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Top 10 Day Trips from in Cluj-Napoca, Transylvania
Cluj-Napoca is the unofficial capital of Transylvania, and though you (probably) won’t find vampires here, you can explore castles, fortresses, botanical gardens, museums and parks. Cluj-Napoca has a vibrant arts scene that embraces both the traditional and the progressive. There are plenty of opportunities to enjoy classical concerts, theatrical performances, puppet shows and music of every genre, from jazz to modern pop to electronica.
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1. Private Day Trip to Sighisoara and gipsy community villages
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
For those that seek a fairytale image of Transylvania, this day trip will reveal the story of medieval villages surrounded by thick forests, of majestic fortified churches, and of citadels that are inhabited to this day. A visit to Sighisoara is perhaps the best way to experience time travel. And no holiday can be complete without experiencing a little bit of the local life. A visit in the heart of a gypsy community will teach us about their traditions and about crafts that have been long gone from today’s world.
Inclusions: Professional English-speaking guide, Transportation with a modern vehicle, Hotel pick-up and drop off, Entrance fees, Bottled water
Exclusions: Lunch (approx. €13/person), Photography fees, Tips for the tour guide
Reviewed By Guthius
We took this tour and had a great time. Our guide was very friendly and knowledgeable, and shared a lot of interesting information and history. We had a lot of fun, would definitely recommend!
2. Maramures best (1 day, from Cluj)
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
Highlights: - scenic road across the Carpathian Mountains - amazing haystacks landscape - 2 UNESCO heritage wooden churches - Merry Cemetery in Sapanta. - lunch with a local family - visit a traditional dowry room - meet some craftsmen (if available) The small-group format ensures a personalized experience.
Inclusions: services of a professional English speaking guide/driver, all transportation by private vehicle or minibus (gas, road tax and parking fees included), 1 lunch with the locals, Entry tickets for the two wooden churches and the Merry Cemetery
Exclusions: your meals and drinks (other than the ones mentioned above), photo / video entrance fees (where required), personal expenses
Reviewed By paulchirila
I learned a lot of new things about Cluj and all kinds of interesting details about landmarks, buildings, monuments etc. The information was easy to take in, a carefully chose combination of dates and historical events, famous personalities and places in the city.
3. Saxon Heritage in Transylvania: Day Trip from Cluj-Napoca
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
This full day tour brings you closer to the german ethnic group of the Saxons from Transylvania by visiting their most important city, Sibiu. In the afternoon you'll sample a bit of typical village life by walking through the romanian villages of Sibiel and Fantanele.
Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle, Alcoholic Beverages
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified
Reviewed By stanimir_kisyov
A very good and informative tour! We visited many interesting places and monuments in the city during the tour.
4. Sighisoara and Biertan: UNESCO in Transylvania
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
This is a full day tour to visit the best preserved citadel in Romania: Sighisoara. The small streets & squares are perfect to get lost in. In the afternoon, visit the small village and the fortified church of Biertan in a secluded valley.
Inclusions: Guide and driver, Transportation, Entry Fees at fortified church in Biertan and the evanghelical church in Sighisoara
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Reviewed By stanimir_kisyov
A very good and informative tour! We visited many interesting places and monuments in the city during the tour.
5. Day Trip From Cluj - Turda Salt Mine,Turda Gorge and Rimetea Village :)
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5.0 based on 13 reviews
Turda Salt Mine it’s probably one of the most important and interesting places to see in Transylvania. According to the top of the most spectacular sights to see out there made by the site businessinsider.com, Turda Salt Mine is situated on the 22nd place. Salina Turda, located in Turda, Romania, is home to an underground theme park that's nestled inside one of the oldest salt mines in the world. Turda Gorge. The canyon is nearly 3 km long, with 300 m high walls sculpted in weathered limestone. Bring the camera because you will be impressed with the work that a river did inside a mountain in hundreds of millions of years. At first sight, you will see two rocky massifs, which were once one and which were separated by erosion of Jurassic limestone rock by the river
Inclusions: Bottled water, 1 LANGOS, 1 Activity inside the Salt Mine
Exclusions: Traditional Dinner in Rimetea Village
Reviewed By Anastasiakarabicka
This was really amazing day! Much needed escape to the nature after long time. Guides Tudor and Manu are super lovely people, who also provided us necessary hiking equipment. The atmosphere was very friendly and we had a lot of fun. All respect for Tudor and Manu - a true sample of excellent tour guides! Thank you so much, hope to see you soon again!:))
6. Private day trip to Corvin Castle and Alba Carolina Fortress from Cluj-Napoca
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
The private day trip to Corvin Castle and Alba Carolina will give you a better perspective about Transylvania's culture, history, and architecture. Also, the two stops will give you the perfect opportunity to take some of the best pictures for your social media, while in Transylvania.
