Henri Coandă International Airport 2 hr 6
Heroes' Cross on Caraiman Peak (28 min) Metal cross memorial on Mount Caraiman in the Bucegi Mountains, commemorating WWI dead. Peleș Castle (34 min) Neo-Renaissance residence of King Charles I with a museum of national heritage artifacts. Tâmpa (42 min) Picturesque mountain peak with hiking trails, a gondola & panoramas of the city below. Dino Parc Râșnov (37 min) Park featuring large statues of dinosaurs, plus a 9D theater, playground, museum & other activities. Cantacuzino Castle (24 min) Circa-1911 Neo-Romanian castle with guided tours of art exhibits, plus a scenic terrace restaurant. Caraiman Peak (1 hr 26) A 7,822-foot mountain with an illuminated crucifix monument dedicated to WWI heroes. Bran Castle (41 min) Dramatic, 14th-century castle, former royal residence & alleged legend of Count Dracula inspiration. Sphinx (1 hr 39) Storied megalith with sphinx-like features situated in a mountainous national park. Sinaia Monastery (31 min) Venerable monastery complex with 15th-century origins including a museum, a church & a tomb. Postăvarul Massif (51 min) Mountain range featuring a winter sports resort with ski trails, a cable car & lodging. Cetatea Râșnov (39 min) Landmark fortress on a hill with walking paths, an ancient well & a handful of souvenir vendors. Omu (1 hr 39) Mountain trekking area offering challenging trails, picturesque panoramas & a chalet with snacks. Seven Ladders Canyon (29 min) Large canyon carved in limestone with metal stairs & platforms leading to 7 different waterfalls. Caraiman Peak (1 hr 39) This 2,384-m. mountain is home to the 30-m. Heroes' Cross, a World War I monument. Piatra Mare Mountains (1 hr 31) This small mountain range is a popular hiking area, with a summit that offers panoramic views. |