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Tailor-Made Itineraries
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Tailor-Made Itineraries
Explore Bucharest’s interwar architecture and visit the Palace of the Parliament.
Taste regional wines in the Dealu Mare wine region.
Visit Peleș Castle in Sinaia.
Hike the Bran–Rucăr Corridor with views of Bucegi and Piatra Craiului ranges.
Trek through Bucegi Natural Park and Strunga Saddle.
Tour Bran Castle linked to Vlad Țepeș (Dracula legend).
Hike across meadows and ridgelines to Măgura village.
Walk through Zărnești Gorges in Piatra Craiului National Park.
Explore Seven Ladders Canyon in Piatra Mare Massif.
Discover Brașov’s medieval centre and Black Church.
Climb Tâmpa Mountain for panoramic city views.
Visit Prejmer fortified church (UNESCO World Heritage Site).
Stay in a traditional Saxon house in Viscri.
Ride a horse-drawn carriage through rural Transylvania.
Visit Viscri fortified church and observe local crafts.
Explore Mohos Peat Bog in a volcanic crater.
Hike in the Ciomadul Mountains and visit mineral springs.
Observe wild bears from a guided forest hide.
Enjoy multi-day hiking with moderate to high physical effort
Comfortable walking 5–7 hours on varied terrain and elevation
Want a mix of nature, rural culture, and historical sites
Prefer small-group, guided experiences over independent travel
Interested in wildlife, especially bear observation in natural habitats
Appreciate staying in guesthouses and traditional village homes
Want immersive experiences beyond major tourist centres
Prefer a relaxed, low-activity or sightseeing-only itinerary
Have limited mobility or difficulty with steep ascents/descents
Uncomfortable with basic rural accommodation in some locations
Do not enjoy long travel days between regions
Prefer luxury or highly serviced travel experiences
Uncomfortable with unpredictable weather conditions in mountain regions
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David Smyth
Director, Forward Travel
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Emma & James Wilson
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September 2024