Inclusions: Transportation with a modern vehicle, Professional English-speaking guide, Hotel pick-up and drop-off, Entrance fees
Exclusions: Lunch, Photography fees, Personal expenses
Reviewed By LanaHarris
We made the day trip in 2019. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable, and the car was comfortable and clean. We dealt with Ilona, and she was very helpful in answering all our questions. We especially enjoyed the view of Sighisoara from the City Tower. We would highly recommend Rolandia if you're planning a trip to Transylvania.
7. One-day hike to “Piatra Secuiului” and the village of Rimetea
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Despite all the wonderful places I have seen, I must admit that the Apuseni (Western Carpathians) are the place I enjoy most every time my feet take me there. It is why I want to share their landscapes with as many people in search for an active, healthy and relaxing way of spending their time. Hiking in nature encompass real benefits for the body, mind and soul. That is why in my tours you will learn new things about these benefits, about the complex aspects of nature, you will learn the hiking techniques, how to use a compass and a map and we’ll talk about gear recommendations too. We’ll observe the landscapes, the flora and the fauna and, last but not least, we’ll enjoy an active day in the mountains and you will discover the stories and the legends of the area.
Inclusions: Transport and certified mountain guide - On request late lunch at a traditional guesthouse
Exclusions: Recommended gear, food for the trail
Reviewed By ManuelaM3457
I have met Marius and the "Active Weekends" more than a year ago and since then I attended several hiking trips with him , one day trip or multiple days tur. Marius is an exemplary ture guide, very well prepared , careful on details. During our trips he is concerned about the safety of all participants and more than happy to share with you his love and passion for the mountains. Long story short, if you want to hike in the Apuseni mountains or anywhere in the Romanian mountains Marius is the best mountain guide that you can find. Thank you Marius, I am very glad that I met you, I learned a lot of interesting and useful things from you and is always a pleasure to hike with you. All the best !
8. Private Day Trip to Turda Salt Mine and Alba Carolina Fortress
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4.8 based on 24 reviews
Delve into the coolest underground theme park in the world and visit the star-shaped Alba Carolina Fortress in a one-day trip from Cluj-Napoca.
Inclusions: Professional English-speaking guide, Transportation with a modern vehicle, Hotel pick-up and drop off, Bottle of water, Entrance fees
Exclusions: Lunch (approx. €13/person), Photography fees, Tips for the tour guide
Reviewed By Guthius
We took this tour and had a great time. Our guide was very friendly and knowledgeable, and shared a lot of interesting information and history. We had a lot of fun, would definitely recommend!
9. Bridal Veil Falls Rachitele - 1 day tour from Oradea
This tour will allow the tourists to see an almost unknown part of Apuseni Mountains, This zone is nicknamed " the Transfagarasan of Apuseni" due to the newly built road which binds Bride's Veil Waterfall with Belis lake. The landscapes are marvelous.
Inclusions: Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Round-trip private transfer
Exclusions: Food and drinks
Reviewed By Infomapper
My husband and I visited Oradea in early June and wanted to see not only some of the highlights of the city but also specific attractions. My parents grew up in Oradea and I wanted to see the Cris river (on whose banks my dad walked with his first girlfriend), the Jewish conservative synagogue and the place where the Jews were taken to the camps by train (now a park). Arin was highly personable, knowledgeable and flexible and made our tour a delightful experience. He started by showing us the fascinating Oradea citadel (a must-see), whose moat with hot water from thermal springs kept invaders at bay. It is believed to be the best preserved citadel in Europe built in the Renaissance style, erected between the years 1077-1095 by King Ladislau I. (In the beginning it was a fortified monastery, later it was transformed into a citadel, which became the headquarters of the Roman-Catholic Diocese of Oradea.) Arin then took us to the open market (really, it had some kind of a roof to protect u s from the elements), huge in size, and offering a great variety of beautiful produce, fruits and vegetables), and flowers. He then walked us through parts of the beautiful city and its varied architecture, pointing out all sorts of interesting things, and then walked with us, continuing to explain everything, to the sites we wanted to see, including some new ones that he thought we might want to see (he was right). Arin is a superb guide. His English is flawless, he is fun to be with, accommodating, helpful and dedicated to giving his clients the best possible experience. I recommend not only this particular walking tour (which, for us, was memorable), but also Arin as a guide. We felt so fortunate to have found him.
10. Maramures: 2 Days in Rural Romania
A 2 day tour bringing you to the rural region of Maramures, a place with beautiful natural landscapes where traditions such as wood carving have been maintained for generations. You will visit the most important attractions of the region and taste the great local food on offer.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Overnight accommodation, Local taxes, Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner), Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Breakfast, Lunch
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified
Reviewed By stanimir_kisyov
A very good and informative tour! We visited many interesting places and monuments in the city during the tour.
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