Brașov Mountain Landscape - Overlanding
A day of photography in motion, along the hidden roads and ridgelines around Brașov.
Photography: Mountain landscapes around Brașov
Tour duration: 1 day (12 hours)
Participants: minimum 2 people
Available in : January – December
Difficulty: overlanding (4×4 vehicle)
Transport: included, departure from Brașov
Guiding languages: Romanian and English
Price: from 140€/person – min. 2 people
Choose the right moment for you, two days before the tour. We’ll take care of the rest.
“The photo tour titled simply ‘Holbav – Poiana Mărului’ is, for any photography enthusiast, a true celebration for both the eye and the soul.”
Andrei Cotruș – Târgu Mureș
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Cătălin Săvulescu – Bucharest
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Tour Description:
Sunrise in the open landscape We set off early in search of the right sunrise location, chosen according to light and field conditions — where mist lifts from the valleys and the landscape builds itself layer by layer. Mobility in the field gives us the freedom to follow the atmosphere, not a fixed route. We focus on:
reading the light before sunrise
composing in natural layers
quick adaptation to changing field conditions
Overlanding exploration Throughout the day we alternate driving with short photography stops, exploring the areas between Poiana Mărului and Holbav. This is a stage where photography is guided by the road and the light, not by a fixed plan. Types of frames:
wide landscapes from ridgelines
terrain details and textures rural scenes and
secondary roads
Rhythm of the day and breaks Breakfast and lunch breaks are naturally integrated into the flow of the tour, in locations chosen for atmosphere and perspective. These moments are not just logistical, but part of the experience:
observing changing light
recalibrating the route based on conditions
spontaneous exploration of interesting areas
Sunset on the ridges Towards the evening we return to special locations for sunset, when the light becomes warm and the landscape gains depth. This is the moment when:
contrasts become stronger and
forms become more defined
photography becomes more intuitive
About the experience The entire experience is built around field photography, with emphasis on observation, composition, and adaptation to light — a full day in which road and image continuously influence each other.
Private photo tour operated by PhotoTOUR
Important: for fixed departure photo tours, please visit the TOURS section.
Itinerary: Brașov - Holbav - Poiana Mărului - Zărnesti - Brașov
Difficulty: Overlanding on the high hills beneath the Brașov Mountains.
Photo equipment: Please refer to the equipment list in the internal PhotoTOUR section. For companions/non-photographers, a good smartphone is recommended to capture memories.
Trekking equipment: Please refer to the equipment list in the internal PhotoTOUR section.
Accommodation: Not applicable.
Meals: Breakfast and dinner are not included. However, optional stops for meals are included in the program at guesthouses or local restaurants.
Transport: Included on the tour day from Brașov to the photography area and back.
Companions: The price for companions is the same as for participants.
Price: From 140€/person for a minimum group of 2 people.
Single participant price: 250€.
Included:
Transport by car during the tour,
Photo guidance and mentoring – Mihai Moiceanu.
Not included:
Meals,
Beverages of any kind,
Travel and accident insurance.
Payment method: Payment is made online by credit or debit card, based on the invoice issued after registration confirmation, or by bank transfer to our account. The tour is paid in full (100%) upon invoice issuance.
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