Walking Holidays in Romania: Peaks, Castles & Canyons

Things to know

• What’s included?

  Included:

  • • An experienced, local, English-speaking hiking guide with extensive knowledge of the area
    • 8-day walking holidays in Romania (6 days of hiking)
    • Accommodation for 7 nights in 3- and 4-star hotels (double occupancy)
    • Meals: All breakfasts, and 1 lunch on Day 5
    • Transportation during the trip

  Add-ons (pricing shown at checkout):

  • • Single occupancy room

  Not included:

  • • Flights
    • Lunches and dinners not listed in the itinerary
    • Personal expenses
    • Anything not mentioned in the “Included” section above
    • Insurance — recommended, available to add at checkout
    • Guide gratuities — optional
• How fit do I need to be?

  These walking holidays in Romania are suitable for regular hikers, no technical climbing experience required. Expect trail days of up to 11.2 km (7 mi), with as much as 670 m (2,198 ft) of elevation gain, crossing shaded woodland, limestone ridgelines, and a canyon section climbed via secured metal ladders and walkways alongside waterfalls.

  A solid baseline is being comfortable hiking multiple consecutive days; regular hill walks, stair workouts, or hiking-specific training in the weeks before the trip will help.

• What do I need to bring?

  Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:

  • • Hiking shoes or boots
    • Backpack (20-30 L for day hikes)
    • Refillable water bottle or hydration system
    • Comfortable hiking clothes suited to layering
    • Waterproof rain jacket
    • Sunhat and sunglasses
    • Snacks
    • Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, tissues)
    • Camera, optional but recommended

  Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.

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• Group sizes and age requirements

  Group sizes and pricing

  • • For these walking holidays in Romania, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 8:1. 
    • It takes a minimum of 4 people for this tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 8 participants.

  Walking holidays in Romania can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.

  Min. age requirements

  • • If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.

  If your group has participants under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

• Is a single occupancy room available?

  The price for these walking holidays in Romania are based on twin-share rooms, but a single occupancy room can be arranged at an additional fee. You can add it to your booking at checkout.

• Getting there and meeting location

  The starting point of your walking holidays in Romania is Brasov. To get there, most people fly into Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP). From there, you can take a shuttle service, public transport, or rent a car to reach Brasov.

  You will meet your guide at the Brașov Train Station on Day 1.

• Safety measures and insurance

  We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with insurance. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, you’ll be offered to simply insure your trip with Redpoint at checkout.

  Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner—tailors protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations! Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.

• Deposits and cancellation policy

  Deposits

  Secure your spot with a 30% deposit upon booking! The remaining 70% of the trip price must be paid 90 days prior to departure at the latest. If booking within 90 days of departure, the full amount is required at the time of booking.

  Cancellations

  Booking fees are non-refundable after a 48-hour grace period. During checkout, however, you can choose one of 57hours’ flexibility options—Basic, Flexible, or Super Flexible. Depending on which one you choose, a different cancellation policy will apply to your booking.

  Basic

  • • If cancelled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
    • If cancelled 60 or more days before departure, a 70% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
    • If cancelled within 59 days of departure, no refund will be issued.

  Flexible

  • • If cancelled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
    • If cancelled 60 or more days before departure, a full refund of the total trip price will be issued.
    • If cancelled 30-59 days before departure, a 50% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
    • If cancelled within 29 days of departure, no refund will be issued.

  Super Flexible

  • • If cancelled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
    • If cancelled 30 or more days before departure, a full refund of the total trip price will be issued.
    • If cancelled within 29 days of departure, a 50% refund of the total trip price will be issued.