Transfagarasan Road: Scenic Mountain Adventure

Embark on a small group day trip from Bucharest to the Transfagarasan Road, one of the highest roads in Romania. Experience breathtaking landscapes, rural life, and the country’s rich history.

Duration: 12 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Triumph Arch (Arcul de Triumf) - The journey begins early in the morning in Bucharest, heading north.
  • Vidraru Dam - Vidraru Dam is one of Romania’s largest hydroelectric dams. Located at the start of the Argeș River, it was constructed between 1960 and 1965 and stands 166 meters (545 feet) tall. The dam creates a lake with an average capacity…
What's Included
  • Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
  • Professional English Speaking Guide
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Enter the realm of one of Europe’s most scenic mountain roads on a day trip to Transfagarasan Road. Along the way, delve into meeting the Wild Brown Bears of Romania. Set the scene for fantastic pictures by passing Poenari fortress original Dracula’s fortress. Reach top of the Carpathians and breathe in the fresh mountain air while admiring views from…

Location
Volo Hotel
Bulevardul Schitu Măgureanu
Volo Hotel on Boulevard Schitu Magureanu no 6 Departure time 7:30 am Look for a vehicle with One Excellence Tours sign
Cancellation Policy

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

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Talen_d
Jul 11, 2025
Amazing tour definitely... - Amazing tour definitely worth the price just make sure to bring an umbrella or sweatshirt just in case it starts to rain because the clouds. Besides that amazing and a must do.
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Robertsg613
Jul 11, 2025
Bears - Trip was excelent. We even saw many bears, also 2 cubs, although it was considerably cold and chances were decreased. Our guide even took us on extra visit as a bonus that was like cherry on top for the trip. Friendly reminder for this trip - check the weather at the lake because we were hit by force majour situation - bad visibility.
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Barry_p
Jul 1, 2025
Great tour! Perfect for outdoor/ nature lover. We had a fantastic day with Stefan and Jhonny the driver. We saw 23 bears - Great tour! Perfect for outdoor/ nature lover. We had a fantastic day with Stefan and Jhonny the driver. We saw 23 bears.
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Shrudha_a
Jun 29, 2025
Good trip - Highly scenic drive along the forest and mountains. The views at the final destination around the glacier are breathtaking. Spotted around 15 brown bears and the trip was totally worth it.
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Arianwenb2020
Jun 15, 2025
Baby bears and incredible views - Genuinely one of the most amazing things I have done - we saw 20 bears - even a mum with two cubs! The guide Bogdan was really helpful a d had lots of good information and recommendations. The highway is incredibly beautiful.
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Viktor2023v
May 18, 2025
Great day trip! Beautiful nature scene! - A great day trip. Beautiful scenery, great guide and a fantastic day overall. But just like it says, a lot of curvey roads ;)
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Hiral_s
Mar 4, 2025
Highlight of our Romania trip! - Highly recommended tour! We saw many bears along the way and the view at the top was beautiful. Tour guide was super friendly too!
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Didi
Nov 6, 2024
Beautiful scenery and bear. - Great day. Highly recommend. We got to see lots of bears, this was amazing. Very scenic. Great tour guide.
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Kmlondon22
Jun 4, 2025
You really do get to see bears - Really enjoyed this trip, seeing the wild bears & the mountain scenery was stunning. The bears come to the side of the road and we saw about 6 & a couple of cubs. Viewing is a bit hit & miss depending on where you are sitting on coach (right side is best), but driver does his best to slow down or briefly stop. Did not get to the lake as top of pass was closed due to still wintry conditions. Lunch at a restaurant below the top, with time after meal to wander & take in scenery. Keep in mind that it is more than 12 hours on a coach with a couple of toilet stops (one took almost an hour as there were only 2 cubicles at the service station!).
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Harry_c
Jun 26, 2025
It’s a scam never got picked up - Waited at pick up point half hour before pick up time no one turned up it’s a scam avoid at all costs
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Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).