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Romania's Highest - Moldoveanu and Negoiu – Carpathian

Romania's Highest - Moldoveanu and Negoiu NEW

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Carpathian
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We invite you to join an unforgettable journey combining the ascent of Romania's highest summits - Moldoveanu (2,544 m), Negoiu (2,535 m) and Vistea Mare (2,527 m) - with visits to some of the country's most emblematic cultural landmarks. Over five days we climb three magnificent peaks in the heart of the Carpathians, and also come face to face with the mystery and history of the Romanian mountains.
The ascents take us along picturesque mountain paths, past dramatic rock formations and alpine lakes, offering challenge and extraordinary views in equal measure. Every climb immerses you in the wild beauty of the mountains, known as the Alps of Transylvania.
We visit the monastery of Curtea de Arges, one of the holiest and most beautiful Orthodox churches in Romania, famous for its singular architecture and for the mysterious legend of Master Manole.
The programme is built for keen hikers who want not only an adventure in the Carpathians but also a real encounter with the rich history and culture of Romania. Prepare for six days of mountain experience at its best, bringing together the grandeur of the landscape with the magic of its history.

The programme is designed so that any reasonably experienced hiker can take part and enjoy it. Even so, very good fitness and stamina are essential, and you should be comfortable with around 1,000–1,200 metres of ascent and daily walks of about 12 km, over four consecutive days. These challenges repay you with extraordinary views and mountain moments you will not forget.

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Price
595 € 660 € −65 €
Discount available until 20 May 2027
All prices include VAT!

Tour Highlights

  • Moldoveanu (2,544 m)
  • Negoiu (2,535 m)
  • Vishtea Mare (2,527 m)
  • Bâlea Lake
  • Тhe monastery of Curtea de Arges

Price Includes / Excludes

Price Includes

  • Complete organization and coordination of the program
  • Licensed guide
  • Transportation during the program
  • Insurance assistance abroad with limit - 5,000 euro. The insurance is concluded with the insurance company Euroins
  • Accommodation in hut (1 night in Podragu hut)
  • Accommodation in hotel (3 nights at a high-altitude hotel.)

Price Excludes

  • Food
  • Personal expenses

Tour Itinerary

Departure time: 4:00 AM

An early start at 04:00 from the Vasil Levski stadium. We head for the Romanian border at Ruse. The aim is to be in Curtea de Arges, capital of the first Wallachian principality, by midday. We visit one of its best-known landmarks, the monastery of Curtea de Arges. Built in the 16th century, the monastery is famous for its beautiful architecture and for the legend of Master Manole, which tells how the master builder had to sacrifice his wife in order to complete it.
After lunch we head for the famous Transfăgărășan pass and our goal for the day, Bâlea Lake. We check into a high mountain lodge, with free time afterwards. In the evening we hold a briefing on what the next day holds.

Начало на трекинг програмата с изкачване на втория по височина връх в Румъния, Негою (2535м). Ранно ставане и закуска. Потегляме с възможно най-леки раници за еднодневен преход. Започваме ударно с изкачване до подножието на връх Пълтину (2366м). Движим се по много добре маркирана пътека, която се вие на серпентини, така че няма да усетим колко бързо ще наберем денивелация.

Следва участък с редуване на леки изкачвания и спускания, докато не достигнем и първия връх за деня и нашата програма - връх Лейтел (2391 м). От тука вече ще имаме ясна гледка към масивните стени на Негою и съседните Леспези (2522 м) и Кълцун (2510 м). След Лейтел следва спускане до красивото ледниково езеро Кълцун, където ще направим по-дълга почивка.

След езерото започва и втората част от прехода до Негою. Оттук нататък сме само нагоре. Тази част от прехода е невероятно красива, но изисква и повишено внимание. В началото ще се движим по морени докато не достигнем ключовия пасаж за деня - стръмен кулоар, който е обезопасен с верига. Няма да представлява трудност за никого. Проходът носи името Strunga Doamnei, според някои истории името му идва от княгиня (на Румънски “doamnă”), която е преминала през този проход в древни времена. Заобикаляме скалистия връх Динтре и се озоваваме право в подножието на Негою. Около 40-45 минути ни делят от връхната точка. От върха се откриват спиращи дъха панорамни гледки към околните планини и долини. При ясно време се вижда цялата планинска верига Фъгъраш, както и първенецът Молдовяну.

Ще имаме доволно време за почивка и снимки. Отправяме изходната точка. Вечерта е отново време за почивка, подготвяне на багажа за следващите дни и брифинг.

