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13-Day Romania Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Bucharest to Brasov, Sighișoara, Sibiu, Cluj Napoca, and Targu Mures

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Experience the freedom of the open road on an unforgettable 13-day road trip in Romania! Embark on a self-drive tour that caters to every traveler, featuring destinations like Bucharest, Sinaia, Bușteni, Brasov, Bran, Rasnov, Moeciu de Jos, Sighișoara, Sibiu, Alba Iulia, Cluj Napoca, Turda, and Targu Mures.

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in Romania. You will spend 3 nights in Bucharest, 3 nights in Brasov, 1 night in Sighișoara, 2 nights in Sibiu, 2 nights in Cluj Napoca, and 1 night in Targu Mures. Anticipate well-spent days sightseeing, eating delicious food, and experiencing the highlights of each destination!

With this travel package, you can choose from an extensive selection of accommodations along your road trip route in Romania. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, including options for each budget. Whether you are in the mood for luxurious 5-star hotels or budget-friendly bed and breakfasts, we have you covered.

Upon arriving in Bucharest, the rental vehicle of your choice will be ready for collection. From there, the road trip can begin! Experience the ultimate freedom and uncover Romania on your own terms.

An expertly curated travel plan makes sure you don’t miss out on any of the best things to see and do on your road trip in Romania. Bran Castle and Peleș Castle are just a couple of the bucket-list attractions that await your discovery.

As you hit the open road and drive through Bucharest, Sinaia, Bușteni, Brasov, Bran, Rasnov, Moeciu de Jos, Sighișoara, Sibiu, Alba Iulia, Cluj Napoca, Turda, and Targu Mures, you will also enjoy plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Romania. Whether you are exploring enchanting towns and villages, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there is always something new and exciting to experience in Romania.

Throughout your road trip in Romania, take breaks from sightseeing to explore your favorite destinations' top shopping streets and markets. Discover unique souvenirs that will forever remind you of your self-drive adventure in Romania.

This package offers an all-in-one solution for your trip planning - choose flights, a rental car, accommodations, attractions, and tours that suit your needs and desires. You can customize each day of your road trip itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking.

The best services in Romania fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your road trip in Romania today!

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Day 1

Bucharest - Arrival day
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Welcome to Bucharest, the perfect starting point for your road trip in Romania! Pick up your rental car and let the adventure begin. You will spend 2 nights discovering what to see in Bucharest before embarking on the next leg of your journey.

Bucharest is a beautiful city with plenty to discover. Taking a stroll in the city center is a great alternative. Soak in the lovely atmosphere and sit down for a bit to eat or drink.

As afternoon approaches, head to your chosen hotel in Bucharest. Check-in typically starts around 2 to 4 PM at hotels in Romania. We recommend staying at a central location for easy access to key areas in the city.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Bucharest, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Raise a toast to the start of your 13-day road trip in Romania!

Day 2

Bucharest
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Drive 26 km, 1 hour 23 min

King Mihai I Park (Herăstrău) CA
Romanian Athenaeum
Constitution Square
Palace of the Parliament
Parcul Crângași
Cotroceni
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Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in Romania. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

For an unforgettable shopping experience, visit Promenada Mall, the top shopping destination in Bucharest. Browse local shops and stores, each offering delightful surprises. Find unique souvenirs or items to take home. After shopping, explore what Promenada Mall has to offer, including restaurants, attractions, essential services, and vibrant community activities.

Bucharest is a place where the culinary landscape is as diverse as its attractions. So before the day ends, treat your palate to a taste of local cuisine at one of the best restaurants in Bucharest.

Head back to your accommodation in Bucharest and get some rest to prepare for another magical day of your road trip in Romania.

Day 3

Bucharest
Brasov
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Drive 188 km, 3 hours 25 min

Peleș Castle
Sinaia Monastery
Muzeul Rezervației Bucegi
Dimitrie Ghica Park
Caraiman Monastery
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On day 3 of your road trip in Romania, your travel plans include 2 stops at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Sinaia and Bușteni are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Brasov, where you will stay for 3 nights.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Brasov. Check in and relax before you head out to tour the city.

Brasov is a place where the culinary landscape is as diverse as its attractions. So before the day ends, treat your palate to a taste of local cuisine at one of the best restaurants in Brasov.

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

Day 4

Brasov
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Drive 8 km, 47 min

Parcul Nicolae Titulescu
The Council Square
Black Church
The "Șchei" Gate
Weavers Bastion
Tâmpa
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You have 2 nights left in Brasov. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.

Whether you decide to get entrance tickets for all attractions or you prefer admiring from a distance, amazing experiences await on this day in Brasov.

Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in Romania. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Brasov, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

As the sun sets, rest up and recharge for the next leg of your road trip in Romania.

Day 5

Brasov
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Drive 100 km, 2 hours 12 min

Bran Castle
Valea cu Povesti
Valea Cetatii Cave
Elevator Fortress mills
Poiana Zănoaga
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Wake up to day 5 of your road trip in Romania. On this day, you’ll embark on an exciting expedition discovering the enchanting sights and activities of Bran, Rasnov, and Moeciu de Jos. With 1 night to stay in Brasov, we encourage you to seize the day and discover the unexplored beauty of the city’s surroundings!

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll return to Brasov and your accommodation.

After a day of adventure, treat yourself to an exquisite dinner at one of Brasov's best restaurants.

Head back to your accommodation in Brasov and get some rest to prepare for another magical day of your road trip in Romania.

Day 6

Brasov
Sighișoara
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Drive 118 km, 1 hour 58 min

Holy Trinity Church
The Ironsmiths' Tower
Muzeul De Istorie Sighișoara
The Clock Tower
Covered Stairway
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Your itinerary for day 6 of your road trip in Romania includes 1 stop and features some of the highlights of Sighișoara. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Sighișoara, where you'll spend 1 night.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Sighișoara, where you'll have a room waiting for you at the perfect place to stay. Check in and enjoy some downtime.

