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Romania Roadtrip — Transfagarasan & Salina Turda
Explore Romanian castles, the Carpathians, Salina Turda and the legendary Transfăgărășan highway. Summer-only due to road availability.
The itinerary.
5 days · 18 stops
Saturday
Day One
Arrival in Bucharest - rent a car, check into hotel, and explore Romania's capital city including the impressive Palace of Parliament
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Car Rental At Sixt ( always use Sixt for car rental )
Renting a sedan car at Sixt will be the best option for this trip as roadtrip is the best way to see the country and a good car is a must
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Arriving to Hotel
Checking in and parking the car
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Palace of Parliament
Visit the massive Palace of Parliament, Strada Izvor 2-4. Guided tour only. Must book 24h in advance. Ticket: ~40 RON. Duration: ~1 hour. Open 9am–5pm.
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Lunch
Have a beautiful lunch at Hanu' Berarilor Casa Oprea Soare, Strada Berarilor 2, Bucharest
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Walking around Bucharest
Walking around Bulevardul Unirii, one of the most famous boulevards in Bucharest. Visiting Unirea Shopping Center and have coffee around local places.
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Dinner
Have a beautiful dinner at Restaurant Hanu' lui Manole, Str. Franceză 62-64, Bucharest
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Hotel
Central Bucharest around Parliament building that has a parking lot. e.g.booking.com · AI hotel ratings: hotelist.com
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Getting around
- Using rented car to arrive to Bucharest
- Walking around the city all day
Sunday
Day Two
Journey to the Carpathian Mountains - visit the stunning Peleș Castle and experience part of the famous Transfăgărășan highway
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Peleș Castle, Sinaia
Visit Peleș Castle in Sinaia, Aleea Peleșului 2. Ticket: ~100 RON. Closed Mon–Tue. Beautiful Neo-Renaissance castle surrounded by Carpathian Mountains.
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Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle)
Visit Bran Castle, Strada General Traian Moșoiu 24. Ticket: ~60 RON. Famous for Dracula legends. Moderate uphill walk and lots of stairs.
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Brașov Old Town
Stroll through the charming medieval city center of Brașov, including the Black Church and Council Square at Piata Sfatului
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Dinner at La Ceaun Restaurant, Piata Sfatului
Have a beautiful dinner at La Ceaun Restaurant, Piata Sfatului
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Hotel
Staying at Brașov e.g. Radisson Blu Aurum Hotel, Brasov radissonhotels.com · AI hotel ratings: hotelist.com
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Getting around
- Driving with rented car from Bucharest to these places
Monday
Day Three
Visiting old towns like Viscri, Sighisoara, Fortified Church of Biertan and then arriving to Salina Turda
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Viscri
Visiting Viscri, a beautiful old town with beautiful houses and streets mywanderlust.pl
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Sighișoara
Visit Sighișoara, another beautiful old town. media.brate.com
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The Fortified Church of Biertan
Visit The Fortified Church of Biertan, a beautiful church with beautiful architecture. upload.wikimedia.org
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Staying at a near by hotel for the night, near Salina Turda
Staying at a near by hotel for the night, near Salina Turda like booking.com
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Hotel
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Getting around
- Driving with rented car from Brașov to these places
Tuesday
Day Four
Visiting Salina Turda and spending all day there
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Salina Turda
Explore Salina Turda, a beautiful salt mine with beautiful architecture. visitbucharest.today
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Castelul de Lut Valea Zânelor
Visit the eco-sustainable clay castle in Porumbacu de Sus. Great for photos and short nature walks. Cafe and gift shop available.
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Driving to Transfagarasan for the night
Driving to Transfagarasan for the night
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Hotel
Cabana Bâlea Lac near Transfagarasan - balealac.ro or booking.com
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Getting around
- Driving with rented car
- Stay at Cabana Bâlea Lac near Transfagarasan hotel by the lake or any other hotel near Transfagarasan
Wednesday
Day Five
Back to Bucharest driving through Transfagarasan...
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Transfăgărășan (partial drive)
Optional drive to scenic sections of the Transfăgărășan highway if open (June–September).
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Getting around
- Driving with rented car through Transfagarasan and then to Bucharest
Location.
Frequently asked
How many days do you need for Romania Roadtrip — Transfagarasan & Salina Turda?
5 days. The itinerary runs from Saturday to Wednesday and covers 18 curated stops across 5 days.
How much does Romania Roadtrip — Transfagarasan & Salina Turda cost?
Premium — €300–600 per day per person, premium lodging included.
Where do you stay during Romania Roadtrip — Transfagarasan & Salina Turda?
Central Bucharest around Parliament building that has a parking lot. e.g.https://www.booking.com/hotel/ro/the-marmorosch-bucharest-autograph-collection.en-gb.html · AI hotel ratings: is the recommended base for the trip; the full hotel list per day is in the itinerary section.
What's included in the Romania Roadtrip — Transfagarasan & Salina Turda itinerary?
Day-by-day stops at 18 restaurants, museums, viewpoints and landmarks; transportation hints between each leg; and a hotel base in Bucharest.
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