Romania Tours & Trips

What our customers ask about Romania Tours & Trips

• What Traditional Activities Can You Experience in Romania?

  You'll find some amazing hands-on cultural experiences in Romania's villages that really let you dive into local life. In Botiza they're known for these beautiful wool carpets and you can actually learn ancient weaving techniques in family workshops - same goes for Malancrav where locals show you their traditional methods. If you're into arts and crafts the egg painting workshops in Sadova are fascinating you'll learn to create intricate Bucovinean patterns and there's even a National Museum of Painted Eggs in Ciocanesti Village. Want to experience real rural Romanian life? Head to villages like Sibiel or Viscri where families welcome you into their homes. You can see how they farm learn to cook traditional dishes and try amazing homemade foods. One of the most charming experiences is taking a horse-drawn carriage ride through Viscri it's such a peaceful way to see the historic architecture and countryside.

• What Natural Areas Can You Visit Outside the Cities?

  Romania's got some incredible national parks and natural areas that are pretty easy to get to. Piatra Craiului National Park is stunning with these dramatic limestone ridges and gorges plus hiking trails for everyone whether you're a beginner or experienced hiker - you can get there from Brasov. Over in Bucegi Natural Park you'll find all sorts of landscapes and these really cool rock formations. Make sure to check out Shepherd's Peak and the Devil's Mill Waterfall they're accessible from Brasov and Bran. The Danube Delta's really special it's actually a UNESCO site and Europe's best-preserved delta. You can take boat tours from Tulcea to see all the birds and unique ecosystems. For serious hikers Retezat National Park is perfect with challenging trails and these gorgeous alpine lakes - there's over 80 of them! You can get there from Hațeg town.

• What Are the Best Hidden Routes Around Romania?

  If you want to get off the beaten path Romania's got some amazing lesser-known routes. The Transrarău Mountain Road in Bucovina gives you these incredible views of the Carpathians and takes you to remote villages with painted monasteries. The famous Transfăgărășan Highway winds through Romania's highest mountains but heads up it's only open July to October. The Maramureș region is really special with its traditional wooden houses UNESCO churches and you've got to see the unique Merry Cemetery in Săpânța. The villages here are great for lunch you can try fresh local food and these amazing fruit liqueurs. Down by the Danube Iron Gates National Park offers dramatic river views ancient Roman ruins and the impressive Iron Gates gorge.

• What Local Foods Should You Try in Romania?

  Romanian food is seriously good and every region's got its specialties. You've got to try Mititei these tasty minced meat rolls with garlic and spices perfect for a quick lunch especially at places like Dealul Negru they've been making them since the 1800s. In Transylvania look for Virșli traditional sausages with 300 years of history made from sheep and pork meat. For something sweet Papanași are these amazing cheese dumplings with sour cream and jam you can find them everywhere but they're especially good at Casa Vlad Dracul in Sighisoara. If you're in mountain villages like Sibiel try the Shepherd's Dinner it's this hearty meal with polenta cheese and mutton that really hits the spot.

• How Do You Get Around Romania?

  Getting around Romania's pretty straightforward you've got lots of options. Trains connect all the major cities and the mountain routes are really scenic - check CFR Călători for times. If you're on a Travel Talk tour they often include train rides between Bucharest Brasov and Sighisoara. Buses go pretty much everywhere including smaller towns and villages private companies run most routes. Private transfers are great if you want comfort and convenience they're usually included in organized tours like the Highlights of Transylvania which covers airport pickups too. Renting a car gives you freedom but just know the roads can be tricky especially in the mountains.