Major Romanian cities: All Tours & Day Trips

Major Romanian cities: All Tours & Day Trips

Planning a visit in Romania? Start from here!
Besides the capital, Bucharest, other major tourist cities in our country include Cluj-Napoca, Sibiu, Brasov and Timisoara. Most of these cities have airports and are very well connected. Around them you'll find lots of attractions and the best things to do in Romania!
We found the friendliest local guides passionate about their hometowns and regions, eager to share with you the history of their city and beauty of Romanian culture! Have a look at all the tours and day trips from major Romanian cities we handpicked for you or check out each city to match your plans:
Photo tour in Romania

Photography Tour of Romania: Traditional Villages & Local Life

Start from: Brasov

  • photography
  • local life
  • traditional
  • landscapes
  • countryside
With: Vlad
13
€70/person
Heading to the mysterious round clearing

A Day Trip in Romania's Haunted Forest: Hoia Baciu

Start from: Cluj-Napoca

  • unique
  • outdoor
  • paranormal
  • nature
With: Alex
13
€50/person
Hoia Baciu Haunted Forest Tour

A Night Tour of Hoia Baciu Haunted Forest

Start from: Cluj - Napoca

  • spooky
  • by night
  • outdoor
  • woodlands
  • unique
With: Alex
13
€60/person
St. Michael church, Unirii Square

Short Walk & Talk about Cluj-Napoca with a Local

Start from: Cluj-Napoca

  • with locals
  • street food
  • history
  • culture
  • photography
With: Florin
45
€20/person
Iezer Papusa

Hike to Glacial Lakes in the Wild Carpathian Mts

Start from: Bucharest

  • wild Romania
  • landscapes
  • challenging hike
  • off the beaten path
With: Dan
2
€135/person
wild bear watching at the hide

Short Bear Watching Experience from Brasov

Start from: Brasov

  • unique experience
  • bears and wildlife
  • safe observation
  • photography
  • 3-4 hours
With: Simona
36
€45/person
Bran (Dracula) Castle tour Bucharest

Private Day Trip to Brasov Old Town, Bran (Dracula) and Peles Castle

Start from: Bucharest

  • major landmarks
  • 2 cities
  • 2 castles
  • history
  • no vampires!
With: Bogdan
11
€160/person
Vacaresti Natural Park (photo credit Helmut Ignat)

Vacaresti Natural Park: the Newest Urban Delta

Start from: Bucharest

  • urban delta
  • wildlife photography
  • ecotourism
  • new attraction!
  • nature walk
With: Stefan
3
€29/person
The Parliament building

Bucharest Getaways: Mogosoaia Palace & Snagov Lake

Start from: Bucharest

  • half-day
  • major landmarks
  • by car
  • city getaways
  • nature
With: Bogdan
11
€109/person
City tour of Timisoara

Guided Walking Tour of Timisoara: History & Main Sights

Start from: Timisoara

  • essential
  • walking tour
  • architecture
  • major landmarks
  • local history
With: Mark-Alex
€20/person
The ridge of Fagaras Mountains

3-day Hiking & Wildlife Trip at a Mountain Cabin in Fagaras Mts.

Start from: Zarnesti or Podu Dambovitei

  • eco-friendly trip
  • conservation non-profit
  • mountaineering
  • wild animals
  • responsible tourism
  • photography
With: Simona
3
€250/person
Bucharest street food tour

Bucharest Street Food Tour: Farmers' Markets & Hidden Streets

Start from: University Square

  • cultural shock
  • local life
  • food & drinks tasting
  • communist areas
  • La Belle Epoque
With: Doru
15
€61/person
Visit Transfagarasan Highway

Road trip on Transfagarasan Highway

Start from: Bucharest

  • must-see
  • great nature
  • Vidraru Lake
  • history
  • landscapes
With: Bogdan
11
€149/person
Hiking trip in Apuseni Carpathians

2 Day Hiking in Apuseni Natural Park: Culture & Local Life

Start from: Cluj-Napoca or Sibiu

  • responsible tourism
  • ethnographic area
  • local food
  • natural wonders
  • old crafts and traditions
  • disconnect
With: Iancu
€240/person
Hiking in Apuseni Natural Park

