A Taste of Romania’s Wild Soul

An unforgettable 3-day mix of nature, legends & tradition

Forget the rush. Slow down in the scenic villages of Rucar–Bran with a local guide by your side.
Ideal for weekend adventurers, couples, families, solo traveller or friend groups.

No stress. No crowds. Just fresh air, good shoes, and the real Romania.

Hubert Holidays – Explore slowly. Travel deeply. Hike happily.

Highlights of Your Adventure

🛏️ Authentic Guesthouse Stay
Sleep in a cozy, traditional mountain guesthouse surrounded by nature.

🧭 Expert Local Guide
Enjoy two full days with a trusted English-speaking guide who knows the region inside out.

🥾 Scenic Guided Hike
Walk through rolling hills and quiet forests with stunning views of the Carpathians.

🏰 Visit Bran Castle Village
Explore the legendary home of Dracula — from the castle grounds to the artisan markets.

🚐 Private Transfers from Airport
Relax with included round-trip transport from airpor to the mountains.

👣 Small Group & Slow Travel
Forget the crowds. This is a relaxed, meaningful experience with plenty of space to explore.

💰 Excellent Value
Only £199/person

🏡 2 nights in a rustic guesthouse (double/triple room)

🚐 Private transfers from/to Bucharest, Brasov or Craiova

🧭 Full-time local guide (3 days)

🏰 Explore Bran Castle from the outside — where legends come to life

📲 English-speaking assistance throughout

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  • 🗓️ DAY 1 –Arrival & Village Life Introduction
    • Pickup from Bucharest, Brasov or Craiova airport

    • Arrival in Rucăr village / Moieciu / Pestera - Bran

    • Welcome, check-in at traditional guesthouse

    • Guided walk through the village:

    - Learn about Romanian rural life


    - Visit local landmarks


    - Viewpoint stop for scenic photos


    • Evening – Free time to relax / explore on your own

    • (Optional: Traditional dinner can be arranged locally)
  • 🗓️ DAY 2 – Guided Hike & Bran Castle Exploration
    • Meet with your guide for a nature walk

    •  Guided hike (easy–moderate):

    - Rolling hills, meadows, and Carpathian views


    - Local stories, flora & fauna insights


    • Break for lunch (self-managed; options nearby)

    • Explore Bran Castle from the outside — where legends come to life

    - Walk around the castle grounds


    - Learn about Vlad the Impaler & Dracula myths


    - Free time in Bran market (souvenirs, crafts)


    • Return to guesthouse
  • 🗓️ DAY 3 – Farewell Views & Departure
    • Light morning walk to a local panoramic spot

    • Optional (depends on flight time) cooking workshop with the host & Folk costume photo session

    • Check-out from the guesthouse

    • Transfer back to Bucharest, Brasov or  Craiova Airport

🗓️ Tour Summary:

  • Discover the charm of rural Romania on this short, guided escape into the Carpathian Mountains. Designed for weekend travellers and curious explorers, this 3-day trip offers a perfect balance of nature, culture, and storytelling — all led by a knowledgeable local guide.
  • You'll stay in a traditional guesthouse, hike through peaceful hills with panoramic views, and explore the village around the famous Bran Castle — the legendary home of Dracula. With private transfers from Bucharest and guided experiences included, this is a stress-free way to experience Romania's authentic heart.

🛡️ Why Choose Hubert Holidays

With over 19 years of experience in the travel industry — and strong Romanian roots — we don’t just organise trips. We create meaningful, local journeys.

Travel like a guest, not a tourist.
Authentic. Personal. Unforgettable.

That’s the Hubert Holidays promise.

✔️ Founded by Romanian travel experts
🛡️ Protected by PTS (Peace of mind guaranteed)
✅ Perfect for solo travellers, couples & small groups
📲 Full support before and during your trip
💯 No hidden costs. No crowds.

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Small Groups



Join a small group of like-minded travellers that, like you, are eager to safely and confidently experience all the things that make our world worth exploring.

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Locally based guides



At Hubert Holidays, we don’t have tour guides — we have Chief Experience Officers. And they are all locally based, meaning they know the area you’re exploring like the back of their well-travelled hand.

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100% guaranteed departures



Pack those bags and don't break a sweat because we guarantee every single one of our departures. As long as it's safe, you're going!

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Built to support local communities



We have always created our tours by building meaningful relationships with local communities, directly benefiting the people and places we visit.



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Flexibility, freedom, fun



No matter the Travel Style, our tours balance well-planned itineraries with the flexibility to do your own thing and make the experience your own.No matter the Travel Style, our tours balance well-planned itineraries with the flexibility to do your own thing and make the experience your own.

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G for Good



When you travel with us, you experience first-hand our commitment to making travel a force for good is in everything we do





What People Say About Us

Testimonials

Nick is an excellent professional, a dream adventure, many surprises, communicative and attentive to all tourists, an unforgettable experience. We recommend and thank you very much 🙏🙏 We love Hubert Holidayd and soon we will start another adventure with him with great pleasure ❤️❤️


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Joy, friendship and an unforgettable experience...💐🥰



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Nick is very professional, always happy to answers to my questions, and trust me I have a lot. I would definitely recommend!


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