Here is your next adventure!

Do you want to explore the best of Romania’s mountains but don’t have the time to put a fabulous trip together? I’ve done it for you! This five-day self-guided trek in the Fagaras Mountains will save you weeks (possibly months) of planning, so that you can jump straight into your adventure! All you need to do is put on your hiking boots, choose your travel dates and book your tickets. Ready to start exploring?

What you will get

⛰️ A roadbook (pdf) with a super detailed itinerary, and everything you need to know for a smooth trip: gpx route files • maps • info about accommodation & transfers to the trailhead • water sources & supplies • bad weather alternatives • health & safety info • language • budget • photos & more
⛰️ Support over the phone & WhatsApp before as well as during your trip: schedule a 30-min phone call before your trip to ask any questions you may have. Call or message me during your trip if you need help (finding a bad weather alternative or booking a taxi for instance)
⛰️ I can also take care of reservations for you. This is an extra service which you can add at checkout

Order your trip here

What to expect

Explore one of the crown jewels of the Carpathians: the Fagaras Mountains! Boasting Romania’s longest ridge and highest peaks, you will experience Romania’s wilderness at its best. After a day of adventure, unwind in a cozy hut and savour Romanian hospitality. Watch the video or check out the gallery below!

Who for?

This trek is suitable for experienced hikers only, meaning you have done a multi-day trek in alpine terrain before. You should be comfortable with technical terrain and be in good physical condition. Here’s a day-to-day breakdown of the hike’s stages, to give you some idea of what you are in for. Please read the factsheet thoroughly before you buy to check whether this trip is suitable for you. Timings are without breaks; actual times will vary from person to person.

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Day One	Travel to trailhead (Sebesu de Sus) by train or private transfer
Day Two	Hike Stage #1 ↔️ 13 km ⬆️ 1040 m 🕙 4 hrs 30 mins
Day Three	Hike Stage #2 ↔️ 14.4 km ⬆️ 1200 m ⬇️ 1100 m 🕙 7 hrs
Day Four	Hike Stage #3 ↔️ 12.6 km ⬆️ 1380 m ⬇️ 860 m 🕙 8 hrs
Day Five	Hike Stage #4 ↔️ 11.3 km ⬆️ 870 m ⬇️ 800 m 🕙 6 hrs
Day Six	Hike Stage #5 ↔️ 22 km ⬆️ 610 m ⬇️ 2080 m 🕙 8 hrs 30 mins
Day Seven	Travel back from Vistisoara to your city of choice by train or private transfer

Roadbook

Here’s a sneak peek of the 15-page roadbook (digital product, pdf) you will receive upon ordering! It contains everything you need to know for a smooth Romania experience, so that you can have the adventure of a lifetime. Gathered by someone who has been in love with Romania for over 20 years!

Pricing

The Self-Guided Trek in the Fagaras Mountains is yours for € 150. This includes personal support over the phone. You have access to the trip for life and will receive updates whenever available. If you like, I can also take care of reservations for you for a moderate fee (accommodation, train or private transfer to the trailhead & away again). See the table below (use the toggle) for an overview of your options. Contact me if you need any other customizations.

Pricing & Add-ons

What you get	What’s inside	Pricing
Five-day self-guided trek package	15-page roadbook (pdf): detailed itinerary • gpx route files • maps • info about accommodation & transfers to the trailhead • water sources & supplies • bad weather alternatives • health & safety info • language • budget • photos & more support over the phone & WhatsApp: 30-min phone call before your trip • call or message me during your trip if you need assistance	€ 150
Add-on (optional): Booking services (accommodation)	I make reservations for you at all six huts & guesthouses. The price mentioned covers my booking fees only; the cost of the accommodation itself is not included and will have to be paid directly to the host.	€ 90
Add-on (optional): Booking services (transfers)	I book two private transfers for you; to the trailhead and away again, from and to any town in Romania. Alternatively, I can book train tickets for you. The price mentioned covers my booking fees only; the cost of transportation is not included and will have to be paid either directly to the transportation service or through me.	€ 30

Terms & Conditions at a glance
⛰️ Please be aware that travel to & from the trailhead, the cost of accommodation, meals and personal expenses are not included in the self-guided hiking package or the booking services.
⛰️ You are responsible for getting your own travel insurance with adequate coverage for adventure sports and air repatriation.
⛰️ You can go on this trip with a group (max. 8 persons), but it is not intended for use by bigger groups, travel agencies or guides.
⛰️ See full Terms & Conditions for details.

Total trip cost

Typically, your entire trip (eight nights) will cost between € 745 – € 990, depending on your choices. Use the toggle below to see a breakdown of the estimated total cost of your trip. Prices are per person unless indicated otherwise. Prices are indicative and may change over time. Prices mentioned are the cheapest offers available; upgrading to a better room, for instance, will involve extra costs.

Cost Breakdown

Cost item	Cost per person	Alternative options & extras
Self-guided trek package	€ 150
Transfers to the trailhead by train [from & to Bucharest]	€ 40
Private transfers to the trailhead [from & to Bucharest]		€ 65 – € 115 depending on your choice of vehicle and number of passengers (€ 450 for a 7-person van / € 340 for a 3-person car)
Taxi to Vistea hc (departure station)	€ 15
Accommodation on trek (six nights in huts&guesthouses)	€ 170
Meals during trek (breakfast, packed lunch, dinner, coffee&tea)	€ 180
Accommodation before & after trek (two nights in guesthouse)	€ 60 – € 75
Meals before & after trek (for two days)	€ 80
Travel insurance	€ 50 – € 100
Booking services: accommodation (optional)		€ 90
Booking services: transfers (optional)		€ 30
Personal expenses	Up to you!
Total	€745 – € 810	€ 875 – € 990

Book your trip now

Order the self-guided hiking package here & I’ll send it to your inbox within five business days. You’ll also receive instructions in your inbox about the next steps!

Take me to the mountains

What’s next?

⛰️ Let me know your preferred travel dates so that I can make sure I’m available to support you.
⛰️ Book your accommodation and public/private transfers to & from the trailhead, or let me do it for you.
⛰️ Set up a video call with me if you need extra support or just have some questions.

Good to know: you can receive support in English or in Dutch! The roadbook is in English, but on request I can provide it in Dutch as well.

About me

I’m Janneke aka the Roamaniac. I fell in love with Romania back in 2005 and have been exploring the country ever since. I have hiked thousands of kilometres in Romania’s mountains, mostly solo, and written a guidebook about them: The Mountains of Romania (Cicerone Press, 2020). I live there part of the year, speak the language, know what works and what doesn’t, and have a lot of local contacts. With 20+ years of Romania experience under my belt, you can rest assured that you will get a seamless Romania experience! I can’t wait to introduce you to Romania!

What others say

“Together with a number of friends, we embarked on a breathtaking journey through the Fagaras Mountains under the warm guidance of Janneke. It was a unique combination of facing the adventure on our own, but with the help of an expert in the background. We thoroughly enjoyed it, and I would like to sincerely thank Janneke for her fantastic guidance. I highly recommend everyone to explore Romania at least once. What a beautiful country. ”
— Jan Hein van der Hoeven

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