Bucharest is Romania’s capital and the nation’s centre of cultural and economic life. Founded more than 500 years ago, it is the natural starting point for visits to the country.
The varied history of Romania has led to a distinct appearance in the buildings throughout the centuries, varying from neo-classical, Art Deco, Bauhaus, Soviet, and modern, which gives the city very different characteristics in different sections. During the 1930s its tree-lined boulevards and ‘fin de siècle’ architecture gave it the nickname ‘Little Paris’.
With cold winters and warm summers, the seasonal changes across Bucharest transform the city at different times of the year. Noted for its many parks, lakes, and botanical garden, Bucharest is also home to plenty of museums, art galleries, shopping centres, and artisanal markets.
There are numerous trekking routes covering Romania's Carpathian Mountains, offering point to point trekking. This trip also includes river rafting, the medieval town of Brasov and Dracula's Bran Castle.
Combining wildlife, mountains, rafting, and history, this adventure through the heart of Romania and the stunning Carpathian Mountains offers a unique view of Eastern Europe.
This multi-activity trip takes you to the summit of the highest peak in Romania, then back down to explore the village of Bran and its famous castle, before setting off on a two day kayak excursion.