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Turda Salt Mine, Corvin Castle and Alba Fortress from Cluj
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From $108.66
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up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
- 11 hours
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Trade the busy streets of Cluj-Napoca for the countryside of Transylvania on this day trip. Join a small group and venture deep into the Turda Salt Mine, a Roman-era relic known for its beautiful salt formations and large chambers. Then, head to Corvin Castle, a large, Gothic-style castle that is one of the largest in Europe. Finally, visit the Alba Carolina Fortress, built in the early 1700s, to protect the new territories of the Habsburg Empire.
- Learn about Romanian history from your guide
- Visit the Turda Salt Mine, Corvin Castle, and Alba Caroline Fortress
- Entrance fees are included for your convenience
- A private tour means a personalized experience
What's Included
- Transportation with a modern vehicle
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Entrance fees Turda Salt Mine, Corvin Castle and Alba Fortress
- Lunch (€13 per person)
- Tip for the tour guide
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- "Matthias Rex" MonumentPiața Unirii, Cluj-Napoca, Romania
Please look after our guide in front of the statue near the Romano Catholic Cathedral.
Start time
08:30 AM
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
Salina Turda
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Castelul Corvinilor
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Cetatea Alba Iulia
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Reviews
5.0
31 reviews
Duncan_W, May 2024
Robert taught a lot of history about the places which really brought them to life. We visited Alba, Corvin Castle and the Salt mine. Great choice if you don't have much time but want to see as much as possible!
Karen_C, Apr 2024
Miguel was an outstanding guide and made sure that everyone had a great day! The Turda salt mines are very interesting, the Alba Fortress has beautiful churches and excellent scenery, and Corvin Castle has so much history associated with it! Miguel took us to see a wooden church near the Corvin Castle although it was not open so we could not go inside it. This is a perfect day trip to take from Cluj-Napoca - we highly recommend it!
Paulina_B, Oct 2023
great daily trip! Very nice tour guide who spoke very good English, clean and comfortable car, great day, excellent trip while in cluj !
I would definitely recommend it .
MichaelE, Sep 2023
Robert was our guide and was exceptionally knowledgeable about the movement of people over the centuries and the cultural impact on Transylvania.A great storyteller as his use of language was also exceptional as he related the history of the sites.
AnneR_D, Aug 2023
Great way to see a lot of different sites in a short (but long) time. Florian our guide was terrific.
Brandon_D, Apr 2023
Robert, our guide was incredibly knowledgeable about the history and culture of the region, and his passion for sharing this information with us was palpable. He had a great sense of humor and a warm, welcoming personality that put everyone at ease right away.
Response from Host, Jun 2023
We're thrilled to hear that you had an exceptional experience with Robert as your guide! It's wonderful to know that his enthusiasm was palpable and that he created a warm and welcoming atmosphere for everyone.
nick, Apr 2023
Oh my gosh, guys! I just had the most fantastic day trip with Rolandia exploring some of Eastern Europe's hidden gems: the Turda Salt Mine, Corvin Castle, and Alba Iulia Citadel. Our super friendly and knowledgeable guide gave us all the deets on each place's history and cultural importance.
The Turda Salt Mine was breathtaking, especially the underground lake! Then, we stepped into a gothic fairytale at Corvin Castle, with its enchanting architecture and spine-chilling legends. Finally, we marvelled at the massive fortifications of Alba Iulia Citadel, which showcased the region's strategic importance.
Kudos to Rolandia for making everything run so smoothly! If you're ever in Romania, I can't recommend this day trip enough. Trust me; you'll create unforgettable memories! 🏰✨🇷🇴
Response from Host, Jun 2023
Thank you for your kind words about Rolandia. We take pride in creating unforgettable memories for our guests. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we hope that more travellers will have the opportunity to explore Romania and its hidden gems through our day trips. We appreciate your enthusiasm and are delighted that you had such a memorable experience. If you ever plan to visit Romania again, we would be more than happy to assist you in discovering more treasures!
Eric_G, Oct 2022
Great trip with Andrei who was very knowledgeable and enjoyable to travel with. His English was exceptional as well.
Response from Host, Mar 2023
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We're thrilled to hear that you had a great trip to Corvin Castle and Alba Carolina Fortress with Andrei. It's great to know that he was knowledgeable and enjoyable to travel with, and that his exceptional English skills made the experience even better for you.
We appreciate your feedback and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back to Romania in the future.
Kind regards,
Rolandia
Nadia_H, Jul 2022
Fantastic your. It was really nice to have a local guide all to ourselves. We were able to ask questions and get a real sense of Romanian culture and history. Andrei was very knowledgeable and (understandingly) passionate about Romania. The tour was a really good mix of old and modern history and we felt we had good exposure to Transylvania. I learnt a lot and gained a new appreciation for the country. This is a great taster trip, and in my case I am determined to go back to Romania to do some more exploring in the future.
Caterina_S, Jun 2022
I found Alba Julia impressive. Corvin Castle architecture is amazing .Our guide was very informative and friendly
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