Small-Group Day tour Transfagarasan road and Poienari Fortress
| Age range | 2-99 |
| Cancellation Policy | Free cancellation (5% fee) up to 24 hours prior. No refund within 24 hours. Thank you for understanding! |
| Country Region | Arefu, Bran, Brasov, Cartisoara, Curtea de Arges, Fagaras town |
| Difficulty | Medium |
| Number of days | 1 |
| Operating languages | English, Romanian |
| Points of interest | Balea Lake, Balea Waterfall, Curtea de Arges Monastery, Poienari Fortress, Transfagarasan road, Vidradu Dam |
| Tour type | Photo tour, Private tour option, Sightseeing tour, Small group tour, Walking, Wildlife tracks |
Description Small-Group Day tour Transfagarasan road and Poienari Fortress
Driving along the Transfăgărășan Highway, often referred to as "the Road to the Sky," "the Road to the Clouds," "the Best Driving Road in the World," and even "A Spectacular Monument to Earth-Moving Megalomania," is an unforgettable adventure!
!!!Due to some construction works on the road, the tour might take longer than usual!!!
According to a statement from the Argeș County Council, access to Poienari Fortress will be allowed in organized groups at fixed times, following the schedule below:
- 9:00 AM
- 11:00 AM
- 1:00 PM
- Last ascent at 3:00 PM
Rates:
- 250 euros for one person (When you book the rate as one person, in case we have other clients, we refund the difference you paid as a solo traveler, after the tour).
- 165 euros/person for a minimum of two people
The package includes:
- transportation: by car or minibus with an air conditioning system
- Licensed English-speaking tour guide
Not included:
- entrance fees, lunch, drinks, tips
Duration: 10 h
Highlights: Transfagarasan road, Balea glacial lake, Balea waterfall, Poienari fortress
Guaranteed departure: all year round!
Meeting point: In front of Biblioteca Județeană "George Barițiu", Bulevardul Eroilor 33-35 - 8:00 AM. Please be aware that we provide pick-up and drop-off services exclusively within the city of Brașov, as well as for guests staying outside the old town. The pick-up time will vary based on the location requested. Additionally, we are happy to drop off guests at a different location than the pick-up point for an additional fee. Our guide holds the sign "Meeting Point GUARANTEED DEPARTURES DAY TOURS”.
You have to make the booking 1 day in advance until 8 PM!
Route: Brasov - Transfagarasan road – Vidradu Dam - Poienari - Brasov (depending on the season: Transfagarasan road is open between July 1 and October 31). The route includes stops at Vidradu Dam and Poienari Fortress, the true stronghold of Vlad Țepeș, famously known as Dracula. This historic citadel rises dramatically above the stunning landscapes of the Carpathian Mountains, accessible by conquering 1,480 concrete steps. The climb rewards you with breathtaking views and an intriguing glimpse into a rich past.
Your journey begins with a drive along the breathtaking Transfăgărășan Highway, celebrated as "the Road to the Sky," "the Road to the Clouds," and even "the Best Driving Road in the World." Constructed as a strategic military route in the 1970s, this winding engineering marvel is Romania's second-highest paved road, showcasing ambition and ingenuity. With its sharp turns, hairpin bends, and spectacular vistas, it has gained a reputation as one of the most thrilling drives on the planet - a true “Spectacular Monument to Earth-Moving Megalomania.”
As you ascend the highway, prepare to be mesmerized by awe-inspiring views of rugged peaks, deep valleys, and cascading waterfalls. Upon reaching Poienari Fortress, delve into the captivating lore of Vlad Țepeș and his storied legacy while appreciating the fortress's commanding position atop a sheer cliff. This experience seamlessly combines the excitement of an iconic drive with a rich exploration of Romania's medieval history, making it an ideal outing for history buffs, nature enthusiasts, and adventure seekers alike. Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime journey!
IMPORTANT! When the Transfagarasan road is closed (November 1 - June 30), we drive up to the Balea Waterfall (no visit to Poienari Fortress and Vidraru Dam). If the weather conditions allow, we take the cable car up to Balea Lake (approximately an extra 20 euros per person). You also pay the cable car ticket for the guide to the Sus Monastery.