1 or 2-day Hiking Tour from Cluj: Wild Trails in Apuseni Natural Park

Start from: Cluj-Napoca

  • hidden nature
  • 'outlaws'
  • zip-line
  • tour extension
  • village life
With: Radu
8
€75/person
Wine tasting tour in Romania

The Wine Tour of Romania: Cellars, Manors & Wine Tasting

Start from: Bucharest

  • best wines of Romania
  • local food
  • history & culture
  • village life
  • landscapes
With: Alina
5
€160/person
Casino Palace Constanta

The Black Sea Calling: Day Trip to Constanta & Mamaia Beach

Start from: Bucharest

  • sea views
  • free time
  • history
  • fish food
  • gondola ride
With: Alina
5
€120/person
casa poporului

Complete Bucharest Communism Tour: Palace of Parliament & Ceausescu's Home

Start from: Bucharest

  • 'must see'
  • inside tour
  • history
  • unique sights
  • 3-4 hours
With: Alina
5
€85/person
Ochiul Beiului lake tour

Magical Hike in Nera-Beusnita National Park to Ochiul Beiului Lake

Start from: Timisoara

  • 1-day
  • natural wonders
  • Roman tunnels
  • local life
  • Habsburg legacy
With: Liviu
4
€100/person
Hike natural reserve Cluj Napoca

Hike to a Unique Natural Reserve in Apuseni Mountains

Start from: Cluj-Napoca

  • great outdoors
  • village life
  • responsible tourism
  • natural beauty
With: Iancu
€70/person
Colibita Lake tour

The Fairytale Colibita Lake: Hike or Bike on a 2-Day Trip

Start from: Cluj-Napoca

  • wild nature
  • cleanest air
  • disconnect
  • photography
  • local legends
With: Radu
8
€195/person
Piatra Craiului National Park

1 or 2 Day Hiking Tour in Piatra Craiului National Park

Start from: Brasov

  • national park
  • Zarnesti Gorge
  • local villages
  • superb views
  • private hike
With: Marian
30
€60/person
Turda Gorge hiking trip

Hiking and Via Ferrata Experience in Turda Gorge

Start from: Cluj-Napoca

  • adventure
  • mountaineering
  • protected area
  • Turda Salt Mine included
With: Radu
8
€75/person
ready to ride

Bike & Wine Tasting Trip in Bucharest Countryside

Start from: Dealu Mare wine area (or Bucharest)

  • Dealu Mare region
  • premium wines
  • local life
  • countryside
  • picturesque
With: Oana
2
€110/person
MTB Tour Brasov

Mountain Bike Tour to the BEST Viewpoint of Brasov

Start from: Brasov

  • half-day
  • adventure
  • nature
  • landscapes
  • some history!
With: Marius
2
€50/person
7 stairs Canyon tour

Hiking Trip to the Spectacular 7 Stairs Canyon

Start from: Brasov

  • unique attraction
  • up-close experience
  • adventure
  • natural beauty
  • short trip
With: Marian
30
€30/person
The Old City Center

Discover Brasov through the Eyes of a Photographer

Start from: Brasov

  • photography
  • urban
  • hidden gems
  • with locals
  • landscape
With: Vlad
13
€30/person
Corvin Castle Tour

Sibiu Day Trip to Corvin (Hunyadi) Castle & Alba Iulia Citadel

Start from: Sibiu

  • GROUP TOUR
  • medieval history
  • must-see sights
  • Romanian landscapes
  • tour extension
With: Adela
38
€78/person
Hiking Tranfagarasan Highway

2-day Hiking Tour in Romania's Fagaras Mountains

Start from: Brasov (pick-up)

  • Transfagarasan Highway
  • Poenari Castle
  • mountaineering
  • adventure
  • landscapes
With: Marian
30
€270/person
Bike tour in Bucharest

Panoramic Bike Tour of Bucharest

Start from: Bucharest

  • 'must see' sights
  • healthy
  • safe biking
  • sightseeing
  • active
With: Oana
2
€65/person
Fagaras Mountains

Private Hike Romania's Most Famous Massif: Fagaras Mountains

Start from: Brasov

  • 1-day
  • Transfagarasan Road
  • 2,400m views
  • breathtaking views
  • a good hike
With: Marian
30
€90/person
Hit the spot!

