Mountain Road Trip To Transfagarasan Road And The Ice Castle
Mountain Road Trip To Transfagarasan Road And The Ice Castle

Mountain Road Trip To Transfagarasan Road And The Ice Castle

Tur ghidat
07:00 - 21:00
Closed

Strada Paltinului, Sibiu, Romania

About

Mountain Road Trip To Transfagarasan Road And The Ice Castle
Drift in one of the most exciting adventures with the spectacular Transfagarasan road featured in the world famous automotive program „Top Gear”, where a stunning waterfall of majesty surrounds you through a landscape in which the brown bear hovers - making this wonderful place a unique moment in everyone’s life. Balea Lake is the destination where the land of ice castles,  black goat, Carpathian mountain peaks, impressive tunnels and the authentic taste of lake trout will always remind you of this amazing experience.

Details:
Route: Sibiu –  Balea Waterfall – Balea Lake – Carta Fortress – Brukenthal Palace Avrig – Sibiu  170 km +
Optional:
The Mud Castle  185 km +
Upside-down House   190 km +
Horse riding  190 km +
Time: 6- 9 hours

Transfagarasan Road
The most spectacular road in Europe with its 90 km that reaches an altitude of over 2000 m in the alpine leap of majestic Carpathian Mountains it is the host of the most adventurous rally competitions.

Balea Waterfall
We will stop to admire a 60 meter charming waterfall in a fairytale landscape that can be admired from the cottage that bears his name.

Balea Lake
It is a gorgeous lake at an altitude of 2000 m, a place where its legend with Balea, the brave shepherd is still alive and a wonderful winter stopover for the most adventurous tourists who would like to test the experience of the Ice Castle.

Balea Lake Tunnel
One kilometer tunnel that connects the two counties Sibiu and Arges. This tunnel brings us to the other side of the Mountain in front of the Arges Rescue from where you can admire the second half of Transfagarasan road that stretches to the giant Lake Vidraru.

Carta Fortress
It is a land with over 800 years full of history where we will find out its interesting story and we will understand why its river has never been frozen.

Brukenthal Palace
A short visit at the sunset on the shore of the Olt river, where Brukenthal balls rang when Queen of the Night start flouring, a place where we can taste the unique flavour of the elderflowers juice from this garden.

Back To Sibiu

Optional:
The Mud Castle
A land rooted from fairy tales and a castle with an unusual shape, which seems to have been built by Hobbit’s is made only from natural materials. Its unique beauty made this place one of the most popular tourist destinations in the past year.

The Upside-down House
At the foothills of Fagaras Mountains there is a house where everything is upside-down. With its 7 degree incline even the smallest items and details are turned on their head. The purpose is to lose all the points of stability and create a sensation of dizziness.

