Henri Coandă International Airport 1 hr 49
Jepii Mari River (1 hr 5) Bran Castle (47 min) Dramatic, 14th-century castle, former royal residence & alleged legend of Count Dracula inspiration. Heroes' Cross on Caraiman Peak (12 min) Metal cross memorial on Mount Caraiman in the Bucegi Mountains, commemorating WWI dead. Caraiman Peak (1 hr 10) A 7,822-foot mountain with an illuminated crucifix monument dedicated to WWI heroes. Bucegi Natural Park (1 hr 12) Mountainous national park & nature reserve, home to distinctive, iconic rock formations. Peleș Castle (17 min) Neo-Renaissance residence of King Charles I with a museum of national heritage artifacts. Caraiman Peak (1 hr 23) This 2,384-m. mountain is home to the 30-m. Heroes' Cross, a World War I monument. Cetatea Râșnov (45 min) Landmark fortress on a hill with walking paths, an ancient well & a handful of souvenir vendors. Kalinderu Ski Slope (19 min) Bustling family ski mountain featuring beginner-friendly slopes, tobogganing & a kids' carousel. Omu (1 hr 23) Mountain trekking area offering challenging trails, picturesque panoramas & a chalet with snacks. Howling Waterfall (12 min) A hike through the forest leads to a waterfall tumbling down jagged rocks & linked to a local myth. Cantacuzino Castle (8 min) Circa-1911 Neo-Romanian castle with guided tours of art exhibits, plus a scenic terrace restaurant. Sphinx (1 hr 23) Storied megalith with sphinx-like features situated in a mountainous national park. Sinaia Monastery (15 min) Venerable monastery complex with 15th-century origins including a museum, a church & a tomb. Coștila Peak (4 min) Noted for its historic radio relay tower, this limited-access peak also houses a religious monument. |