Henri Coandă International Airport 2 hr 3
Peleș Castle (31 min) Neo-Renaissance residence of King Charles I with a museum of national heritage artifacts. Bran Castle (28 min) Dramatic, 14th-century castle, former royal residence & alleged legend of Count Dracula inspiration. Seven Ladders Canyon (29 min) Large canyon carved in limestone with metal stairs & platforms leading to 7 different waterfalls. Cantacuzino Castle (22 min) Circa-1911 Neo-Romanian castle with guided tours of art exhibits, plus a scenic terrace restaurant. Caraiman Peak (1 hr 37) This 2,384-m. mountain is home to the 30-m. Heroes' Cross, a World War I monument. Tâmpa (43 min) Picturesque mountain peak with hiking trails, a gondola & panoramas of the city below. Sphinx (1 hr 37) Storied megalith with sphinx-like features situated in a mountainous national park. Dino Parc Râșnov (24 min) Park featuring large statues of dinosaurs, plus a 9D theater, playground, museum & other activities. Valea Cetatii Cave (23 min) This deep cave provides visitors with access into an underground world carved by water. Postăvarul Massif (37 min) Mountain range featuring a winter sports resort with ski trails, a cable car & lodging. Cetatea Râșnov (26 min) Landmark fortress on a hill with walking paths, an ancient well & a handful of souvenir vendors. Piatra Mare Mountains (1 hr 29) This small mountain range is a popular hiking area, with a summit that offers panoramic views. Heroes' Cross on Caraiman Peak (25 min) Metal cross memorial on Mount Caraiman in the Bucegi Mountains, commemorating WWI dead. Caraiman Peak (1 hr 24) A 7,822-foot mountain with an illuminated crucifix monument dedicated to WWI heroes. Omu (1 hr 37) Mountain trekking area offering challenging trails, picturesque panoramas & a chalet with snacks. |