Day 1 Bucharest – Sinaia -
Brasov
Transfer to the medieval Saxon City of Brasov, the starting point of your biking adventure in Transylvania . On the way stop in Sinaia, the pearl of mountain resort in Romania to visit the royal PelesCastle . The medieval Saxon city of Brasov has an outstanding medieval atmosphere and has played a vital role in Romania ’s history, both old and new. The most famous landmark of Brasov is the BlackChurch, the largest gothic edifice in Southern Europe. For a unique view of Brasov, take the cable car up to the top of Tampa Hill.Dinner and accommodation in Hotel-3*
Day 2 Brasov – Rasnov – Bran –
Brasov
Explore Transylvania’s major highlights. Morning drive to visit Rasnov Peasant Citadel, the largest peasant fortification built in Eastern Europe, standing on a hill top. Continue with the mysterious BranCastle, unrightfully called Dracula’s castle. The castle owes its fame both to its unique charm and to the myth Bram Stoker created around Dracula. Close to the castle there is a shrine set in the wall of a mountain which once sheltered the heart of Queen Marie. In the evening return to
Brasov
. Dinner and accommodation in Hotel-3*
Day 3 Brasov – Zarnesti – Poiana Marului – Sinaca Veche – Bucium – Lisa -Sambata de Sus
- about 80 kilometres of riding downhill
Transfer by bus from Brasov to Zarnesti. From here start riding, enjoying the beautiful scenery of the Transylvanian villages and the incredible landscapes offered by the FagarasMountains. Picnic lunch on the route. On your itinerary today is Brancoveanu Monastery, located in Sambata de Sus. The museum displays an interesting glass painting collection. Accommodate in the hotel run by the monastery.
Day 4 Complex Sambata - Sambata de Sus – Voivodeni – Voila – Cincsor – Soars
- about 40 kilometres of riding
Continue your riding adventure exploring the treasures of the country side. What better way to discover the essence of Transylvania than to explore the treasures of the country side and meet its many friendly people whose life styles have changes so little over the centuries. Picnic lunch on the route. To better immerge in the rustic atmosphere you’ll accommodate welcoming guest houses. Dinner and accommodation in Soaras-village 3*
Day 5 Soaras – Fagaras – Calbor – Rotbav – Soaras
- 30 km of riding
Beautiful Saxon villages, fresh air and incredible landscapes will ensure the scenery of your riding itinerary today. Around lunch time you’ll reach Fagaras Citadel. The citadel was built in 1310 by the Transylvania ruler Ladislau Apo as defence measure against the Turks and it had an important role in Romania ’s history both old and new. Dinner and accommodation in Soaras-village 3*
Day 6 Soaras – Barcut – Retis – Bradeni – Apold – Saes – Sighisoara Medieval Citadel
- about 38 kilometres of riding
In addition to enjoying an excellent riding route, the highlights of the day are the medieval Citadel of Sighisoara, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the oak forest of Barcut. Founded by Saxons during the 12th century, Sighisoara still stands as one of Europe ’s most beautiful and still inhabited fortified cities with UNESCO European heritage site status. You shouldn’t miss The Clock Tower, concentrating Sighisoara’s history. Dinner can be served in Dracula’s House the very place where Vlad the Impaler was borne, turned today into a cosy restaurant. Accommodate in a lovely 3* hotel of an outstanding medieval charm located in the heart of the citadel. Dinner and accommodation in Sighisoara-Hotel3*
Day 7 Sighisoara – Bucharest
- 5 hours driving
Depart for the capital city of Bucharest for the flight back home