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This was a very well thought out holiday with an excellent mixture of walks and visits designed to give us an insight into the local way of life that fell exactly ...
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A vegan in Romania
A great trip that was as described in the trip notes, I felt the most relaxed I have felt on holiday. September is a good time to go as there is still some sun dur...
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Breathtaking
Having been on several Exodus trips before I was unsure of what to expect as I not done any trips as remote as this. Not removed from civilisation but bit on the ...
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Carpathian Walking and Bears
A thoroughly enjoyable trip with good company and excellent guides - Tomas from Exodus, Janina and Catarina from Villa Hermani. Most days were walking - at variab...
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A largely positive, interesting and varied trip, despite four seasons is a week
The walking was good, but maybe it was the varied other experiences and activities that made the trip more special. The visits to Bran Castle, the fortified churc...
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Carpathian walking and bears
One of the best holidays we've been on, beautiful scenery, lovely walks, good food and company. It was a privilege to see the bears, and we loved Brasov, but really...
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Carpathian walking and bears
One of the best holidays we've been on, beautiful scenery, lovely walks, good food and company. It was a privilege to see the bears, and we loved Brasov, but really ...
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Carpathian Bears review
A superb trip with a great hotel, lovely staff and a fabulous tour guide. My favourite part really was seeing the bears it was truly magical, cute and cuddly. The he...
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Carpathian Walking and Bears
A lovely relaxing holiday with varied activities; walking, bear watching and sight seeing. Hotel Magura was excellent; spacious rooms with stunning views, great foo...
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Good variety of activities in a beautiful setting
This trip has a good variety of everything - hiking, bears and sight-seeing. Overall we really enjoyed this trip and it's opened my eyes to Romania, particularly Tr...
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CARPATHIAN CULTURE AND WILDLIFE
Carpathian Culture and Wildlife (May 2011) is a wonderful mix of visiting ridgetop villages and farms in the Transylvanian mountains, hikes up into the forests and p...
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Carpathian Walking and Bears
This was our first walking holiday and our first trip with Exodus too, but it hopefully won't be the last of either as we had such a fantastic time. It was just the...
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Walking in Romanian Carpathian mountains
A fantastic trip shared with some lovely people. The walking was good, the sights were fantastic the 2 trips to see the bears was breathtaking. Watching the bears in...
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CARPATHIAN CULTURE AND WILDLIFE
Food for the soul! - A week of stunning scenery and good company led by Cosmin and Katerina, both of whom's passion for Romania's wildlife and culture is inspiration...
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MULTUMESC!!!!! From Karen and Michael
Lovely, friendly local people and countryside. Great fun with the group with lots of laughs and banter. Udu was an excellent tour leader, very knowledgeable and wit...
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CARPATHIAN CULTURE AND WILDLIFE
Wonderful scenery, amazing wildlife, delicious food - a fantastic experience. Seeing the bears in the wild just metres away was really quite something! We saw 6 diff...
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CARPATHIAN CULTURE AND WILDLIFE
A great mixture of walking and culure/wildlife Seeing the wild bears and a wolf from the bear hidein the woods Excellent, he got to know us really quickly. he knew ...
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CARPATHIAN CULTURE AND WILDLIFE
We had a wonderful holiday! The scenery was beautiful and we were made very welcome by Katerina at the guest house and Cosmin, our guide. There were many ...
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Carpathian Walking and Bears
This was a very varied week in the Romanian Carpathian mountains. Every day was different and the holiday lived up to and exceeded my expectations. The village where...
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Carpathian Mountains Rumania
This was a wonderful holiday in every respect, one that we will remember for many years.The scenery, location, food, company were all great. The villa and it's hosts...
Editor’s Take
What to Look for in Romania Tour Reviews
Most trip reviews tend to focus on some or all of these 5 key areas, not all of which may be relevant to you: the tour guide, travel company, service level, country or countries traveled in, and the trip itinerary. Remember, just because you see a 1 star review doesn’t necessarily mean that person disliked the country.
Having a local guide in Romania is a helpful way to learn more about this destination’s rich history. While Romanians are typically friendly and hospitable to tourists, you may encounter language barriers in more remote regions. As Romanian culture is steeped in tradition and superstition, guides will also fill you in on cultural nuances that you may not know about.
A typical Romanian meal consists of meat and carbs. Traditional Romanian cuisine embraces the “whole animal” concept, so be prepared to see things such as tripe or brain on the menu. If you’re not an adventurous eater, or have specific dietary preferences, a local guide will be an invaluable source to you
Due to the diverse landscape of Romania, tour itineraries offer several unique Romanian experiences. You could choose the more active route and explore the vastness of the Carpathian Mountain range, or you could revel in the beauty and exuberance of the country’s several castles and churches. You could also experience a bit of everything, as tours offer a diverse set of options that explore more of Eastern Europe.
Lower-rated reviews of Romania are typically due to the vastness of the country. By the end of the trip, some travelers feel like they’ve only gotten a small taste of Romania’s charm. Sometimes, travelling from one destination to another can take hours — after all, Romania is the 12th largest country in Europe! Most itineraries focus on Southern Transylvania, but if you want to experience iconic landmarks such as the Danube Delta, Bran’s Castle, the Merry Cemetery, and Bigăr Waterfall, make sure you have enough time to fully enjoy these destinations.
Tourists may also get frustrated by the transportation offered in Romania. While the train and bus networks are extensive, construction and maintenance may cause delays. In comparison to other nations, the trains are also relatively slower — but this means you have more time to enjoy the Romanian terrain. At times, buses may be the better option for transportation!
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