7 days tour

Terra Verde Mtb Tour And Camp

Terra Verde Mtb Tour And Camp

This tour includes:

Guide

You will be guided by highly experienced local riders, with great knowledge of the places you are about to visit.

Accommodation

We will be accomodated in rural eco certified guesthouses and the 3 star Dracula Hotel

Transport

Airport transfer from and to Cluj Napoca International Airport is included. Transfer of luggage is also included.

Meals

All meals are included, starting with dinner on day one and ending with breakfast on day 7. Depending on the location, we wil serve delicious traditional dishes made out of organic and natural home grown ingredients.

Others

Photos, technical asistance, tips and tricks Bike set-up Skill sessions

Not included:

Others

Hardtail mountain bike in good condition is available for renting. Price is 150 euro/person/tour

Insurance

Insurance is not included but we suggest you take a travel insurance that covers the area and mountain biking as activity.

Flights

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Itinerary of your trip Terra Verde Mtb Tour And Camp

  • Day 1 Day 1: Transfer To Colibita Lake
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Transfer To Colibita Lake

      Arriving in Romania. Transfer to Colibita lake in Bistrita / Nasaud county. Assembling bikes, short warmup arround the lake, detailed presentation of the tour.


      Included services: airport tranfer, dinner, accomodation.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Round Trip Around The Lake
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Round Trip Around The Lake

      Today we will be entering deeply into the wilderness of the Cฤƒlimani Mountains, known for one of the most great densities of the brown bear population in Europe and probably one of the last wild regions on this part of the continent, in its true sense. We will also pass trough some beautiful meadows, where we will experience the traditional lifestyle of the shepherds and from where we will admire the higher vulcanic peaks of the Cฤƒlimani Mountains. The cherry of the day will be the magical place where lies the lake of the Fairies and the reward for the intense effort at the end of the day will be the refreshing swim into the Colibitza lake.

      Highlights: the wild, endless forests of the Cฤƒlimani mountains, view over the higher peaks and volcanoes of the Cฤƒlimani mtns., the Lake of the Fairies โ€“ natural reservation area, views over the Colibitza Lake


      Included services: breakfast, sandwiches for lunch (depending on disponibility we might take lunch at the sheepfold) , dinner, accommodation

      Distance: 37 km +1200/-1200 m (Optional -  harder or easier routes are available)


  • Day 3 Day 4: From Colibita To Borgo Pass
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: From Colibita To Borgo Pass

      Located in a picturesque mountains pass, which connects the historical regions of Transylvania and Moldova, this is the area where the story from the Bram Stokerโ€™s novel is taking place. After dinner we will be visiting the Piatra Fรขntรขnele orthodox monastery and will enjoy the great 360 degrees view from the near cross.

      Highlights: Count Draculaโ€™s Hotel, Borcut mineral spring water, view over Borgo Pass, Bucovina and Transylvanian mountains, Piatra Fantanele monastery, the remote mountain villages of Poiana Cฤƒtunenilor and Ciosa with their traditional and archaic lifestyle, views over the Cฤƒlimani and Rodna mountains, sections of the ancient roman road.


      Included services: breakfast, sandwiches for lunch, dinner, accommodation at Dracula Castle Hotel, transfer of main luggage, guiding

      Distance: 35km +1200/-500 m


      Our second day will take us to one of the most enjoyable mtb tours that can be done in the area. After a short warm-up climb we will descent to ลžanลฃ village, from where we will begin a long and challenging climb, up to the ridge of the Rodna mountains. From here we will be rewarded with a long descent to the Rodna village. The returning path, back to our accommodation village will take us trough the remote cottages between the SomeลŸ and Ilva valleys.

      Included services: breakfast, sandwiches for lunch, dinner, accommodation, guiding

      Distance: 55km +1600/-1600m

  • Day 4 Day 4: From Borgo Pass To Lunca Ilvei
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: From Borgo Pass To Lunca Ilvei

      Today we will had towards north, passing through one of the most remoted inhabited places in Europe. Electricty didnโ€™t came up here, and the landscape, probably remained unchanged for centuries. Blooming, colorfull meadows, exciting views, traditional life of the locals, flowing earthed and grass roads will be the delicacies of the day.

      Included services: breakfast, sandwiches for lunch, dinner, accommodation at eco certified guest house, transfer of main luggage, guiding

      Distance: 35km +400/-700 m

  • Day 5 Day 5: First Day Of The Bike Camp
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: First Day Of The Bike Camp

      We will start the day with some skill sessions, together with the corect riding position and the bike set-up.

      We will learn how to descent safer, brake in a shorter distance, take a curve or climb faster.

      We will then start riding, splitting the group in two. You can choose from a shorter and easier tour, or a longer ans more technical one. The longest will take us to one of the most enjoyable mtb tours that can be done in the area. After a short warm-up climb we will descent to ลžanลฃ village, from where we will begin a long and challenging climb, up to the ridge of the Rodna mountains. From here we will be rewarded with a long descent to the Rodna village. The returning path, back to our accommodation village will take us through the remote cottages between the SomeลŸ and Ilva valleys.


      Included services: breakfast, sandwiches for lunch, dinner, accommodation

      Distance: 30 to 50 km 

  • Day 6 Day 6: Second Day Of The Bike Camp
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Second Day Of The Bike Camp

      After breakfast and warm up we will be introduced to some special techniques that can help us to reduces the muscles stress that can ocur after bike riding.

      We will than have the chance to choose between two rides different in length.


      Included services: breakfast, sandwiches for lunch (depending on disponibility we might take lunch at the sheepfold) , dinner, accommodation

      Distance: 30 to 50 km

  • Day 7 Day 7: End Of A Great Week
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: End Of A Great Week

      Today we will do a shorter tour, and visit a special swamp, with an ecosystem typical for the boreal forest that grows in northern Europe. Here you will have the chance to meet relict plants, from the ice age, togethere with  a special insectivorous plant, that finds its place in these wet and cold lands.


      After a delicious lunch we say good bye and leave this magical place.

      Included services: breakfast, lunch, guiding, transfer to Cluj Napoca


      We will arrive at evening on Cluj-Napoca, so probably the best option is to book an extra night on Cluj, and take the plane on the next day.

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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: 18 / Max: 60

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