Cluj-Rimetea-Salina Turda-Târgu Mureș

Discover the beauty and history of Transylvania on an unforgettable 3-day trip! In this tour, you will explore renowned cities like Cluj-Napoca and Târgu Mureș, visit picturesque villages like Rimetea, and have the opportunity to discover the natural wonders of Turda Gorge. Turda Salt Mine, one of the most spectacular salt mines in the world, will fascinate you with its impressive galleries and underground amusement parks. Each place you visit will offer you a combination of spectacular landscapes, fascinating history, and authentic traditions, and our guides will lead you through every step of the journey. Come and experience an unforgettable adventure with us!

Departure location and time:

• Iasi – Palace of Culture – 01:30

Price includes:

• Round-trip transport
• 1 night accommodation
• Licensed guide
• Excursions according to the program
• Medical insurance

Price does NOT include:

• Tickets for entrance to tourist attractions
• Personal expenses
• Meals

Additional services:

• Single room (35.0 €)
• Seat in the first 5 rows (10.0 €)
• Additional seat in the bus (45.0 €)
• Guide in foreign languages (200.0 €)
• Additional insurance fee for seniors > 66 years (5.0 €)

Program

Day 1: Iasi – Cluj – Rimetea – Turda
Meeting at 01:00 at the Palace of Culture (Iasi), departure at 01:30 from Iasi to Cluj – Rimetea – Turda.

Day 2: Cluj – Rimetea – Turda

Cluj-Napoca:

• Central Park: An oasis of greenery, with a lake and a pavilion, perfect for relaxation. Here is also the Casino, a historic building that houses a social venue.
• St. Michael's Church: A Gothic architectural example, built in the city center. It is a symbol of Cluj, with a height of 80 m of its tower.
• Museum Square: The birthplace of Cluj, it houses the National Museum of Transylvanian History and the Carolina Obelisk, a monument dedicated to the visit of Empress Maria Theresa.
• Botanical Garden: Here you will find over 10,000 species of plants from around the world, and the phytogeographic section takes you on a journey through various corners of the globe.

Rimetea:
A traditional village, known for its white houses, reflecting a specific architectural style of the area. It is awarded the Europa Nostra prize for cultural heritage conservation and is considered one of the most beautiful villages in Romania.

Turda:

• Turda Gorge: Formed by the erosion of limestone rock, the Gorge offers a spectacular landscape, with stone walls rising up to 200 m. The area is a natural habitat with a great diversity of plants and animals.

Accommodation in Turda.

Day 3: Turda Salt Mine – Târgu Mureș – Iasi

Turda Salt Mine:
A salt mine transformed into a renowned tourist attraction, Turda Salt Mine hosts a mining museum and is known for its unique facilities, including an underground amusement park, a salt lake, and a panoramic wheel.

Târgu Mureș:

• Medieval Fortress: Built in the 15th century, the fortified fortress is a symbol of Târgu Mureș, with 7 bastions and a city history museum that can be visited inside.
• Ascension of the Lord Cathedral: Imposing through its dimensions, it is the largest place of worship in the city, built in Neo-Byzantine style.
• Annunciation Church: A copy of St. Peter's Basilica in Rome, housing valuable frescoes and icons.
• Historic Center: Walk through the old streets of the city, where you will find Baroque and Neoclassical buildings, such as the Palace of Culture and the Franciscan Tower.

Arrival in Iasi at night, depending on weather conditions, traffic, and customs formalities.

Informative note:

In case the client is alone and has not paid for a single room, they will be assigned to a room with another tourist or tourists. If by the day of departure the travel company does not have clients who are also alone and have paid the standard price, the client is obliged in this case to pay additionally for a single room.

ATTENTION!!!
The program may be modified without prior notice, depending on weather conditions, arrival time, possible traffic jams, or customs delays, etc.