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The Road in the Sky: Transfagarasan Highway Day Trip from Bucharest
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Pass By: Triumph Arch, Piata Arcul de Triumf, Bucharest Romania
The journey starts early morning in Bucharest heading north .
Stop At: Curtea de Arges Monastery, Bulevardul Basarabilor 1, Curtea de Arges 115300 Romania
The journey starts early morning in Bucharest heading northwards to the former capital of the medieval Wallachian principality, Curtea de Arges. Situated in a picturesque landscape, this is one of the most historically significant places in Romania. Curtea de Arges is the home of an old Princely Court, dated back to the 14th century and a famous monastery, with a very interesting yet gruesome legend.
Duration: 30 minutes
Pass By: Vidraru Dam, Arges River between Fruntii Mountains and Ghitu mountains, Curtea de Arges 117040 Romania
After the visit, travel toward the Carpathian Mountains stopping to admire the Vidraru Dam, one of the largest in Romania.
Stop At: Transfagarasan Highway, Dn 7C Sibiu and Arges County, Curtea de Arges 115300 Romania
Finally, enjoy a memorable ride along the picturesque Transfagarasan, declared by Top Gear, "the best road in the world". Built high up in the Fagaras Mountains, the road stretches for 62 miles (100 km), offering breathtaking views.
Stops will be made on the way to admire the scenery, take photos on top at Balea Lake and simply enjoy the strong and healthy mountain air with fantastic aerial views before heading back to Bucharest, which will be reached in the evening.
Duration: 4 hours
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This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Triumph Arch, Piata Arcul de Triumf, Bucharest Romania
The journey starts early morning in Bucharest heading north .
Stop At: Curtea de Arges Monastery, Bulevardul Basarabilor 1, Curtea de Arges 115300 Romania
The journey starts early morning in Bucharest heading northwards to the former capital of the medieval Wallachian principality, Curtea de Arges. Situated in a picturesque landscape, this is one of the most historically significant places in Romania. Curtea de Arges is the home of an old Princely Court, dated back to the 14th century and a famous monastery, with a very interesting yet gruesome legend.
Duration: 30 minutes
Pass By: Vidraru Dam, Arges River between Fruntii Mountains and Ghitu mountains, Curtea de Arges 117040 Romania
After the visit, travel toward the Carpathian Mountains stopping to admire the Vidraru Dam, one of the largest in Romania.
Stop At: Transfagarasan Highway, Dn 7C Sibiu and Arges County, Curtea de Arges 115300 Romania
Finally, enjoy a memorable ride along the picturesque Transfagarasan, declared by Top Gear, "the best road in the world". Built high up in the Fagaras Mountains, the road stretches for 62 miles (100 km), offering breathtaking views.
Stops will be made on the way to admire the scenery, take photos on top at Balea Lake and simply enjoy the strong and healthy mountain air with fantastic aerial views before heading back to Bucharest, which will be reached in the evening.
Duration: 4 hours
Included
- Professional English Speaking Guide
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Small-Group tour ( maximum of 6 people per group)
- Hotel/Hostel/Accommodation pick-up and drop-off
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- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
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- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travelers can participate
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Tourism
95%
Cultural
70%
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AMAZING HISTORY AND FANTASTIC VIEWS! My husband and I were escorted by our guide Razvan on this all-day trip on the Road in the Sky! The weather was perfect and Razvan was an exceptional historian! He providing us with interesting insights into stories of Count Dracula Vlad the Impaler at the Poentari Citadel. The hike to the top was a challenge, but certainly worth the effort! The Monastery at Curtea de Arges was absolutely beautiful and we enjoyed the stories about the architect and architecture! Our ride across the Vidraru Dam and along Balea Lake was gorgeous. As we approached the tunnel to the Fargaras mountain crest, the traffic was backed up for at least a mile! Not to be deterred, Razvan offered to walk us thru the tunnel to the village on the other side! We lucked into a parking spot and started our hike, enjoying the scenic views of the road we just followed from the valley with its many twists and turns. Walking was truly a great way to stretch our legs, take in the fabulous sights and breathe the crisp mountain air. In the village, we strolled around the green-colored lake, then relaxed over a lunch of mici sandwiches and enjoyed people watching! Razvan was a wealth of historical knowledge and provided entertaining stories the entire day. Though we were gone all day, the time just flew by! We had a wonderful experience!
Brilliant day out, our guide was brilliant, knowledgable and a very good driver. Gave us plenty of time to take pictures. To see this famous road is a sight to behold