Rates:

• 1 person: 3295 ron ~ 659 euro
• 2 persons: 1895 ron/person ~ 379 euro/person
• 4 persons: 1300 ron/person ~ 260 euro/person
• single supplement: 145 ron ~ 29 euro

The package includes:

• 2 nights accommodation at a local guesthouse in Bran village area, with breakfast
• 1 lunch packs, 1 "special" lunch to the sheep farm
• 2 dinners
• licensed English speaking mountain guide
• transportation by car
• entrance fee in Piatra Craiului National Park

Not included:

• drinks
• transfer Bucharest - Brasov - Bucharest (contact us for an offer)

1 day in Bucegi Mountains (Bran area which is more beautiful and wild) and 2 days in Piatra Craiului National Park, one of the most beautiful mountains in Romania.

The trek is a medium one, except the part when we climb the highest peak of National Park: we start from Brasov, we end in Brasov - we trek between 5 - 8 hours, we make a stop to an authentic sheep farm for a "special" lunch (from June to September), we cross the authentic mountain villages from the bottom of the mountains, depending of the weather and you we climb the highest peak of the National Park (2238), we cross very nice gorges.....in two words AUTHENTIC ADVENTURE!

Details about trekking tour:

- optimal time: June - October
- number of participants: minimum 1, maximum 8.
- mountain tour requires a very good physical shape, with resistance to hard effort.
- licensed mountain guide during the entire trekking tour.
- the route could be changed because of the weather conditions.
- Compulsory equipment: waterproof hiking boots and clothes; warm clothes.


Equipment - necessary and recommended items for hiking & trekking

You should always remember that you must try to keep the weight of your clothing equipment down to a minimum. Your packed rucksack should weight no more than 10-15 kilograms.

The equipment for the guided (escorted) walking holidays and for the inn to inn (self-guided) hiking vacations in Romania is different. If you are doing one of those for the first time please mention this in your booking request and we will help you pack properly for each specific trip.
Here is the list with necessary things we recommend for hiking tours:

RECOMMENDED ITEMS

FEET
• Hiking waterproof boots with suitable ankle support that have been worn-in in advance
• Light casual shoes (trainers/tennis shoes) for camping and/or for traveling
• Gaiters, in case of rain or snow
• Loose, casual trousers for trekking
• Several pairs of sports socks (avoid nylon socks - they can cause blisters and do not breathe well)
• Waterproof trousers

BODY
• Windproof, waterproof outer shell garment (breathable if possible!)
• Fleece windstopper jacket
• A selection of T-shirts, sweatshirts and long sleeved shirts, preferably not cotton
• Warm shirt, possibly fleece and/or pullover
• Tracksuit
• Underwear
• Raincoat
• Swimwear
• Nightwear

HEAD
• Hat or cap for sun protection
• Woolen hat

HANDS
• Gloves/mittens (could be useful if the weather get worse at an altitude above 2000 even during summer or during cold mornings/evenings)

ACCESSORIES
• Waterproof rucksack (60 - 80 l) & daypack (25 - 35 l)
• Toilet kit (towels, battery shaver, toilet paper; bar of soap or tube liquid soap; toothbrush and toothpaste; pre moistened wipes; feminine products; cosmetic items; dental floss etc.)
• Sunglasses with UV protection
• Sunscreen lotion and lip balm
• Water bottle
• Utility knife
• Spare laces
• Compass
• Lighter/box of matches
• Maps
• Small travel alarm clock
• Polyethylene bags (to protect delicate items from damp and dust)
• Earplugs (especially for the shared bedrooms in the huts)
• Personal basic first aid kit to include essential items (swathe; blister kit; alcohol swabs or disinfectant; antibiotic cream; mild tranquilizer/muscle relaxant; ace bandage or something for knee support; insect repellent; Aspirin or Tylenol for headaches or other pain, antihistamine, throat lozenges, prescription medicines etc.)

