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Tour Code : MVF
The journey is provided by
Exodus Travel
Destinations : Romania
Tour Starts : Bucharest
Tour Ends : Bucharest
Group Size : 4 - 14
Ages : 16+
Activity :
9 days from
NOK 31 575

Overview

Discover the beauty of Transylvania and the Carpathian Mountains

Transylvania is one of the most emotive place names. Much of the focus is on Bram Stoker’s creation and the bloodthirsty Prince Vlad III or Vlad the Impaler, upon whom Dracula was loosely based. However, the region offers a fascinating mix of cultural influences, from the Saxons to the raiding Tatars and Ottomans. The natural diversity and beauty of the region is also key to capturing the imagination as castles and churches are framed by the imposing Carpathian and Fagaras mountains. The best seat from which to view all this is that of a bicycle, allowing us to soak up the tranquillity and majesty of the landscape at a pace that means we can enjoy the hidden stories and places along the way. We finish with time in Bucharest, once the seat of communist power but still with enough left to remind visitors why it was once known as the Paris of the East.

Highlights
  • Explore Romania by bike, cycling through ancient villages and mountainous landscapes
  • Ride through rural Transylvania to the village of Viscri, where King Charles owns a house
  • Uncover the history of the nation in Saxon settlements, UNESCO-listed citadels and fortified churches
  • Climb the old fort in Brasov to gaze over the town and 14th-century Black Church
  • End the adventure in Bucharest, a culture-rich capital with museums and old streets to explore
Included
  • 8 Classic nights (6 guesthouses, 2 hotels)
  • All breakfasts, five lunches and six dinners
  • Immersive itinerary with all transport and listed activities
  • Expert tour leader to enhance your adventure
  • Group arrival and departure transfers available
  • Local bike hire of a fully serviced Trek Dual Sport 1 and 2 touring hybrid bike
Not included
  • Request a single room if required, purchase travel insurance and arrange any visas and vaccinations. If you want to upgrade to E-bike hire, these are available for an additional cost.

Itinerary

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Important Information

The trip destination
    Food
    Romanian cuisine has strong influences from the surrounding countries including Bulgaria, Serbia and Hungary. We will try fantastic home-cooked meals on this trip as we spend most nights staying with local families and in guesthouses. Breakfasts will consist of homemade bread and cheeses plus a selection of locally sourced meats, salad, and tea or coffee. There are five picnic lunches, two at a local family home and three enjoyed al fresco. They are made by the staff at our guesthouses and will usually be sandwiches, salad, fruit and more of their homemade cheese. Some days we will have a traditional vegetable soup for lunch with homemade crème fraiche and bread. Dinners are usually centred around pork or beef. Lots of guesthouses will prepare sarmale cu mamaliguta, a traditional Romanian dish of minced pork wrapped in pickled cabbage leaves and served with polenta and a chilli. It’s not all about the food though; every household makes their own tuica (pronounced tsweeka), a spirit usually made from plums and flavoured with herbs from their garden or the surrounding area. This is usually drunk while being welcomed into the house and after dinner.
    Weather

    Spring: Cool morning and evenings, warm in the day. Pack some warm and waterproof clothes as showers occur and can last all day. Daytime temperatures can vary between 7C-17C (45F-63F).

    Summer: Warm with longer daylight hours; maximum temperatures of 35C (95F) and an average of 23C (73F) in the lower areas. Expect to be cycling in shorts and a T-shirt.

    Autumn: Normally cool and dry. Temperatures can vary between 10C-20C (50F-68F); pack warm layers for early mornings, plus waterproof cycling kit as showers do happen.

    Is this trip for you?

    This trip is rated Activity Level 3 (Moderate). For more information on our trip gradings please visit our Activity Level Guidelines page. If you have any queries about the difficulty of the trip please do not hesitate to contact us.

    Six days of cycling

    Average distance 31mi (50km)

    80 percent paved and 20 percent gravel tracks

    Partial vehicle support

    Our routes follow mainly quiet backroads and paths. There are some undulating sections, but the distances are not challenging. This tour is run at a relaxed pace allowing you to stop and take in the surroundings, or chat with local people you might meet along the route. The support vehicle follows the group and carries all essential items, including food, drinks and tools. You are welcome to put any items you don’t want to carry in the vehicle and can access them at any point throughout the ride.

    All hire bikes are supplied with a rear pannier rack and one large bag, this allows you to carry any small items you might need quick access too, such as cameras and waterproofs.

    Prices / Dates

    By accepting our offer in writing, you/you confirm that our terms and conditions have both been read and understood and that cancellation fees may apply if the trip is cancelled.

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    AVAILABLE DATES PRICE (1 ADULT) PRICE (1 CHILDREN) Single room supplement TRAVEL STATUS
    Sat, 12 Sep 2026 / Sun, 20 Sep 2026 NOK 31 575 On request Not available On request
    Sat, 15 May 2027 / Sun, 23 May 2027 NOK 33 590 On request NOK 3 965 On request
    Sat, 12 Jun 2027 / Sun, 20 Jun 2027 NOK 33 590 On request NOK 3 965 On request
    Sat, 24 Jul 2027 / Sun, 01 Aug 2027 NOK 33 590 On request NOK 3 965 On request
    Sat, 11 Sep 2027 / Sun, 19 Sep 2027 NOK 33 590 On request NOK 3 965 On request
    AVAILABLE DATES PRICE (1 ADULT) PRICE (1 CHILDREN) SINGLE ROOM SUPPLEMENT TRAVEL STATUS
    Sat, 12 Sep 2026 / Sun, 20 Sep 2026 NOK 31 575 On request Not available On request
    Sat, 15 May 2027 / Sun, 23 May 2027 NOK 33 590 On request NOK 3 965 On request
    Sat, 12 Jun 2027 / Sun, 20 Jun 2027 NOK 33 590 On request NOK 3 965 On request
    Sat, 24 Jul 2027 / Sun, 01 Aug 2027 NOK 33 590 On request NOK 3 965 On request
    Sat, 11 Sep 2027 / Sun, 19 Sep 2027 NOK 33 590 On request NOK 3 965 On request

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