The Complete Carpathian Mountain Bike Tour: Bears & Trails

Start from: Brașov

  • 2-day
  • Piatra Craiului Park
  • Zarnesti Gorge
  • Libearty Bear Sanctuary
  • local food
  • adventure
With: Marius
2
€360/person
7 stairs Canyon tour

Hiking Day Trip: 7 Stairs Canyon & Castles Sightseeing

Start from: Bucharest

  • natural wonder
  • customisable
  • Bran/Brasov/Peles
  • adventure
  • 'must-see' sights
  • full day
With: Bogdan
11
€150/person
Dacian ruins tour

Corvin Castle and the Mystic Dacian Ruins at Sarmisegetusza

Start from: Timisoara

  • 1-day
  • ancient history
  • UNESCO
  • Densus Church
  • 'must see' sights
With: Mark-Alex
€85/person
Viscri tour

UNESCO Sites of Romania: Viscri & Sighisoara Citadel Day Trip

Start from: Brasov

  • historic
  • cultural
  • UNESCO
  • countryside
  • local life
With: Marian
30
€50/person
pic

Bucharest Secret Retreat: Bike Tour to Snagov Forest & Lake

Start from: Bucharest

  • green oasis
  • active
  • fresh air
  • hidden attraction
  • kayak
With: Oana
2
€115/person
Bran Castle

Brasov Day Trip: Bran Castle, Peles Castle & more!

Start from: Brasov

  • day trip
  • medieval history
  • local life
  • top attractions
  • landscapes
With: Marian
30
€70/person
Transfagarasan Highway Tour from Sibiu

Transfagarasan Highway Tour: The Best Road in the World!

Start from: Sibiu

  • top attraction
  • Fagaras Mts
  • Clay Castle
  • photography
  • Ice Hotel
With: Adela
38
€70/person
Corvin Castle tour Cluj-Napoca

History Day Trip: Corvin Castle & Alba Iulia Citadel

Start from: Cluj-Napoca

  • medieval
  • Romanian history
  • landscapes
  • 'must see' sights
  • full day
With: Florin
45
€85/person
Sibiu guided tour

Guided Walking Tour of Bohemian Sibiu with a Native

Start from: Sibiu

  • urban
  • history
  • with locals
  • major city
  • interesting
With: Adela
38
€22/person
Sighisoara tour from Sibiu

Medieval Heritage of Transylvania: Sighisoara Citadel & Fortified Villages

Start from: Sibiu

  • UNESCO
  • Biertan
  • historic landmarks
  • photography
  • countryside life
With: Adela
38
€70/person
Sibiu Countryside tour

Day Trip: Village Life in Sibiu Countryside

Start from: Sibiu

  • eco-tourism
  • traditional villages
  • Transylvania
  • rural culture
  • picturesque
With: Adela
38
€65/person
Village Life in Apuseni Mountains

Picturesque Hiking Trails: Apuseni Natural Park & Rural Village Life

Start from: Cluj-Napoca

  • natural beauty
  • photography
  • traditional villages
  • delicious lunch
  • meet locals
With: Iancu
€80/person
Get to know local customs

Photo tour in Transylvanian Highlands: Villages & Views

Start from: Brasov

  • unique experience
  • UNESCO
  • landscapes
  • rural life
With: Vlad
13
€80/person
Bigar Waterfall

Hotspots around Timisoara: Bigar Waterfall & Oravita-Anina Steam Train

Start from: Timisoara

  • 'must see'
  • spectacular scenery
  • local life
  • slow travel
  • wonders of nature
With: Mark-Alex
€85/person

Essential Walking Tour of Bucharest: Old Town & Revolution Square

Start from: Bucharest

  • 'must see'
  • major landmarks
  • 3 hours
  • history
  • street culture
With: Doru
15
€32/person
Brasov city tour

Guided Walking Tour of Brasov: Major Sights & Medieval History

Start from: Brasov

  • essential
  • major sights
  • history lesson
  • street food
  • local life
  • off-the-beaten path
With: Marian
30
€25/person
Bucharest nightlife tour

Bucharest Nightlife Tour: Craft Beer & Hip Bars

Start from: Bucharest

  • off-the-beaten path
  • drinks & food
  • local experience
  • city history
  • major sights
With: Doru
15
€54/person
Best of Transylvania Tour

