The 10 Best Day Trips from in Harghita County, Transylvania

On this full-day guided trip you will leave Brasov behind to witness the sites and history this ancient region of Romania. See the refuge of the Orthodox monks at the Şinca Veche Monastery, the Făgăraş Citadel and stroll through medieval Sibiu. Last, but not least, visit the ruins of the early-Gothic Cârţa Monastery. Round-trip transport from your Brasov accommodations included.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Driver/professional guide, Transport by air conditioned private vehicle, Private tour, WiFi on board, Parking Fees

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Uncover the breathtaking Transfagarasan road and its winding path across the wilderness of the Carpathians, above 2,000 meters altitude. This is the perfect day trip from Sibiu if you want to add to your list one of the must-see attractions of Romania. On the way back to Sibiu, we stop to visit another special site, the ruins of the Cistercian Abbey from Carta. This is a private tour that includes hotel pickup and drop-off.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Professional guide, Transport by private vehicle, Private tour

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Entrance fees

Spend an entire day full of adventures right in the heart of the Land of Volcanoes, situated just 70 kilometers from Brasov. You will be taken by car or minivan (for groups of more than 4 people please contact us) to the only volcanic lake in Romania, visit a mysterious swamp where carnivorous plants live and take a stroll through the forest to the biggest natural gas bath in Europe - the Puturosu Cave (The Smelly Cave). End the day with a thrilling bear watching experience that you will surely remember - don't forget to take your camera with you! In the evening you will be driven back to Brasov.

Inclusions: English speaking driver/guide, Transport by private car / air conditioned minivan, Pick-up and drop-off from/at your accommodation in the city of Brasov

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities

one day of diverse experiences : cultural , natural , ethnographic and gastronomic , we will visit places that will allow us to understand the local identities , history and particularities in a scenic landscape

Inclusions: Private transportation, Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Palinka - a shot or two of our local spirit, Parking Fees

Exclusions: we can stop for Lunch at one of the best restaurants in the area or just have a snak/fast food

Built by a professional photographer, the bear hides in the Tusnad area are designed to offer tourists the best bear watching experience in Romania. A one-way mirror window prevents bears from seeing inside so that tourists can safely watch these animals from as close as 10 meters. Sometimes they even come right to the windows. The bear hides are specially built on the ground, at the same level with the animals and they are completely safe. Moreover, they are perfect for professional and also amateur photographers. Inside, there is enough space to sit down and relax while enjoying this wonderful experience. We are against wildlife hunting and because we promote sustainable tourism, we want our guests to see living bears in their natural habitat, not at the ZOO or in a reservation. You will be picked up from your location in Brasov and taken to Tusnad area, where you will participate at the bear watching activity. In the end, you will be dropped off at your location in Brasov.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, English speaking guide, Pick up and drop off at your location in Brasov, Access to the bear watching site, Alcoholic drinks tasting at the bear hide

Exclusions: Meals and snacks, Water & drinks

Explore the Transfagarasan, the highest altitude pass road of Sibiu, the glacial Balea Lake, located at an altitude of 2034 m, the ruins of the Cistercian Abbey of Carta and the Palace and Garden in Avrig, in baroque style, on this full-day private tour. Please note: This trip can be booked also during the winter season, excepting the hiking part from Balea Waterfall to Balea Lake (to get to Balea Lake it is necessary to take the cable car).

Inclusions: English speaking guide/driver, according to the program for 1 day from/to Sibiu, Transport with air-conditioned car from/to Sibiu, Map of Romania

Exclusions: Supplement for Cable Car at Balea Lake € 19,00/person, Entrance fees to the Fortified Church in Carta and Buckental Palace in Avrig: € 6,00/person, Photo fees

Early in the morning, your guide will pick you up from your hotel in Brasov and drive you to the village of Praid. Here, descend deep into the underground salt deposit. Take some time to admire the huge salt galleries, play pool or table tennis, watch movies, visit an underground adventure park or just relax and breathe in the therapeutic salty air. After returning to the surface, head to the village of Bisericani, where you will climb inside the ”Heart of Jesus”, the biggest statue of Jesus in Eastern Europe. The 22-meter (72 ft) tall metal structure is situated on top of Gordon Hill and can be climbed thanks to an interior ladder that will take you to Jesus' head, where you can see a beautiful panorama of the surrounding area. If there is time, on your way back to Brasov, visit the Racoș Geological Complex: the Emerald Lake, the Basalt Columns and the fascinating volcanic canyon. In the evening, you will be dropped off at your accommodation in Brasov.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned car, Driver/guide, Tour escort/host

Exclusions: Food and drinks, so please bring a sandwich or two and water. Anyway, there will be plenty of places to buy water or snacks., Gratuities

In the morning, your English speaking guide will pick you up from your location in Brasov. After a one hour drive, you will reach the city of Tusnad Bai, the smallest city in Romania, famous for its thermal baths and mineral water springs. Here, depending on group size, you will embark in 4WD vehicles or in a multi-seated trailer and start the adventure. You will be taken in the surroundings, where you will visit an old abandoned water dam, some mineral water springs, machine gun nests and trenches from World War II and, depending on weather conditions, those with a good fitness level can choose to climb up to the Falcon's Rock, for a fantastic view over the valley. You will then go deep in the forest to enjoy a delicious picnic lunch, made from local products, accompanied by the famous palinka drink. Depending on the season, there is a possibility of going to a nearby bear hide. In the end, you will be taken back to the car and your guide will drop you off at your location in Brasov.

Inclusions: Pick up and drop off at your location in Brasov, English speaking licensed guide, Transport by air-conditioned / heated vehicle to the location, Transport by 4WD vehicle or multi-seated trailer (not heated) during the safari activity, All visits, Traditional picnic lunch

Exclusions: Other meals and food not included in the price, Tips & Gratuities

St Ana Lake is the only volcanic lake in Romania plus we will bike ride along beautiful virgin forests

Inclusions: E-Bike , helmet , gloves

Exclusions:

Your guide will pick you up early in the morning from your accommodation in Brasov. In about two hourse, you will arrive at the lower cable car station on the Transfagarasan road. From here, the only way of going up to Balea lake is by taking the cable car. The route goes from 1200 meters to 2040 meters in 3,7 kilometers. Once you get up, take a deep breath of fresh mountain air and feel free to explore the area. When you're hungry, go inside one of the huts for a tasty lunch. In the end, go back to base by cable car. Continue to the village of Carta, to see a 13th century old gothic monastery. On you way back to Brasov, if there is time, visit the beautiful Fagaras fortress, built in the 14th century. Once you get back to Brasov, your guide will drop you off at your accommodation in Brasov. *Please keep in mind that the cable car can depart with at least 10 people and only in good weather conditions. If you cannot take the cable car due to bad weather, you will be partially refunded.

Inclusions: Pick up and drop off at your accommodation in Brasov, Transport by air conditioned / heated vehicle, English speaking licensed guide, Cable car tickets (refundable if the cable car doesn't operate due to bad weather conditions), Entrance fee to Carta Cistercian monastery, Warm beverage (hot tea, mulled wine)

Exclusions: Lunch, Entrance fee to Fagaras fortress, Other personal expenses, Gratuities