Sibiu International Airport 2 hr 49
Caraiman Peak (2 hr 27) This 2,384-m. mountain is home to the 30-m. Heroes' Cross, a World War I monument. Rucăr-Bran Pass (37 min) Linking the counties of Braşov & Argeş, this historic mountain pass features panoramic views. Omu (2 hr 27) Mountain trekking area offering challenging trails, picturesque panoramas & a chalet with snacks. Sphinx (2 hr 27) Storied megalith with sphinx-like features situated in a mountainous national park. Bolboci Lake (2 hr 2) Remote artificial lake ringed by forested cliffs, with hiking trails in the nearby Bucegi Mountains. Bran Castle (20 min) Dramatic, 14th-century castle, former royal residence & alleged legend of Count Dracula inspiration. Piatra Craiului National Park (1 hr 2) Mountainous national park featuring a variety of hiking trails & climbing amid forests & wildlife. Caraiman Peak (2 hr 14) A 7,822-foot mountain with an illuminated crucifix monument dedicated to WWI heroes. Piatra Craiului Mountains (1 hr 18) Picturesque mountain range with a narrow, saw-like ridge & challenging treks to scenic views. Bucegi Natural Park (2 hr 16) Mountainous national park & nature reserve, home to distinctive, iconic rock formations. Ialomita Cave (2 hr 25) Visitors don hard hats to explore this cave, set in a gorge & featuring a monastery at its mouth. Cantacuzino Castle (1 hr 11) Circa-1911 Neo-Romanian castle with guided tours of art exhibits, plus a scenic terrace restaurant. Berghütte Curmătura (1 hr 5) Woodsy mountainside refuge featuring rustic rooms & dorms, plus dining & outdoor seating. Heroes' Cross on Caraiman Peak (1 hr 15) Metal cross memorial on Mount Caraiman in the Bucegi Mountains, commemorating WWI dead. Peleș Castle (1 hr 21) Neo-Renaissance residence of King Charles I with a museum of national heritage artifacts. |