Two-Week Romania Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Iași traveling west to Suceava, Bistrița, Cluj Napoca, Sibiu, Brasov, and Sighișoara

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Escape the ordinary with this exciting 15-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 Iași, 2 nights in Suceava, 1 night in Bistrița, 2 nights in Cluj Napoca, 2 nights in Sibiu, 2 nights in Brasov, and 2 nights in Sighișoara. 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 Iași, 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 Central Park Simion Bărnuțiu are just a couple of the bucket-list attractions that await your discovery.

As you hit the open road and drive through Iași, Suceava, Mănăstirea Humorului, Voroneț, Gura Humorului, Marginea, Sucevița, Vatra Moldoviței, Moldovița, Putna, Bistrița, Cluj Napoca, Baciu, Sibiu, Brasov, Bran, Rasnov, Sighișoara, and Lacu Roșu, 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

Iași - Arrival day
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Golia Monastery
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Say hello to Iași! 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 Iași for 2 nights before you continue your adventure!

Iași 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 Iași. 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 Iași, 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!

Day 2

Iași
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Drive 9 km, 48 min

Palas Public Garden
Palace of Culture
Metropolitan Cathedral Iasi
Ion Creangă memorial house
Copou Park
Eminescu's Linden Tree
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You have 1 night left in Iași. 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.

Iași 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 Iași.

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

Day 3

Iași
Suceava
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Drive 241 km, 4 hours 25 min

Seat Fortress of Suceava
Humor Monastery
Voroneț Monastery
Parcul Arinis
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On day 3 of your exciting self-drive vacation in Romania, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 4 destinations, including Suceava, Mănăstirea Humorului, Voroneț, and Gura Humorului. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Suceava, 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 Suceava. Suceava offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go 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 Suceava, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

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

Day 4

Suceava
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Drive 234 km, 4 hours 21 min

Marginea Black Poterry
Sucevița Monastery
Moldovița Monastery
Gara Mocănița Huțulca, Moldovița
Putna Monastery Museum
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On day 4 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Suceava, where you still have 1 night left. You'll spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city, including Marginea, Sucevița, Vatra Moldoviței, Moldovița, and Putna.

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

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

Raise your glass to another unforgettable day in Romania!

Day 5

Suceava
Bistrița-Năsăud
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Drive 192 km, 3 hours 34 min

Muzeul Județean
Synagogue of Bistrița
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Your itinerary for day 5 of your road trip in Romania includes 1 stop and features some of the highlights of Bistrița. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Bistrița, where you'll spend 1 night.

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

Raise your glass to another unforgettable day in Romania!

Day 6

Bistrița-Năsăud
Cluj-Napoca
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Drive 110 km, 2 hours 10 min

Ethnographical Museum of Transylvania
Central Park Simion Bărnuțiu
National Museum of Transylvanian History
Matthias Corvinus House
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On day 6 of your road trip in Romania, your travel plans include 1 stop at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Cluj Napoca are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Cluj Napoca, where you will stay 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.

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in Romania!

Day 7

Cluj-Napoca
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Drive 20 km, 1 hour 1 min

Hoia Forest
Cetățuia Park
Assumption Cathedral
Alexandru Borza Botanical Garden
Grigorescu
Strada Republicii
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On day 7 of your road trip, you'll get the chance to experience Baciu and Cluj Napoca. At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Cluj Napoca, 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 Cluj Napoca.

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.

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

Day 8

Cluj-Napoca
Sibiu
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Drive 173 km, 2 hours 15 min

Lutheran Cathedral of Saint Mary
The Bridge of Lies
The Stairs Tower
Stairs Passage
The Large Square
Turnul Sfatului
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 8 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.

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

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
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Drive 13 km, 41 min

ASTRA Museum
The Thick Tower, Sibiu State Philharmonic, Thalia Hall
Citadel Park
Astra Park
"Holy Trinity" Orthodox Cathedral
Strada Nicolae Bălcescu
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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.

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in Romania!

Day 10

Sibiu
Brasov
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Drive 152 km, 2 hours 59 min

Tâmpa
Rope Street
Black Church
The Council Square
Parcul Nicolae Titulescu
Parcul Sportiv
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Dive into day 10 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.

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.

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

Day 11

Brasov
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Drive 67 km, 1 hour 22 min

Bran Castle
Valea cu Povesti
Valea Cetatii Cave
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Greet day 11 of your road trip in Romania with a smile and start your day with a hearty breakfast. You have 1 night to stay in Brasov, so get ready to make the most of your time in the region. On the agenda for this day, you’ll find only the best things to see and do in Bran and Rasnov.

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

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

Day 12

Brasov
Sighișoara
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Drive 119 km, 1 hour 56 min

The Ironsmiths' Tower
Muzeul De Istorie Sighișoara
The Clock Tower
Turnul Cizmarilor
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On day 12 of your exciting self-drive vacation in Romania, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 1 destination, including Sighișoara. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Sighișoara, where you’ll be staying for 2 nights.

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.

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

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

Day 13

Sighișoara
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Drive 1 km, 31 min

Holy Trinity Church
Biserica din Deal (Sf Nicolae)
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Day 13 offers an itinerary packed with the best things to see in Iași. You’ll stay in Sighișoara for 1 night more, offering you enough time to explore at a relaxed pace.

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

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 Sighișoara. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

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

Day 14

Sighișoara
Iași
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Drive 338 km, 6 hours

Red Lake
Cheile Bicazului
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Your itinerary for day 14 of your road trip in Romania includes 1 stop and features some of the highlights of Lacu Roșu. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Iași, 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 Iași. Iași offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go 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 Iași, 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!

Day 15

Iași - Departure day
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Anastasie Fătu Botanical Garden
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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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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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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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