13-Day Romania Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Timișoara to Hunedoara County, Sibiu, Brasov, Sighișoara, Cluj Napoca, and Oradea

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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 Timișoara, Strei, Hunedoara County, Sibiu, Brasov, Bran, Rasnov, Dâmbovicioara, Sighișoara, Cluj Napoca, Oradea, and Arad.

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in Romania. You will spend 3 nights in Timișoara, 1 night in Hunedoara County, 2 nights in Sibiu, 2 nights in Brasov, 1 night in Sighișoara, 2 nights in Cluj Napoca, and 1 night in Oradea. 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 Timișoara, 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 Castelul Corvinilor (corvins' Castle) are just a couple of the bucket-list attractions that await your discovery.

As you hit the open road and drive through Timișoara, Strei, Hunedoara County, Sibiu, Brasov, Bran, Rasnov, Dâmbovicioara, Sighișoara, Cluj Napoca, Oradea, and Arad, 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

Day 1

  • Timișoara - Arrival day
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  • Union Square
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Say hello to Timișoara! Your exciting road trip through Romania is just about to start. Navigating the top places to see in the region is a breeze with a car. The rental vehicle of your choice will be ready for pickup upon your arrival in the city. You will stay in Timișoara for 2 nights before you continue your adventure!

Timișoara 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.

Find your way to your hotel in Timișoara. We recommend choosing a hotel in a central location for easy exploring. Check-in typically starts between 2 and 4 PM at hotels in Romania. Settle in and make plans for the evening.

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 Timișoara, 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!

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Day 2

Day 2

  • Timișoara
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Drive 4 km, 56 min

  • Ion Creangă Children's Park
  • Orthodox Metropolitan Cathedral
  • Victory Square
  • The Old Town of Timișoara
  • Botanic Park
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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.

Bring home unique finds from Timișoara's bustling shopping hub, Iulius Town. Enjoy a leisurely exploration of unique stores where locals shop. Don’t forget to browse souvenirs and local specialties that make perfect gifts for your loved ones. Beyond shopping, Iulius Town offers plenty of options, including restaurants, primary services, unique landmarks, and community events.

Timișoara 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 Timișoara.

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in Romania!

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Day 3

Day 3

  • Timișoara
  • Hunedoara
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Drive 191 km, 2 hours 32 min

  • Strei Church
  • Castelul Corvinilor (Corvins' Castle)
  • Pietonala Corvin
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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. Strei and Hunedoara County are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Hunedoara County, where you will stay for 1 night.

After soaking up all the sights on today's itinerary, you'll be ready to head to your accommodation in Hunedoara County. Hunedoara County 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 Hunedoara County. Enjoy a satisfying meal that will recharge you for tonight's adventures.

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

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Day 4

Day 4

  • Hunedoara
  • Sibiu
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Drive 143 km, 2 hours 7 min

  • Sibiu Zoological Garden
  • Dumbrava Sibiului Natural Park
  • The Large Square
  • Turnul Sfatului
  • The Bridge of Lies
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 4 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.

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

Sibiu 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 Sibiu.

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in Romania!

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Day 5

Day 5

  • Sibiu
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Drive 13 km, 42 min

  • ASTRA Museum
  • "Holy Trinity" Orthodox Cathedral
  • Astra Park
  • Citadel Park
  • Strada Nicolae Bălcescu
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Day 5 offers an itinerary packed with the best things to see in Timișoara. You’ll stay in Sibiu 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 Sibiu's most popular restaurants, and connect with friendly locals for a true cultural experience.

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

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Day 6

Day 6

  • Sibiu
  • Brasov
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Drive 151 km, 3 hours 2 min

  • Tâmpa
  • "The First Romanian School" Museum
  • The Council Square
  • Parcul Nicolae Titulescu
  • Parcul Sportiv
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Dive into day 6 of your remarkable road trip in Romania. Today you'll explore 1 destination, including Brasov. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Brasov, where you'll spend 2 nights.

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

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

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

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Day 7

Day 7

  • Brasov
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Drive 193 km, 4 hours 21 min

  • Bran Castle
  • Pietrele lui Solomon
  • Valea Cetatii Cave
  • Dâmbovicioara cave
  • City Viewpoint
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On day 7 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Brasov, where you have 1 night left to stay.

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.

Take some time to reflect on your day and savor another beautiful night in Romania.

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Day 8

Day 8

  • Brasov
  • Sighișoara
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Drive 118 km, 2 hours 3 min

  • Holy Trinity Church
  • The Ironsmiths' Tower
  • The Clock Tower
  • Biserica din Deal (Sf Nicolae)
  • Covered Stairway
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Your itinerary for day 8 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.

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

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

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

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Day 9

Day 9

  • Sighișoara
  • Cluj-Napoca
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Drive 153 km, 2 hours 32 min

  • Alexandru Borza Botanical Garden
  • Students' Cultural House
  • Biserica Piaristă Cluj-Napoca
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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 Cluj Napoca. 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.

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.

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

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Day 10

Day 10

  • Cluj-Napoca
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Drive 5 km, 52 min

  • Cazino
  • Central Park Simion Bărnuțiu
  • Cetățuia Park
  • Assumption Cathedral
  • Grigorescu
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You have 1 night left in Cluj Napoca. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.

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

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

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Day 11

Day 11

  • Cluj-Napoca
  • Oradea
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Drive 161 km, 3 hours 18 min

  • Oradea Zoo
  • Oradea Fortress
  • Moskovits Palace
  • Black Eagle Palace
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On day 11 of your road trip in Romania, your travel plans include 1 stop at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Oradea are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Oradea, where you will stay for 1 night.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Oradea, 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 Oradea, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

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

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Day 12

Day 12

  • Oradea
  • Timișoara
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Drive 173 km, 3 hours 20 min

  • Parcul Pădurice
  • Palatul Cultural Arad
  • Arad Museum
  • Biserica Catolică „Sf Anton de Padova”
  • Reconciliation Park
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 12 of your road trip in Romania. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 1 place, which are Arad. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Timișoara, where will spend 1 night.

After soaking up all the sights on today's itinerary, you'll be ready to head to your accommodation in Timișoara. Timișoara 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 Timișoara. Enjoy a satisfying meal that will recharge you for tonight's adventures.

Take some time to reflect on your day and savor another beautiful night in Romania.

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Day 13

Day 13

  • Timișoara - Departure day
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  • Roses Park
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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.

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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Shortly after booking, you’ll receive your full itinerary, including schedules, locations, and everything you need for a stress-free trip.
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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.
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Need to update plans? No problem. Whether before your trip or mid-journey, we’re just seconds away to help with quick adjustments.
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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.
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