Two-Week Romania Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Timișoara traveling east to Hateg, Alba Iulia, Râmnicu Vâlcea, Bucharest, Constanta, Ploiești, Brasov, Targu Mures, Cluj Napoca, and Oradea

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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, Hateg, Sarmizegetusa, Hunedoara County, Alba Iulia, Sibiu, Râmnicu Vâlcea, Curtea de Argeș, Bucharest, Constanta, Pantelimon, Ploiești, Sinaia, Bran, Brasov, Targu Mures, Turda, Cluj Napoca, and Oradea.

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in Romania. You will spend 2 nights in Timișoara, 1 night in Hateg, 1 night in Alba Iulia, 1 night in Râmnicu Vâlcea, 3 nights in Bucharest, 1 night in Constanta, 1 night in Ploiești, 1 night in Brasov, 1 night in Targu Mures, 1 night 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 Peleș Castle are just a couple of the bucket-list attractions that await your discovery.

As you hit the open road and drive through Timișoara, Hateg, Sarmizegetusa, Hunedoara County, Alba Iulia, Sibiu, Râmnicu Vâlcea, Curtea de Argeș, Bucharest, Constanta, Pantelimon, Ploiești, Sinaia, Bran, Brasov, Targu Mures, Turda, Cluj Napoca, and Oradea, 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 1 night 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.

When you're ready for some downtime, make your way to your chosen hotel. Check-in typically starts between 2 and 4 PM in Timișoara. 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 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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Day 2

Day 2

  • Timișoara
  • Hateg
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Drive 193 km, 2 hours 42 min

  • The Old Town of Timișoara
  • Orthodox Metropolitan Cathedral
  • Victory Square
  • Liberty Square
  • Botanic Park
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On day 2 of your road trip in Romania, your travel plans include 1 stop at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Timișoara are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Hateg, 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 Hateg. Hateg 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 Hateg, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

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Day 3

Day 3

  • Hateg
  • Alba County
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Drive 153 km, 2 hours 37 min

  • Ulpia Traiana Sarmizegetusa
  • Prislop Monastery
  • Castelul Corvinilor (Corvins' Castle)
  • The Citadel Alba-Carolina
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Your itinerary for day 3 of your road trip in Romania includes 4 stops and features some of the highlights of Sarmizegetusa, Hateg, Hunedoara County, and Alba Iulia. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Alba Iulia, where you'll spend 1 night.

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

After a long day of exploring, sit down for a delicious dinner at a top-rated restaurant in Alba Iulia. 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.

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Day 4

Day 4

  • Alba County
  • Vâlcea
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Drive 190 km, 3 hours 21 min

  • The Bridge of Lies
  • The Large Square
  • Astra Park
  • Dumbrava Sibiului Natural Park
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Dive into day 4 of your remarkable road trip in Romania. Today you'll explore 1 destination, including Sibiu. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations 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.

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

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

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Day 5

Day 5

  • Vâlcea
  • Bucharest
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Drive 193 km, 3 hours 1 min

  • Fountain of Manole
  • Curtea de Argeș Monastery
  • Curtea Domnească
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On day 5 of your exciting self-drive vacation in Romania, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 1 destination, including Curtea de Argeș. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Bucharest, where you’ll be staying for 3 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.

Raise your glass to another unforgettable day in Romania!

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Day 6

Day 6

  • Bucharest
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Drive 12 km, 54 min

  • Cișmigiu Gardens
  • Romanian Athenaeum
  • Bucharest Botanical Garden
  • Cotroceni
  • Calea Victoriei
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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 day of adventure, treat yourself to an exquisite dinner at one of Bucharest's best restaurants.

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 7

Day 7

  • Bucharest
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Drive 16 km, 59 min

  • King Mihai I Park (Herăstrău) CA
  • The Triumphal Arch
  • “Grigore Antipa” National Museum of Natural History
  • "Carol I" Park
  • Tineretului Park
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Day 7 offers an itinerary packed with the best things to see in Timișoara. You’ll stay in Bucharest 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 Bucharest's most popular restaurants, and connect with friendly locals for a true cultural experience.

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

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Day 8

Day 8

  • Bucharest
  • Constanța
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Drive 228 km, 3 hours 9 min

  • University's Square
  • Constitution Square
  • Izvor Park
  • Alexandru Ioan Cuza Park (I O R )
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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 Bucharest. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Constanta, where will spend 1 night.

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

Constanta 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 Constanta.

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

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Day 9

Day 9

  • Constanța
  • Prahova County
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Drive 299 km, 3 hours 45 min

  • Constanța Casino
  • Faleza Cazino Constanta
  • Complexul Muzeal de Științe ale Naturii Constanța
  • Cernica monastery
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On day 9 of your road trip in Romania, your travel plans include 2 stops at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Constanta and Pantelimon are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Ploiești, where you will stay for 1 night.

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

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.

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

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Day 10

Day 10

  • Prahova County
  • Brasov
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Drive 147 km, 3 hours 4 min

  • Peleș Castle
  • Sinaia Monastery
  • Dimitrie Ghica Park
  • Bran Castle
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Your itinerary for day 10 of your road trip in Romania includes 2 stops and features some of the highlights of Sinaia and Bran. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Brasov, 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 Brasov. Brasov 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 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.

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Day 11

Day 11

  • Brasov
  • Târgu Mureș
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Drive 188 km, 3 hours 25 min

  • Brașov Zoo
  • Tâmpa
  • The Council Square
  • Parcul Nicolae Titulescu
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Dive into day 11 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 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.

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

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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Day 12

Day 12

  • Târgu Mureș
  • Cluj-Napoca
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Drive 123 km, 2 hours 36 min

  • Târgu Mureș Palace of Culture
  • Targu Mures Fortress
  • Zoo Tîrgu Mureș
  • Platoul Cornesti
  • Salina Turda
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On day 12 of your exciting self-drive vacation in Romania, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 2 destinations, including Targu Mures and Turda. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Cluj Napoca, where you’ll be staying for 1 night.

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.

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

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Day 13

Day 13

  • Cluj-Napoca
  • Oradea
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Drive 156 km, 3 hours 9 min

  • Central Park Simion Bărnuțiu
  • Cetățuia Park
  • Alexandru Borza Botanical Garden
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 13 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 Oradea, where will spend 1 night.

Throughout the day, make sure to take breaks to appreciate the surroundings.

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.

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

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

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Day 14

Day 14

  • Oradea
  • Timișoara
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Drive 183 km, 3 hours 25 min

  • Black Eagle Palace
  • Moskovits Palace
  • Oradea Zoo
  • Oradea Fortress
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On day 14 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 Timișoara, where you will stay for 1 night.

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

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.

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

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Day 15

Day 15

  • Timișoara - Departure day
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  • Roses Park
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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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