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Small-group max 7 - Top Gear Road - Transfăgărăşan Highway

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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 532 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 12h
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Overview

This is a Small Group Tour Maximum 7 Passengers!

Our first destination is Curtea de Argeș Monastery, one of the most important and iconic religious and historical landmarks. Here it is the burial place of Romanian royal family.

The second is Poenari Fortress, once served as a strategic stronghold for Vlad the Impaler, the historical figure who inspired the legend of Dracula. We will admire it from the outside and learn about its fascinating history.

Next, we will visit the impressive Vidraru Dam, a remarkable feat of engineering from the 1960s that holds back the sparkling waters of Lake Vidraru.

We then ascend into the Făgăraș Mountains National Park, where nature's beauty truly comes alive.

Our main destination is Balea Lake, located at over 2,000 meters altitude. Here, you'll have time to relax, enjoy lunch, and admire the panoramic views, including the famous winding Top Gear Road.

On the way back we'll stop at Capra Waterfall, perfect for taking in the fresh mountain air.

Activity location

  • Poenari Citadel
    • Transfăgărășan
    • 117040, Arefu, Județul Argeș, Romania

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Piața 21 Decembrie 1989
    • Piața 21 Decembrie 1989
    • București, București, Romania

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Small group - max 7 passangers
  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English

Pickup Piața 21 Decembrie 1989

Language options: English
Price details
RM 531.51 x 1 AdultRM 531.51
Total
Price is RM 531.51
Until Sat, 11 Oct

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Pick-up from: 'Piața 21 Decembrie 1989'
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Small group up to 7 passengers
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Professional tour guide in English
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Lunch

Know before you book

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children under 7 years old cannot participate in shared group tours. Please contact us to give you a private tour offer.
  • Be prepared for a long drive!
  • This tour require a minimum of 2 passangers
  • We will NOT visit the interior of Poenari Fortress, we will only see it from below - outside. To enter in Poenari Fortress you have to climb 66 floors on the stairs!
  • We suggest you come 5 minutes early. Being a group tour, we can not wait for you after the mentioned time.
  • Friendly Reminder: Please don’t bring coffee cups, open drinks, or snacks into the vehicle! No food, please! If the car smells like a picnic, we basically become a target for the brown bears. Let’s keep it bear-free and stress-free!
  • Similar (cheaper) tours are done by big coaches with 55 passengers, they do not stop to Poenari Fortress and Curtea de Argeș Monastery

Activity itinerary

Poenari Citadel
  • 20m
Poenari Fortress is a historic citadel located in Romania, perched atop a steep cliff in the Carpathian Mountains. Built in the 13th century and later enhanced by Vlad the Impaler, it served as a strategic stronghold and a defensive fortress. Known for its dramatic views and association with the Dracula legend, the fortress is accessible via a challenging climb of over 1,400 steps, offering visitors a glimpse into medieval history and folklore. We see the fortress from exterior.
Vidraru Dam
  • 25m
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 meters 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
  • 3h
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 favorite 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, located in Romania near the Transfăgărășan Highway, is a spectacular natural attraction. Cascading from a height of over 40 meters, this alpine waterfall is fed by glacial waters and surrounded by lush greenery and rugged mountain landscapes. Easily accessible during the summer months, it offers visitors a refreshing stop with stunning views and the soothing sound of rushing water.
Le Lac Balea
  • 1h 40m
Bâlea Lake is a glacial lake situated at an altitude of about 2,000 meters (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 accessible only in the summer and autumn months via the Transfăgărășan Highway. In winter and spring is not accessible, due to the risk of snow avalanche.
Curtea de Arges Monastery
  • 20m
The Curtea de Argeș Monastery is famous for its elaborate stonework, spiraled towers, intricate decorative motifs, and harmonious proportions. The design is highly unique and doesn’t resemble typical Orthodox churches, partly due to the strong Byzantine and Moorish influences. Inside, the walls are adorned with beautiful frescoes, and the atmosphere is deeply spiritual and historic. ⚰️ Royal Tombs: The monastery is the burial place of Romanian royalty, including: • King Carol I and Queen Elisabeth • King Ferdinand I and Queen Marie

Location

Activity location

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    Poenari Citadel
    • Transfăgărășan
    • 117040, Arefu, Județul Argeș, Romania

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Piața 21 Decembrie 1989
    • Piața 21 Decembrie 1989
    • București, București, Romania

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