From Brasov: Piatra Craiului National Park 2-Day Guided Trek
ID: GYG354715-635330
Category:
Country: Romania
Duration:
2 days
Description
Take a 2-day, Eco-Romania certified trek in one of the greatest mountain ranges in Romania, the Piatra Craiului National Park. Hike with a licensed guide, discover local mountain villages, and soak up spectacular views from the highest point in the park.
Set off on an authentic adventure in Transylvania with this 2-day guided trek in one of Romania's most beautiful areas, Piatra Craiului National Park. Enjoy a small-group tour for no more than 8 participants, and benefit from a licensed English-speaking mountain guide during the entire trek.
Begin the tour in Brasov with pickup from selected hotels. Upon arrival in the national park, start your predominantly medium level trek for 5–8 hours. Stop at an authentic sheep farm for a special lunch (from June to September), and cross 2 authentic mountain villages: Magura and Pestera. Stay overnight in the latter at a local guesthouse and enjoy the local food.
On the second day, if weather permits, climb to the highest peak in the national park, Vârful La Om. Admire panoramic views from the 2,238-meter (7,343-foot) summit, one of the most picturesque ridges in the Carpathians. Marvel at the Zarnesti Gorges before returning to Brasov at the end of your trek.
Highlights
- Trek for 2 days in Piatra Craiului National Park with a licensed mountain guide
- Visit 2 authentic mountain villages and stay overnight in a local guesthouse
- Hike to the top of the highest peak in the National Park at 2,238 meters above sea level
- Admire the epic Zarnesti Gorges and the picturesque landscape
- Ensure the environment is cared for on an Eco-Romania certified program
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• The optimal time to take this trek is between June–October
• Number of participants: minimum 1, maximum 8
• Transportation from Brasov is by car or minibus
• The tour requires a good physical shape as the trek is of medium level
• The route may change because of the weather conditions
• Take waterproof hiking shoes and waterproof layers
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You must fill out a travel information form
Pickup is offered at selected hotels in Brasov. Please be at your chosen pickup point 15 minutes before the activity starts.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