3-Day Best of Transylvania Tour: Brasov, Sighisoara, Bran & Viscri

Start from: Bucharest

  • top attractions
  • UNESCO
  • countryside
  • culture & local life
  • customize
With: Bogdan
11
€519/person
Street food tour Sibiu

Sites & Bites of Sibiu: Street Food, Ciorba & Specialty Coffee

Start from: Sibiu

  • local life
  • sightseeing
  • off-the-beaten path
  • everyday Romanians
  • local products
With: Adela
38
€50/person
Day tour in Romanian mountain villages

Day Trip to Traditional Mountain Villages: Magura & Pestera

Start from: Brasov

  • easy hike
  • rural culture
  • cheese tasting
  • superb scenery
  • eco-tourism
With: Marian
30
€65/person
Transylvania bike trails

2-Day Transylvania Bike Trails Tour: Viscri & Saxon Villages

Start from: Brasov

  • responsible tourism
  • local life
  • Viscri
  • UNESCO
  • countryside
With: Marius
2
€245/person
pelicans

2-Day Danube Delta & Birdwatching Tour from Bucharest

Start from: Bucharest

  • UNESCO
  • responsible tourism
  • 2-day
  • Constanta
  • with locals
  • photo
With: Alina
5
€380/person
Cluj-Napoca food tour

Cluj-Napoca Food Tour: Food Markets, Regional Dishes and Coffee Culture

Start from: Cluj-Napoca

  • local experience
  • Transylvanian food
  • great coffee
  • food blogger guide
With: Mihai
€50/person
Street Art and Architecture Tour of Bucharest

Street Art & Beautiful Decay

Start from: Bucharest

  • urban culture
  • architecture
  • street art
  • off-the-beaten path
  • history
With: Doru
15
€54/person
Romania shared group tour

10-Day Best of Romania Small Group Tour 2021

Start from: Bucharest

  • complete Romanian experience
  • historic landmarks
  • UNESCO culture
  • local life
  • traditional food
  • bears!
With: Bogdan
11
€1500/person
Agrotourism in Transylvania stay

3-days of Agro-Tourism in Transylvania at a Local Farm

Start from: Cobor or Brasov

  • countryside
  • rural farm
  • village life
  • organic food
  • disconnect
  • responsible tourism
With: Gabriela
1
€120/person
The manor we will be visiting

UNESCO Pottery Workshop & Oltenia Countryside Tour

Start from: Bucharest

  • UNESCO
  • workshop
  • take home souvenir
  • countryside
  • local food
  • responsible tourism
With: Ioana
2
€166/person
Brasov walking tour

Brasov Day Trip: Hike, Mountain Villages, Bears & Bran Castle!

Start from: Sibiu

  • picturesque
  • medieval
  • bears!
  • flexible
With: Adela
38
€75/person
Bucharest Pub Crawls

Pub Crawling & Bar Hopping in Bucharest Old Town

Start from: Lipscani street

  • group tour
  • every weekend
  • nightlife
  • good fun
With: Razvan
€15/person
The beautiful entrance towards Turda Gorges

Bike to a Beautiful Natural Gorge & Turda Salt Mine

Start from: Cluj - Napoca

  • major attractions
  • easy bike ride
  • natural beauty
  • healthy
With: Szabolcs
4
€120/person
Hiking tour Bucegi

1 or 2-day Hiking Trip in Bucegi Mountains

Start from: Bucharest OR Brasov

  • the Sphinx
  • challenge
  • views
  • 2-day extension
With: Dan
2
€140/person
Timisoara Bike tour

Timisoara on Bike - the full city experience!

Start from: Timisoara

  • easy 3h
  • history
  • architecture
  • native guide
With: Liviu
4
€30/person
Bucharest communism museum

Museum of Communism: A Time-Capsule of Ordinary Lives

Start from: Bucharest

  • unique
  • history
  • authentic
  • food & drink
  • souvenir
With: Raluca
€35/person
Transylvania tour from Cluj-Napoca

3-Day Transylvania Tour: Cities, Sights & Local Life

Start from: Cluj-Napoca

  • top attractions
  • flexible itinerary
  • castles
  • local life
  • history
With: Florin
€420/person
The Brown Bear (Ursus arctos) is the largest predator from the Carpathians.

