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Let's plunge into the days of old and discover together how Cluj first appeared, from a small trade-post at the edge of the Roman Empire, all the way up to the emerging metropolis of today. I will guide you through the most iconic streets and the most important monuments and I will tell you the legends and stories behind each of them. Legends involving kings, princes, monks, commoners, stories of assassination, of justice and many more. You will understand the layout of the city centre and I will also show you the best places to have a cold beer or a good ice cream. Join me in this journey! NB: The total duration of the tour includes the time it takes to go from one landmark to the other. The durations specified above refer to the time spent at each venue for explanations and photography.

The Transylvanian city of Brasov harbors a rich history that goes as far back as the medieval age. Discover hidden historical gems and get an insider’s glimpse into the Gothic city on a walking tour that provides a comprehensive introduction for first-time visitors. Exploring on foot, rather than by coach or car, gives you a more intimate idea into the area and allows you to orient yourself in Brasov’s labyrinthine streets.

Discover the history and highlights of Cluj-Napoca — a thriving university town proclaimed the European Youth Capital in 2015. On this half-day walking tour, stroll through the Baroque city center with a local guide, stopping to hear the stories behind landmarks like the Gothic Cathedral of St. Michael, the Banffy Palace and the unique Mirror Street. Delve into the area’s ancient past at the National History Museum of Transylvania, and relax among the fragrant blooms at the Botanical Gardens.

See brown bears in their native habitat during this small-group bear-tracking experience from Brasov. Join forest rangers on a guided excursion deep into the Transylvanian forests. Watch for wildlife from a hidden observatory. Spot boar, deer, wolves, and birds. Transfers from Brasov are included; upgrade to include hotel pickup or return service.

This tour is meant to be an urban experience. Riding bike through the city you can have a full review of the main attractions in a short time. E-bikes are very nice to ride and make the rides up - hill much easier.

Good speciality coffee, funny and interesting legends, hidden statues, local snacks, a relaxed tour with friends. If you like detective movies then join me in discovering the finger print that time and people left on this beautiful city. Experience Brasov through the lens of 3 different cultures, cuisine, traditions and legends.

An ideal adventure to the Bicaz Gorges and Red Lake for those of any fitness level, this tour takes you trekking through the Hasmas Mountains National Park. Make your way along the rocky walls and winding roads of the Bicaz Gorges. Customize your adventure to suit your interests and preferred activity level and enjoy your trip to the Red Lake. For thrill-seekers, add a guided via ferrata tour to experience even more excitement.

- admire the great large carnivore of Carpathians - observe wildlife in their natural habitat - get very close, but without any fence - chances to spot deer, wild boar, wolves or lynx Romanian Carpathians hosts ~60% (approx. 5,500 bears) of the Brown Bear population from Europe. We offer you the opportunity to see and admire the brown bears in their own habitat, from a specially designed observation hide deep in the Tranislvania forest. The forest rangers will take you deep in the forest, on a gravel road, you will continue walking for a few hundred meters to the hide where you will wait quietly for wildlife. There are high chances (statistically more then 85% chances) to spot the Carpathian Brown Bear, sometimes a female with cobs, sometimes a larger male bear, but you can also spot the wildboar, roe deer and red dear, wolves, linx and even some game birds

Go off-road and see parts of Transylvania that most people miss on an electric bike mountain tour—the ideal way to enjoy panoramic vistas of the area. Riding an electric bike means you won’t have to exert half as much energy as if you were on a manual bike, while a small group limited to only six others lets you pedal at your own pace.

Fully immerse yourself in Romanian wildlife on a private brown bear watching excursion in the Carpathian forests. Follow your private guide to a secluded hide where you’ll enjoy three uninterrupted hours of nature observation to maximize your chances of bear sightings. Listen to entertaining stories about the Communist dictator Ceausescu to pass the time. You can feel secure at all times, as your guide is armed for extreme situations.

Rising from its own ruin, the Marienburg Fortress rises imposingly at Feldioara, on the banks of the Olt, only 20 km from Brașov, on the road to Sighișoara. Its restoration, carried out in 2013-2017, saved the remains of the walls that had survived the last hundred years of abandonment and restored its appearance in the seventeenth century. The strategic position, with visibility over a large area, and the natural advantages have made this place attractive in prehistory. During the archeological researches, the plateau on which the fortress rises revealed vestiges of habitation from the earliest times - Neolithic, Bronze Age, Dacian and Roman period, but especially the Middle Ages.

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.

