Sibiu International Airport 2 hr 51
Bran Castle (23 min) Dramatic, 14th-century castle, former royal residence & alleged legend of Count Dracula inspiration. Caraiman Peak (2 hr 16) A 7,822-foot mountain with an illuminated crucifix monument dedicated to WWI heroes. Cantacuzino Castle (1 hr 14) Circa-1911 Neo-Romanian castle with guided tours of art exhibits, plus a scenic terrace restaurant. Heroes' Cross on Caraiman Peak (1 hr 17) Metal cross memorial on Mount Caraiman in the Bucegi Mountains, commemorating WWI dead. Bolboci Lake (2 hr 4) Remote artificial lake ringed by forested cliffs, with hiking trails in the nearby Bucegi Mountains. Ialomita Cave (2 hr 27) Visitors don hard hats to explore this cave, set in a gorge & featuring a monastery at its mouth. Peleș Castle (1 hr 23) Neo-Renaissance residence of King Charles I with a museum of national heritage artifacts. Omu (2 hr 29) Mountain trekking area offering challenging trails, picturesque panoramas & a chalet with snacks. Piatra Craiului Mountains (1 hr 20) Picturesque mountain range with a narrow, saw-like ridge & challenging treks to scenic views. Rucăr-Bran Pass (40 min) Linking the counties of Braşov & Argeş, this historic mountain pass features panoramic views. Sinaia Monastery (1 hr 21) Venerable monastery complex with 15th-century origins including a museum, a church & a tomb. Piatra Craiului National Park (1 hr 5) Mountainous national park featuring a variety of hiking trails & climbing amid forests & wildlife. Caraiman Peak (2 hr 29) This 2,384-m. mountain is home to the 30-m. Heroes' Cross, a World War I monument. Sphinx (2 hr 29) Storied megalith with sphinx-like features situated in a mountainous national park. Bucegi Natural Park (2 hr 18) Mountainous national park & nature reserve, home to distinctive, iconic rock formations. |