Sibiu International Airport 2 hr 41
Bucegi Natural Park (2 hr 8)
Mountainous national park & nature reserve, home to distinctive, iconic rock formations. Caraiman Peak (2 hr 19)
This 2,384-m. mountain is home to the 30-m. Heroes' Cross, a World War I monument. La Om (1 hr 10)
High mountain offering a scenic, rocky ascent for rock climbers & trekkers to sweeping vistas. Ialomita Cave (2 hr 17)
Visitors don hard hats to explore this cave, set in a gorge & featuring a monastery at its mouth. Cantacuzino Castle (1 hr 3)
Circa-1911 Neo-Romanian castle with guided tours of art exhibits, plus a scenic terrace restaurant. Piatra Craiului National Park (54 min)
Mountainous national park featuring a variety of hiking trails & climbing amid forests & wildlife. Rucăr-Bran Pass (30 min)
Linking the counties of Braşov & Argeş, this historic mountain pass features panoramic views. Bran Castle (12 min)
Dramatic, 14th-century castle, former royal residence & alleged legend of Count Dracula inspiration. Omu (2 hr 19)
Mountain trekking area offering challenging trails, picturesque panoramas & a chalet with snacks. Dambovicioara Cave (48 min)
Limestone cave featuring prehistoric drawings & bear fossils, with children volunteering as guides. Cetatea Râșnov (33 min)
Landmark fortress on a hill with walking paths, an ancient well & a handful of souvenir vendors. Berghütte Curmătura (57 min)
Woodsy mountainside refuge featuring rustic rooms & dorms, plus dining & outdoor seating. Sphinx (2 hr 19)
Storied megalith with sphinx-like features situated in a mountainous national park. Piatra Craiului Mountains (1 hr 10)
Picturesque mountain range with a narrow, saw-like ridge & challenging treks to scenic views. Heroes' Cross on Caraiman Peak (1 hr 7)
Metal cross memorial on Mount Caraiman in the Bucegi Mountains, commemorating WWI dead. | 
