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15 Hiking & Trekking Trips in Romania Worth Booking

27 tours  ·  from $68

The 15 best hiking & trekking trips you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.

Piatra Craiului National Park Private Hiking Tour from Brasov - Choosing the right route for your legs
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Piatra Craiului National Park Private Hiking Tour from Brasov

1.Piatra Craiului National Park Private Hiking Tour from Brasov

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 116 reviews · 6 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $126Our pick

Leave Brasov for a 6 to 8 hour private hike through Piatra Craiului National Park. Your guide, such as Bogdan, Marian, Andreea, or Cristian, adjusts the route for weather and fitness. Expect forests, gorges, shepherds’ pastures, and big Carpathian views. Bran Castle may be added if time allows.

“Being winter, my friend and I were the only ones on the tour and were essentially treated to a private guided tour! Our guide Chris allowed us flexibility in essentially designing our own tour and resulted in a lovely, personalised day out! A great way to spend the day exploring the area.”

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Private Hiking OR Climbing Experience in beaufitul gorges - The first 20 minutes: equipment and a clear safety briefing
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Private Hiking OR Climbing Experience in beaufitul gorges

2.Private Hiking OR Climbing Experience in beaufitul gorges

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 50 reviews · from $78

Choose a guided hike or beginner-friendly via ferrata at Cheile Turzii, with pickup from Cluj-Napoca, safety gear, bottled water, and a maximum of eight people. Tudor, Andrei, Marian, or Julia may guide you through the gorge, fortified cave, fixed-rope climb, and photo stops.

“All in all, no complaints! .. perfect weather conditions, really good and cool guide, safe equipment, amazing scenery and just a really great experience, that we would recommend with out a question to everyone!”

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Hike to Poenari Fortress, Vidraru Dam, Argeș Monastery - Private - Vidraru Dam and the Făgăraș Mountain views
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Hike to Poenari Fortress, Vidraru Dam, Argeș Monastery – Private

3.Hike to Poenari Fortress, Vidraru Dam, Argeș Monastery – Private

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $167

Leave Bucharest by private, air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking guide such as Bogdan or Victor. Visit Curtea de Argeș Monastery, climb 1,480 steps to Poenari Fortress, and see Vidraru Dam and the Făgăraș Mountains. The day lasts about 10 hours and includes hotel pickup, but not lunch or the fortress entry fee.

“I really enjoyed this trip to the mountains. We saw seventeen, I repeat, seventeen European brown bears in one day!”

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Sibiu: Cindrel Mountains Hike with Traditional Brunch - Forest paths, meadows, and open mountain views
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Sibiu: Cindrel Mountains Hike with Traditional Brunch

4.Cindrel Mountains Hike with Traditional Brunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 22 reviews · 5.5 hours · from $68Best value

Join Alex for a small-group hike in the Cindrel Mountains near Sibiu. Walk through forests, meadows, and mountain scenery, hear local stories, then stop at the MGS Cabin for optional brunch with cheese, sausages, bread, jam, soup, and palinka. The route is moderate and can be more demanding than a simple walk.

“Es war eine wunderschöne Wanderung mit einem sehr leckeren Frühstück / Brunch. Alex hat interessante Geschichte über Sibiu und Umgebung erzählt, wir würden gerne den Tour jederzeit wiedermachen.”

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Day Hike in Carpathian Mountains for all levels in five areas - Guides Who Match the Day to You
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Day Hike in Carpathian Mountains for all levels in five areas

5.Day Hike in Carpathian Mountains for all levels in five areas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $102

Start in Brasov’s old town and head into the Carpathians with a professional guide. The standard Piatra Craiului route lasts 5 to 6 hours, crossing forest, mountain meadows, rocky ground, and a gorge. Private options can suit different fitness levels and reach the Bucegi or Fagaras Mountains.

“Went on a private day hike with our guide Eni. She was great to chat to and took us on a lovely route up through the forest and meadows to a chalet for lunch and then back through a gorge.”

