6-day hiking tour in the Southern Carpathians, Romania

This epic and memorable 6-day hiking tour in the Southern Carpathians of Romania is led by AGMR-certified guides, who will take you through some of Romania’s most spectacular scenery, with huge mountains, tranquil lakes and majestic glaciers dominating the landscape.

Private

Carpathian Mountains

6 Days

Jun - Sep

High

Intermediate

Highlights

Hike around the truly spectacular Southern Carpathians in Romania
See huge and majestic mountains, lakes, lagoons, forests and glaciers
Drive along the Transfagarasan road, one of the most beautiful on earth

Description

The Southern Carpathians are one of the most famous mountain ranges in Eastern Europe, and I will guide you as we spend 6 fun-filled days traipsing and travailing around them, taking in and admiring some of the best scenery that Romania has to offer, with the myriad of mountains, lakes, glaciers, forests and lagoons taking the breath away.

The Southern Carpathians are a cluster of mountain ranges located in the South of Romania, and are the second-highest group of mountains in the overall Carpathians. They are known for their lush green vegetation and forestry, as well as the wide array of flora and fauna present within**.**

Our trip begins on day 1 when we drive from the city of Cluj-Napoca to Carnic, at the base of the mountains, where we will then undertake a hike around the surrounding Retezat National Park, widely considered the finest national park in Romania.

Days 2 and 3 are devoted to longer hikes, with the magnificent Peleaga Mountain Top (2509m), Galesu Lake and Valea Rea (The Bad Valley) providing some absolutely jaw-dropping views and settings.

Day 4 is when we shift from the Retezat Mountains to the Fagaras Mountains, with the onward drive to Balea Lake via the Transfagarasan road regarded as one of the most gorgeous driving routes in the world.

The penultimate day is spent tackling a long yet rewarding hike to the Caltun Lake and Negoiu Peak, the second-highest peak in the country at 2535 metres, and a spot with picturesque and lovely sweeping panoramic views out over the countryside below.

We finish our adventure on day 6 when he head back to Cluj-Napoca, having explored and admired one of Romania and Eastern Europe’s true beauties.

This truly is a glorious way to discover the raw natural beauty of Romania – book now and you won’t regret it!

Price includes

Accommodation included
Guiding fee
Transport during the trip

Itinerary

Day 1: Cluj-Napoca to Carnic

– Drive from Cluj-Napoca to Carnic

– See Corvin Castle

– Hike in Retezat National Park

Day 2: Retezat Mountains

– Hike around the Retezat Mountains

Day 3: Galesu Lake and Bad Valley

– Hike to Galesu Lake and Valea Rea (The Bad Valley)

Day 4: Fagaras Mountains

– Drive to Balea Lake via the Transfagarasan road

– Hike to Capra Lake

Day 5: Caltun Lake and Negoiu Peak

– Hike to Caltun Lake and Negoiu Peak

Day 6: Return to Cluj-Napoca

– Return to Cluj-Napoca

Details

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Please bring with you:

Hiking boots
rain coat
small backpack
hiking sticks
water bottle
headlamps

Meeting point

Cluj-Napoca, Romania

FAQs

What are some recommended accommodations near our adventure location?

We understand that finding the perfect place to stay is an essential part of your adventure experience. To help you with this, we’ve curated a list of three highly recommended hotels that offer comfort, convenience, and a touch of local charm. These accommodations are well-suited for adventurers looking to relax and rejuvenate after an exciting day of exploration

Hotel Belvedere Sibiu Romania

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Ramada by Wyndham Sibiu Sibiu Romania

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Continental Forum Sibiu Sibiu Romania

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About the guide

Active Weekends

Tour Operator

Marius is an International Mountain Leader, a Romanian Mountain Guide, IML instructor and vice-president of the Romanian Society of Mountain Leaders and Mountain Guides (SGLM), with a guiding experience of over 10 years.

In your time spent on carpathian trails, you will be in safe hands in order to enjoy the most beautiful scenery Romania has to offer

Hiking in nature encompasses real benefits for the body, mind and soul. That is why in my tours you will learn new things about these benefits, about the complex aspects of nature, you will learn hiking techniques, how to use a compass and a map and we’ll talk about gear recommendations too. We’ll observe the landscapes, the flora and the fauna and, last but not least, we’ll enjoy an active day in the mountains and you will discover the stories and the legends of the area.

Membership:

SGLM member (Romanian Society of Mountain Leaders and Mountain Guides – https://ghizimontani.org/ )
UIMLA member (Union of International Mountain Leadears Associations – https://uimla.org/ ).

Languages

English

Certificates

SGLM | UIMLA

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