• Transfagarasan Highway - Please note that due to ongoing road construction, the tour may take longer than usual.
  Driving on the Transfagarasan Highway, also known as “the Road to the Sky,” “the Road to the Clouds,” “the Best Driving Road in the World,” and even “A Spectacular Monument to Earth-Moving Megalomania.”
  IMPORTANT: The Transfagarasan road is open from July 1 to October 31!

When the Transfagarasan road is closed (November 1 - June 30), the tour goes up to the Balea Waterfall (without visiting Poienari Fortress and Vidraru Dam). If weather conditions permit, the cable car is taken up to Balea Lake (approximately an extra 20 euros per person, including the guide’s cable car ticket). The tour also includes visits to the ruins of the Cistercian Abbey of Carta and the stunning Sambata de Sus Monastery.

• Balea Waterfall - Hike to Balea Waterfall, the tallest step-waterfall in Romania, standing over 60 meters high.
• Balea Lake - Balea Lake is a natural glacier lake at 2040 meters, measuring 360 meters in length, 240 meters in width, and 11 meters in depth.
• Fagaras Mountains - The name “Fagaras” is believed to originate from “fagar,” an old term for a large ancient beech forest.

In ancient times, the lower part of the Fagaras Mountains was covered with oak forests. Today, “Dumbrava Vadului” remains, where daffodils (Narcissus stellaris), locally known as coprine, grow among the oak trees.

In the Fagaras Mountains, there is the “Mioarelor” glacial lake (2282 m), the highest glacial lake in the Carpathian Mountains.

The Fagaras Mountains boast 8 of the 14 Carpathian peaks that reach an altitude of 2500 meters: Moldoveanu (2544 m), Negoiu (2535 m), Coltul Vistei Mari (2527 m), Lespezi (2522 m), Cornu Caltunului (2510 m), Vanatoarea lui Buteanu (2507 m), Hartopu (2506 m), and Dara (2500 m). Additionally, there are over 42 peaks with altitudes between 2400 and 2500 meters.

• Vidraru Dam - Completed in 1966 on the Argeș River, it creates Lake Vidraru. The arch dam was constructed primarily for hydroelectric power generation. The dam stands 166 meters tall, with an arch length of 305 meters, and can store 465 million cubic meters of water. The reservoir has a total shoreline (perimeter) length of 28 km.
• Poienari Castle - Visit Poienari Fortress, the authentic residential castle of Vlad Tepes. Access to Poienari Citadel is via 1,480 concrete stairs.
  Poienari Fortress is currently closed until further notice.

• Round-trip transport by air-conditioned car or minivan
• Professional guide
• Hotel pickup and drop-off in Brasov city

• Food and drinks
• Gratuities
• Entrance fees

Explore Poienari Fortress, the authentic residence of Vlad Tepes, and journey along the Transfagarasan Highway. This strategic military route is the second-highest paved road in Romania and is renowned for its dramatic scenery.

Experience the thrill of driving on the Transfagarasan Highway, also known as “the Road to the Sky,” “the Road to the Clouds,” “the Best Driving Road in the World,” and even “A Spectacular Monument to Earth-Moving Megalomania.”

IMPORTANT:

Due to ongoing construction, the tour may take longer than usual. The Transfagarasan road is open in 2024 from June 7 to October 31.

When the Transfagarasan road is closed (November 1 - June 30), the tour will proceed to the Balea Waterfall (without visiting Poienari Fortress and Vidradu Dam). If weather conditions permit, a cable car ride to Balea Lake is available for an additional 20 euros per person. The tour also includes visits to the ruins of the Cistercian Abbey of Carta and the stunning Sambata de Sus Monastery.

• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Sturdy hiking footwear recommended
• Please note - Access to the citadel is made by climbing the 1,480 concrete stairs
• IMPORTANT! When the Transfagarasan road is closed (November 1 - June 30) we drive up to the Balea Waterfall (no visit of Poienari Fortress and Vidradu Dam). If the weather conditions allow, we take the cable car up to the Balea Lake (approx. extra 20 euro/person, includes the cable car ticket for the guide, also). We visit the ruins of the Cistercian Abbey of Carta and the amazing Sambata de Sus Monastery, also.
• The cable car operates at least 10 people. Tourists have priority over freight shipments. No cargo is carried on Fridays , Saturdays and Sundays. In case of adverse weather conditions we do not assume responsibility. In case of technical failure will be refunded the amount paid. Please keep checking tickets. Thank you for understanding. More info: http://balealac.ro/en/balea-lake-balea-waterfall-cablecar/
• !!!Due to some construction works on the road, the tour might take longer than usual!!!
• Meeting point: In front of Biblioteca Județeană “George Barițiu”, Bulevardul Eroilor 33-35. Please be aware that we provide pick-up and drop-off services exclusively within the city of Brașov, as well as for guests staying outside the old town. The pick-up time will vary based on the location requested. Additionally, we are happy to drop off guests at a different location than the pick-up point for an additional fee.
• According to a statement from the Argeș County Council, access to Poienari Fortress will be allowed in organized groups at fixed times, following the schedule below: 9:00 AM / 11:00 AM / 1:00 PM / Last ascent at 3:00 PM
• Private group tour - the experience is exclusively for you and your group. Whether you’re traveling solo, as a couple, with family, or with friends, you’ll have a dedicated guide and complete flexibility to enjoy the tour at your own pace.

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