Full description
Immerse yourself in the heart of Romanian rural life on a small-group day trip from Brașov to the picturesque mountain villages of Peștera and Măgura, located within Parque Nacional "Piatra Craiului". Enjoy a 3 to 4-hour guided hike surrounded by alpine meadows and dense forests, explore the monumental Peștera Liliecilor (Bats' Cave) with its Jurassic limestone formations, and discover age-old traditions passed down through generations. During the tour, you will visit the national park's oldest guesthouse, sample locally crafted artisanal cheeses, and enjoy a farm-fresh lunch, experiencing firsthand an authentic and healthy mountain lifestyle.
Itinerary:
Departure from Brașov to Peștera: Scenic 45-minute drive by private vehicle into Parque Nacional "Piatra Craiului".
Exploration of Peștera Liliecilor: Visit this protected natural monument, marveling at its non-electrified galleries and unique limestone formations.
Hike Through Peștera and Măgura: Easy-to-moderate guided walk (3–4 hours) along mountain paths, rolling hills, and forests while learning about traditional livestock farming and rural life.
Cheese Tasting & Countryside Lunch: Visit the oldest guesthouse in the park to sample artisanal cheeses and enjoy a traditional lunch made with fresh farm ingredients.
Local Church Visit & Return to Brașov: Leisurely walk back to the vehicle with an optional stop at the village church before the return drive to Brașov.
Read more...
Additional Information
● Please be at the meeting point 15 minutes before the tour starts
● Small group tour option (maximum 8 people, minimum 2 people) or private tour option, depending on the selection made at the time of booking. When booking at the single-person rate, should other guests join the tour, we will refund you the single-traveler difference after the tour
● Route may be changed without notice due to weather conditions
● The cheese tasting and lunch are taking place at one of the guesthouses in the area
● Infant seats unavailable, they must sit on your lap
● Not wheelchair or stroller accessible
● Sturdy and waterproof hiking shoes and warm clothes recommended
Inclusions
✔ Professional guide
✔ Round-trip transport by air-conditioned car or minivan
✔ Visit to the Bat Cave and to the oldest guest house in the National Park
✔ Lunch and cheese tastings
Exclusions
✖ Entrance fees, meals, and drinks unless expressly specified in the tour inclusions
✖ Entrance fees to Piatra Craiului National Park
✖ Pick-up and drop-off at the client’s hotel
✖ Any other service not specified
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the service. Cancellation with less notice or no-show will result in no refund
Meeting point
In front of the "George Barițiu" County Library (Bulevardul Eroilor 33-35, Brașov 500036, Brașov County)