Romania Walking & Hiking Tour: 5-Night Adventure Through Castles, Mountains & Medieval Cities
🔹A 6-day adventure that blends light hiking, medieval cities, and iconic castles with a touch of mountain magic – from the royal beauty of Peles Castle and the legends of Bran, to guided walks in the Carpathians and a unique overnight in a mountain lodge or Romania’s famous Ice Hotel (available in winter). Designed for seniors, couples, and small groups who want comfort, gentle activity, and cultural depth.
✔️ English-speaking guide
✔️ All-year departures
✔️ Guesthouse / Boutique hotel
✔️ Private transfers
✔️ 6-day walking & hiking
✔️ Breakfasts, a lunch, 2 traditional dinners
Experience Details
Next Dates
Year-round in 2025 - 2026
Trip Duration
6 days 5 nights
Pricing £899 per person
(twin/double occupancy)
Single supplement: £225
Why you'll love this trip
⛰ Walking in the Carpathians – Gentle guided hikes of 2–3 hours, carefully chosen to avoid steep ascents but still offering spectacular panoramic views. Trails are adapted for seniors and leisure travellers, with plenty of breaks, nature interpretation, and opportunities to enjoy the mountain atmosphere without the rush.
🏰 Iconic castles – Step inside two of Romania’s most famous landmarks: Peles Castle, a royal residence filled with art and elegance, and Bran Castle, the dramatic fortress forever tied to Dracula’s legend. Both are must-see highlights that combine history, architecture, and stories.
🌆 Medieval charm – Explore Brasov, one of Transylvania’s most beautiful cities, with its cobbled Council Square, colourful merchant houses, and lively cafes. The relaxed orientation walk lets you enjoy the Old Town’s atmosphere at your own pace.
❄ Unique overnight stay – Spend the night in a mountain lodge surrounded by pure Carpathian landscapes, or, in winter months, experience the magical Ice Hotel at Balea Lake, built entirely from snow and ice. This is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure available only in Romania.
🍴 Traditional cuisine – Taste authentic dishes prepared with local ingredients: hearty mountain soups, fresh cheeses, slow-cooked meats, and fresh-baked bread. A picnic lunch in the Carpathians, a mountain dinner, and a farewell dinner in Bucharest are all included to showcase Romania’s rich culinary culture.
🛏 Authentic comfort – Stay in a mix of accommodations: boutique hotels in Bucharest, heritage hotels in Brasov, and a mountain lodge or Ice Hotel. All properties are hand-picked for character, comfort, and central locations where possible.
🚐 Stress-free travel – Travel in comfort with private transfers, a small group size of 2–12 travellers, and the guidance of an experienced English-speaking leader. This ensures a relaxed pace, flexibility for individual needs, and a personal atmosphere throughout the journey.
Departure & Return Location
Bucharest Henri Coanda Internation Airport (Google Map)
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Private transfer from Henri Coanda Airport to boutique hotel.
Evening welcome briefing and optional group dinner in Old Town.
Accommodation Boutique hotel, Bucharest (1 night)
Meals –
Included activities Airport transfer, welcome briefing
Optional activities Welcome dinner – £35 pp -
Breakfast at hotel. Scenic drive to Sinaia for a guided visit to Peles Castle, one of Europe’s most elegant royal residences. Continue to Bran Castle, linked to the Dracula legend. Afternoon orientation walk in Brasov Old Town.
Accommodation: guesthouse Brasov (2 nights)
Meals: Breakfast
Included activities: Guided visit to Peles Castle, entry to Bran Castle, Brasov orientation walk
Optional activities: Entry to Black Church – £5
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Breakfast at hotel. Guided day walk in the Carpathians (choice of easy to moderate trails around Piatra Craiului National Park or Poiana Brasov). Return to Brasov in the evening.
