Two-Week Romania Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Cluj Napoca to Alba Iulia, Sibiu, Brasov, Sighișoara, Targu Mures, Bistrița, Sighetu Marmatiei, and Baia Mare

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Experience the freedom of the open road on an unforgettable 15-day road trip in Romania! Embark on a self-drive tour that caters to every traveler, featuring destinations like Cluj Napoca, Turda, Alba Iulia, Sibiu, Arefu, Brasov, Bran, Rasnov, Moeciu de Jos, Sighișoara, Targu Mures, Bistrița, Săpânța, Ieud, Sighetu Marmatiei, Budești, Cavnic, Lazu Baciului, Baia Mare, and Munună.

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in Romania. You will spend 3 nights in Cluj Napoca, 1 night in Alba Iulia, 2 nights in Sibiu, 2 nights in Brasov, 1 night in Sighișoara, 1 night in Targu Mures, 1 night in Bistrița, 2 nights in Sighetu Marmatiei, and 1 night in Baia Mare. 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 Cluj Napoca, 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 Alba-carolina Citadel are just a couple of the bucket-list attractions that await your discovery.

As you hit the open road and drive through Cluj Napoca, Turda, Alba Iulia, Sibiu, Arefu, Brasov, Bran, Rasnov, Moeciu de Jos, Sighișoara, Targu Mures, Bistrița, Săpânța, Ieud, Sighetu Marmatiei, Budești, Cavnic, Lazu Baciului, Baia Mare, and Munună, 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.

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Day 1

Day 1

  • Cluj-Napoca - Arrival day
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  • Cetățuia Park
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Welcome to Cluj Napoca, 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 Cluj Napoca before embarking on the next leg of your journey.

Cluj Napoca 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.

When you're ready for some downtime, make your way to your chosen hotel. Check-in typically starts between 2 and 4 PM in Cluj Napoca. Make yourself at home and unwind before heading out again.

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

Raise a toast to the start of your 15-day road trip in Romania!

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Day 2

Day 2

  • Cluj-Napoca
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Drive 3 km, 43 min

  • Alexandru Borza Botanical Garden
  • Ethnographical Museum of Transylvania
  • Central Park Simion Bărnuțiu
  • Centru
  • Grigorescu
  • Strada Republicii
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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.

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

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

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Day 3

Day 3

  • Cluj-Napoca
  • Alba County
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Drive 106 km, 1 hour 50 min

  • Salina Turda
  • Horea, Closca and Crisan Obelisk
  • The Citadel Alba-Carolina
  • The National Museum of the Union
  • Roman-Catholic Cathedral Saint Michael
  • Reunification Cathedral
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 3 of your road trip in Romania. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 2 places, which are Turda and Alba Iulia. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Alba Iulia, where will spend 1 night.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Alba Iulia. 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 Alba Iulia, 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.

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Day 4

Day 4

  • Alba County
  • Sibiu
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Drive 95 km, 2 hours 4 min

  • Sibiu Zoological Garden
  • ASTRA Museum
  • Dumbrava Sibiului Natural Park
  • The Large Square
  • The Bridge of Lies
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Your itinerary for day 4 of your road trip in Romania includes 1 stop and features some of the highlights of Sibiu. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Sibiu, where you'll spend 2 nights.

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.

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.

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

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Day 5

Day 5

  • Sibiu
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Drive 267 km, 5 hours 40 min

  • Prometheus Statue
  • Vidraru Dam
  • Poenari Citadel
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On day 5 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Sibiu, where you have 1 night left to stay.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation in Sibiu.

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.

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in Romania!

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Day 6

Day 6

  • Sibiu
  • Brasov
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Drive 147 km, 2 hours 55 min

  • Tâmpa
  • Black Church
  • The Council Square
  • Turnul Alb
  • Parcul Nicolae Titulescu
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On day 6 of your exciting self-drive vacation in Romania, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 1 destination, including Brasov. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Brasov, where you’ll be staying for 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.

