4-Day Romania Road Trip from Craiova to Bucharest

Photo of People are walking in streets near Saint Elias Church. Built 1890. Craiova. Romania.
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Description

Summary

Duration
4 days & 3 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
3 nights included
Car rental
4 days included
Flights
Optional
Travel app
All vouchers, itinerary, & map

Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 4-day road trip through Romania.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in Romania. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 2 nights in Craiova and 1 night in Bucharest, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Romania. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Craiova and Bucharest. We'll help you experience the best 4 days in Romania you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Craiova, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in Romania, including the stunning Nicolae Romanescu Park and "Alexandru Buia" Botanical Garden.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We've handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in Romania. From the magnificent Tineretului Park to the breathtaking Alexandru Ioan Cuza Park and Cișmigiu Gardens, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. As you hit the open road and drive through Craiova and Bucharest, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Romania. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in Romania.

Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in Romania. You'll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you'll never have a boring moment on your road trip through Romania.

Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in Romania.

You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything Romania has to offer. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.

You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.

Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of Romania. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 3 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 3 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.

You'll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. All taxes are included in your vacation package price. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in Romania extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.

The best services in Romania fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your self-drive road trip in Romania today!

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Included

Hotel, 3 nights
Rental car, 4 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Photo of the facade of the Administrative Palace of Craiova (today Dolj Prefecture and County Council), an imposing historical monument located on the territory of Craiova, Romania.Craiova / 2 nights
Antique building view in Old Town Bucharest city - capital of Romania and Dambrovita river. Bucharest, Romania, Europe.Bucharest / 1 night

Map

Attractions

Parcul Herăstrău (Parcul Regele Mihai I), Sector 1, Bucharest, RomaniaKing Mihai I Park (Herăstrău) CA
Photo of Autumn Trees Landscape Of Tineretului Park In Bucharest, Romania.Tineretului Park
Photo of beautiful landscape with green trees, leaves, vintage clock and many small blue forget me not or Scorpion grasses flowers in a sunny day at the entry to Cismigiu Garden (Gradina Cismigiu) in Bucharest, Romania.Cișmigiu Gardens
Sunny Day View in the IOR Park, Bucharest, Romania , Reflection of the Nature in the Water, Nature in the Middle of The City, Alexandru Ioan Cuza Park.Alexandru Ioan Cuza Park (I O R )
Photo of beautiful landscape view over a pond inside the Nicolae Romanescu Park in Craiova city, Romania.Nicolae Romanescu Park
Alexandru Buia" Botanical Garden
Parcul Tineretului, Craiova, Craiova Metropolitan Area, Dolj, RomaniaParcul Tineretului
English Park
Centrul Vechi al Craiovei
Craiova Art MuseumArt museum of Craiova

Travel details

Travel dates
Jan 1 - Jan 4

Include flights?

Yes
No

Flights

Round trip
Economy
Round trip
Economy

Travelers

Rooms

1 traveler1 room
1 traveler1 room

Flights
Yes
No

Round trip
Economy
Round trip
Economy

Car
Yes
No

Car

Small car

Small car

Category
small car
Transmission
People
Large bags
Medium car

Medium car

Category
Medium
Transmission
People
Large bags
Premium car

Premium car

Category
premium car
Transmission
People
Large bags

Hotels

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Day 1 – Craiova - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Craiova - arrival day

  • Craiova - Arrival day
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  • Alexandru Buia" Botanical Garden
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Craiova has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible "Alexandru Buia" Botanical Garden. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,690 visitors.

Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Craiova, Casa Ghincea. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,494 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Craiova is Big Ben. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,194 customers.

Locals recommend Epoca Steak House & Wine Bar Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Craiova. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,125 customers.

Craiova also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Craiova is Soho. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 844 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Craiova is Curtea Berarilor Craiova. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 714 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 4-day vacation in Romania!

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Experiences

Day 2 – Bucharest

Day 2

Day 2 – Bucharest

  • Craiova
  • Bucharest
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Drive 239 km, 3 hours 21 min

  • Art museum of Craiova
  • English Park
  • Centrul Vechi al Craiovei
  • Nicolae Romanescu Park
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Day 2 of your road trip through Romania gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Bucharest for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Craiova is the amazing Art museum of Craiova. This attraction is a museum that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,002 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible must-see tourist destination, Craiova's Old Town. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,252 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Craiova is the outstanding Nicolae Romanescu Park. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,785 visitors.

There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Romania. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Bucharest, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try PAPILA, one of the best restaurants in the city of Bucharest. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 805 customers.

Locals also recommend Caru' cu bere as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bucharest. Caru' cu bere is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 30,392 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bucharest is Restaurant Hanu' lui Manuc. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 11,726 customers.

After dinner, visit QP Pub, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Bucharest. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 921 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Zeppelin Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 585 customers.

Alternatively, Control Club is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Bucharest. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,063 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Romania!

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Experiences

Day 3 – Bucharest and Craiova

Day 3

Day 3 – Bucharest and Craiova

  • Bucharest
  • Craiova
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Drive 259 km, 4 hours 17 min

  • Tineretului Park
  • Alexandru Ioan Cuza Park (I O R )
  • Cișmigiu Gardens
  • King Mihai I Park (Herăstrău) CA
  • More

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 3 of your epic road trip in Romania, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Craiova. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Craiova. You’ll stay in Craiova for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Craiova’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Craiova, start your day with a visit to the amazing Tineretului Park. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 35,370 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Alexandru Ioan Cuza Park. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 29,915 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Cișmigiu Gardens to make the most of your road trip across Romania. The spectacular Cișmigiu Gardens is a park that has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 34,920 visitors.

The lovely King Mihai I Park (Herăstrău) CA is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 57,016 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Craiova has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Craiova. Craiova offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Craft. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 988 reviews.

The remarkable Iberico is another top restaurant in Craiova we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,229 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous The Manor Restaurant & Lounge is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 717 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Craiova, the fantastic Steam Punk. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 678 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Toska. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 563 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Miky's Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 523 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Romania!

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Day 4 – Craiova - departure day

Day 4

Day 4 – Craiova - departure day

  • Craiova - Departure day
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  • Parcul Tineretului
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Day 4 of your road trip in Romania is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Craiova before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Parcul Tineretului is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Craiova. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,134 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Craiova and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Romania.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Craiova at Curtea Berarilor Craiova before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 714 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Steam Punk for your last chance at a meal in the city of Craiova. The Steam Punk restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 678 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Taverna to Petrino. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 526 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Craiova. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Romania!

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