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After months of training, the big day finally arrives as you meet your fellow trekkers and your NSPCC Charity Rep at London Heathrow airport, and travel to Bucharest. Upon arrival in Romania, you will be greeted by the local Charity Challenge team and enjoy a three-hour transfer to the medieval city of Brasov. You'll be able to soak up the impressive Romanian countryside as you head to the village of Bran, where you will set up camp and have your first team dinner together. (Please note that today’s lunch is not included).
You'll wake up with a sense of excitement and anticipation as you get set to begin the first day of trekking! You'll start the day by heading off into the outstandingly beautiful Bran-Rucar corridor, nestled in the hilly region between Bucegi and Piatra Craiului Massigs. The views of the sweeping hills and mountainous terrain will leave you breathless as you marvel at the exquisite beauty of this alluring region. The route takes in some of Romania's impressive forests, and after your long day of trekking you will return to your campsite for dinner and a chance to relax.
After breakfast you will visit Romania's most famous landmark, Bran Castle. Originally built in the 14th century, Bran Castle (more famously known as Dracula's Castle) was renovated in the 19th century by the Romanian royal family. You'll have some time to look around before setting off on your day's hike, which will begin with a climb up to the alpine village of Mugura. The trek winds its way through forests and open ridges, before descending down to your campsite, where you will enjoy another group meal and reflect on your day's achievements.
Expect to be challenged as you embark on today's climb to Varful Batrana (2,189m). The route includes a steep ridge at high elevation, and then its onwards and upwards to the day's summit. After a picnic you'll descend from Strunga Saddle to the village of Moieciu de Sus before heading back to your campsite. Today's tough trekking will feel like a significant accomplishment as you enjoy another relaxing evening in the campsite before setting off on tomorrow's last day of trekking.
The route today treks through some deep gorges and flourishing alpine meadows, which is then followed by a beautiful climb to a stunning vantage point where you can soak up the breathtaking beauty of the Romanian Alps. You'll begin to descend towards the village of Sirnea, exploring country lanes and secret footpaths and discovering the true beauty of Romania's countryside.
Once you've completed your incredible challenge, your will celebrate your accomplishements with a team dinner and final overnight stay in the campsite.
Proud of having conquered the Transylvanian Alps, we transfer back to Bucharest for lunch (time permitting) and then board our flight back to the UK. Saying goodbye to new found friends and trekking partners will be tough, so be sure to exchange contact details before parting ways.
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