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Private tour to Transfăgărășan - Top Gear Road

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Free cancellation available
Price is €378 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 12h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
Overview

Begin your adventure with Curtea de Argeș Monastery, one of the most important landmark in Romania.

Next is Poenari Fortress, built by Vlad the Impaler (Dracula) in 1456. Here we will not be able to enter the fortress but we will see it from the outside.

Next is the massive engineering marvel of Vidraru dam, standing at 166 metres tall. Enjoy the stunning vistas of Vidraru Lake and the surrounding mountains.

Travel along one of the world’s most spectacular roads, known as the “Road to the Sky.” Winding through the Carpathian Mountains, the Transfăgărășan offers hairpin turns, dramatic drops, and awe-inspiring views at every bend.

We stop at the Capra waterfall to admire the beauty of the mountain.

Conclude your tour at this glacial lake, nestled at 2,034 metres above sea level. Surrounded by rugged peaks, the lake offers an idyllic setting to relax, enjoy a traditional Romanian meal, or even take a dip in the cool alpine waters.

Activity location

  • Curtea de Arges Monastery
    • Bulevardul Basarabilor 1,
    • 115300, Curtea de Arges, Romania

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Curtea de Arges Monastery
    • Bulevardul Basarabilor 1,
    • 115300, Curtea de Arges, Romania

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Private tour in English
  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English

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Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
€378.00 x 1 Adult€378.00
Total
Price is €378.00

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedPrivate transport
  • What's includedWhat's includedAir-conditioned vehicle
  • What's includedWhat's includedProfessional tour guide in English
  • What's includedWhat's includedPickup from any address in Bucharest
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedLunch

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Access to Balea Lake can only be made from June to November. In winter and spring, the last 8 km cannot be covered due to heavy snow and avalanche risk
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Curtea de Arges Monastery
  • 30m
• The Church of the Monastery: The main church is a stunning example of Romanian Byzantine architecture with elements of the Brâncovenesc style. It is famous for its intricate stone carvings and impressive frescoes that depict religious themes. The church’s design combines traditional Romanian styles with influences from the Byzantine and Ottoman empires. • The Tombs of Royalty: The monastery is also the burial place of several members of the Romanian royal family, including King Carol I and Queen Elisabeth. The tombs inside the church are beautifully crafted and are a significant point of interest for visitors. • The Legend of the Master Builder: There is a famous local legend surrounding the construction of the monastery. According to the legend, the master builder’s wife was bricked up alive within the walls of the monastery as a sacrifice to ensure its completion. Visitors are often intrigued by the mystery of this tale and its significance in Romanian folklore.
Poenari Citadel
  • 20m
Poenari Citadel is a medieval fortress located on a steep cliff in the Făgăraș Mountains, near the town of Arefu, Romania. It is famously associated with Vlad the Impaler (Vlad Țepeș), the 15th-century ruler of Wallachia, who is often linked to the Dracula legend. Here we will not be able to enter the fortress but we will see it from the outside.
Vidraru Dam
  • 20m
Vidraru Dam and Lake, located in Romania's Făgăraș Mountains, is a stunning hydro-engineering marvel completed in 1966. The curved arch dam, standing 166 metres high, creates Vidraru Lake, a serene reservoir surrounded by lush forests and dramatic peaks. A popular destination for tourists, it offers breathtaking views, boating, and serves as a gateway to the Transfăgărășan Road.
Transfagarasan Highway
  • 1h
The Transfăgărășan Highway, often called one of the world’s most scenic roads, winds through Romania’s Făgăraș Mountains in the Carpathians. Built in the 1970s, this dramatic route features sharp hairpin turns, sweeping curves, and breathtaking views of rugged peaks, valleys, and waterfalls. A favourite for road trips, it connects Transylvania to Wallachia and offers iconic landmarks like Balea Lake and Poenari Fortress along the way.
Capra Wasserfall
  • 15m
Capra Waterfall (Romanian: Cascada Capra, also known as Goat Waterfall) is a stunning natural attraction located in the Făgăraș Mountains, near the Transfăgărășan road in Romania. It is one of the most picturesque waterfalls in the region and a popular stop for travellers exploring the scenic landscapes of the Carpathians.
Le Lac Balea
  • 1h 30m
Bâlea Lake is a glacial lake situated at an altitude of about 2,000 metres (6,561 feet), it is one of the highest lakes in the country. The lake is known for its stunning natural beauty, surrounded by rugged peaks, dense forests, and alpine meadows. Bâlea Lake is easily accessible in the summer and autumn months via the Transfăgărășan Highway.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESCurtea de Arges Monastery
    • Bulevardul Basarabilor 1,
    • 115300, Curtea de Arges, Romania

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLECurtea de Arges Monastery
    • Bulevardul Basarabilor 1,
    • 115300, Curtea de Arges, Romania

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