Bucharest: Top Gear Road Transfagarasan Day Trip
Enter the realm of one of Europe's most scenic mountain roads on a day trip to Transfagarasan Road. Along the way, delve into meeting the Wild Brown Bears of Romania. Set the scene for fantastic pictures by passing Poenari fortress original Dracula's fortress. Reach top of the Carpathians and breathe in the fresh mountain air while admiring views from Transylvania. Enjoy each stop with fantastic views and stories told by your guide.
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Summer 2025
What's included in Bucharest: Top Gear Road Transfagarasan Day Trip
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Triumph Arch (Arcul de Triumf)Pass-by Only
The journey starts early morning in Bucharest heading north .
Vidraru Dam
Vidraru Dam is a one of the biggest hydroelectric dam in Romania. It is placed at the beginning of River Arges as it was built between 1960 and 1965 and has a height of 166 meters (545 feet). The dam forms a lake with a average capacity of 465 million cubic meters (16.2 billion cubic feet) and a surface area of 22.5 square kilometers (8.7 square miles). The dam is used to generate electricity and to regulate the flow of the Argeș River. Admire the great views towards forest, mountains and lake all together.
Transfagarasan Highway
Enjoy a memorable ride along the picturesque Transfagarasan, declared by Top Gear, "the best road in the world". Built high up in the Fagaras Mountains, the road stretches for 62 miles (100 km), offering breathtaking views. Stops will be made on the way to admire the scenery, take photos on top at Balea Lake and simply enjoy the strong and healthy mountain air with fantastic aerial views before heading back to Bucharest, which will be reached in the evening.
Inclusions
- Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional English Speaking Guide
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- From November to March bears are into hibernation state
- From November to May access to Balea Lake Top and Capra Waterfall cannot be reached due factors that are beyond the control of the tour operator
- Free carry on (40x30x20cm) or trolley bag (55x40x23cm) on board with weight up to 5kg per guest/person. Suitcases over 5kg are extra charged with 20 euros per suitcase. Company or staff involved in the activity are not responsible for any of the guests belongings
- Presence of wild bears alongside the main public road is subject to availability determined by factors that are beyond the control of the tour operator
- Not recommended for guests with motion sickness/ car sickness
- Minimum passenger age is 12 years old. Under this is age it is prohibited.
- Presence of wild bears alongside the main public road is subject to availability determined by factors that are beyond the control of the tour operator
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Volo Hotel on Boulevard Schitu Magureanu no 6 Departure time 7:30 am Look for a vehicle with One Excellence Tours sign
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended