Day Trip to Piatra Craiului mountains & main ridge or optional routes

Tour info

Duration
6 hours - 10 hours
Group Size
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Meeting Point
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Why take this tour?

Spend a memorable day trip from Brasov to Piatra Craiului, one of the most challenging massifs in Romania. Together with a specialized mountain guide, you will climb on the main ridge or, depending on your physical condition, you will choose one of the optional routes available. In the morning, your guide will pick you up from your hotel in Brasov. After a short transfer to Zarnesti, you will reach the starting point. The hike begins with a moderate ascent through a beech forest. Once arrived in Zanoaga meadow, you will see the amazing views of Bucegi mountains and the main ridge of Piatra Craiului mountains. You will continue on an easy trail to Curmatura Chalet, the highest situated hut in this massif, at 1470 meters. Once arrived at the chalet, you will choose one of the trails that lead to the main ridge, to the Ascutit peak (2150 m) or choose another route that best suits your fitness level and experience. Any option you choose, your guide will take good care of your safety.

What’s included?

  • National Park entrance fee

  • Specialized mountain guide

  • Pick up and drop off

  • Air-conditioned vehicle

  • Entry/Admission - Piatra Craiului National Park

  • Necessary mountain gear

  • Food & water or drinks

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 6-10 hours

  • Mobile tickets accepted

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

NeoTour Brasov

About operator:

NeoTour Brasov is located in the city of Brasov, in the middle of Romania. We specialise in active holidays: cycling, hiking, trekking, rafting, rock-climbing, ski-touring, BEAR WATCHING. We also offer cultural tours and day trips in Transylvania, multi-day tours and we are happy to help you personalise your stay in Romania. If you visit Brasov during winter please make sure to check our beautiful ski tours. If you're looking for lesser-known activities, check our foraging tour, the star-gazing night or our cooking lessons. Outside Romania we do mountaineering on high mountains (Elbrus, Aconcagua, Toubkal, sailing, scuba diving. Come discover Transylvania with us!

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