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Tailored to your interests, a bespoke travel experience.
Combines the hallmarks of any B&R itinerary (excellent hotels and beautiful routes) with the freedom of pacing each day exactly the way you like.
Throughout the day, a knowledgeable local guide provides insider access and expert tips. At night, you can explore and dine on your own.
Our B&R guides are with you throughout, anticipating needs, translating languages, providing advice and—above all—facilitating fun.
We use premium hotels that are unique expressions of the region. Often they’ve had a previous life as a monastery or a castle, but in every case they offer an exceptionally comfortable stay.
These are stylish 4-star properties that offer a casual and comfortable stay. Often without a 24-hour concierge or room service, they tend to be smaller family-run hotels that are perfect for the region.
“I can’t say I really ‘work out,’ but I’m in good shape and am relatively active.”
“I enjoy a good walk or ride, and feel comfortable while on the move.”
“I get moving at least once a week, and don’t mind a little sweat.”
“I get moving a few times per week and enjoy some exertion.”
“I want to feel invigorated each day and going hard is how I like to do that.”
A gathering of limestone ridges and old-growth trees peppered with fortified churches and traditional farms—wandering the pastoral scenes of Romania is a delight. The Carpathian mountains form a horseshoe ring around the Transylvania region, where European brown bears, foxes and other woodland denizens reside in its beech forests and wildflower meadows. As you wander the countryside paths between Bucharest and Sibiu, you’ll come across delightful pockets of culture and history, with visits to a microclimate winery, workshops with local artisans and UNESCO-listed medieval villages.
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Ready-to-Book private tours are designed to be enjoyed off-the-rack, but there is room for minor adjustments to fit the trip to your needs. If the gap is too great, then we’d be happy to tailor-make you a Bespoke trip from scratch. Simply tell us a few details about your group and select your preferred date. One of our Trip Designers will spring into action, confirming the details or exploring alternatives, over the next 48 hours.
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REQUEST A QUOTEMeet your guide at your Bucharest hotel for a city walk, visiting Revolution Square, the Old Town and other landmarks. Head by car to the Bran-Moieciu area, stopping en route at the Peles Castle.
Journey to Pestera and hike to the mountain village of Magura for a picnic lunch. Follow a river through a field of wildflowers and butterflies to Moieciu before an inside peek at the Bran Castle—the home of Dracula!
Head into the Postavarul Mountains for a walk to the medieval old town of Brasov. Visit its world-famous Gothic 'Black Church' before returning to your hotel to watch the cows come home (literally!)
Today's walk wanders through the forested hillsides, with striking views of the Saxon Transylvania countryside. You'll eventually reach Mesendorf, where you'll be hosted to a cheese tasting and organic lunch.
Take a morning hike through the hills from Cund and then head to the Villa Vinea winery for a wine tasting and lunch. This evening, you are invited to a special five-course meal hosted by Chef Jonas Schafer.
After a leisurely breakfast at the Valea Verde, it's time to head to Sibiu. Take a brief walking exploration of the city before continuing to your next destination. Your guides will help arrange your transportation. Farewell!
An authentic Romanian mansion bursting with local traditions and decor. Rooms are spacious with wonderful views of the Southern Carpathians. Historic Bran castle is just minutes away and the food truly stands out with a mix of traditional fare and international favourites. View hotel website »
A historic Saxon home in Brasov County, the Viscri keeps things simple and elegant, featuring rooms decorated with traditional furniture and colourful hand-woven carpets. The on-site restaurant serves up delicious Romanian fare, made with ingredients from the vegetable garden—the dumplings are to die for! View hotel website »
A collection of studios and cottages spread amongst the village, Valea Verde springs from the inspiration of chef and owner Jonas Schafer. Set in the beautiful Transylvanian countryside, guests can enjoy authentic village life from a comfortably restored rustic farmhouse. View hotel website »
Our guides were amazing! They made it a wonderful, easy vacation. I was very impressed with them.
— Michelle HirschB&R lets us go at our own speed...not only with the hiking but also with our dining and our recreating. That catering to our needs is what sets B&R apart to us.
— Les Buechele
Hiking is a combination of flatter sections and rolling hills. Distances range between 8 to 12 km (5 to 7 mi.)
“I go on a long walk once a week, and I don’t mind a little sweat.”
Rolling terrain on a variety of surfaces. Most days, one or two steeper climbs to spectacular viewpoints or places of interest.
Read more on our Activity LevelsIn a word: everything. In ninety words? Signature B&R guides; local experts; unique, unforgettable biking and walking routes; private tours; authentic local cuisine; lessons and demonstrations; local artisanal wines; wine tastings; all victuals and libations; all the endorphins you can handle; new insight; interesting, fun and like-minded travel companions; a feeling of total freedom. In short: an extraordinary, hassle-free journey of discovery.
Included with all walking trips are Leki telescoping walking sticks and custom-made padded hip holsters, which comfortably carry one full half-litre water bottle. And while the walking sticks get “recycled” for use by another B&R traveller, the holsters are yours to keep at trip’s end.
Walking Sticks
Sometimes your B&R trip simply isn’t long enough! Extend your stay for the best vacation possible. If you wish to spend a few days in region either before or after your official B&R trip, and need assistance making those plans, your B&R Travel Advisor can help.
Call us to create an independent travel experience that fits your needs—we can also arrange for a local guide.
Bucharest is a great city, bursting with the energy of rejuvenation and renewal after decades of stasis. It is well worth spending a day or two here, before or after your B&R trip. We’ll happily recommend a city guide for an insider’s tour. Beyond the capital and your biking itinerary, Romania offers an array of fascinating sites, such as the renowned painted monasteries of Bucovina, in the country’s northeast. Give us a call for ideas, or to help organize a more comprehensive trip extension.
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