Henri Coandă International Airport 1 hr 42
Sphinx (1 hr 16) Storied megalith with sphinx-like features situated in a mountainous national park. Kalinderu Ski Slope (9 min) Bustling family ski mountain featuring beginner-friendly slopes, tobogganing & a kids' carousel. Omu (1 hr 16) Mountain trekking area offering challenging trails, picturesque panoramas & a chalet with snacks. Caraiman Peak (1 hr 3) A 7,822-foot mountain with an illuminated crucifix monument dedicated to WWI heroes. Bucegi Natural Park (1 hr 5) Mountainous national park & nature reserve, home to distinctive, iconic rock formations. Piatra Mare Mountains (1 hr 26) This small mountain range is a popular hiking area, with a summit that offers panoramic views. Caraiman Peak (1 hr 16) This 2,384-m. mountain is home to the 30-m. Heroes' Cross, a World War I monument. Bran Castle (48 min) Dramatic, 14th-century castle, former royal residence & alleged legend of Count Dracula inspiration. Heroes' Cross on Caraiman Peak (10 min) Metal cross memorial on Mount Caraiman in the Bucegi Mountains, commemorating WWI dead. Coștila Peak (9 min) Noted for its historic radio relay tower, this limited-access peak also houses a religious monument. Postăvarul Massif (58 min) Mountain range featuring a winter sports resort with ski trails, a cable car & lodging. Caraiman Monastery (6 min) Landmark Orthodox monastery featuring garden grounds, walking paths & scenic mountain views. Peleș Castle (10 min) Neo-Renaissance residence of King Charles I with a museum of national heritage artifacts. Cabana Padina (1 hr 8) Hikers' refuge & restaurant in the Bucegi Mountains, with rare alpine flora & rock formations. Bolboci Lake (51 min) Remote artificial lake ringed by forested cliffs, with hiking trails in the nearby Bucegi Mountains. |