Riding horses in Avrig Valley

Similar Suggestions

Tur ghidat
Closed
The Highest Ski Resort In Romania And The Fortress Amidst The Apple Orchards With a little effort, not far from Sibiu we will discover the beauty of Saxon villages and the fortified citadels in perfect unison. The welcoming landscape of the Cindrel mountains and Romanian villages will receive us in its beautiful adventure to the highest ski resort in the country, a road that awaits hundreds of spectators per annum to the European Rally competition. Apple orchards and the imposing Cisnadioara fortress will be the next stop where we will taste the delicious dishes of this Saxon area. Details: Route  : Sibiu – Cisnadie – Cisnadioara – Rasinari – Paltinis – Sibiu  110 km + Time: 6- 7 hours Rasinari Will visit the oldest town in Sibiu Surroundings, which houses the memorial places of remarkable personalities in Romania. Located in the middle of the mountain village, The Old Church with its impressive paintings will be the central objective that you will leave hardly forgotten. Paltinis Situated at an altitude of 1440 m, Paltinis is the highest ski resort in the country. On our way we will be charmed by the beautiful mountains, spectacular Rally road contests and the Sibiu view of the city seen from above. Cisnadioara Citadel Built in a romanesque style of the XII century, Cisnadioara fortress is the most preserved citadel in Transilvania. You could easily see how it risis on a hill on a hill amidst the apple orchards. Here we will have the tasty dishes of the area while we admire this wealthy Saxon village with its picturesque mountain landscape. Cisnadie Fortress Located in an important Saxon city, the fortified church was the first lighting rod of SE of Europe in 1797, where important treasures from the region were kept. Back To Sibiu
Strada Paltinului, Sibiu, Romania
Tur ghidat
Closed
Trips To Transylvanian Fortified Churches Transylvanian fortified churches with a delicious traditional meal in the Bacon Tower or in a household. Taste the best wine in Transylvania! A dedicated excursion for lovers of history, culture and ancestral lineage. The beautiful journey will captivate our thoughts and steps. The most important fortified churches tell their past via their greatness and splendor in stunning scenery of midlife Saxon villages. Vine Valley and Biertan fortifications sanctioned as a UNESCO world heritage site will be the highlights The beautiful city of Medias will keep alive the famous Dracula fable, while The Bacon Tower from Mosna will host a pretty hearty traditional meal. We will then travel to a medieval fortress situated in the middle of wild nature with farm animals. Details: Route : Sibiu – Valea Viilor – Medias – Mosna – Richis – Biertan – Sibiu     160 km + Optional: Alma Vii    180 km + Time: 7- 9 hours Optional: Wine Tasting in Richis! Here is the perfect place for a wine tasting or for having a traditional meal in a household. Fortified Church „Valea Viilor” Is in the UNESCO list of protected monuments. A valuable antique fortress which is surrounded by lofty towers and defensive walls. While entering into the church you can admire a small museum of Saxon culture. Medias, St. Margaret Church Medias is the second most important city of Sibiu Region in the center of which we will feel its medieval atmosphere and see the tilted tower, a place where Vlad Tepes was caught and imprisoned by the Hungarian royal Matthias. Fortified church in Mosna The host of the fortress will receive us to enjoy a wonderful traditional meal in the Bacon Tower and to explore the beauty of the fortress, also very apreciated by Prince Charles. Richis Village An impressive number of foreigners from all over the world bought houses in this picturesque Saxon village. Fortified Church of Biertan Having been on the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the church is surrounded by three rows of fortified walls with a sacristy door that contains 19 locks in one, which won first prize at the Paris World Expo in 1900. Today in this fortress takes place the Full Moon Festival broadcasts with the most scariest horror movies, an impressive place by its grandeur and beauty. Back To Sibiu Optional: Alma Vii It is one of the few charming villages founded by the Saxons many hundreds of years ago and that today has an active population and a well-preserved cultural and natural heritage with one of the most impressive fortresses in the Region.
Strada Paltinului, Sibiu, Romania
Tur ghidat
Closed
Viața La Țară În Satele Oierilor Înstăriți De La Munte Descoperă viața la tara din Mărginimea Sibiului! Bucură-te de o frumoasă călătorie în timp, în viața autentică a satului românesc și a oierilor de la munte, într-un peisaj de poveste, ale cărei case se răspândesc pe culmile munților Cindrel în mijlocul livezilor de meri, acolo unde cel mai bogat muzeu din lume al icoanelor pe sticlă ne vă cuceri privirea clipa după clipă. Plimbarea cu trăsura și bucatele tradiționale alese din gospodăria țăranului ne vor face această vizită o amintire cu greu uitată. Detalii: Traseu : Sibiu – Orlat – Sibiel – Săliște – Tilișcă – Poiana Sibiului – Jina – Cristian – Sibiu    100 km + Opțional : Excursie la stana lângă Jina    120 km + Timp: 7- 9 hours Orlat Cunoscuta că și „comuna de sub cetate”, localitatea Orlat este una dintre cele mai vechi așezări din Mărginimea Sibiului găzduind în trecut sediul regimentului I grăniceresc care păzea granița Transilvaniei cu Țara Romanească. Sibiel Sibiel - este un sat turistic cu un farmec aparte. Aici vom vizita cea mai mare colecție din lume a icoanelor pictate pe sticla, la care au contribuit toți locuitorii satului. De asemenea, vom vizita una dintre gospodăriile autentice și vom afla de ce livezile din aceste locuri nu au avut niciodată parte de fertilizanți chimici. Săliște Orașul Săliște este considerat capitala culturală a Mărginimii Sibiului. Aici ne vom opri pentru câteva clipe în