Piatra Craiului National Park Private Hiking Tour from Brasov
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Explore the pristine Piatra Craiului National Park on this private day hiking tour from Brașov. With an expert guide, head to Romania’s Carpathian Mountains and follow one of two 5- to 7-hour routes, according to the weather and your group’s preferences. Depending on your route, cross the narrow Zarnesti Gorge, walk through forests and meadows, learn about local industries such as mountain shepherding and cheese-making, and visit mountain villages or a mountain hut for a rustic lunch. Numbers are limited to eight people to ensure a personalized experience. Entrance fees not included. The name of the mountain came from one of the citadels built by the Hungarian Kingdom, as a custom, control and protection point, at the southern border of Transylvania, at the bottom of the mountains, at the end of XIV century. The name of the citadel in German language was Königstein. The locals called the mountain The Stone (Piatra).
Your experience
Stop 1
This hiking trip is a great opportunity to explore Piatra Craiului National Park in the Carpathian Mountains, an area pretty much untouched by the 21st century. Trek past gorges, forests and pastures where mountain shepherds still work, and see a side of Romania that's hardly changed in generations.
What’s included
- Hotel (only from Brasov city) pickup and drop-off
- Professional mountain guide
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Entrance fee to Piatra Craiului National Park (10 lei, approx. 2.5 euro)
- Entrance fee to Bran Castle
Meeting and pickup
Please note: Complimentary pick-up from Brasov is offered for this tour/activity (as specified on the tour). If you require this service you must contact Active Travel Day Tours at: Locally on 0040728804952, By email at marian@activetravel.ro.
Before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Dress warmly: Compulsory sturdy and waterproof hiking shoes; warm clothes recommended
- Route may be changed without notice due to weather conditions
- Please bring your own mask; we provide hand sanitizer. We are cleaning vehicles after every tour.
- Between June and September we make a stop to an authentic sheep farm.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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