OPTIONAL ITEMS
• Torch (head mounted preferable with extra batteries and bulb)
• Large scarf/bandana for neck
• Binocular
• Altimeter
• Photo camera (digital preferably; several photo films if not)
• Telescopic trekking/ski poles
• Sewing kit (needle, thread, pins, scissors, buttons, dental floss, safety pins etc.)
• Spare spectacles (or lens prescription)
• Detergent
• Walkman
• Water purifying tablets
• Playing cards/miniature games (chess etc.)
• Reading/writing materials
• Field guides

And since your safety in the mountain is essential for the final satisfaction of the trekking here are some general advices for mountaineering established for your self-protection:

• Do not walk alone in the mountains!
• Always tune the tour in accordance to the weakest among you!
• An early start in the morning is highly recommended!
• The weakest among you determines the speed of walking!
• Do not underestimate the power of the sun (no matter whether it is winter or summer)!
• During thunderstorm avoid trees and summits and leave away from you all metal things!
• Avoid walking through dense fog!
• Always walk along marked trails!


For this tour:
Difficulty grade: 4 out of 5
Average high: 4 out of 5
Average kilometer/day: 3 out of 5

Difficulty Grades for hiking in the Carpathians, the hiking paths in Romania

Here is a list with the difficulty grades, adopted by Active Travel Romania for all escorted (guided) walking tours and self-guided (inn to inn) hiking vacations in Romania, run by the company.

To prepare yourself for the best of your vacation we recommend that you start planning it in an advance. Good physical condition is required. In order to achieve it we advise you to start walking, jogging or cycling everyday. Swimming a couple of times a week is also highly recommended. You do not need much to get yourself in shape. And don't forget that the most important tip for an unforgettable active holiday is to choose a trip which corresponds to your physical condition! Note that you should personally carry your baggage, which is naturally an additional difficulty.
Here is a list with the difficulty grades, adopted by Active Travel Romania for all escorted (guided)walking tours and self-guided (inn to inn) hiking vacations in Romania, run by the company.

Very easy - ranging slopes: 1 out of 5
Average high: up to 200 m
Average km/day: up to 8 km

Easy - wide path, well accessible: 2 out of 5
Average high: 200 - 400 m
Average km/day: 8 - 12 km
No special experience is needed; everyone who is in condition to cope with long Saturday walks in the forest can also cope with these tours. As a rule, the trips are short and at a low altitude. Often, it is your choice to join or skip a day-tour. The routes follow a hilly terrain without steep ascents and descents. Normally the active part (walking/cycling) is 3/5h a day.

Medium - narrow path, sometimes pathless: 3 out of 5
Average high: 400 - 600 m
Average km/day: 12 - 16 km
Most of you, who are used to walking during a long weekend, will be in condition to cope with a tour of this level. You should be in good health condition and not too bad physical condition. We have successive days of longer and more difficult walking and days of lighter walking. Some parts of the day routes are done at a higher altitude. The paths are in good condition. The active part (walking/cycling) takes roughly 5/7h a day. You are free to skip some walks and have a rest.

Hard - narrow path, sometimes pathless, rarely exposed: 4 out of 5
Average high: 600 - 800 m
Average km/day: 16 - 20 km
These tours include trekking/cycling which is a little harder, normally on a challenging terrain. We take it for granted that you are in good condition and fit. You should be physically prepared at home to get the maximum of the tour. Most of the hiking is done at a greater height (max 2544 m). As on other tours you are free to skip some treks and have a rest.

Very hard - narrow path, often pathless, often exposed: 5 out of 5
Average high: over 800 m
Average km/day: over 20 km
Tours of this level demand that you be really in good shape. The paths are not always in the best condition and the marking can be scarce. There are day-treks with big ascents and descents. Changing weather conditions /even in midsummer/ play an important role when trekking at a very high altitude and may cause changes of the preliminary route. This is to be decided by the mountain guide on the spot. Normally, the treks are 6/8h per day, but some can be longer. Preliminary trekking experience is an advantage, but not necessary if you are really in good shape.