Two-Week Romania Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Timișoara to Hunedoara County, Sibiu, Brasov, Sighișoara, Targu Mures, Cluj Napoca, Oradea, and Arad

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Explore the best of Romania on a remarkable 15-day road trip! Combine exploration with relaxation on a self-drive tour featuring Timișoara, Hunedoara County, Hateg, Sibiu, Cristian, Brasov, Bran, Rasnov, Moeciu de Jos, Sighișoara, Targu Mures, Cluj Napoca, Baciu, 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, 1 night in Targu Mures, 2 nights in Cluj Napoca, 1 night in Oradea, and 1 night in Arad. 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, Hunedoara County, Hateg, Sibiu, Cristian, Brasov, Bran, Rasnov, Moeciu de Jos, Sighișoara, Targu Mures, Cluj Napoca, Baciu, 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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Day1

Day 1

  • Timișoara - Arrival day
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  • Union Square
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Your road trip adventure in Romania begins as soon as you reach Timișoara and pick up your car. You’ll stay here for 2 nights and explore what to see in Timișoara, sample the local cuisine, and choose from a curated selection of the best hotels and places to stay in the city.

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 15-day road trip in Romania!

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Day2

Day 2

  • Timișoara
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Drive 4 km, 53 min

  • Ion Creangă Children's Park
  • Roses Park
  • Victory Square
  • The Old Town of Timișoara
  • The Stronghold Synagogue
  • 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.

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

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

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Day3

Day 3

  • Timișoara
  • Hunedoara
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Drive 256 km, 4 hours 10 min

  • Castelul Corvinilor (Corvins' Castle)
  • Prislop Monastery
  • Bison Nature Reserve
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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 Hunedoara County and Hateg. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Hunedoara County, 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 Hunedoara County. Hunedoara County 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 Hunedoara County, 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.

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Day4

Day 4

  • Hunedoara
  • Sibiu
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Drive 129 km, 1 hour 47 min

  • "Holy Trinity" Orthodox Cathedral
  • Citadel Park
  • The Large Square
  • Turnul Sfatului
  • 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.

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

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Day5

Day 5

  • Sibiu
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Drive 51 km, 1 hour 46 min

  • Arka Park Păltiniș
  • Dumbrava Sibiului Natural Park
  • ASTRA Museum
  • Sibiu Zoological Garden
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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 Cristian and Sibiu. With 1 night to stay in Sibiu, we encourage you to seize the day and discover the unexplored beauty of the city’s surroundings!

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

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.

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

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Day6

Day 6

  • Sibiu
  • Brasov
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Drive 147 km, 2 hours 54 min

  • Tâmpa
  • St. Nicholas Church
  • "The First Romanian School" Museum
  • Black Church
  • The Council Square
  • Parcul Nicolae Titulescu
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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. Brasov are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Brasov, where you will stay for 2 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.

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

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in Romania!

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Day7

Day 7

  • Brasov
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Drive 98 km, 2 hours 29 min

  • Bran Castle
  • Bran Village Museum
  • Valea cu Povesti
  • Valea Cetatii Cave
  • Poiana Zănoaga
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On day 7 of your road trip, you'll get the chance to experience Bran, Rasnov, and Moeciu de Jos. At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Brasov, where you still 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.

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

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Day8

Day 8

  • Brasov
  • Sighișoara
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Drive 118 km, 2 hours 8 min

  • Holy Trinity Church
  • Turnul Cizmarilor
  • Covered Stairway
  • Biserica din Deal (Sf Nicolae)
  • The Clock Tower
  • The Ironsmiths' Tower
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On day 8 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 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 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.

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

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Day9

Day 9

  • Sighișoara
  • Târgu Mureș
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Drive 58 km, 1 hour 36 min

  • Platoul Cornesti
  • Târgu Mureș Palace of Culture
  • Muzeul de Etnografie și Artă Populară
  • Ascension Cathedral
  • Fortress Church
  • Targu Mures Fortress
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Dive into day 9 of your remarkable road trip in Romania. Today you'll explore 1 destination, including 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.

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

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

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Day10

Day 10

  • Târgu Mureș
  • Cluj-Napoca
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Drive 111 km, 2 hours 9 min

  • Alexandru Borza Botanical Garden
  • Biserica Piaristă Cluj-Napoca
  • Cluj Tailors' Tower
  • Assumption Cathedral
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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 Cluj Napoca. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Cluj Napoca, where will spend 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.

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

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Day11

Day 11

  • Cluj-Napoca
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Drive 15 km, 1 hour 1 min

  • Hoia Forest
  • Cetățuia Park
  • Central Park Simion Bărnuțiu
  • Ethnographical Museum of Transylvania
  • Matthias Corvinus House
  • Grigorescu
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Day 11 offers an itinerary packed with the best things to see in Timișoara. 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.

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.

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

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Day12

Day 12

  • Cluj-Napoca
  • Oradea
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Drive 154 km, 2 hours 55 min

  • Aquapark Nymphaea
  • Oradea Fortress
  • Black Eagle Palace
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Your itinerary for day 12 of your road trip in Romania includes 1 stop and features some of the highlights of Oradea. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Oradea, 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 Oradea. Oradea 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 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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Day13

Day 13

  • Oradea
  • Arad
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Drive 118 km, 2 hours 15 min

  • Reconciliation Park
  • Biserica Catolică „Sf Anton de Padova”
  • Arad Museum
  • Palatul Cultural Arad
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On day 13 of your road trip in Romania, your travel plans include 1 stop at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Arad are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Arad, where you will stay for 1 night.

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

Arad 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 Arad.

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

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Day14

Day 14

  • Arad
  • Timișoara
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Drive 63 km, 1 hour 22 min

  • Parcul Pădurice
  • Visitor Center Ceala
  • Mureș Floodplain Natural Park
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On day 14 of your exciting self-drive vacation in Romania, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 1 destination, including Arad. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Timișoara, where you’ll be staying for 1 night.

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

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

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

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Day15

Day 15

  • Timișoara - Departure day
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  • Orthodox Metropolitan Cathedral
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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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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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