Experience some of Transylvania's lesser-known natural and cultural treasures on this full-day combo tour from Sibiu. Take the scenic alpine Transfagarasan highway, one of Europe's highest road, into the Fagaras Mountains, where you'll hike to the glacial Balea Lake. Admire the diverse architecture of Romania at the Gothic Cistercian Abbey near Cârţa and the stately 18th-century Brukenthal Palace, a masterwork of Baroque style.

Head to Postavaru Mountain for a mountain biking day tour. With a bike and helmet included in the cost of the tour, all you need to do is show up. Choose a route based on your interests, experience, and time constraints, then follow your private guide through Romanian forest roads, past castles, and more. Intermediate bikers may choose to do an evening tour on a more challenging route.

Discover the rich history of the Transylvanian Saxons on this full-day group tour from Cluj-Napoca. Explore Sibiu's UNESCO-listed Old Town, then visit the picturesque villages of Sibiel and Fantanele to immerse yourself in their unique charm. With expert insights from your guide at every stop, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the Saxon heritage and culture.

This two day tour is perfect to browse the two most important medieval Saxon cities of Transylvania: Sighișoara and Sibiu with departure from Brasov and arrival at the same place. The beautiful citadels and fortified churchies from the route, some of them in the UNESCO heritage, like Viscri and Biertan fortified church can be visited, without being in a hurry. At Sibiu is enough time to admire the historical center on the night too.

Visit a a unique underground theme park and one of the most beautiful villages in Transylvania on this full-day tour from Cluj-Napoca. Learn about the history of salt mining from your guide and enjoy a variety of activities at the theme park at the Turda Salt Mine. Afterwards, visit the Village of Rimetea and hike up to Coltesti Castle.

Hike among the spectacular Carpathian Mountains on a trekking tour of Piatra Craiului National Park. Follow one of two routes on a half-day hike through alpine meadows, fragrant forests, and country villages that seem untouched by time. Exploring in a small group ensures that you can walk at a pace that suits the entire group. See the cavernous Zarnesti Gorge, and learn about the traditional rural industries of cheese-making and shepherding.

Embark on a guided hike through the stunning Piatra Craiului National Park, where you can uncover its natural beauty with ease. Say goodbye to navigating with a map and instead reap the rewards of having a personal guide to put together a custom route that’s tailored to your experience level. As you traverse the trails, enjoy plenty of scenic photo opportunities as well as a pit stop at a mountain hut to rejuvenate.

Traverse one of Europe’s most beautiful roads on a private day tour along the Transfagarasan Highway. The route itself is a visual feast, but your adventure doesn't stop there. Explore attractions like Balea Lake and Balea Waterfall, surrounded by vendors selling traditional souvenirs. Customize the itinerary with a visit to a felting water mill or savor a traditional Romanian lunch (own expense) in Albota. For a cultural touch, visit the Cistercian Abbey of Carta.

Wander in an underground gleaming gallery that looks like something straight out of a Sci-Fi movie to discover an ancient Transylvanian chronicle carved in salt. Chill out in a charming little mountain village. Walk along a wild gorge and quest a fortified cave.

To discover the Transfagarasan road with its unforgettable scenery is indeed an adventure, especially for those daredevils who wish to reach peaks once untouched but by chamois and golden eagles. Transfagarasan Highway - rated by Top Gear as the most spectacular road in the world, the Transfagarasan impresses with its extraordinary scenery, the number of serpentines and the height at which it was built, the Fagaras mountains being the highest in Romania; thus, the Transfagarasan reaches altitudes up to 2042 meters at Lake Balea where it starts its descent to Cartisoara village; here, on a 30 km stretch we can enjoy the sight of the road in all its splendor. Lake Balea - a glacier lake formed in a cirque (a depression surrounded by high mountains) at an altitude of 2040 metres; it lies on an area of 4,6 hectares (the length of the lake is 360 metres) and its depth is of approximately 11 metres.

Experience the unspoiled scenery of the Bucegi Natural Park with this private guide day hike from Brasov. Enjoy convenient round-trip transfers by air-conditioned vehicle and hike with a professional and licensed tour guide. Highlights include the Sphinx and Biddles rock formations at the Bucegi Plateau, and sweeping mountain views.

Without in-depth knowledge of the local area, it can be tricky to know the safest places to go hiking in Romania. Save yourself the research time—and the worry of getting lost—by going on this private guided hike. The guide can recommend a route based on your experience level, and the route showcases the Fagaras Mountain and the beauty of the glacier lake below.