Transfagarasan Highway: Europe's Scenic Marvel

Explore Dracula’s Fortress & Transfagarasan Highway: a thrilling day trip from Bucharest with breathtaking views, historical sites, and natural wonders.

Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Poienari Castle - Poenari Fortress, the true stronghold of Dracula, was originally constructed in the 13th century and later restored by Vlad the Impaler in the 15th century. It served as a crucial defense against Ottoman invasions. Situated on a rocky peak overlooking the Argeș Valley, the fortress once controlled trade and military routes….
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • On-board WiFi
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Pick-up and Drop-off at Your Location
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Admission fees
Additional Information

Explore the Transfagarasan Highway, renowned as one of Europe’s most stunning roads, celebrated for its awe-inspiring views and its feature on BBC Top Gear in 2009, which elevated it to a premier tourist destination. This serpentine road, replete with switchbacks, hairpin bends, and steep descents, provides breathtaking vistas throughout the journey….

Location
Poienari Castle
Transfagarasan
Cancellation Policy

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

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A1508dsshirleyv
Mar 14, 2026
Fantastic day trip to the Carpathian Mountains! - Fantastic day trip to the Carpathian Mountains! We spent a full day exploring the mountains with our guide Octavian and it was one of the highlights of our trip to Romania. We visited the Vidraru Dam, drove along part of the famous Transfăgărășan Highway and climbed the 1480 steps to Poienari Fortress, the real fortress of Vlad the Impaler. The views were incredible and Octavian shared a lot of interesting stories about Romanian history and the legends surrounding Vlad. The tour was well organized and the pace was perfect. If you are visiting Bucharest and want to see the mountains and learn more about the region, this tour is definitely worth it!
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J9838qualexd
Mar 14, 2026
Great day trip to Poenari Castle with stunning views and an excellent guide. - We had a fantastic day with our private guide, Octavian. Our trip took us to Poenari Castle, and along the way we also visited the dam and a beautiful monastery. The climb of 1,480 steps to the ruins of Poenari Castle is definitely worth it—the ruins themselves and the breathtaking view from the top make the effort more than worthwhile. Octavian is knowledgeable about a wide range of topics and was a great conversation partner throughout the entire day. He is also a very safe driver, and along the way he shared many interesting stories and insights about the country. Thanks to him, we learned so much about Romania and the places we visited during the excursion. Octavian, thank you very much for such an insightful and enjoyable day!
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Nb1895
Feb 28, 2026
breathtaking views, enjoyable hike, good length and great host - This tour was excellent. The drive from Bucharest was beautiful and the climb to Poenairi Fortress was good fun and totally worth the 1480 steps. Octavian is a knowledgeable, friendly and accommodating guide. Would highly recommend anyone who wishes to see the Carpathian Mountains.
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Maxinee318
Feb 28, 2026
Great experience highly recommend - Friendly and informative guide. Car ride to the castle was very pleasant and the castle itself is obviously incredible.
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Bogdanck6696ru
Dec 8, 2025
Outstanding Private Tour and Incredible Views - I took a private tour with Alex and it was an excellent experience. We started in Curtea de Arges, where he shared interesting stories about the town’s history and landmarks. From there, we continued along the Transfagarasan, and the views were absolutely stunning — far more impressive than I expected. The highlight was Poienari Fortress. The climb isn’t easy, but Alex made it enjoyable, keeping a comfortable pace and explaining the history behind the fortress and Vlad Tepes. Reaching the top and seeing the panoramic view was completely worth it. Alex was professional, friendly, and very knowledgeable. I truly recommend this private tour, especially with him as a guide.
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828oanad
Dec 8, 2025
A Must-Do Trip in Romania - I traveled with this company for the first time a year ago, when I visited Peleș Castle and Dracula’s Castle, and the experience was excellent. Returning to the country, I chose to discover the famous Transfăgărășan, and I can say it exceeded all my expectations. The landscapes are absolutely stunning – spectacular hairpin bends, incredible colors, and nature that truly takes your breath away. The path up to Vlad Țepeș’s fortress is a bit challenging, but it’s completely worth it for the splendid panorama waiting for you at the top. I even had the chance to photograph a deer, which made the experience even more special. Everything was wonderful, and I wholeheartedly recommend this trip to all nature and adventure lovers.
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Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).