6 days tour

Saxonland - In Search Of A Lost Civilization

Saxonland - In Search Of A Lost Civilization

This tour includes:

Accommodation

5 nights in traditional guesthouses or 3 star pensions

Guide

Others

MTB: Cross-GRX-827-27.5. All transfers Luggage transportation Attraction entrances Helmet

Meals

5 breakfasts 5 lunches 5 dinners

Transport

From Cluj to the starting point and from Viscri to Sibiu Plus all transfers during the trip

Not included:

Insurance

Optional

Ebike Extra transfers on request Extensions on request

Flights

Others

Flight Insurance Other personal expenses

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Itinerary of your trip Saxonland - In Search Of A Lost Civilization

  • Day 1 Day 1: Arrival - Transfer Cluj Napoca - Alma Vii
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Arrival - Transfer Cluj Napoca - Alma Vii

      The best is to arrive to Cluj international airport. The transfer to Alma Vii will last approximately 3 hours with a lunch stop on the way.

      Dinner and accommodation in Alma Via Guesthouse. Our host will be a German couple who moved to this charming hidden village, restored an old Saxon house and built a new restaurant barn. Behind the garden there is a swimming pond. The evenings and mornings mid - May will probably be slightly chilly but if you are fine with that, it is good to know there will be a swimming option.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Cycling Alma Vii โ€“ Malancrav, 25 Mi. (41 Km)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Cycling Alma Vii โ€“ Malancrav, 25 Mi. (41 Km)

      After breakfast we will have a short bike fitting session and straight after we pedall to Biertan where we can discover one of the best-preserved fortified churches, an UNESCO World Heritage Site. Up on the hills we can admire the remaining terraces of old wine culture of the area. We will enjoy the beatiful rolling hills on tarmac. Leaving Biertan and Copsa Mare, our ride continues through pleasant countryside and into a beautiful forest. The road will also change to gravel. From Nou Sasesc we can choose wether we will cycle or walk. to our last village is Malancrav, whose fortified church has the most well-preserved mural paintings. The largest Saxon community in Transylvania lives here as well. We can pay a visit to a gipsy basket maker or a weaver lady.

      Dinner and accommodation are in restored Saxon houses owned by Mihai Eminescu Trust.

  • Day 3 Day 3: Malancrav - Sighisoara, 23 Mi. (37 Km)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Malancrav - Sighisoara, 23 Mi. (37 Km)

      The first village today is Floresti from which weโ€™ll continue through a bucolic valley to Cris, home of the Bethlen castle, one of the most beautiful Renaissance castles in Transylvania. Today weโ€™ll have a couple of climbs and downhills, but concentrating on the beauty will carry you through. The Breite Ancient Oak Tree Reserve offers a spectacular ride among centuriesโ€“old  oaks. After a small, technical downhill we get to Sighisoara, which is considered to be one of the most beautiful and well-preserved inhabited citadels in Europe, and an UNESCO World Heritage Site

  • Day 4 Day 4: Sighisoara - Crit, 26 Mi. (43 Km)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Sighisoara - Crit, 26 Mi. (43 Km)

      In the morning we will have a short walk around in the old town of Sighisoara and get on our bikes. Leaving Sighisoara we will cross a long and scenic meadow, at the base of a forest. Crossing the forest and the village weโ€™ll continue our way via bike track to Crit with a lunch stop in Saschiz. It is a fantastic single track through the woods and meadows.

  • Day 5 Day 5: Crit โ€“ Viscri, 16 Mi. (26 Km)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Crit โ€“ Viscri, 16 Mi. (26 Km)

      Viscri is probably the most famous village in Romania. Thanks to its unspoiled Saxon architecture and preserved lifestyle. Our cycling day is probably the most scenic. We will carry on on the single track and admire the Fagaras mountains over the huge meadows with grazing sheep.

  • Day 6 Day 6: Transfer To Cluj
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Transfer To Cluj

      Transfer back to Cluj including an optional visit of Salina Turda, a breathtaking salt mine. If you didnโ€™t have a chance when you arrived, take some time to explore this unofficial capital of Transylvania that shares both Romanian and Hungarian traditions before your leave for your next destination. Your guide will be happy to advise you on the next step of your journey.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 12 / Max: 70

Age range allowed for this experience.

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