Castles of Transylvania Bike Tour

by Freedom Treks
Region
Transylvania
Duration
8 days
Guided Status
Self-Guided
Difficulty
Moderate
D-Score™
D2 - Intermediate

Overview

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.

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Arrive in Brasov

Arrive in Brasov

Day 2: Bran - Bucium

30 km 0 m

D1

Bran - Bucium

Day 3: Bucium - Sambata de Sus

19 km 0 m

D1

Bucium - Sambata de Sus

Day 4: Sambata de Sus - Veseud

33 km 0 m

D1

Sambata de Sus - Veseud

Day 5: Veseud - Sighisoara

34 km 0 m

D1

Veseud - Sighisoara

Day 6: Biertan – Avrig

37 km 0 m

D1

Biertan – Avrig

Day 7: Avrig - Sibiu

28 km 0 m

D1

Avrig - Sibiu

Day 8: Depart from Sibiu

Depart from Sibiu

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

Hotel

What's Included

Airport transfers
Catering services
Accommodation arrangements
Bike rental

About the Transylvania

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