Welcome to Târgu Mureş
Târgu Mureş is Transylvania’s most underrated town. This spirited place is an ideal starting point to explore Székely Land; its own population is almost an even Romanian-Hungarian split. Târgu Mureş' showpiece is Piaţa Trandafirilor, which preens with statues, two cathedrals, and the unique Culture Palace, the region's most riotously decorated building. Given its location at the heart of Transylvania, there are plenty of ways to whittle a Târgu Mureş detour into your travels – you’ll be very glad you did.
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Full-Day Hiking Tour from Targu Mures
Escape the mundane for a day and go for a hike in the wild Calimani Mountains or the Gurghiu Mountains of Transylvania. The majestic mountains in this land of legends will have you experiencing the serene ancient forests of the region as well. These mountains are not the highest in Transylvania, but they are ones that preserve an untouched nature, wild and free, as the feeling you will get from hiking here, and besides, they host the biggest bear population in Europe. Visit the God's Chair or climb the Zaspas Peak, both offering some breathtaking views. • Pick-up from your centrally located hotel and departure towards the Calimani Mountains. We will reach the starting point after 1,5 hours drive. • The destination peak will be decided after speaking personally with you on the day and chosen according to skill level. • On the way to the top we will have regular stops to ensure it is a relaxing hike. • After the hike we will drive back to Targu Mures.Hiking equipment required: backpack, comfortable shoes or boots, waterproof clothing.Sandwiches & Beverages are excluded.
11-Day Transylvania Tour from Bucharest
Day 1: Bucharest – Olt Valley – Cozia Monastery – SibiuThe bus that will lead you on the beautiful Olt Valley where you can admire Olt Gorges. A short stop at Cozia Monastery will recharge your battery. Enjoy lunch in the area and then continue your trip to Sibiu, one of the most picturesque towns in Romania. Accommodations and dinner at a 4 star hotel.Day 2: SibiuAfter breakfast, a local guide will take you on a walk through the old center of Sibiu to discover the beautiful multicultural heritage. Lunch will be at a traditional restaurant. In the afternoon will be at leisure to explore the city. Dinner will be served at the hotel.Day 3: Sibiu – Marginimea Sibiului – Alba IuliaPack your bags because after breakfast you will drive to Alba Iulia. On the road, you will taste delicious homemade cheese, palinca, cakes and syrups made from fruits grown in locals gardens in Marginimea Sibiului. Accommodations and dinner will be at a 3 star hotel in Alba Iulia.Day 4: Alba Iulia – Cluj NapocaYour next arrival city is Cluj Napoca, the European Youth Capital 2015. Since some claim that here lies the heart of Transylvania, take this opportunity to find out what that means. Lunch will be served in a restaurant and accommodations and dinner at a 4 star hotel in Cluj Napoca.Day 5: Cluj Napoca – Cheile Turzii – Salina Turda – Cluj NapocaBegin your day with breakfast at the hotel, putting you in a good mood to enter Turda Salt Mine. On your trip, you will enjoy beautiful Turda Gorges. Lunch on the spot and dinner at the hotel.Day 6: Cluj Napoca – Targu MuresLeaving Cluj Napoca, you will go to Targu Mures. Beautiful road trip. Lunch will be served in a traditional restaurant. After arriving in Targu Mures, enjoy a short city tour. Accommodations and dinner at a 4 star hotel in Targu Mures.Day 7: Targu Mures – Sighisoara – Biertan – BrasovEat well in the morning, a long and exciting day is in front of you. First of all, Sighisoara, after that the Fortified Church of Biertan and then Brasov. Don’t worry about lunch, you’ll have a pleasant surprise. Accommodation and dinner at a 5 star hotel in Brasov.Day 8: Brasov – Bran – Moeciu – BrasovRelaxing day with a short visit at Bran Castle. After that, we’ll have a traditional lunch in a sheepfold in Moeciu and free time in Brasov. Prepare for a magical dinner and learn some traditional folk dances at a famous restaurant in town.Day 9: Brasov – Busteni - Sinaia – BucharestAfter breakfast, take an easy walk out to Busteni, then head towards Sinaia, for visiting Peles Castle. Two castles deserve a royal lunch. Accommodation and dinner at a 4 star hotel in Bucharest.Day 10: BucharestLunch and a very special dinner in the old center. But first, you will visit Bucharest and its main attractions. Free time after the city tour.Day 11: Depart
Tirgu Mures Airport Private Arrival Transfer
Enter your details when you book and your transfer will be confirmed automatically. When you land in Tirgu Mures Airport, bypass the taxi lines, met your driver ( waiting for you with a name sign), show your confirmation voucher to him and then step inside your waiting vehicle to ride comfortably to your destination. Enjoy the private ride without worrying about taxi meters or getting lost.Your driver take you to the door of your destination, assist you with your bags and make sure everything is ok.This private transfer service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week,all around the year.