The cable car operates for at least 10 people.
Tourists have priority over freight shipments.
No cargo is carried on Fridays, Saturdays, or Sundays.
In case of adverse weather conditions, we do not assume responsibility.
In the event of a technical failure, the amount paid will be refunded.
Please keep checking tickets.
Thank you for understanding.
More info about the cable car here!
Tour highlights:
Transfagarasan road - built as a strategic military route, it is the highest (2042m) and most dramatic paved road in Romania. It runs North to South across the highest sections of the Carpathian Mountains. The route connects the historic regions of Transylvania and Wallachia.
Fagaras mountains – the highest mountains of Romania and the Carpathian range with the highest peak, Moldoveanu -2544m.
Balea Lac is a natural glacier lake at 2040m, 360 meters long, 240 meters wide, and 11 meters deep
Balea Waterfall, with its 60-meter height, is one of the most famous waterfalls in Romania.
Important Information
- Your local contact is Active Travel Day Tours on 0040728804952.
- Please note: Complimentary pick-up from Brasov is offered for this tour/activity. If you require this service, you must contact Active Travel Day Tours at
- Locally on 0040728804952
- By email at marian@activetravel.ro
- Please be ready at least 10 minutes before departure time.
Map of visited POI's:
View routeAlexandra Carligeanu Birtu
08.aug.2025
A wonderful trip
On the 31st of July 2025, we visited the Bâlea lake waterfalls, the Bâlea Lake, the Vidraru dam… We then rode on the Transfăgărășan road, saw some bears, and went up to visit the Poenari fortress. The trip with Dan was awesome. He was very friendly and helpful. We were only us 2, my boyfriend Julien and me, and our guide, Dan. He respected our pace and let us discover by ourselves. He simply helped us keep track of the time and drove us around. We had some good discussions and information from him. I appreciated how grounded he was, he talked about the positive and the negative points also which was very rewarding. He was flexible for the pick-up and drop-off point as we were only 2. After this trip which took us all day, we already considered Dan as a friend. We loved everything about this tour and we really loved our guide !Anne Marie
17.sep.2024
Transfagarasan Highway
Fantastic Day trip with Dan and highly recommend this trip.Called into the office the afternoon before looking to book this trip. Initially no drivers available, but office made a few timetable changes and sorted out the trip for me.
Was travelling alone and undertook the trip alone. But felt safe with Dan and the day ran to plan. Excellent safe professional driver. Spoke good English, conversed well along the way and entertained me with his fabulous singing.
Dan brought fresh bread before leaving Braşov and we enjoyed homemade lunch during the day.
A truly fabulous day and the highlight of my trip to Romania.
A trip not to missed.
100% recommend.
J
01.aug.2024
Many places and stories
This was really nice, thank you. Bogdan knows very well the country, and told us a lot about history, culture, politics, religion etc. He always had an answer. We have seen a lot in only one dayMark
16.jul.2024
15/07/2024
Absolutely phenomenal. The scenes were the most beautiful scenes with the chance to walk a bit on the Carpathian mountains around the lake. We even saw some bears as well and poenari fortress. It was a truly amazing experience with a skilled and passionate tour guide thank you for a great day.Elisa
09.aug.2023
The most beautiful day out!
The Transfagarasean Road really lives up to expectations, and was one of the most stunning things we got to do on our visit to Romania! Our guide Zsort really went above and beyond, he was friendly and professional with lots of facts and let us stop in lots of places for pictures. Not only this but at a couple of other stops on the tour that required payment for entry in cash, and we realised we didn’t have enough, he paid for us and let us pay him back! Every stop on the tour was a delight and getting to see 8 bears (including four cubs) was a highlight. Would definitely reccommend!Victor
17.oct.2023
Fantastic tour in Transfagarasan!
The tour hosted by Charlie was absolutely amazing! He is a very experienced and friendly guide for the spots we visited and we feel very safe to ride with him.Charlie speaks very well English although we try to speak some basic greetings in Romanian. He is a very fun guy and we really like chatting with him en route.
We saw bears along the highway that we all very excited but please remember to respect the nature and wildlife by not feeding and disturbing them.
I give it 10/10 if I have to rate the whole trip.
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