Transylvania Tours

Thrill seekers and hiking enthusiasts are sure to enjoy a full day trek in the Romanian Carpathians.  After private transportation collects you from your hotel, you’ll enjoy a six-hour trek through landscapes, waterfalls, glacial lakes, and more at your own pace. With the help of your private guide, there’s no risk of getting lost. After photographing the area to your heart’s content, relax on the way back to Bucharest.

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

Travel with ease between scattered Transylvanian highlights on a day trip from Brasov that includes Bran Castle, Libearty Bear Sanctuary, and a tour of the city itself. Enjoy views of the rural landscape from your air-conditioned coach, and gain insight into the region’s history and legends from your professional guide. Avoid hidden costs with all entrance fees included, as well as a traditional lunch in Bran Village.

Immerse yourself in the legends of Transylvania with a visit to Bran Castle and Râșnov Fortress. Departing from Braşov, the half-day hour tour begins with a stop at Râșnov to explore its imposing, 13th-century fortress. Next up is Bran Castle, also known as ‘Dracula’s Castle’ — a hilltop estate that conjures up visions of howling wolves and bats fluttering in the moonlight. Wander the castle’s Gothic chambers and learn about its ties to Bram Stoker’s undead antihero. Upgrade when booking your experience and extend your tour to the beautifully ornate Peleș Castle.

This is an unique experience that combines adventure with sightseeing and social interaction with the locals. Explore wild Transylvania from a horse, interact with locals. Adrenaline won't be missing. Great landscape, wild animals and gentle horses. Ride along a river, next to a fishing pond, through the forests, corn fields and climb the hills for impressive views and photo spots!

If you need a break from the city or want to get up close and personal with nature, then a walking tour of Varghis Canyon is perfect for you.  Follow your guide and small group across 4 km of the canyon, which includes a visit to a cave. Along the way, you’ll encounter plenty of local wildlife abd finish your tour with a cheese tasting at a small artisanal shop.

Spend a fun-filled day exploring some of the best natural attractions in Romania. On this handy day trip you’ll visit Romania’s only volcanic lake, a swamp with carnivorous plants, a ‘smelly’ cave, and a bear habitat in the forest. You’ll discover that there’s much more to Romania than just Dracula’s Castle. Both kids and adults will love this tour.

Taking off on an independent day’s mountain walking from Sibiu means organizing a hire car or local transport. This full-day private trip takes away the hassle: and adds a guide to take you along mountain and forest trails from the town of Paltinis in Transylvania’s South Carpathian Cindrel Mountains. Climb through deep woods to Oncesti Peak, enjoy a picnic, and visit the old village of Rasinari before returning to Sibiu.

Brasov , a historic town surrounded by majestic mountain peaks , virgin forests crossed by amazing mountain paths . You are going to have a wonderfull day trip to the peaks of ones of the mountais that show their beauties from the heights of their chalet : Mount PIATRA MARE - Piatra Mare Chalet Mount BUCEGI - Malaiesti Chalet Mount Piatra Craiului - Curmatura Chalet

Trade the quiet streets of Brasov for a day zip lining through the trees at Park Aventura. All equipment is conveniently included, as is round trip transportation from your hotel. No previous zip lining experience is necessary, with tracks for children as young as 8-years-old ranging to more advanced tracks as high as 65.6 feet (20 meters).  

Discover the great outdoors of Transylvania on a 5- to 8-hour canyon tour. The scenic excursion takes you to Seven Ladders Canyon, Rasnoavei Gorge, and Zarnesti Gorge. Spectacular scenery and mostly flat terrain ensure an enjoyable experience for beginners and experienced hikers alike. With maximum six group members, it’s the perfect opportunity to take a break from the tourist crowds in Brasov.

Tailored for travelers seeking adrenaline-fueled adventure, this full-day canyoning tour of the Dambovicioara Gorges is sure the get your heart pumping. Departing from Brasov, you’ll travel to the rural landscapes of Podul Dambovitei and descend into the canyon from a height of 2,900 feet (880 meters). Cross through the ancient citadel of Oratia, visit the atmospheric Dambovicioara Cave, and purchase lunch at a sheep farm in Bran. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Brasov are included on this small-group tour, limited to six people.

We are going to start cycling from low altitude at a small market from where we will have a magnificent view over Mount Fagaras and Balea Waterfall . After few kilometres we will get into the most interesting mountain highway builded in Romania in the years of comunism . The views displayed during the trip are amazing , the mountains that surround the way show their majestic peaks during the whole way . We will see in the way up , much closer to our eyes , the Balea Waterfall and after a while we will reach the top at altitude 2034 where a peasant market and the well known Balea Lake will be displayed . After visiting all the interesting touristic points a descent full of adrenaline back to the starting place will follow . Please be aware that during the winter the transportation to the lake is possible by cablecar only .

Discover the natural wonders and remote villages of Romania on an eight-hour 4x4 tour. The itinerary can be completely customized based on your interests.  Your private vehicle allows you to traverse dense forests and mountain roads with ease. Enjoy a leisurely hike up to Ecem Peak with your private guide. Later, drive to quaint villages well off the beaten tourist path to get a glimpse at true Romanian culture.

