Luxury 5-Day Romania Road Trip from Bucharest to Ploiești and surrounding area

Your luxury holiday in Romania begins as soon as you reach the city of Bucharest. There, you’ll pick up the luxury rental vehicle of your choice and hit the roads!

The first destination of your luxury vacation in Romania is Bucharest - a city with many fantastic attractions to explore. Catch an early flight to enjoy as much time as possible discovering Bucharest.

Start your sightseeing in the city with a visit to the fantastic Romanian Athenaeum. This concert hall is a popular stop on travelers’ itineraries in Bucharest, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 14,073 visitors.

Tonight you will be treated to a stay at one of best luxury hotels in Bucharest. We have picked out three of the most exclusive luxury lodging and hotel options for you to choose from.

Exploring new places can make you hungry. When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend trying one of the finest restaurants in Bucharest.

For a culinary experience you will remember, have a look at the menu at Coftale Specialty Coffee Shop. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,705 customers, it’s truly one of the best restaurants in the whole of Bucharest.

If you feel like having something slightly different, check out PAPILA. This is one of the most recommended restaurants in the city. Considering its average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 805 customers, it’s one that most guests enjoy.

Caru' cu bere is another restaurant you could book a table at tonight. This fantastic restaurant is often recommended by both travelers and locals in Bucharest, and has an impressive average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 30,392 customers.

As your day in Bucharest is coming to an end retreat to a bar where you can celebrate the start of your exciting luxury holiday in Romania.

Make your way to Origo. This bar promises a great atmosphere for your celebrations and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 4,167 customers.

Or, why not continue your evening at QP Pub, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars among 921 guests.

Another bar where you can have a great time tonight is Zeppelin Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 585 customers.

Raise a toast to the start of your 5-day luxury vacation in Romania and look forward to more fantastic days to come!

On day 2 of your exciting luxury holiday across Romania you will continue exploring the city of Bucharest. You still have 2 nights left in the city. Enjoy your break from the road and spend this day sightseeing and eating at some of the best restaurants in Bucharest. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions in the city.

Start your sightseeing of the day with a visit to the fantastic King Mihai I Park (Herăstrău) CA. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 60,313 visitors.

Next up on your agenda, you’ll find the extraordinary Dimitrie Gusti National Village Museum in Bucharest. This attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,618 visitors.

If you, like many others, have been feeling curious about the spectacular Grigore Antipa Natural History Museum natural history museum, then you should definitely take the opportunity to visit this attraction today. Grigore Antipa Natural History Museum has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 18,035 visitors and is visited by up to 150,001 people every year.

The outstanding Children's World Park is another stop you can visit today in Bucharest. This park is a highly recommended attraction in the city. Rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,125 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy of a visit.

If you want to experience even more of Bucharest, then consider a visit to the incredible Tineretului Park. Tineretului Park is a park and popular attraction most travelers enjoy. More than 37,293 people have rated this attraction an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily Bucharest has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences you’ll appreciate after a long day of sightseeing.

If you’re curious about the best restaurant in Bucharest, make sure to check out Hanu' Berarilor Casa Oprea Soare. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 11,370 customers.

Alternatively, another top-rated restaurant in the city is Restaurant Hanu' lui Manuc. This one-of-a-kind restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 11,726 customers.

A common recommendation among luxury travelers who have vacationed Bucharest before is Hanu' Berarilor Casa Elena Lupescu. This restaurant has a popular menu, deserving of an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,626 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, check out some of the bars in the area and experience the local nightlife.

Nomad Skybar is one of the best bars in Bucharest and the perfect place for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,882 customers.

You may also want to check out Shift. Equally popular, this bar offers a great drink list and a nice atmosphere for your celebrations. Shift is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,444 customers.

Alternatively, head out to Control Club. Control Club has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,063 customers and is a top choice among travelers as well as locals.

Reminisce about your day, look through photos, and prepare for another great day to come! Your luxury holiday in Romania has plenty more in store for you.

On day 3 of your luxury road trip holiday in Romania you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Bucharest and the city of Ploiești. You’ll stay in Ploiești for 1 night.

Your day starts in Bucharest. Give yourself time to see some of the city’s very best attractions before it's time to hit the road.

Make the amazing Cișmigiu Gardens your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 37,082 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this park and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Izvor Park. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 19,327 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this park and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Constitution Square. This must-see tourist destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 19,443 visitors.

When you’re finished at the urban park, the perfect next stop is the popular Carol Park. This spectacular urban park and attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 16,367 reviews.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Alexandru Ioan Cuza Park. This park is a remarkable attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 31,456 visitors.

Make the most of your day in Bucharest by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in Romania to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in Romania. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Bucharest today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Ploiești, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Cafeneaua Nației, one of the best restaurants in Ploiești. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 1,083 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Restaurant The New London as one of their top choices in the city. Restaurant The New London is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,648 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Ploiești is Bulevard Pub OK. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,024 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

The Fable is one of the best bars you can visit in Ploiești tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 679 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like KS Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 533 customers.

Alternatively, try Restaurant Giulia. Restaurant Giulia is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,212 customers.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in Romania! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

On day 4 of your luxury road trip holiday in Romania you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Dumbrăveni and the city of Bucharest. You’ll stay in Bucharest for 1 night.

Your day starts in Dumbrăveni. Give yourself time to see some of the city’s very best attractions before it's time to hit the road.

Make the amazing Edenland Park your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,422 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this park and attraction before you head there.

Make the most of your day in Dumbrăveni by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in Romania to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in Romania. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Dumbrăveni today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Bucharest, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Excalibur, one of the best restaurants in Bucharest. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,700 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Stadio Unirii as one of their top choices in the city. Stadio Unirii is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,146 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Bucharest is Romanian Craft Beer. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,501 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

Distrikt 42 is one of the best bars you can visit in Bucharest tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,865 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Arcade Cafe. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,781 customers.

Alternatively, try Haute Pepper. Haute Pepper is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,992 customers.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in Romania! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

Today is the last day of your 5-day luxury holiday in Romania and it’s soon time to start your journey home. This is your chance to get one last glimpse of Bucharest before saying goodbye.

Catch a later flight to enjoy some extra time for exploring. If you have a late departure, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

Make the most of what’s left of your luxury vacation in Romania by heading out to the stunning Bucharest Fountains. This extraordinary must-see tourist destination and attraction is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 9,675 reviews, and is an excellent choice for your last sightseeing in Bucharest.

Don’t end your vacation hungry. For one last meal in the city of Bucharest, check out the menu at Bazaar. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,635 customers.

You will then say farewell to Bucharest and begin your journey home. We wish you safe travels and a warm welcome home, with unforgettable memories and incredible photos from your luxury holiday in Romania in your luggage!