centrul localitătii spre a admira stilul ei aparte și a înțelege obiceiurile și tradițiile acelor locuri. Tilișca Satul Tilișca este un loc străvechi în care datina oieritului este incă la temelia acestei comunități liniștite. Totodată, aici se vor putea vizita și ruinele unei cetăti dacice, atestată din secolul al VII- lea, ÎH. Poiana Sibiului Poiana Sibiului este un sat cu case grandioase, mărturii ale vremurilor în care localitatea găzduia o comunitate românească foarte prosperă. Aici vom vizita Biserica de Lemn din deal, un lăcas de cult impresionant prin modestie. Peisajele pitorești din acest loc îl transformă într-un muzeu în aer liber. Jina Un sat ascuns pierdut în munți, Jina este renumita pentru produsele lactate specifice Mărginimii Sibiului, care au făcut faimoasa aceasta zona. Aici vom fi invitații unei gospodarii țărănești spre a ne potoli foamea cu o masa tradițională autentica servita în inima satului. Cristian Vizită la falnica biserică evanghelică fortificată pe malul râului Cibin înconjurată de sutele de berze care au revenit din lunga lor călătorie. Înapoi În Sibiu Opțional: În funcție de disponibilitatea turiștilor, se pot organiza mese și plimbări la o stana autentica din împrejurimile satului Jina.
Strada Paltinului, Sibiu, Romania
Tur ghidat
Closed
Countryside Life In Sibiu Surroundings Marginimea Sibiului Lower Side Immerse yourself deep into Romanian culture and traditions in the heart of the shepherds’ villages! Discover the best tourism village in the world, that recently won this prize from the World Tourism Organization in 2023 and taste the most authentic experience in Transylvania in the households of the locals!  Visit a famous worldwide painted glass icon museum with picturesque landscapes and then admire some of the prettiest Saxon fortresses that surrounds the area. Details: Route: Sibiu - Rasinari - Poplaca - Orlat - Gura Raului - Sibiel - Cristian – Sibiu   70 km+ Optional: Cisnadioara Citadel   85 km+ Time : 6- 8 hours Rasinari We will visit the oldest town in Sibiu Surroundings, which houses the memorial places of remarkable personalities in Romania. Located in the middle of the mountain village, The Old Church with its impressive paintings will be the central objective that you will leave hardly forgotten. A nice walk through the most beautiful Romanian village! Orlat or Cibiniensis (1319) One of the oldest cities in Sibiu Surroundings, called “the village under the citadel”, Orlat was the former regimental frontier that guarded the border between Transylvania and the Country of Romania in the XVIII – century. There we will pass by Orlat Monastery, a mystical and blessed realm of the region. Gura Raului One of the most beautiful Romanian pastoral villages, a unique experience of the popular Romanian traditions where we can learn various crafts from our ancestors in the households. Sibiel Tourist village with a special charm. Here we will admire the world's largest collection of icons painted on glass, contributed by all villagers. We will also visit one of the authentic households where you will discover why their orchards have never been chemically sprayed and fertilized. Cristian A short visit to the evangelical fortified church that was built on the site of an ancient Roman basilica in the XIII century near Cibin river surrounded by hundreds of storks that have returned from their long journey. Back To Sibiu Optional: Cisnadioara The most preserved citadel built in a romanic style in the XII century, this fortified church it is impressive in its grandeur. You could easily see how it risis on a hill amidst the apple orchards. Here we will have the tasty dishes of the area while we admire this wealthy Saxon village with its picturesque mountain landscape.
Strada Paltinului, Sibiu, Romania
Tur ghidat
Closed
A complete city tour through the heart and soul of Sibiu streets. This tour is designed to induce travelers to love the history, food and sights as the locals do. Nicoleta will excite you with her story telling prowess and take you to the hidden areas and some of the best views. Allow her creativity flow – She likes to surprise you!!! Note: The historical tour of the city center will be customized considering your own preference, availability and budget and it will be adapted according to the age and the number of the participants. Time: 2 hours
Piața Mare, Sibiu, Romania
Tur ghidat
Closed
Discover the magic of the Romanian villages by delving into a museum of the traditional folk civilization in Dumbrava Forest close to Sibiu. Traditional homesteads, workshops, mills, wooden churches are dotted around this beautiful lake. The 96 hectares of the museum is criss crossed with10 kilometers of trails with over 300 buildings and 16000 objects – making it one of the largest outdoor museum’s in Eastern Europe, possessing a collection that was carefully chosen and brought from all the areas of the country. Time: 2, 3 hours
Strada Pădurea Dumbrava 16, Sibiu 550399, Romania
Tur ghidat
Ture ghidate cu masini pregătite de off-road, trasee între 4 și 6 ore . Preluarea se face in locația stabilită, după care pornim in experiența “MĂRGINIMEA SIBIULUI” un loc desemnat ca fiind “Destinație Europeană De Excelenta In Turism”  🤳+40 (745) 547 433 🤳+40 (723) 999 554  Facebook - MODTravel Instagram - MODTravel Sibiu  TripAdvisor - MODTravel 
Sibiu, Romania
Tur ghidat
Descoperiți poveștile neștiute ale batrânului Hermannstadt și farmecul satelor din jurul Sibiului într-o excursie privată de o zi. Transport cu microbuz modern, ghid local cu experiență din Sibiu.
Sibiu, Romania
Tur ghidat
2.0 1 review
Tur ghidat pietonal al Sibiului în care vom descoperi istoria bogată a orașului dintr-o altă perspectivă. În timpul turului, vom afla mai multe despre fondatorii orașului, despre evolutia sistemului de fortificații, modul de organizare a orașului, istoria breslelor, poveștile clădirilor emblematice și multe alte istorii interesante.
Sibiu, Romania