Sibiu International Airport 2 hr 30
Piatra Craiului Mountains (1 hr 1) Picturesque mountain range with a narrow, saw-like ridge & challenging treks to scenic views. Heroes' Cross on Caraiman Peak (57 min) Metal cross memorial on Mount Caraiman in the Bucegi Mountains, commemorating WWI dead. Sphinx (2 hr 9) Storied megalith with sphinx-like features situated in a mountainous national park. Valea Cetatii Cave (20 min) This deep cave provides visitors with access into an underground world carved by water. Cantacuzino Castle (53 min) Circa-1911 Neo-Romanian castle with guided tours of art exhibits, plus a scenic terrace restaurant. Postăvarul Massif (35 min) Mountain range featuring a winter sports resort with ski trails, a cable car & lodging. Bran Castle (4 min) Dramatic, 14th-century castle, former royal residence & alleged legend of Count Dracula inspiration. Cetatea Râșnov (23 min) Landmark fortress on a hill with walking paths, an ancient well & a handful of souvenir vendors. Omu (2 hr 9) Mountain trekking area offering challenging trails, picturesque panoramas & a chalet with snacks. Piatra Craiului National Park (56 min) Mountainous national park featuring a variety of hiking trails & climbing amid forests & wildlife. Caraiman Peak (2 hr 9) This 2,384-m. mountain is home to the 30-m. Heroes' Cross, a World War I monument. Berghütte Curmătura (48 min) Woodsy mountainside refuge featuring rustic rooms & dorms, plus dining & outdoor seating. Bucegi Natural Park (1 hr 57) Mountainous national park & nature reserve, home to distinctive, iconic rock formations. Dino Parc Râșnov (21 min) Park featuring large statues of dinosaurs, plus a 9D theater, playground, museum & other activities. Libearty Bear Sanctuary Zarnesti (27 min) Sanctuary for former captive bears, offering guided tours in English & Romanian. |