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Transfăgărășan -Top Gear Road, Small-group max 7 & Pick-up
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At a glance
- Duration
- 12 hours
- Price from
- $153 / person
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 64 reviews
- Languages
- EN, RO
- Group
- Small group, up to 7
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
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Description
Avoid big bus (coach) on the winding road! Join a small group (maximum 7) in a minivan! Drive the stunning Transfăgărășan Top Gear Road, stop near Poenari Fortress - the real Dracula Castle! Begin your adventure with Poenari Fortress, once a stronghold of Vlad the Impaler (Dracula). We will not enter in to the fortress, we see it from exterior. We stop at the imposing Vidraru Dam, a marvel of engineering, where you can take in the stunning views of the reservoir and surrounding peaks. We admire the goat waterfall and we can taste/buy some local products (cheeses, pastrama, jams, alcoholic beverages, etc.). The destination is the Balea glacial lake - the place of view on the winding road (open only fron June to October), at over 2000 meters altitude, where we have lunch and free time for hiking and pictures. We stay here for 90 minutes. This tour blends culture and scenic beauty, offering an unforgettable day. Similar (cheaper) tours are done by big coaches with 55 passengers!
Tour Options
Highlights
Air-conditioned vehicle
Small group up to 7 passengers
Hotel Pick-up in city center locations
Professional tour guide in English
What's included
Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Small group up to 7 passengers
Hotel Pick-up in city center locations
Professional tour guide in English
Not included
Lunch
Snacks
Traveller Ratings
4.9
64 reviews
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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!
- Bâlea Glaciar Lake (the view point to the winding road) is accesibile only from June to October, in the rest of the year we visit Curtea de Argeș Monastery end the grave of the royal family
- We offer a 30-50% discount for solo travelers who have paid the full price and joined a group.
- Drive the stunning Transfăgărășan Top Gear Road, stop near Poenari Fortress - the real Dracula Castle! Begin your adventure with Poenari Fortress, once a stronghold of Vlad the Impaler (Dracula). We will not enter in to the fortress, we see it from exterior. We stop at the imposing Vidraru Dam, a marvel of engineering, where you can take in the stunning views of the reservoir and surrounding peaks. We admire the goat waterfall and we can taste/buy some local products (cheeses, pastrama, jams, alcoholic beverages, etc.). The destination is the Balea glacial lake - the place of view on the winding road (open only fron June to October), at over 2000 meters altitude, where we have lunch and free time for hiking and pictures. This unique tour blends cultural discovery and scenic beauty, offering an unforgettable day.
- In Romania, eating in the van is generally considered a sign of disrespect and can even be seen as offensive. We highly appreciate your understanding and cooperation in keeping the car clean. Please feel free to enjoy your food or snacks entirely outside the vehicle during stops. !!!
Frequently asked questions
How long does Transfăgărășan -Top Gear Road, Small-group max 7 & Pick-up take?
Transfăgărășan -Top Gear Road, Small-group max 7 & Pick-up lasts about 12 hours.
How much does Transfăgărășan -Top Gear Road, Small-group max 7 & Pick-up cost?
Prices start at $153 per person for this Bucharest experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 4 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Transfăgărășan -Top Gear Road, Small-group max 7 & Pick-up for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Pickup points include MEET_AT_DEPARTURE_POINT, CONTACT_SUPPLIER_LATER, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyK1Ov6xolOpkiyrpPNV89DE=.
What languages is Transfăgărășan -Top Gear Road, Small-group max 7 & Pick-up offered in?
The experience is available in EN, RO.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 7 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Bâlea Glaciar Lake (the view point to the winding road) is accesibile only from June to October, in the rest of the year we visit Curtea de Argeș Monastery end the grave of the royal family
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(64)
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Highly recommended
I would highly recommend this tour. It was a truly charming and memorable experience, fantastically organized from start to finish. Pedro took great care of both our safety and our adventure. We would like to sincerely thank him for sharing his stories with us, pointing out interesting facts and details, and making sure we felt safe throughout the entire experience.
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A beautiful day...
A beautiful day together with our guide Andrei, discovering the history and food of Romania. Unfortunately, on the day we chose, the Transfăgărășan road was closed due to the triathlon, so we went to Curtea de Argeș, to the Poenari Fortress, and to Târgoviște, magnificent places that we were able to get to know thanks to the stories told by Andrei.
A
Amazing and recommended
A long drive from Bucharest, but the road is beautiful and interesting, with amazing views and stops along the way. The guide Roxana was amazing, so time flew by.
L
Amazing trip
Great tour not to miss if you visit Bucharest, see the country side, and enjoy the nature. We have seen 10 bears all together and our tour guide/driver is very helpful and careful driving through zigzag roads. And he is very knowledgeable about Romanian history etc . I can recommend Alex and this tour to any of my friends and family. Thank you
M
Amazing tour
What a great way to see part of Romania, our Driver/ tour guide Alex done a terrific job , especially driving through the zigzag road and he is very good in explaining things to us about the history etc. I can recommend this to my family and friends back home. We’ve seen 10 total bears. Thank you Alex for safe and memorable journey yesterday.
S
Best way to visit Wonders of Romania
We had a wonderful day with Lonut as our guide. The tour was long, but Lonut kept us engaged throughout the day. We stopped at many beautiful spots on the way to Balealac and on return. The highlight for me was the Bear sightings. We saw 13 Bears in total. Also the same ones, on our onward and return journey. There was a mother bear with 3 cubs and another with 2 cubs. Balealac is truly beautiful and this tour is the best way to visit it.
R
Top Gear Road
The trip fully met my expectations. It was an amazing experience, with breathtaking views and the unforgettable opportunity to see bears. Our guide was charismatic, engaging, and knew how to keep everyone interested with fascinating stories. I would definitely recommend this tour!
S
Breathtaking scenery
Such a great tour. Beautiful landscape and we had 17 bear sightings. Our guide Ionuț was very knowledgeable and patient. I’ve visited Romania a few times and this tour by far was the best thing I’ve done.
A
Pleasant experience.
Well-organized trip with time for coffee breaks.
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