15.0 km 1585 meters 1585 meters 9 hours and 30 minutes 2 peaks

След като се наспим добре, закусим и проверим екипировката, ще започнем прехода около 9:00 - 9:30 сутринта. Днес ще бъде най-лекият ден – идеално след вчерашното изкачване на Негою. Започваме със стръмно изкачване към подножието на връх Йезерул Капрей (2418 м), който можем да изкачим, ако групата има желание. Ще преминем и покрай красивото езеро Капра.

След Капра следва почти изцяло спускане до скалния феномен “Прозорецът на Драконите”. Fereastra Zmeilor е резултат от естествената ерозия на скалите, създавайки внушителен "прозорец". Името „Змей“ идва от румънските легенди за могъщи дракони и змейове, които според преданията обитавали планинските върхове. Fereastra Zmeilor е наречен така, защото се вярвало, че това е място, през което тези същества наблюдавали света отвисоко.

Имаме избор между две пътеки за достигане до хижата. Ние ще поемем по пътеката, която подсича северните склонове на главното било. Ще се редуват изкачвания и слизания с различна дължина, ще преминем покрай езерото Подрагел, ще подсечем живописния връх Подрагу и неусетно ще достигнем хижата, която ще бъде наш дом за следващите 2 дни.

Вечерта е време за почивка и подготовка за голямото предизвикателство – изкачването на Молдовяну.

900 meters 861 meters 5 hours and 30 minutes 1 peak

Today takes us to two of the highest summits in the Carpathians - Vishtea Mare, the third-highest, and Moldoveanu, the highest of all. After breakfast at the hut we set off with light packs for a single day's walking. Our first task is the climb from the hut to the main ridge, after which begins a seemingly endless traverse of constant ups and downs until we reach the foot of these mountain giants.
The climb to Vishtea Mare starts from the Orzaneaua saddle, and from Vishtea Mare it is another 15-20 minutes to Moldoveanu itself. The views from the summit are striking and stay with you. Once we have taken in the panorama and earned our photographs, we head back to Podragu hut for a well-deserved rest.

20.0 km 1650 meters 1650 meters 2 peaks

Today we visit Bran Castle, known the world over as the castle of Count Dracula. We allow 2-3 hours to look round, after which we set off for Bulgaria.

Estimated drop-off time 10:00 PM

Required Documents !

  • Valid Bulgarian ID or international passport

Important:

In the event of a change in weather conditions during the tour or other unforeseen situations, the guide may change the route or offer another alternative option to the participants for their safety.
If the program cannot happen due to bad weather forecast, the organizer will refund 100% of the price to the participants
In order to take part in the tour, you must be in good physical health and condition, and notify the organizer in case you have any illnesses or injuries
If the number of participants is less than the minimum 6 and the program will not happen, the organizer will notify all registered participants up to 7 days before the event
Discounts cannot be combined

Three seasons trekking equipment

Shoes

Suitable shoes for the mountain, according to the weather forecast. High ankle or low shoes. You may wear sneakers to change into at the end of the program

Spare socks

Lighting

Headlamp - An absolute must-have accessory for every mountaineer. It may be necessary for the group to start a trek very early or finish the trek in the dark (force majeure). In these situations, each participant must have a headlamp. We recommend going with a proven brand like Petzl or BlackDiamond

Spare batteries

Backpack

About 40 liters backpack - Quite enough for one or two day hikes.

Backpack cover - in case of rain

Clothing top

Depending on the season and weather conditions

T-shirt or thin thermal base layer - from merino or synthetic. In no case cotton material

Fleece

A down jacket or other jacket with synthetic insulation - a thin down jacket is recommended. Evenings and mornings in the mountains, temperatures are low. No expensive down jacket needed

Wind and water proof jacket

Thin hat and gloves

Buff

Clothing bottom

Depending on the season and weather conditions

Comfortable long pants - in the perfect case with zippers for ventilation

Sun protection

Sunglasses

Summer hat

Sun cream with high protection

Buff with UPF protection

Rain protection

Raincoat

-or-

Waterproof top and bottom

Water and food

Water (1.5 liters)

Food for the trek

Money and documents

Money

ID or passport

Other

First aid kit

Trekking poles

Cancellation Policy:

Чл. 89. (Изм. – ДВ, бр. 37 от 2018 г., в сила от 01.07.2018 г.) (1) Пътуващият има право да прекрати договора за туристически пакет по всяко време преди започването на изпълнението на туристическия пакет. The tourist owes a penalty as follows:

60 or more days before tour start: Cancellation fee of 20 €, as well as if there are actual expenses incurred for plane tickets, ferry fees, hotel reservations, insurance, visas, bus tickets, etc., included in the package price of the trip
Between 59 and 45 days before tour start: 30% from the price
Between 44 and 30 days before tour start: 50% from the price
Between 29 and 15 days before tour start: 80% from the price
Less than 14 days before tour start: 100% from the price
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