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Day Trip from Bucharest to Dracula’s Fortress & Transfagarasan

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Overview

Discover the Transfagarasan Highway, one of the most spectacular roads in Europe, famous for its breathtaking scenery and its appearance on BBC Top Gear in 2009, which made it a top tourist attraction. This winding road, full of switchbacks, hairpin turns, and steep drop-offs, offers unforgettable views along the way. Visitors can explore Poenari Castle, the former fortress of Vlad the Impaler, and stop to admire the stunning sights of Vidraru Dam, Balea Lake, and Capra Waterfall. It’s the perfect trip for those looking to combine adventure, history, and spectacular nature.

Activity location
  • Poienari Castle
    • Transfagarasan
    • 117040, Arefu, Romania
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Poienari Castle
    • Transfagarasan
    • 117040, Arefu, Romania

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What's included, what's not

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    Private transport
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    WiFi on board
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    Air-conditioned vehicle
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    Pick-up and Drop-off at Your Location
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    Lunch
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    tickets

Know before you book

  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Excess hour will be for travel time

Activity itinerary

Poienari Castle
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket not included
Vidraru Dam
  • 20m
Transfagarasan Highway
  • 2h
Capra Wasserfall
  • 10m
Bâlea Lake
  • 2h

Location

Activity location
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    Poienari Castle
    • Transfagarasan
    • 117040, Arefu, Romania
Meeting/Redemption Point
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    Poienari Castle
    • Transfagarasan
    • 117040, Arefu, Romania

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