Could you please advise on the likelihood of seeing wild brown bears in Romania on this tour? Additionally, if this is an optional activity, could you provide details regarding any additional fees? Lastly, could you outline the inclusions and exclusions of this tour?

Almost half of mainland Europe's brown bear population resides in Romania's Carpathian region. There will be a visit in the largest brown bear sanctuary in Europe and the possibility to join a bear-watching evening with a forester (organized and paid locally).

I was wondering if it would be possible to join you for this trip if I was arriving two days late? There are two of us who would like to come.

If you'd like to join the tour a couple of days late, that is possible! Just keep in mind that our base for the week, Villa Hermani in the remote village of Magura, is about 3+ hours from Bucharest Airport. You're welcome to make your own way there, or we can arrange a private transfer from Bucharest Airport to Magura for USD $350.

How many people on the tour and how many guides. Average distance traveled per day

We have up to 16 people in every group with one expert guide. Walking times will vary from half to full days. There are numerous uphill sections on paths and tracks with walking distances up to 12mi (20km). Optional longer walks are sometimes available.

What are the daily mi/km for this trip, and the elevation?

Walking days for the tour and distance walked: Day 2: 12 km / 7.5 miles. Day 3: 10 km / 6.2 miles. Day 4: 13 km / 8.1 miles. Day 6: 18 km / 11.2 miles. Day 7: 7 km / 4.3 miles. Altitude maximum: 5,941ft (1,811m); average: 4,265ft (1,300m).

What level of fitness is required for this trip? Are paths steep and uphill? Or are they more level. How many hours hiking each day. As this trip is suitable for up to 99 years old (!!) compared with other tours you offer which are only suitable for up to 59 years old, I am checking my fitness levels for this trip.

In terms of difficulty, walking times will vary from half to full days. There are numerous uphill sections on paths and tracks with walking distances up to 12mi (20km). Optional longer walks are sometimes available. The trip goes up to altitudes of almost 6,560ft (2,000m), so reasonable fitness levels are required. The exact trails, lengths and difficulties may be adapted according to the weather, trail conditions and group fitness.

Does your company require individuals to be vaccinated for COVID-19? What's the average age for the group for this particular trip within this year? Do you have many solo travellers on your trips?

Currently, there are no COVID-19 restrictions in Romania and you can travel in there regardless of your vaccination status. For the 10th of September departure we have six solo travellers and two couples with ages between 37 and 74. For the 1st of October departure we currently have 3 people booked on with ages between 59 and 70. Exodus welcomes solo travellers on all our adult holidays; in fact, approximately 50% of our travellers go it alone.

Would it be possible to be dropped in Bucharest rather than at the airport on day 8?

On the last day of the trip the transfer would only bring you back to the airport (we wouldn't drop you in the city) so you would need to make your own way to the airport to meet the group when they arrive at 20:05. On the last day of the trip the transfer would only bring you back to the airport (we wouldn't drop you in the city) so you would need to make your own way.