Targu Mures Dinner with Romanian Wine pairing in Transylvania
Located in the north-central part of Romania, Targu-Mures is in the centre of the historical region of Transylvania, which has always been a fertile soil for living legends. All myths to the contrary, first and foremost it is sublime wines that flow here. From grapes which draw into themselves the unique terroir of this region and deliver the raw material from which some wineries produce internationally renowned wines.Privo Restaurant is the place where you can relish your senses with exquisite, carefully selected dishes and drinks. The elegant ambience and culinary culture propose an international cuisine interpretation using the best ingredients, the local flavours, in a contemporary fashion.Make your own way to the refined location and prepare yourself for a unique experience. Taste a sublime selection of wines from some of Romania’s known areas and learn to identify the subtle differences between each variety. You can also take a sneak peak of our award-winning wine cellar where you can find more than 315 labels from all over the world. Configured in two volumes, with an entrance room for wine tasting and a room dedicated to long term storage and ageing, our wine cellar addresses those who search for an exclusive experience, professional tastings or the “connoisseurs”.4-COURSE TASTING MENU with ROMANIAN WINE PAIRINGTruffle foie gras parfait with onion chutney and sweet briocheGramma Feteasca Regala 2014Red beets marinated Gravlax with creamy goat cheese and green applesLacerta Fine Wine Green 2013Chardonnay & Rhein Riesling Argentinian beef medallion with pepper sauce, sweet potatoes and grilled tomatoesAurelia Visinescu Feteasca Neagra 2012IntermezzoSour cherry sorbet White chocolate mousse with passion fruitPrince Stirbey Tamaioasa Romaneasca Dulce 2013
Private Brown Bear Watching Tour at the Harghita Mountains Foothills
Your Carpathian brown bear experience starts in the small Szekler village of Lupeni (36 km from Sovata) where your guide awaits you to set off in his 4wd car into the forests at the foothills of the Harghita Mountains. In recent years, it has become a popular destination for wildlife watching as the population is most dense in Harghita, Covasna, Vrancea, and Brasov counties. After a 15- to 25-minute drive (depending on which spot has the greatest chances for watching on that day) you will be safely escorted down a roughly 500m long trail. Occupy your place in the hide, stay quiet, listen to the forest wildlife sounds, and enjoy the excitement of waiting for the bears to come. There is usually success in seeing bears, but as there are wild animals involved, nothing is guaranteed. If you are lucky, you may observe bears feeding, playing together, courting, and mating. You may even see other species like wild boars, roe deer and red deer, foxes, badgers, and some game birds. In the past a few sightings of lynxes and wolves were had as well, but these animals, although in great numbers in the Carpathians, are very secretive and rarely seen. After approximately 3 hours of watching, head back to the car accompanied by your guide and ride back to Lupeni village. The entire trip takes about 4 hours and watching from the hide can be complemented with following the animals footprints in the forest upon request. Be prepared by wearing hiking boots and weatherproof clothing, and bring binoculars, a camera, an extra battery, and a memory card to record this unique experience.Wildlife watching tours in the Carpathians allow wildlife to be viewed in close proximity without being disruptive, and generates revenue for local rewilding efforts. Please note: • Your forest ranger guide accompanying you may carry a handgun for your protection in extreme situations. • The tour usually ends around 9:30-10:00pm, so please plan your dinner time accordingly. There are high chances (statistically more than 75%) to spot the Carpathian brown bear, sometimes a female with cubs, sometimes a larger male bear. As a bonus, your guide can share some of the stories about the Communist dictator Ceausescu's hunting in the area.
Full-Day Carpathian Horseback Trail Ride near Gheogheni
Our horse riding ranch in Gheorgheni offers a great herd of energetic and reliable locally bred horses from which 6 Lipizzaners and 1 Saghya Arab with 155-172 cm heights and age between 5-15 years old, so there is always the right horse for you. Once you arrive at the ranch, your guide will put great effort in finding the right horse and in trying to adjust the trail to the riding experience of each person. First he explains the safety rules and how it all works out on the trail, then you will take a short test ride so the guide can asses your experience and skills. Based on the assessment and your preferences, you can choose from the following one-day tours: • The Sugo Cave tour (about 5 hours, visit to the cave included) • Visiting the nature reserve of the Fenek moor at Voslobeni (about 5-6 hours) • The Pricske tour (about 5-6 hours) • The Kovacspeter and the spring of the Olt tour (5-6 hours) • Borzont tour (7-8 hours) Afterwards, it's time to get on the horse and ride! During this tour you will get a different perspective of the incredible scenery of the Eastern Carpathians and about the Székely villages surrounding Gheorgheni. Depending on the choice of the trail, you will get a first-hand taste of the wild landscape and the rural life of local villagers. During the tour at a great vista you can rest a while and your guide optionally will welcome you to a wholesome picnic in nature from local produce. After arriving back at the ranch, a cold drink (or when the weather gets bad a warm) will be provided. There will also be time to talk to the guide, ask questions and take pictures with the horses. Helmets are available for free at the ranch. We recommend you to have hiking boots and leggings. Riding boots are recommended only if walking is comfortable in them. The weather conditions of the region make it necessary to have warm clothes and raincoat at hand. If needed, we can provide you the latter ones.Please note: This ride is suitable for intermediate riders and above who are happy and balanced in the saddle at walk, trot and canter. Technical expertise is not as important as good physical health and preferably some prior experience riding outdoors.This tour is for travelers seeking an offbeat and authentic Carpathian experience!