14-Day Romania Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Sibiu traveling east to Râmnicu Vâlcea, Bucharest, Ploiești, Sinaia, and Brasov

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Escape the ordinary with this exciting 14-day road trip through Romania. Explore diverse landscapes, discover lively cities, and prepare for an unforgettable journey!

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in Romania. You will spend 3 nights in Sibiu, 1 night in Râmnicu Vâlcea, 5 nights in Bucharest, 1 night in Ploiești, 1 night in Sinaia, and 2 nights in Brasov. 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 Sibiu, 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 Sibiu, Păușa, Râmnicu Vâlcea, Curtea de Argeș, Pitesti, Bucharest, Balotești, Dumbrăveni, Snagov, Ploiești, Ghighiu, Bușteni, Sinaia, Brasov, Bran, Vâlcea, and Stațiunea Climaterică Sâmbăta, 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

Sibiu - Arrival day
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Astra Park
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Welcome to Sibiu, 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 Sibiu before embarking on the next leg of your journey.

Sibiu 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 Sibiu. 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 Sibiu, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Raise a toast to the start of your 14-day road trip in Romania!

Day 2

Sibiu
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Drive 15 km, 57 min

Dumbrava Sibiului Natural Park
ASTRA Museum
Sibiu Zoological Garden
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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.

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 Sibiu, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

Day 3

Sibiu
Vâlcea
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Drive 101 km, 1 hour 56 min

The Bridge of Lies
Turnul Sfatului
The Large Square
Cozia Monastery
Zăvoi
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Your itinerary for day 3 of your road trip in Romania includes 3 stops and features some of the highlights of Sibiu, Păușa, and Râmnicu Vâlcea. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Râmnicu Vâlcea, where you'll spend 1 night.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Râmnicu Vâlcea. Check in and relax before you head out to tour 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 Râmnicu Vâlcea, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

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

Day 4

Vâlcea
Bucharest
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Drive 197 km, 3 hours 20 min

Fountain of Manole
Curtea de Argeș Monastery
Ștrand Park
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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 2 places, which are Curtea de Argeș and Pitesti. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Bucharest, where will spend 5 nights.

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.

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

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in Romania!

Day 5

Bucharest
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Drive 27 km, 1 hour 31 min

Alexandru Ioan Cuza Park (I O R )
The House of Ceaușescu
King Mihai I Park (Herăstrău) CA
"Dimitrie Gusti" National Village Museum
Parcul Crângași
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Day 5 offers an itinerary packed with the best things to see in Sibiu. You’ll stay in Bucharest for 4 nights 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.

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.

Raise your glass to another unforgettable day in Romania!

Day 6

Bucharest
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Drive 11 km, 1 hour 5 min

"Carol I" Park
Radu Vodă Monastery
Bucharest Fountains
Constitution Square
Izvor Park
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You have 3 nights left in Bucharest. 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 Bucharest.

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 Bucharest's best restaurants.

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in Romania!

Day 7

Bucharest
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Drive 9 km, 42 min

Children's World Park
Children's Town Bucharest
Tineretului Park
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You’ll stay in Bucharest for 2 nights.

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 Bucharest. Enjoy a satisfying meal that will recharge you for tonight's adventures.

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

Day 8

Bucharest
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Drive 11 km, 56 min

“Grigore Antipa” National Museum of Natural History
Bucharest Botanical Garden
Cișmigiu Gardens
National Museum of Art
Romanian Athenaeum
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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.

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.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day of your road trip in Romania!

Day 9

Bucharest
Prahova County
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Drive 107 km, 1 hour 58 min

Therme Bucharest
Edenland Park
Snagov Forest
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On day 9 of your exciting self-drive vacation in Romania, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 3 destinations, including Balotești, Dumbrăveni, and Snagov. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Ploiești, where you’ll be staying for 1 night.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Ploiești, 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 Ploiești. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

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

Day 10

Prahova County
Sinaia
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Drive 105 km, 2 hours 1 min

Orthodox Monastery Ghighiu
Cantacuzino Castle
Heroes' Cross on Caraiman Peak
Caraiman Monastery
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On day 10 of your road trip in Romania, your travel plans include 2 stops at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Ghighiu and Bușteni are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Sinaia, where you will stay for 1 night.

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

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

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

Day 11

Sinaia
Brasov
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Drive 47 km, 1 hour 55 min

Dimitrie Ghica Park
Sinaia Monastery
Pelișor Castle
Peleș Castle
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Dive into day 11 of your remarkable road trip in Romania. Today you'll explore 1 destination, including Sinaia. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Brasov, where you'll spend 2 nights.

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

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 12

Brasov
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Drive 27 km, 1 hour 3 min

Tâmpa
The Council Square
Pietrele lui Solomon
Parcul Nicolae Titulescu
Brașov Zoo
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Day 12 offers an itinerary packed with the best things to see in Sibiu. You’ll stay in Brasov 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 Brasov'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 13

Brasov
Sibiu
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Drive 194 km, 3 hours 18 min

Bran Castle
Mănăstirea Rupestră Șinca Veche
Sâmbăta de Sus Monastery
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Your itinerary for day 13 of your road trip in Romania includes 3 stops and features some of the highlights of Bran, Vâlcea, and Stațiunea Climaterică Sâmbăta. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Sibiu, where you'll spend 1 night.

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

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

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

Day 14

Sibiu - Departure day
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Citadel Park
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Day 14 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.

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

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