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Day 1
Magura
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Piatra Craiului National Park
Day 2
Magura to Bran
Magura to Bran
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- Welcome briefing
- Hike through flower meadows to Bran
- Visit to Bran commune
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- Bran Castle guided tour (ticket not included)
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Day 3
Magura
Magura
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- Hike around Magura landscape
- Brown bear watching in forest hide
Day 4
Magura to Sirnea
Magura to Sirnea
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- Hike to Sirnea shepherd village
- Shepherd's meal lunch in the meadows
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Magura to Brasov
Magura to Brasov
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Breakfast
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- Guided tour of Brasov highlights
- Leisure exploration of Brasov city centre
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Magura to Vulcan
Magura to Vulcan
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- Visit LiBearty brown bear sanctuary
- Gentle hike to Vulcan village
- Visit fortified Lutheran church in Vulcan
- Coffee, tea and cake at the church
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Vulcan Fortified Lutheran Church
Day 7
Magura
Magura
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Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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- Hike through Zarnesti Gorge
- Climb to Curmatura Cabin at 4,820ft (1,470m)
- Optional summit of Piatra Mica at 5,941ft (1,811m)
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Curmatura Cabin
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Piatra Craiului
Day 8
Magura
Magura
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LiBearty Brown Bear Sanctuary
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Deborah3.0•July 2026
Not really a “walking tour”. Full on mountain hiking with some very difficult climbs. The bear experience was...
Not really a “walking tour”. Full on mountain hiking with some very difficult climbs. The bear experience was wonderful.Show more
Traveled in July 2026
Reply from: Exodus Adventure Travels
Thank you for your feedback, Deborah. We're glad you enjoyed the bear experience. We appreciate your comments on the hiking difficulty, and feedback like yours helps us continue to improve how we describe trip grading and activity levels. - Exodus Adventure Travels
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Jorge
Asked on August 12th, 2025
Could you please advise on the likelihood of seeing wild brown bears in Romania on this tour? Additionally, if this is an optional activity, could you provide details regarding any additional fees? Lastly, could you outline the inclusions and exclusions of this tour?
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Tour Details
- Exodus Adventure TravelsOperator•Written August 2025
  Almost half of mainland Europe's brown bear population resides in Romania's Carpathian region. There will be a visit in the largest brown bear sanctuary in Europe and the possibility to join a bear-watching evening with a forester (organized and paid locally).
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Diane
Asked on April 23rd, 2025
I was wondering if it would be possible to join you for this trip if I was arriving two days late? There are two of us who would like to come.
Tour Details
Travel Support
- Exodus Adventure TravelsOperator•Written April 2025
  If you'd like to join the tour a couple of days late, that is possible! Just keep in mind that our base for the week, Villa Hermani in the remote village of Magura, is about 3+ hours from Bucharest Airport. You're welcome to make your own way there, or we can arrange a private transfer from Bucharest Airport to Magura for USD $350.
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Chloe
Asked on June 10th, 2024
How many people on the tour and how many guides. Average distance traveled per day
Group size
Tour Details
- Exodus Adventure TravelsOperator•Written June 2024
  We have up to 16 people in every group with one expert guide. Walking times will vary from half to full days. There are numerous uphill sections on paths and tracks with walking distances up to 12mi (20km). Optional longer walks are sometimes available.
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Carole
Asked on April 18th, 2024
What are the daily mi/km for this trip, and the elevation?
Tour Details
- Exodus Adventure TravelsOperator•Written April 2024
  Walking days for the tour and distance walked: Day 2: 12 km / 7.5 miles. Day 3: 10 km / 6.2 miles. Day 4: 13 km / 8.1 miles. Day 6: 18 km / 11.2 miles. Day 7: 7 km / 4.3 miles. Altitude maximum: 5,941ft (1,811m); average: 4,265ft (1,300m).
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Morgan
Asked on September 4th, 2023
What level of fitness is required for this trip? Are paths steep and uphill? Or are they more level. How many hours hiking each day. As this trip is suitable for up to 99 years old (!!) compared with other tours you offer which are only suitable for up to 59 years old, I am checking my fitness levels for this trip.
Age Range
Tour Details
- Exodus Adventure TravelsOperator•Written September 2023
  In terms of difficulty, walking times will vary from half to full days. There are numerous uphill sections on paths and tracks with walking distances up to 12mi (20km). Optional longer walks are sometimes available. The trip goes up to altitudes of almost 6,560ft (2,000m), so reasonable fitness levels are required. The exact trails, lengths and difficulties may be adapted according to the weather, trail conditions and group fitness.
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Paula
Asked on August 20th, 2022
Does your company require individuals to be vaccinated for COVID-19? What's the average age for the group for this particular trip within this year? Do you have many solo travellers on your trips?
Age Range
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- Exodus Adventure TravelsOperator•Written August 2022
  Currently, there are no COVID-19 restrictions in Romania and you can travel in there regardless of your vaccination status. For the 10th of September departure we have six solo travellers and two couples with ages between 37 and 74. For the 1st of October departure we currently have 3 people booked on with ages between 59 and 70. Exodus welcomes solo travellers on all our adult holidays; in fact, approximately 50% of our travellers go it alone.
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  Paula
  Traveler•Written August 2022
  Are there any requirements regarding COVID-19 to join your tours? For the 1st October trip, you currently have a discount on your website. How long will that discount be available?
- Exodus Adventure TravelsOperator•Written August 2022
  Exodus requires all those travelling on group holidays to have had a vaccine or negative COVID test – known as 'COVID-Clear' status. The promo with £ 1,179 is available only for the 1st of October departure.
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  Paula
  Traveler•Written August 2022
  How long will the Exodus 'COVID-Clear' be in effect?
- Exodus Adventure TravelsOperator•Written August 2022
  This will be in effect for the foreseeable future.
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Nicole
Asked on January 1st, 2017
Would it be possible to be dropped in Bucharest rather than at the airport on day 8?
Other
- Exodus Adventure TravelsOperator•Written January 2017
  On the last day of the trip the transfer would only bring you back to the airport (we wouldn't drop you in the city) so you would need to make your own way to the airport to meet the group when they arrive at 20:05.
  
  On the last day of the trip the transfer would only bring you back to the airport (we wouldn't drop you in the city) so you would need to make your own way.

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