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Private Daytrip Hike to Bucegi Mountains - Walking the forest toward Zănoaga Gorge
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Private Daytrip Hike to Bucegi Mountains

6.Private Daytrip Hike to Bucegi Mountains

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $300

Leave Bucharest at 9:00 am in a red Dacia Duster for a private Bucegi Mountains hike with Alex or Georgiana. Walk forest trails to Seven Springs Waterfall, colorful Scropoasa Lake, and Zănoaga Gorge. Snacks, bottled water, and a picnic-style lunch are provided, with flexibility for changing weather.

“Alex is a nature lover, the perfect guide to discover the treasures of Romania. I appreciated a lot my hike in the forest with an amazing display of autumn colours. I could drink water from waterfalls, considered one of the purest waters in the world. I was fortunate to share a picnic with Alex by contemplating the sunset over the mountains. I definitely recommend this tour !”

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Day Hike PRIVATE - Piatra Craiului National Park - Walking through Zărnești Canyon
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Day Hike PRIVATE – Piatra Craiului National Park

7.Day Hike PRIVATE – Piatra Craiului National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 4 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $96

Leave Brașov with a private guide such as Eni, Radu, Paul, or Valentin for a custom hike in Piatra Craiului National Park. Walk through pine forest, mountain meadows, and the dramatic Zărnești Canyon. Transport is included, the route suits your fitness level, and the day lasts about 4 to 10 hours.

“Valentin was good hiking guide knowledgeable in other areas as well. Beautiful views from top, pine meadows, deep canyon diverse hiking experience in Carpathian mountains”

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Hike&City PrivateTour- Dracula’s Castle and Pestera mountain village from Brasov

8.Hike&City PrivateTour- Dracula’s Castle and Pestera mountain village from Brasov

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $100

From Brasov, guide Ramona takes you by private air-conditioned vehicle to Bran Castle, then into Pestera Village for an easy 3 to 4 km mountain walk. Expect Romanian history, quiet country views, local desserts, and a flexible pace suited to families and small private groups.

“Really enjoyed the tour. Ramona was very knowledgeable and my son and I really enjoyed the stories and the scenery. Hike and mountain village was our favourite part and we got to try some good Romanian desserts and coffee ☕️”

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Private Full-Day Hiking Tour in Piatra Craiului National Park - Six hours among limestone ridges and forest paths
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Private Full-Day Hiking Tour in Piatra Craiului National Park

9.Private Full-Day Hiking Tour in Piatra Craiului National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $104

Spend about nine hours hiking Piatra Craiului National Park from Brasov with a private mountain guide. Expect a 12 to 15 km, medium-difficulty route with about 1,300 meters of elevation gain, limestone ridges, forest paths, the Prăpăstiile Zărneștiului gorge, and a stop at Cabana Curmătura. Pickup, transport, and an authorized guide are included.

“What a great experience! This was a beautiful hike with plenty of gorgeous views and copious amounts of wild flowers (on April 1st!). Radu, who grew up hiking these mountains, was a fantastic guide. Not only did he provide lots of information about the area, he also offered hiking poles and gaiters for the sometimes muddy trails. The weather forecast was for rain but we never had any. In fact, near the lodge, we even had some blue skies and the clouds moved enough to see the mountain summits. Fantastic experience. Highly recommended!!”

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1 day CARPATHIAN PEAKS & CHALETS hike - Zărnești Gorges and the rocky canyon route
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1 day CARPATHIAN PEAKS & CHALETS hike

10.1 day CARPATHIAN PEAKS & CHALETS hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $72

Join guide Andrei for a roughly seven-hour Carpathian hike from Brasov, with private transport, forest trails, rocky climbs, Curmătura Chalet at 1,470 meters, and Zărnești Gorges. The group is capped at eight, and the pace can be adjusted to your ability. Bring water, snacks, sturdy boots, and room for a mountain lunch.

“Andrei is a great guide! The trip was very interesting and entertaining. I had a great day. Andrei is very concerned about people's safety. I would definitely recommend it!”

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CLUJ ADVENTURE TOUR ! ZIP LINE and HIKE - Walking beneath Turda Gorge’s limestone walls
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CLUJ ADVENTURE TOUR ! ZIP LINE and HIKE

11.CLUJ ADVENTURE TOUR ! ZIP LINE and HIKE

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $108

Join guide Tudor for a seven-hour outing from Cluj-Napoca to Turda Gorge. You’ll ride a 600-meter zipline at speeds up to 100 km/h, hike through a limestone canyon, and enjoy included lunch before returning by private transfer.

