Hiking & Trekking Tours & Trips in Transylvania
Serious hikers find several compelling routes through Transylvania's varied terrain. Multi-day walks through Piatra Craiului National Park connect you with Kalibash villages where local families host you in their guesthouses. For those ready for Romania's highest challenges, expert mountain guides lead climbs up Moldoveanu at 2,544m and also Negoiu reaching 2,535m - you'll cross dramatic ridges and pass clear alpine lakes along the way. The Carpathians offer a special mix of walking and wildlife spotting; our groups particularly like evening visits to forest hides where brown bears roam naturally. Cultural routes through the Barza Valley include local horse cart rides between trails and visits to mountain hermitages tucked away from view. Up in the Fagaras range, you'll find serious high-altitude hiking with nights in traditional mountain huts and views that stretch across Romania's most impressive peaks.
10 best hiking & trekking Transylvania tours
Compiled by
MelissaTransylvania travel expert at TourRadar
- Via Transilvanica: 3-Day Hiking Adventure in Transylvania
- Fagaras Mountains trekking tour
- Walking in Transylvania and the Carpathian Mountains
- Retezat Mountains
- Transylvania Winter Walk & Snowshoe
- Hikes in Transylvania
- Transylvania - Wilderness, Nature and Adventure
- Hiking on the Via Transilvanica in TERRA SICULORUM
- Reaching the highest peaks in Romania: Moldoveanu Peak (2544 m) & Negoiu Peak (2535 m)
- Walk in the Carpathian Mountains Self Guided
Duration 3 days Destinations Brasov, Magura, Zarnesti, Bran, Rasnov Age Range Ages 12+ Physical Rating Moderate Distance 40 mi Operator Active Travel From
- US$771
Duration 8 days Destinations Sibiu, Sebesu de Sus, Avrig Lake, Negoiu, Caltun Lake, Laitel, Capra Saddle, Podragu, Vistea Mare, Moldoveanu Age Range Ages 18-60 Operated in English, German Physical Rating Heart-pumping Distance 66 mi Operator Pernes Arin From
- US$838
Duration 8 days Destinations Brasov, Rasnov, Bran, Moeciu de Sus, Magura, Piatra Craiului, Zarnesti, Bucharest, Sibiu Age Range Ages 16+ Physical Rating Moderate Distance 256 mi Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From
- US$1,675
Duration 9 days Destinations Cluj-Napoca, Cabana Pietrele, Vf. Retezat, Lacul Bucura, Peleaga Age Range Ages 18-60 Operated in English, German Physical Rating Heart-pumping Distance 209 mi Operator Pernes Arin From
- US$838
Snow-covered trails and historic sites create a winter wonderland in Transylvania. Daily excursions mix snowshoeing and wildlife tracking with visits to medieval landmarks, all from a cozy mountain base.
Duration 8 days Destinations Bucharest, Magura, Pestera, Vulcan, Brasov, Bran, Piatra Craiului Age Range Ages 16+ Physical Rating Easy Distance 219 mi Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From
- US$2,265
Mountain paths and medieval streets create a tapestry of adventure across Transylvania. Hikers alternate between scenic trails and historic towns, while local traditions bring the region's culture to life.
Duration 9 days Destinations Bucharest, Predeal, Sinaia, Bucegi Natural Park, Zarnesti, Vulcan, Bran, Brasov, Moșna, BaznaSee all destinations Operated in Only: German Physical Rating Moderate Distance 658 mi Operator Gebeco From
- US$1,761
No departure dates availableDuration 11 days Destinations Sibiu, Paltinis, Sibiel, Biertan, Brateiu, Malancrav, Sighisoara, Viscri, Carta, Sambata de SusSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in Only: German Physical Rating Easy Distance 360 mi Operator DIAMIR Erlebnisreisen 
A cultural trek through Transylvania weaves together UNESCO sites and traditional villages. Local families share their hospitality and authentic cuisine while medieval architecture stands proudly against the mountainous backdrop.
No departure dates availableDuration 8 days Destinations Sibiu, Praid, Daia, Archita, Sighisoara Age Range Ages 18+ Operated in English, German Physical Rating Moderate Distance 240 mi Operator Carpathian Travel Center 
Hike the 50-kilometer main ridge of the Făgăraș Mountains in the Carpathian range, reaching Romania's highest peak Moldoveanu at 2,544 meters and the second-highest Negoiu at 2,535 meters. The route includes the chain-secured La trei pași de moarte (Three Steps from Death) passage between Portiţa Arpașului and Arpașu Mic peaks at 2,461 meters, crossing alpine lakes including Lacul Bâlea and Lacul Capra.
No departure dates availableDuration 8 days Destinations Sibiu, Cartisoara, Negoiu, Podragu, Moldoveanu, Curtea de Arges, Cozia Age Range Ages 18+ Operated in English, German Distance 237 mi Operator Carpathian Travel Center Walk in the Carpathian Mountains Self Guided
“Delicious meals. Great views. Good challenge.”
Marcel, traveled in June
No departure dates availableDuration 8 days Destinations Bucharest, Zarnesti, Bran, Piatra Craiului, Bucegi Natural Park Age Range Ages 18+ Distance 187 mi Operator Romania Active
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