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.

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

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Day 7

Day 7

  • Brasov
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Drive 97 km, 2 hours 10 min

  • Bran Castle
  • Bran Village Museum
  • Valea Cetatii Cave
  • Poiana Zănoaga
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On day 7 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Brasov, where you still have 1 night left. You'll spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city, including Bran, Rasnov, and Moeciu de Jos.

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

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!

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Day 8

Day 8

  • Brasov
  • Sighișoara
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Drive 119 km, 2 hours

  • Biserica din Deal (Sf Nicolae)
  • Covered Stairway
  • The Clock Tower
  • The Ironsmiths' Tower
  • Monastery's Church
  • Turnul Cizmarilor
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Dive into day 8 of your remarkable road trip in Romania. Today you'll explore 1 destination, including Sighișoara. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Sighișoara, where you'll spend 1 night.

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

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

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

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Day 9

Day 9

  • Sighișoara
  • Târgu Mureș
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Drive 60 km, 1 hour 50 min

  • Platoul Cornesti
  • Zoo Tîrgu Mureș
  • Târgu Mureș Palace of Culture
  • Ascension Cathedral
  • Targu Mures Fortress
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On day 9 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 Targu Mures, where you will stay for 1 night.

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.

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

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

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Day 10

Day 10

  • Târgu Mureș
  • Bistrița-Năsăud
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Drive 91 km, 2 hours 1 min

  • Muzeul Județean
  • Synagogue of Bistrița
  • Parcul Municipal Bistrita
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 10 of your road trip in Romania. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 1 place, which are Bistrița. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Bistrița, 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 Bistrița. Bistrița 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 Bistrița. 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.

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Day 11

Day 11

  • Bistrița-Năsăud
  • Sighetu Marmatiei
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Drive 258 km, 4 hours 50 min

  • Merry Cemetery
  • Bârsana Monastery
  • Ieud Hill Church
  • Cuiul
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Your itinerary for day 11 of your road trip in Romania includes 3 stops and features some of the highlights of Săpânța, Ieud, and Sighetu Marmatiei. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Sighetu Marmatiei, where you'll spend 2 nights.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Sighetu Marmatiei. 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 Sighetu Marmatiei, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

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

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Day 12

Day 12

  • Sighetu Marmatiei
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Drive 79 km, 1 hour 35 min

  • Church of St Nicholas
  • Cascada Piciorul Calului
  • Maramureș Village Museum
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On day 12 of your road trip, you'll get the chance to experience Budești, Cavnic, and Lazu Baciului. At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Sighetu Marmatiei, where you still have 1 night left to stay.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation in Sighetu Marmatiei.

Sighetu Marmatiei 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 Sighetu Marmatiei.

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

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Day 13

Day 13

  • Sighetu Marmatiei
  • Baia Mare
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Drive 69 km, 1 hour 44 min

  • Museum of Mineralogy
  • Saint Stephen Tower
  • Butcher's Bastion
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On day 13 of your exciting self-drive vacation in Romania, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 1 destination, including Baia Mare. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Baia Mare, where you’ll be staying for 1 night.

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

Baia Mare 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 Baia Mare.

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

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Day 14

Day 14

  • Baia Mare
  • Cluj-Napoca
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Drive 305 km, 6 hours 51 min

  • Izbucul de la Cotețul Dobreștilor
  • Ionele's Door Cave
  • Ordâncușa Ravine
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Dive into day 14 of your remarkable road trip in Romania. Today you'll explore 2 destinations, including Pliști and Munună. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Cluj Napoca, 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 Cluj Napoca. Cluj Napoca 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 Cluj Napoca. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

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Day 15

Day 15

  • Cluj-Napoca - Departure day
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  • Greek-Catholic Cathedral Face-to-face change
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Day 15 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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Confirm your package instantly and lock in the best rate with secure payment and guaranteed availability.
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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.
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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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