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Transfagarasan Private Sightseeing Tour from Bucharest - Day Trip

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On average, this is booked 24 (0) days in advance.
11 to 12 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Overview

Transfagarasan Private Tour – great experience in one single day! Explore the BEST road in the world in 12 hours!

During our uplifting Transfagarasan Private Tour you will get to see Curtea de Arges Monastery, Poenari Fortress, Transfagarasan Road, Balea Lake and Vidraru Dam.

What's Included

  • Private car (Tourism or Minibus) only for you and your friends/family
  • Complimentary wireless internet access in the comfortable car
  • Entry tickets
  • Food and Drinks
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Curtea de Arges Monastery

Did you know that Arges city was the first capital of Romania? Everyone knows that truly good, beautiful and durable things come only through sacrifice, which will become apparent when you reach the old town of Curtea de Arges.With a rich and eventful history, this is where you get to see the ruins of the Wallachian princely court, the 13th century Royal Church, as well the famous Arges Monastery, an important historical monument with an interesting, yet sad story, story that your private guide will share with you!
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Poienari Castle

If we were to put together a tour of the castles in Romania for Dracula fans and adventure lovers, Poenari Castle would have to be on the list, being an important Romanian tourist attraction. With this private trip you will have the perfect chance to discover the wildlife in Transylvania. For the moment the Fortress is under restauration, so we will not go to visit, we will just take some pictures of it!
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Transfagarasan Highway

Did you know that one of the most spectacular roads in the world is Transfagarasan Highway?The incredible view and stunning scenery that this paved mountain road offers is indescribable; even the video segment featured on Top Gear, deeming it the most beautiful road in the world, barely does it justice.We stop here regarding the information for you, please don’t forget your camera, you’ll need it!
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3 hours Admission Ticket Free

Vidraru Dam

Vidraru Dam is a dam in Romania. 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 metres, the arch length 305 meters and it can store 465 million cubic metres of water. The reservoir has a total shoreline (perimeter) length of 28 km.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Le Lac Balea

Bâlea Lake (Romanian: Lacul Bâlea or Bâlea Lac, pronounced [ˈbɨle̯a]; Hungarian: Bilea-tó) is a glacier lake situated at an altitude of 2,034 m (6,673 ft) in the Făgăraș Mountains, in central Romania, near Cârțișoara, Sibiu County. There are two chalets opened all year round, a meteorological station, and a mountain rescue (Salvamont) station. The lake is accessible by car via the Transfăgărășan road during the summer, and the rest of the year, access is provided by a cable car from the "Bâlea Cascadă" chalet.
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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
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Transfagarasan Private Sightseeing Tour from Bucharest – Day Trip?

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 (EET). 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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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Transfagarasan Private Sightseeing Tour from Bucharest – Day Trip?
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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 (EET).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Private car (Tourism or Minibus) only for you and your friends/family.
  • Complimentary wireless internet access in the comfortable car.
  • Entry tickets.
  • All taxes.
  • All car expenses, such as gasoline, parking and road tolls.
  • Great flexibility regarding changes to the daily itinerary even after the start of the tour.
  • A private, licensed English-speaking guide/driver, available throughout the tour.
The following is NOT included:
  • Food and Drinks.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 1..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Transfagarasan Private Sightseeing Tour from Bucharest - Day Trip is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Transfagarasan Private Sightseeing Tour from Bucharest – Day Trip will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

What's Included

Activity name

  • Private car (Tourism or Minibus) only for you and your friends/family
  • Complimentary wireless internet access in the comfortable car
  • Entry tickets
  • All taxes
  • All car expenses, such as gasoline, parking and road tolls
  • Great flexibility regarding changes to the daily itinerary even after the start of the tour
  • A private, licensed English-speaking guide/driver, available throughout the tour
  • Food and Drinks

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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