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Overview
Highlights
- Cycling between charming villages and towns such as Sighisoara with its medieval citadel
- Discovering unique sights such as the UNESCO listed village of Biertan and the fortified church in Viscri
- Feasting on home made meals typical of the region
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Itinerary
The trip begins at Bucharest North train station. An optional welcome briefing is available at the station - supplement applies, must be pre-booked. From here you will take the train to Brasov (approx 3hrs), and (in 2024) another to Zarnesti (approx 40mins). A privat...
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After breakfast a private transfer will take you to Brasov (around 1.5hrs), where you'll have time to explore before taking the train to Bucharest (approx. 3hrs). The trip concludes on arrival in Bucharest. We are happy to book additional nights in Bucharest on reque...
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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
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