Castles of Transylvania Bike Tour
Hotel & Bike • 7 nights
VISITING: Romania
Overview
Why we love this tour
Jagged mountains, green valleys and an enchanting rural ambience
Medieval towns, Saxon villages, cobbled streets and narrow alleys
Dracula’s Castle, fairytale turrets and magnificent mansions
Stunning cycle routes with some sections more demanding than others
Guiding
Distance
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Standard
Departs
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Fly to
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Experience the castles, mountains and medieval towns of Transylvania, a region of pretty haystacks, horse-drawn carts and country roads. On day one, the stone walls, cobbled alleys and baroque facades in Brasov are worth arriving early for and you’ll return by train via the capital city of Bucharest. Each eerie castle and magnificent manor you'll visit seems fresh from a storybook, with the white turrets and red roofs of Dracula’s Castle the most famous.
A mountainous region with stunning scenery, expect a few uphills where you may want to walk with your bike to enjoy the views. Cycle past woodlands and national parks, stopping off in remote Saxon villages with fortified churches. You’ll have a chance to travel by horse wagon and optional detours give you the opportunity to see more of Transylvania or rest your legs and drink in the views.
The Trip
Route
Please note, route maps on our website do not follow the exact route of the tour.
Itinerary
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Accommodation
4* Hotels or Boutique Hotels
We use a pool of carefully selected cyclist-friendly 4-star hotels or boutique hotels, all offering en-suite rooms and breakfast. The example hotels listed below give you a flavour of the style and standard of accommodation on this tour.
Example hotels
Brasov - Safrano Palace
Bucium - Casa Moga
Sambata de Sus - Casa Marta
Veseud - Veseud 11
Sighisoara - Hotel Korona
Avrig - Brukenthal Palace
Sibiu - Jules Home
A mix of 4* hotels or boutique hotels
Breakfast included
Secure bike storage
Luggage transferred each day
What's included
Price includes
7 nights accommodation: 4 star hotels or boutique hotels
Board basis: Bed and breakfast plus 2 dinners
Luggage transportation
Maps and route information and GPS tracks
Transfers on Day 2 and Day 6 as part of the itinerary
Local contact number for assistance
Price excludes
Flights and transfers
Bike hire
Cycle helmets
Bike hire and extras
Bike hire
Pannier, small repair kit, pump and lock all included at no extra cost.
Hybrid bike
21/24 gears
E-bike
Other Extras
Transfers
Bucharest Airport to Brasov (per vehicle, max 3 people)
Sibiu to Bucharest (per vehicle, max 3 people)
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Friendly service with expert knowledge
Easy to book and pay online
Full financial protection
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions about this tour. Simply click on a question to reveal the answer.
Take the train (CFR) to the airport to fly from Bucharest.
Moderate cycling holidays are ideal for regular cyclists as the bike routes require a moderate degree of fitness, which you should have acquired by regular cycling.
We are always on hand to offer advice, so please give us a call if you wish to chat about the tour’s grading.
We use a pool of carefully selected cyclist-friendly hotels to maximise availability. This helps us do our best to secure your preferred dates, regardless of the time of year. Hotels are typically chosen for their secure bike storage, proximity to cycle routes, and accessibility for the luggage transfers. They all feature en-suite rooms and come with breakfast included as standard.