Visit one of the most iconic full of history sights in Romania on a full day trip to Hunedoara region with the help of our English and German speaking driver who can also be a great guide thanks to his extensive knowledge about Transylvania. Transport will be made via a private air-conditioned vehicle which seats up to 8 persons. We also offer free Wi-Fi on board of our first-class car.

The Vlădeasa Mountains are the northernmost of the three high central massifs of the Western Transylvanian (Apuseni) Mountains, which belong in the Southwestern Carpathians. The main ridge of the Vlădeasa massif is about 50km long . The eastern ridge boasts the highest peak named Vf.Vlădeasa which tops out at 1836m. It is the third highest summit in the Apuseni Mountains.  ​

The starting point on horses is at 2 hours drive from Brasov, the drive will be throw some spectacular landscapes of Transylvania-Wallachia mountains. The transport will be with a fully insured private sedan/minivan with climate control. The horse riding tour will start from 700 meters altitude, near the base of the mountain, from there we will go through a forest of conifers to the alpine hole. On the roof of the world, as a shepherd, we will start to make our lunch putting polenta with cheese and meat on the jar, we will let the horses to rest and we will relax with fresh air. After the break we will slowly descend from the peaks back to the village. The horse riding tour will be a loop of 20-30 km, we will stay in the saddle for about 4-5 hours. One hour and a half or more is our lunch break, we will make the fire, and the polenta is cooked, the meat is fried and the photos are taken. You are always accompanied by a trained person.

For something truly different in Transylvania, venture deep into the eastern Carpathian Mountains on an outdoor adventure in the Varghis Canyon. This small-group tour takes you through a winding rocky passage, across wooden bridges, and inside several ancient caves. Rock climbing is also an option for an extra adrenaline boost. Back in civilization, visit a family-run dairy farm to learn about an important local industry and taste gourmet cheeses.

Discover the Poiana Brasov ski resort and the Postavaru Massif together with a local. A licensed ski / snowboard instructor will pick you up from Brasov, drive you to the resort, assist you with the ski rental procedure, provide ski clothing (if not available) and suggest the appropriate ski slope for the level of the participants. He will provide an intensive 2-hour-long ski / snowboard lesson and share with you many tips and tricks of this sport. After the lessons, you can continue to practice on your own or extend your classes for the afternoon. When the slopes close the ski instructor becomes your private tour guide and informs you everything that you need to know about Transylvania. On the way back to Brasov you will stop at a sightseeing spot to take a panoramic view of the city. A stop at the White Tower is also included. Here you can take a glimpse of the old Town of Brasov from a highpoint. Learn how locals live and engage into interesting everyday discussions.

Awaken your inner explorer on this physically demanding, but truly rewarding adventure tour in the Bicaz Gorges – Hasmas Mountains National Park.  Explore the rugged landscape and forested depths of the Valea Seaca canyon, rappel down a series of cliffs and waterfalls up to 40 meters height, leap into pristine natural pools and experience the beauty of raw nature off the beaten path. This tour is ideal for travelers with an adventurous spirit and a very good physical shape. • Spend a day canyoning and enjoy a mountainous landscape of outstanding natural beauty • Rappel down 3-40 m high cliffs and more than 15 waterfalls • Trek through pristine Carpathian forest and reconnect with nature • Enjoy a hearty picnic from local produce • Informative, friendly and professional guide

Highlights: Enjoy the view of the amazing Transfagarasan Road Have a lunch near Balea glacial Lake Visit the unique Clay Castle in Fairy Valley

Traveling by 4x4 is one of the great ways to explore the Eastern Carpathians rugged terrain away from the cities. In just half a day, we will pass through small villages, hidden valleys and along great belvedere points giving you a unique experience with some good photo opportunities. Your guide will introduce you to the local lifestyle, wildlife, history and culture. The trails will be set on the day of the tour depending on the weather. Optionally, get more insight in the history and battles of the World War I and II in the Eastern Carpathians as you revive the course of the bloody battles and fights with the help of detailed maps and old photos. - Enjoy an action-packed half day in the Eastern Carpathians - Learn about the local wildlife and history - See parts of the landscape you can't reach by a standard car - Get the personalized experience of a private guide - All transportation with hotel pickup and drop-off from Miercurea Ciuc is included

Cook a 3-course Romanian feast at a Brasov cooking class with a local family. You’ll have the chance to taste Romanian treats you won’t find on restaurant menus, including a glass of the family’s homemade wine; since you’ll prepare each dish from scratch, you’ll leave ready to recreate the meal in your own kitchen.

In the morning you will be transferred to Aposu, at Villa Abbatis, the starting location of your adventurous day trip. After your arrival at Villa Abbatis, we take  Stejerișu (Probstdorf) path, where a small Saxon community is still to be found and is happy to share their stories with us. We will go up in the Speck Tour and taste speck, green onions, oven-baked bread and the local brandy. Mr Misch will explain all about this old custom of keeping speck supplies up in the tower and why Saxons were not allowed to touch their own supply until the first thunder in the new year was to be heard. For those of you who are vegetarians, there is a variety of cheeses available. After we start eating in the tower and under the spell of brandy we are going for a proper lunch cooked Saxon. Don’t eat too much even if is delicious because we still have to walk around in the village and talk about the local architecture than take the way back.