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Small-Group Mountain Villages Walk & Local Lunch from Brasov

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Brasov, Romania

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7 to 9 hours (approx.)
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Overview

This small group tour takes you straight to the heart of rural life in Romania. See some local houses, visit the Bat Cave, take a trek through the local mountain forests, and learn about a way of life that’s slowly disappearing.

What's Included

  • Lunch
  • Visit to the Bat Cave and to the oldest guest house in the National Park
  • Transport by private, air-conditioned car
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
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Meeting point: In front of Biblioteca Județeană "George Barițiu", Bulevardul Eroilor 33-35. Please be aware that we provide pick-up and drop-off services exclusively within the city of Brașov, as well as for guests staying outside the old town. The pick-up time will vary based on the location requested. Additionally, we are happy to drop off guests at a different location than the pick-up point for an additional fee.

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Bulevardul Eroilor 33-35
Brașov 500036, Romania

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Piatra Craiului National Park

One of the most beautiful mountains of Romania.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Magura

Nestled in the Piatra Craiului National Park Mountains in the Southern Carpathians, the villages of Pestera an Magura offer an authentic glimpse into rural Romanian life. Your immersive, full-day tour begins in central Brașov, where you’ll meet your local guide and board a private vehicle for the 45-minute drive to the village. Along the way, let your guide know if you have any specific interests so he or she can customize the day’s itinerary. Learn about the history of the villages, where the traditional industries of sheep farming and cheese making are still practice by many of the village’s. Visit the Bat Cave about 10 minutes. Next, set off into the surrounding hills and meadows og Magura village for a moderate guided hike for 3 to 4 hours. Let your guide know if you prefer to hike for longer or shorter, and go at a pace that’s comfortable to you.
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3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Pestera

Make a stop to the oldest guest house in the National Park. After working up an appetite, we have a hearty lunch. Savour simple Romanian cuisine home-made from local farm-fresh ingredients including eggs, vegetables and pork. Purchase beer or wine to top off your meal. From the guest house we have a walk in Pestera Village back to the car, about 1 hour. We can visit also the local church.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Minimum 2 people. If you are single you pay as for 2.
  • Please bring your own mask; we provide hand sanitizer. We are cleaning vehicles after every tour.
  • When you book the rate as 1 person, in case we have other clients, we refund the difference you paid as solo traveler, after the tour.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Small-Group Mountain Villages Walk & Local Lunch from Brasov?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Lunch
  • Visit to the Bat Cave and to the oldest guest house in the National Park
  • Transport by private, air-conditioned car
  • Cheese tastings
  • Private guide
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Dress warmly: Sturdy and waterproof hiking shoes and warm clothes recommended
  • Route may be changed without notice due to weather conditions
  • Important note about Pestera and Magura Village - in those 2 villages the people never died because of cancer or heart attack - they leave an healthy life: working the land, taking care of animals (sheep and cows), preparing and eating home made food from their small farm (meat, eggs, milk), drinking fresh water from the spring and home made alcoholic drink called "tuica" made from different fruits as apples, plums, pears!
  • The cheese tasting and lunch are taking place at one of the gueshouses in the area.
  • Minimum 2 people. If you are single you pay as for 2.
  • Please bring your own mask; we provide hand sanitizer. We are cleaning vehicles after every tour.
  • When you book the rate as 1 person, in case we have other clients, we refund the difference you paid as solo traveler, after the tour.
  • Meeting point: In front of Biblioteca Județeană "George Barițiu", Bulevardul Eroilor 33-35. Please be aware that we provide pick-up and drop-off services exclusively within the city of Brașov, as well as for guests staying outside the old town. The pick-up time will vary based on the location requested. Additionally, we are happy to drop off guests at a different location than the pick-up point for an additional fee.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
  • Operated by a business

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