
Daily from 1 May to 10 Oct
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