Brasov Private Tour: Transfagarasan road & Poienari Fortress
Why we love it?
The Brasov Private Tour offers a unique opportunity to explore the stunning Transfagarasan road and the historic Poienari Fortress over the course of 10 hours. Ideal for history enthusiasts and nature lovers alike, this tour includes a professional guide who provides insights into the region's rich heritage and breathtaking landscapes. Travelers will enjoy round-trip transport from their hotel in Brașov in an air-conditioned vehicle, making it a comfortable and convenient experience. The combination of dramatic mountain scenery along the Transfagarasan road and the chance to delve into the legends surrounding Poienari Fortress sets this tour apart as a memorable adventure in Romania.
Inclusions
- Professional guide
- Hotel (only from Brasov city) pickup and drop-off
- Round-trip transport by air-conditioned car or minivan
Exclusions
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Itinerary
Step 1
Driving on Transfagarasan Highway as know as "the Road to the Sky", "the Road to the Clouds", "the Best Driving Road in the World" and even "A spectacular Monument to Earth-Moving Megalomania"
Step 2
We hike to Balea Waterfall - the highest step-waterfall in Romania, more than 60 metres tall.
Step 3
Balea Lac is a natural glacier lake at 2040m, 360 meters long, 240 meters wide and 11 meters deep.
Step 4
It is said that the name "Fagaras" is coming from the word "fagar", an old word which represents a large old beech forest.
In ancient times, the bottom part of the Fagaras Mounatins were covered with Oak forest. Now remains "Dumbrava Vadului", where, among the oak trees, we have daffodils (Narcissus stellaris), locally known as coprine.
In Fagaras Mountains there is "Mioarelor" galcial lake (2282 m), the highest glacial lake in the Carpathian mountains.
In Fagaras Mountains there are 8 of the 14 peaks of the Carpathian mountains that reach the altitude of 2500 m: Moldoveanu (2544 m), Negoiu (2535 m), Coltul Vistei Mari (2527 m), Lespezi (2522 m), Cornu Caltunului (2510 m), Vanatoarea lui Buteanu (2507 m), Hartopu (2506 m) and Dara (2500 m). Here there are over 42 peaks with altitude between 2400 and 2500 m.
Step 5
It was completed in 1966 on the Argeș River and creates Lake Vidraru. The arch dam was built with the primary purpose to produce hydroelectricity. The dam's height is 166 meters, the arch length 305 meters and it can store 465 million cubic meters of water. The reservoir has a total shoreline (perimeter) length of 28 km.
Visit Poienari Fortress
the real Vlad Tepes' Residential Castle. Access to the citadel of Poienari is made by climbing the 1,480 concrete stairs.
Please Note
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Sturdy hiking footwear recommended
- Please note - Access to the citadel is made by climbing the 1,480 concrete stairs
- Private group tour - the experience is exclusively for you and your group. Whether you're traveling solo, as a couple, with family, or with friends, you'll have a dedicated guide and complete flexibility to enjoy the tour at your own pace.
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Infant seats unavailable
- According to a statement from the Argeș County Council, access to Poienari Fortress will be allowed in organized groups at fixed times, following the schedule below:
- 9:00 AM
- 11:00 AM
- 1:00 PM
- Last ascent at 3:00 PM
- IMPORTANT! When the Transfagarasan road is closed (November 1 - June 30) we drive up to the Balea Waterfall (no visit of Poienari Fortress and Vidradu Dam). If the weather conditions allow, we take the cable car up to the Balea Lake (approx. extra 20 euro/person, includes the cable car ticket for the guide, also). We visit the ruins of the Cistercian Abbey of Carta and the amazing Sambata de Sus Monastery, also.
- The cable car operates at least 10 people. Tourists have priority over freight shipments. No cargo is carried on Fridays , Saturdays and Sundays. In case of adverse weather conditions we do not assume responsibility. In case of technical failure will be refunded the amount paid. Please keep checking tickets. Thank you for understanding. More info: [ ]
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended Not recommended for pregnant women Not recommended for participants with back problems Please call [ ] at least 24 hours in advance to confirm hotel pick-up
- Please contact us about the exact pick up time.
- Meeting point: In front of Biblioteca Județeană "George Barițiu", Bulevardul Eroilor 33-35. Please be aware that we provide pick-up and drop-off services exclusively within the city of Brașov, as well as for guests staying outside the old town. The pick-up time will vary based on the location requested. Additionally, we are happy to drop off guests at a different location than the pick-up point for an additional fee.
Know Before You Go
- Public transportation nearby
Cancellation Policy
Fully refundable until 1 day before start
Non-refundable after 1 day before start
