15 Best Day Trips from Bucharest

“Roberto was a great guide-- professional, knowledgeable, great sense of humor, very easy to understand. We saw everything listed on the itinerary. The van was comfortable & the driver was skilled with navigating roads, roadblocks & traffic. I can highly recommend this day trip as…”

“We absolutely loved the salt mine trip. Our guide, Rodika was absolutely brilliant. She was informational and informative and showed a real passion for the history of Romania in which we learned a lot about on the way to the salt mines. The mine itself…”

“Excellent! Amazing place, the driver and the guide were so polite. Thanks very much”

“The salt mine was beyond imagination. An architectural marvel cut deep into the mountains. High ceilings and not one single pillar. Simply magnificent. The air was light and so fresh despite the stillness. The ride deep into the mine was an experience itself.”

“Didn’t see any bears, driver was driving very fast around the curves. The views on top are amazing though. May have to do this again in summer.”

“A great guide who communicated well beforehand, was punctual, drove safely, imparted vast knowledge and threw in jokes! He even slowed down to let us photograph random things like storks on telegraph poles! I felt I could trust him and we all laughed together as…”

“Depending on the time of year the traveling takes place (autumn, winter) make sure to have warm clothes, because even though it may be a bit fresh or cool enroute to Bulgaria, the weather changes unexpectedly, especially when visiting the Fortress at such a high…”

“What an amazing day trip!! We were picked up by Sergiu and he took us to some very spectacular scenery. We were very luck to have seen a bear and his baby. The only downside to it was the long drive... about 4 hrs to…”

“The most amazing day trip and my highlight from Romania! Sebastian is friendly, professional, kind and very knowledgeable. He was an excellent driver and guide. The vehicle was so comfortable and he made enough stops for us. He is an excellent photographer and was very…”

“Sebastian was a really great guide. The tour is really well organised with lots of interesting stops. We were really lucky and got to see a lot of bears. Would recommend!”

“Great experience seeing the mines, definitely lord of the ring vibes. Remember to take something warm as it's a bit chilly down there.”

“Interesting excursion, suitable for kids and old people, Florian didn't push the tourists to buy stuff, everything was in a friendly mood. A comfortable minivan. Thank you!!!”

“Had an incredible time on our tour from Bucharest to Bulgaria! Roxanne, our guide, was amazing! She was an excellent driver and very knowledgeable! She had a great sense of humor was a true delight! Highly, highly recommend!”

“Worth doing, great drive, scenic views, lakes, dams, waterfalls and tbe Transfagarsan. Unfortunately no bears. That's nature.”

“Memorable experience! Impressive salt mine and Vlad’s grave was spectacular. Our tour guide, Octavian, was awesome; very informative and accommodating.”