Rambling in Transylvania

Description Rambling in Transylvania

Get to know one of the Transylvanian villages at a leisurely pace.

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A Walk Between an Empire and a Kingdom

Get to know one of the Transylvanian villages at a leisurely pace. Get close to the real character of the mountain villages as you enjoy a relaxing rambling day trip with beautiful scenery and a network of trails that could be rewarding to explore on foot.

Located just a 1-hour drive from Brasov, this is an excellent place for all kinds of outdoor activities – including walking, which you can experience with our licensed guides.

The rolling hills afford expansive views over the entire region with stunning landscapes of the mountains: Bucegi Natural Park, Piatra Craiului National Park, and Postavarul Massif.

Whilst many of the villages in the area are heavily visited, it is possible to walk here and experience real, authentic village life.

The walking grade is easy to moderate, making it perfect for a round trip for walkers looking to explore a corner of Transylvania way off the tourist trail.

At the foothills of the Piatra Craiului mountains, on the former border of the Austro-Hungarian Empire and the Romanian Kingdom, lies a mysterious and remote village called Ciocanu.

A village that once thrived due to the trade and economic benefits of being a border settlement became almost untouched, as if time had stopped passing since the unification following the First World War. First established by three deserter Austro-Hungarian soldiers, the village was named Ciocanu, meaning "hammer," due to its hammer-shaped outline. It is now predominantly inhabited by elderly individuals who live off their cattle and sheep farms.

We invite you to experience a walk/hike in this beautiful area, immersing yourself in the atmosphere of an authentic Romanian mountain village and taking in the idyllic beauty of the landscape, which never ceases to amaze its visitors, regardless of the season. Accompanied by an experienced licensed tour guide, you will be introduced not only to the history and culture of the area but also to local legends and myths.

After our 10-12 km hike, a well-deserved lunch awaits us at a local guesthouse, where we can taste local cheeses (sheep and cattle), pork sausages or lard, home-grown vegetables or home-made preserves/pickles.

Rates:

 

• 239 euros for one person (When you book the rate as one person, in case we have other clients, we refund the difference you paid as a solo traveler, after the tour).

• 149 euros/person for a minimum two people

 

What's included?

Professional guide of the English language
Round-trip transport by air-conditioned car or minivan
Hotel (only from Brasov city) pickup and drop-off
Fuel surcharge
Lunch

Exclusions

Drinks
Gratuities

Meeting point: Muzeul Județean de Istorie 30 Piața Sfatului, 500025 Municipiul Brașov Brașov, Romania - 8:30 AM. Our guide holds the sign "Meeting Point GUARANTEED DEPARTURES DAY TOURS”.

Please note

    Not wheelchair accessible
    Sturdy waterproof walking footwear is recommended
    Waterproof and warm clothes
    Not stroller accessible
    Not suitable for pets
    Not recommended for people with back problems
    Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Duration:  4 - 5 hours
Uphill / downhill: 300 m
Difficulty: Moderate. Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level.
Minimum age of passengers is: 10

Categories: Day trips and excursions / Nature / Photography / Walking tour / Outdoor / Eco-friendly / Family-friendly / Group-friendly / Couples / Tailor-made.
Live tour guide in English.

Important Information

• Your local contact is Active Travel Day Tours on 0040728804952.

• Please note: Complimentary pick-up from Brasov is offered for this tour/activity. If you require this service, you must contact Active Travel Day Tours at

  • Locally on 0040728804952

  • By email at marian@activetravel.ro

  At least 24 days before your tour/activity date, please verify your pick-up time and location. If you are not arriving within the specified timeframe, please get in touch with Active Travel Day Tours before your travels, or immediately upon arrival at your destination.

• Please be ready at least 10 minutes before departure time.

Cancellation policy

    We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if the booking is cancelled 1 day or less before the event.
 

Other post-booking policies: We reserve the right to cancel a customer's booking for a full refund in the event of bad weather.

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