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Hike to Poenari Fortress, Vidraru Dam & Curtea de Argeș Monastery
Hike to Poenari Fortress, Vidraru Dam & Curtea de Argeș Monastery
Private Tour by SUV
For KrisFlyer members only
Private Tour
For KrisFlyer members only
Highlights
We start with a pick-up directly from your hotel and drive 2 hours to Curtea de Argeș, followed by a short stop for coffee, snacks, and a leg stretch.
Next we drive 30 minutes to Poenari Fortress (The Real Dracula's Castle) the ultimate challenge—climbing 1,480 steps (approx. 45 mins) through the forest.
At the top, explore the authentic ruins built by Vlad the Impaler and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views.
After we drive 10 minutes to Vidraru Dam, a massive 1960s engineering marvel and its stunning 16 km long lake, bordering the Făgăraș National Park. Next we’ll enjoy a delicious lunch at Treehouse Village, a charming restaurant hidden in nature.
Note: Keep your eyes open! There is a high chance of spotting wild brown bears safely from the car along this mountain road. On the way bach we stop to Curtea de Argeș Monastery and visit the former capital of Wallachia to see the beautiful royal monastery where Romania’s Kings and Queens are buried.
After we return to Bucharest.
Itinerary
Poenari Citadel
2 hoursAdmission Ticket FreePoenari Fortress, once a strategic stronghold of Vlad the Impaler, the inspiration for Dracula. Perched on a cliff overlooking the Argeș Valley. Here, you’ll not only step back in time but also enjoy one of the most striking views of the Carpathians.Vidraru Dam
1 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeVidraru Dam, one of Romania's engineering marvels. This towering structure, built in the 1960s, holds back the glistening waters of Lake Vidraru and offers a panoramic view of the Făgăraș Mountains.Curtea de Arges Monastery
30 minsAdmission Ticket FreeCurtea de Argeș Monastery, an architectural gem and spiritual heart of Romania. Dating back to the 16th century, this ornate structure is famous for its stunning Byzantine and Renaissance influences. The monastery is also the final resting place of Romanian royalty, adding to its aura of reverence and mystery.
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