The Danube Quest at Dubova: Wonders & Natural Escapes

Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights

Price: €920/person (in double room) | €1060 in single room

Ideal group size: 6–16 pax

Trip code: RO-DISCOVER

5 Nights Accomodation at Marras Resort, Dubova

2025 Dates (August–October):

August 21–26, 2025 (Thu–Tue)/ September 4–9, 2025 (Thu–Tue)/ September
18–23, 2025 (Thu–Tue)/ October 2–7, 2025 (Thu–Tue) / October 16–21, 2025 (Thu–Tue)

2026 Dates (Spring & Autumn):

May 14–19, 2026 (Thu–Tue)/ June 4–9, 2026 (Thu–Tue)/ June 25–30, 2026
(Thu–Tue)/ September 3–8, 2026 (Thu–Tue)/ September 17–22, 2026 (Thu–Tue)/ October 1–6, 2026 (Thu–Tue)
A scenic immersion in the wild beauty of the Danube Gorge. Discover ancient legends carved into cliffs, natural
bridges, and hidden waterfalls. This itinerary blends adventure, nature, and leisure at a relaxed pace.

Highlights

• Iron Gates and Danube Gorge
• Ponicova Cave and Decebal’s Rock
• Bigăr Waterfall and Beușnița Cascade
• Steam Train Ride on Anina Historic Railway
• Natural Wonders: Ochiul Beiului, Ponoarele Bridge, Ostrov Island

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Drobeta Turnu Severin

• Visit to the Severin Fortress, Apollodor Bridge Remains, Iron Gates Hydroplant. • Optional lunch (not included)
• Transfer to Marras Resort, Dubova (approx. 53 km)
• Check-in and relax at the pool
• Included dinner at the resort
• Evening: Team games & relaxing music

Day 2: Ostrov Island, Wild Horses & Caves

• Breakfast
• Bus transfer to Coronini (approx. 75 km)
• Boat tour to Ostrov Island, wild horse observation, Gaura cu Musca Cave, and Ladislau Fortress
(Golubac Fortress visible across the Danube)
• Afternoon: Pool time and relaxation
• Dinner followed by themed disco or karaoke night

Day 3: Cascades, Steam Train & Forest Picnic

Breakfast • Bigăr Waterfall (approx. 100 km / 2h)
• Visit to Rudaria Watermills (approx. 20 km)

• Steam Train: Anina (14:15) to Oravița
• Bus pick-up from Oravița, visit Ochiul Beiului and Beușnița Cascade (1.5 km hike)
• Picnic stop en route
• Return to Dubova resort
• Included dinner
• Outdoor storytelling & movie night

Day 4: Hiking, Boat Tour & Relaxation

Breakfast • Guided hike to Ciucarul Mare (1.5 km trail)
• Afternoon: Optional catamaran boat trip (approx. €50) to Ponicova Cave, Veterani Grotto & Decebal
Rock
• Included dinner
• Evening: Relax/ fishing on the Dock

Day 5: Natural Wonders & Farewell Party

• Breakfast

• Ponoarele Natural Bridge & Ponoarelor Cave (approx. 2h)

• Evening: Festive dinner & farewell celebration

Day 6: Farwell to Romania

• Breakfast
• Transfer to Belgrade, Serbia (Either airport) or overnight in Belgrade with Belgrade City Tour
(optional)

Included:
 Accommodation at Marras Resort, Dubova (5 nights)
 Halfboard (breakfast, dinner)
 Transport during the tour
 English-speaking guide
 Entry fees where applicable (unless noted as optional)
Not Included:
 International flights (Suggested flight to Belgrade or Timisoara)
 Optional activities & Experiences
 Lunch

Not Included:

Catamaran boat experience with prosecco and charcuterie
 Helicopter Tour over Decebal Statue – 110 Euro/person (30 min flight)
 ATV Off-Road Adventure in the Forest – 55 Euro/person (2 hours)
 Saturday Night Club Experience – 20 Euro/person (includes one cocktail & entry)