Hiking & Wildlife Tracking Trip in the Carpathians

Start from: Podu Dambovitei or Brasov

  • wildlife
  • protected area
  • adventure
  • eco-tourism
  • NGO tour
With: Simona
3
€80/person
Guided tour in Maramures

2-Day Trip in Maramures: UNESCO Wooden Churches & Village Life

Start from: Cluj-Napoca

  • UNESCO
  • local food
  • responsible tourism
  • village life
  • 'must see'
  • Mocanita Steam Train
With: Florin
45
€250/person
Hiking day trip from Timisoara

Hiking Tour from Timisoara to Remote Villages & Cernei Valley Natural Park

Start from: Timisoara

  • responsible tourism
  • natural park
  • village life
  • lunch with locals
  • hiking
  • thermal bath
With: Flavia
5
€120/person
Carpathian Mountains hike

The Most Spectacular Hike in the Romanian Carpathians

Start from: Bucharest

  • unique sights
  • medium hike
  • landscapes
  • best of Carpathian Mts.
With: Dan
2
€130/person
Day tour from Cluj to Sighisoara

Tour of Transylvania's Countryside: Sighisoara Citadel & Fortified Villages

Start from: Cluj-Napoca

  • UNESCO
  • Transylvania
  • medieval history
  • countryside
  • 'must see' sights
With: Florin
45
€85/person
Turda Salt Mine Tour Cluj-Napoca

Cluj Top Attractions: Turda Salt Mine, Alba Iulia Citadel & Rimetea Village

Start from: Cluj-Napoca (pick-up)

  • unique sights
  • history of Romania
  • village life
  • landscapes
  • folk culture
  • healthy!
With: Florin
45
€80/person
Hiking tour from Bucharest

Bran Castle & Hike in Piatra Craiului National Park

Start from: Bucharest

  • top attractions
  • natural park
  • landscapes
  • hiking
  • local food
With: Dan
2
€130/person
Horse ridding trip in Transylvania, Romania

2-days Horse Riding in the Hills of Transylvania at a Local Ranch

Start from: Sinca Noua; pick-up available

  • countryside
  • experienced riders
  • 3-day package
  • local food
  • all-inclusive
With: Christoph
2
€185/person
In front of the Palace of Parliament, Ceausescu's masterpiece

The Communist Heritage: Megalomania & Weird Names

Start from: Bucharest

  • walking tour
  • history
  • Romanian life
  • 3h
  • 'must see'
With: Stefan
3
€29/person
Decebal Statue Tour

Timisoara Day trip to Danube Gorge & King Decebal Statue

Start from: Timisoara

  • Danube Gorge
  • Decebal Statue
  • hiking
  • thermal bath
  • river cruise
With: Flavia
5
€120/person
The region of Bukovina

8-Day Complete Tour of Traditional Maramures & Bucovina

Start from: Cluj-Napoca, Timisoara or Bucharest

  • 8 days
  • full immersion
  • local life
  • UNESCO
  • local crafts
  • great food
With: Flavia
5
€1100/person
Sunset near Manastireni

Bike Tour & Ethnographic Exploration in Villages around Cluj

Start from: Cluj - Napoca

  • bike ride
  • countryside
  • local culture
  • ethnography
  • ethnic minority
With: Szabolcs
4
€120/person
Szekler's Stone

Hike to the Top in the Most Beautiful Village around Cluj

Start from: Cluj - Napoca

  • day trip
  • easy hike
  • meet the locals
  • landscape
  • photography
With: Szabolcs
4
€85/person
Good fun in Baiului Mountains

Castle Tour & Hiking with Great Views in Prahova Valley

Start from: Bucharest

  • top attractions
  • castles & history
  • hiking
  • landscapes
  • photography
With: Dan
2
€130/person
Our luxury mountain lodge

3 Days Hiking & Wildlife Experience at an Eco-Luxury Mountain Cabin

Start from: Podu Dambovitei

  • eco-luxury cabin
  • all-included
  • conservation NGO
  • responsible eco-tourism
  • unique experience
With: Simona
3
€350/person