Accommodation: Gurdthousr, Brasov area (2nd night)
Meals: Breakfast, Picnic lunch
Included activities: Guided hiking tour in the Carpathians with expert local guide, picnic lunch
Optional activities: Folk dinner with live music – £40 pp
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Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to the Fagaras Mountains. In summer/autumn: stay at a mountain lodge with easy walks around Balea Lake. In winter: overnight in Romania’s famous Ice Hotel, built anew every year from ice blocks.
Accommodation: Mountain lodge (summer/autumn) / Ice Hotel (winter)
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Included activities: Scenic transfer through the Carpathians, guided walk around Balea Lake (weather permitting), overnight mountain lodge / Ice Hotel experience
Optional activities: Cable car ride at Balea (weather dependent) – £20 pp
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Breakfast at lodge. Scenic transfer back to Bucharest, with stops along the way for short walks and photo opportunities. Evening farewell dinner with group.
Accommodation: Boutique hotel, Bucharest (1 night)
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Included activities: Scenic transfer, farewell dinner in Bucharest
Optional activities: Village Museum visit – £10
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Breakfast at hotel. Private transfer to Henri Coanda Airport for flight back to UK.
Accommodation: –
Meals: Breakfast
Included activities: Private airport transfer
Highlights and Included activities
✅ What’s Included
🍴 Meals
✔ 5 breakfasts
✔ 1 picnic lunch during hike
✔ 2 dinners (mountain lodge/ice hotel + farewell dinner)
🛏 Accommodation
✔ 2 nights boutique hotels (Bucharest)
✔ 2 nights guesthouse
✔ 1 night mountain lodge / Ice Hotel (seasonal)
🚌 Transport
✔ Private airport transfers (arrival & departure Bucharest)
✔ Comfortable transport for all excursions
🎯 Included Activities
✔ Guided visit to Peles Castle
✔ Entry & guided tour of Bran Castle
✔ Orientation walk in Brasov
✔ Guided hiking tour in the Carpathians with picnic lunch
✔ Overnight at mountain lodge / Ice Hotel
✔ Scenic Balea Lake visit
✔ Farewell dinner in Bucharest
➕ Optional Activities
🍽 Welcome dinner in Bucharest – £35 pp
⛪ Entry to Black Church, Brasov – £5
🎶 Folk dinner with live music – £40 pp
🚠 Balea Lake cable car (weather permitting) – £30 pp
🏨 Extra hotel night in Bucharest – from £95 pp
🌟 Trip Highlights
Destination: Bucharest – Sinaia – Bran – Brasov – Mountain Lodge / Ice Hotel (seasonal)
✔ Gentle guided hikes in the Carpathians, tailored for seniors and leisure travellers
✔ Visit two of Romania’s most famous castles – Peles and Bran
✔ Stroll through Brasov’s medieval Old Town with expert guide
✔ Experience a mountain lodge stay or the unique Ice Hotel at Balea Lake (winter only)
✔ Stay in boutique & guesthouse for charm and comfort
✔ Enjoy a mix of traditional meals, including picnic lunch, mountain dinner, and farewell dinner
✔ Travel with a small group (2–12 travellers) and private transfers
Is this trip
right for you?
✔ Perfect for travellers who want gentle activity combined with culture and castles.
✔ Walks are easy to moderate (2–3 hours, mostly gentle trails). Poenari-style steep hikes are not included.
✔ In winter, overnight at the Ice Hotel involves cold temperatures (thermal sleeping bags are provided). The lodge option is always available.
✔ Private transfers and small group size (2–12) ensure a relaxed pace.
✔ Accommodation blends urban boutique hotels, guesthouse stays, and a unique mountain experience.
✔ Meals focus on traditional Romanian cuisine; vegetarian options available on request.
Important notes
Flights are not included – book UK–Bucharest return.
Airport transfers included – flight details required 7 days before departure.
Walking pace: easy to moderate, suitable for seniors in good health.
Group size: 2–12 travellers.
Accommodation: a mix of boutique hotels, heritage stays, and mountain lodge/Ice Hotel.
Single supplement: available but limited in the mountain lodge/Ice Hotel.
Ice Hotel option: available only Dec–Mar; weather dependent.
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