4 Day Romania Horse Riding Tour in The Wilderness of The Carpathian Mountains
Romania Horseback Riding Tour
Nedeea Vâlceană is preparing for a new horseback trip in the Lotru mountains. The arrival will be on Thursday evening and the first night, you will stay at the cottage, at home at Nedeea Vâlceană. There will be two nights of sleeping in a tent and three days of adventure, effort, fatigue, and joy. It will be an endurance tour, addressed only to experienced riders.
Highlights
- 3 days of horse riding
- View the Buila-Vânturarița peaks and the whole Lotrului valley
- See Făgăraș and the whole Loviștei Country, the Cozia massif, and a part of the Olt gorge
- Endurance rides on the mountain for experienced riders
- 3 nights accommodation
- Daily meals and drinks
- Guide service during the trip
Skill level
- Intermediate
Styles
Accommodation
On the first night, you will sleep at Nedeea Vâlceană's chalet, "Thousands of Stars". For the next two nights, you will spend it in tents at Robu Mountain, surrounded by horses and dogs, your loyal friends.
Program
You will leave on horseback from Odăi (Nedeea Vâlceană, Călinești village, Brezoi town) on Saturday morning to the Lotru ridge. You will leave the deciduous forest behind and begin to climb through the fir forests, toward the alpine hollows. The landscapes seen from the ridge are special, you can see in the distance Făgăraș and the whole Loviștei Country, the Cozia massif, part of the Olt gorge, the Buila-Vânturarița peaks, and the whole Lotrului valley.
The equestrian route lasts three days, from Friday to Sunday, and fulfills the wishes of those who want to try endurance rides on the mountain. In Robu, you will camp for two nights, and on Sunday, you will go with the horses to gallop on the ridges. Along the way, you will be accompanied by off-road vehicles, which will carry food and luggage.
Daily itinerary
Day 1
In the evening of the first day, the group will gather at the chalet "A Thousands of Stars".
Day 2
In the morning, saddle up your horses, put your bags in the car, and leave for the mountains. After three or four hours, when you are in the alpine area, you will take another break to eat. Around 5:00 or 6:00 p.m., you will be at Robu Mountain. You will set up the tents, eat dinner, and enjoy the night with a glass of wine around the campfire.
Day 3
On this day, go to the ridge of the mountains (almost 2000 meters), take some breaks to enjoy the mountain flowers, and maybe the blueberries, and admire the view of Transylvania. In the evening, you will be back in your tents, unsaddle the horses, eat something, and sleep well.
Day 4
On your last day, you will get your horses and leave the mountain. Around 5:00 or 6:00 p.m., you will be back at the chalet, where you will enjoy a well-deserved dinner.
Location
The tour will take place in Călinești, Valcea County, Romania.
Carpathian Mountains
The Carpathian Mountains kept their charm due to the wildness they offer. Wild animals like brown bears, wolves, and deers and many species of birds, rivers, and virgin forests with trails walked only by animals and the landscapes that take your breath away make the Carpathian a place where you want to put the saddle on your horse and just go.
Food
All meals and drinks throughout the trip will be provided and included in the price.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
- Alcoholic beverages
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
- Yogic
What's included
- 3 guided horse riding days
- 3 nights accommodation
- All meals and drinks daily
- Use of horses
- Rented tents
- Transport from the town to the chalet and back
What's not included
- Airfare
- Airport transfers
- Personal expenses
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Sibiu International Airport
44 km
Transfer not provided
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Sibiu International Airport (SBZ). Airport transfer is not included in the price. This is the closest airport to Nedeea Vâlceană and you can come by train or bus to Brezoi or Nedeea Vâlceană can help with a cheaper taxi. For more information, please send an inquiry.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 50% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.
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