Indulge in a memorable dining experience at one of Sighișoara's most popular restaurants, and connect with friendly locals for a true cultural experience.

Say good night to Sighișoara and look forward to another great day of your road trip in Romania!

Day 7

Sighișoara
Sibiu
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Drive 93 km, 1 hour 53 min

"Holy Trinity" Orthodox Cathedral
The Large Square
The Stairs Tower
The Bridge of Lies
Turnul Sfatului
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 7 of your road trip in Romania. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 1 place, which are Sibiu. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Sibiu, where will spend 2 nights.

After soaking up all the sights on today's itinerary, you'll be ready to head to your accommodation in Sibiu. Sibiu offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go out again.

After a long day of exploring, sit down for a delicious dinner at a top-rated restaurant in Sibiu. Enjoy a satisfying meal that will recharge you for tonight's adventures.

Get a good night's sleep and look forward to another great day on the road in Romania!

Day 8

Sibiu
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Drive 15 km, 1 hour 1 min

Sibiu Zoological Garden
ASTRA Museum
Dumbrava Sibiului Natural Park
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You’ll stay in Sibiu for 1 night.

Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in Romania. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

After a long day of exploring, sit down for a delicious dinner at a top-rated restaurant in Sibiu. Enjoy a satisfying meal that will recharge you for tonight's adventures.

As the day draws to a close, take a moment to unwind and prepare for the next exciting chapter of your road trip in Romania.

Day 9

Sibiu
Cluj-Napoca
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Drive 184 km, 2 hours 35 min

Reunification Cathedral
Roman-Catholic Cathedral Saint Michael
The National Museum of the Union
The Union Hall
The Citadel Alba-Carolina
Horea, Closca and Crisan Obelisk
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On day 9 of your exciting self-drive vacation in Romania, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 1 destination, including Alba Iulia. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Cluj Napoca, where you’ll be staying for 2 nights.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Cluj Napoca. Check in and relax before you head out to tour the city.

After a day of adventure, treat yourself to an exquisite dinner at one of Cluj Napoca's best restaurants.

Raise your glass to another unforgettable day in Romania!

Day 10

Cluj-Napoca
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Drive 5 km, 56 min

Alexandru Borza Botanical Garden
Ethnographical Museum of Transylvania
Central Park Simion Bărnuțiu
Cetățuia Park
Centru
Strada Republicii
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Day 10 offers an itinerary packed with the best things to see in Bucharest. You’ll stay in Cluj Napoca for 1 night more, offering you enough time to explore at a relaxed pace.

Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in Romania. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

Indulge in a memorable dining experience at one of Cluj Napoca's most popular restaurants, and connect with friendly locals for a true cultural experience.

Relax and recharge in preparation for another adventurous day in Romania!

Day 11

Cluj-Napoca
Târgu Mureș
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Drive 134 km, 2 hours 32 min

Cheile Turzii
Salina Turda
Targu Mures Fortress
Ascension Cathedral
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Dive into day 11 of your remarkable road trip in Romania. Today you'll explore 3 destinations, including Cluj Napoca, Turda, and Targu Mures. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Targu Mures, where you'll spend 1 night.

Throughout the day, make sure to take breaks to appreciate the surroundings.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Targu Mures, where you'll have a room waiting for you at the perfect place to stay. Check in and enjoy some downtime.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Targu Mures, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Relax and recharge in preparation for another adventurous day in Romania!

Day 12

Târgu Mureș
Bucharest
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Drive 359 km, 5 hours 32 min

Târgu Mureș Palace of Culture
Status Quo Synagogue
Platoul Cornesti
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On day 12 of your road trip in Romania, your travel plans include 1 stop at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Targu Mures are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Bucharest, where you will stay for 1 night.

Whether you decide to get entrance tickets for all attractions or you prefer admiring from a distance, amazing experiences await on this day in Targu Mures.

After soaking up all the sights on today's itinerary, you'll be ready to head to your accommodation in Bucharest. Bucharest offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go out again.

As you are wrapping up for the day, treat yourself to a satisfying dinner at a nice restaurant in Bucharest. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

Celebrate another amazing day of your road trip adventure in Romania!

Day 13

Bucharest - Departure day
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Calea Victoriei
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Day 13 of your road trip in Romania is your departure day. If you've still got time left, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

Secure the perfect souvenirs for your family and friends back home or buy yourself a remembrance of your amazing vacation.

Drive to the airport, return your car, and take the opportunity to get some last-minute souvenirs before you board your flight home. We wish you a pleasant journey and hope you leave with many wonderful memories of your road trip in Romania!

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From scenic road trips to city-hopping adventures, we’re here 24/7 to support you across Europe—before, during, and after your trip.

Secure your spot

Confirm your package instantly and lock in the best rate with secure payment and guaranteed availability.

Get instant confirmation

Shortly after booking, you’ll receive your full itinerary, including schedules, locations, and everything you need for a stress-free trip.

Personalize your itinerary

Each package includes a professionally crafted itinerary you can tailor to your travel style. A dedicated travel expert will make sure every detail fits your needs perfectly.

Easily make changes

Need to update plans? No problem. Whether before your trip or mid-journey, we’re just seconds away to help with quick adjustments.

Enjoy seamless planning

With everything from accommodations to activities pre-arranged, our packages save you hours of research—so you can spend more time enjoying your trip, not planning it.

Explore with confidence

From scenic road trips to city-hopping adventures, we’re here 24/7 to support you across Europe—before, during, and after your trip.

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