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Transfăgărășan Top Gear Road, Wild Brown Bears, Mini group max 8

28 Reviews 4.57 out of 5 stars Based on 28 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Bucharest, Romania

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Overview

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.

What's Included

  • Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
  • Professional English Speaking Guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Bulevardul Regina Elisabeta
București 030167, Romania

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End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Triumph Arch (Arcul de Triumf) (Pass By)

The journey starts early morning in Bucharest heading north .
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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.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Capra Wasserfall

The Capra Waterfall is a spectacular sight on top of the mountain with incredibile view and its cascading waters plunging over the cliffs. Visitors will be able to explore the surrounding area, and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the waterfall.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Le Lac Balea

Reach the top at Bâlea Lake which is a glacier lake situated at 2,034 m of altitude in the Făgăraș Mountains, in central Romania, in Sibiu County. During winter period two chalets are placed over the lake, a meteorological station all year roud and a mountain rescue outpost along with shepherds that are still crossing the mountain as the old ways are still kept. Location is accessible by car on the Transfăgărășan road during the summer, and the rest of the year by a cable car from the Bâlea.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Bucharest

Return trip to Bucharest
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • 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
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • From November to March bears are into hibernation state

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Transfăgărășan Top Gear Road, Wild Brown Bears, Mini group max 8?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
  • Professional English Speaking Guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • 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
  • 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
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 49 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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