“Such a dmfantastic day full of adrenaline! I had really good time hiking and exploring the area going on a round guided tour with the fantastic tour guide Tudor. Tudor goes much more extra miles for you to help and accommodate you and makes you feel safe in the wild nature. The zipline was ana amzing experience and very refreshingnafter the hike. I am definitely going back for more tours with Tudor 😊”

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Vladeasa Peak and Bride's Waterfall Day Hike - Rogojel Village and the rare sequoia
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Vladeasa Peak and Bride’s Waterfall Day Hike

12.Vladeasa Peak and Bride’s Waterfall Day Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $132

You’ll leave Cluj-Napoca at 8 a.m. with guide Tudor or another Curly Guide Tours leader for a full day in the Apuseni Mountains. The route includes Bride’s Waterfall, Rogojel Village, a rare sequoia, Vlădeasa Chalet, and the 1,836-meter summit, with lunch, water, fruit, and a small group of up to eight.

“Tudor is a great hiking guide, knows the area well, and provided a great sense of security (bears, steep descents). The hike along the White Stones ridge was amazing and provided great views!”

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Bulgaria -Private Tour - Caves, Waterfalls, Hiking, National Park - Devetashka Cave, the day’s grand finale
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Bulgaria -Private Tour – Caves, Waterfalls, Hiking, National Park

13.Bulgaria -Private Tour – Caves, Waterfalls, Hiking, National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $179

Leave Bucharest for a private 11-hour day in Bulgaria. Walk to Ivanovo’s cliff churches, follow forest paths at Krushuna Waterfalls, and enter vast Devetashka Cave. English-speaking guides such as Octavian, Sebastian, Roxana, Victor, and Leo have led this trip. Bring sturdy shoes and cash for the three entrance fees.

“My friend any I had a wonderful day on our trip with our guide Octavian. The Orlova Chuka cave was amazing, it felt like being on the moon! The Krushuna waterfalls were beautiful and the Devatashka cave at the end was the icing on the cake. The best part of our day though was spending it with our amazing guide, Octavian! He was very knowledgeable about the area, had a GREAT sense of humor, and he took the best pictures of us. When I come back to visit again I am definitely going to request that Octavian be our guide again. Thank you!”

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4-Day Carpathian Trek: Bucegi Mountains and Piatra Craiului National Park - Day 1: Wild Bucegi trails and a sheep farm
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4-Day Carpathian Trek: Bucegi Mountains and Piatra Craiului National Park

14.4-Day Carpathian Trek: Bucegi Mountains and Piatra Craiului National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 4 days (approx.) · from $1,070

Spend four active days hiking the Bucegi Mountains and Piatra Craiului National Park from Brasov. Your English-speaking guide, such as Bogdan, Mihai, or Radu, leads you through forests, ridges, gorges, mountain villages, and a sheep farm. Three nights, meals, park fees, and private transfers are included.

“My husband and I loved this experience. Radu, our guide, was knowledgeable and very helpful. He carefully planned the route for each day and supported us with a bit of extra equipment to deal with a lot of snow. We stayed at Villa Hermani, an absolute gem în Măgura village, with a very special management and chefs. We warmly recommend this experience - professional and well organised”

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Private Hiking to Bucegi Natural Park from Brasov - Walking through the Malaiesti Valley
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Private Hiking to Bucegi Natural Park from Brasov

15.Private Hiking to Bucegi Natural Park from Brasov

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $110

Join Adrian of Wise Transylvania Tours for a private 10-hour hike from Brasov into Bucegi Natural Park. You’ll walk from Rasnov through the glacial Malaiesti Valley, stop at Malaiesti Chalet, choose a medium or difficult route, and reach a 2,000-meter plateau. Transport and a professional guide are included, but bring lunch, hiking shoes, and rain gear.

“The hike was stunning, the weather was on our side and Adrian our host planned a route that was tailored to what we wanted from out hike. We came across a beer along the way, and Adrian was great at keeping us calm and giving us space between the bear to watch this amazing animal being in their natural habitat. We spent a full day exploring and we got to visit two peaks. All the colours from the trees were at the beggining of changing colour so we got so many beautiful pictures along the way.”

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