Private Transfagarasan&Balea Lake
Explore the Transfagarasan, the highest altitude pass road of Sibiu, the glacial Balea Lake, located at an altitude of 2034 m, the ruins of the Cistercian Abbey of Carta and the Palace and Garden in Avrig, in baroque style, on this full-day private tour.
Please note: This trip can be booked also during the winter season, excepting the hiking part from Balea Waterfall to Balea Lake (to get to Balea Lake it is necessary to take the cable car).
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Private Transfagarasan&Balea Lake
Pickup included
What's included in Private Transfagarasan&Balea Lake
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Transfagarasan Highway
The Transfagarasan mountain road (or national road 7C) is one of the most spectacular roads in the world. Located in Romania, it runs through the Fagaras Mountains and has more tunnels and viaducts than any other road in Romania.
Carta Monastery
The Cistercian Abbey from Cârţa the monument has kept its impressive architecture: capitals, keystones, windows and consoles and even the 15th-century western portal. Today the church is frequented by the evangelical community of Cârţa.
Avrig
The Brukenthal is a stately palace from 1788, formerly used as the summer residence of Transylvanian Baron Samuel von Brukenthal. Visitors to the historic Brukenthal Palace can enjoy the Baroque architecture and the large landscaped palace park.
Inclusions
- Transport with air-conditioned car from/to Sibiu
- Map of Romania
- English speaking guide/driver, according to the program for 1 day from/to Sibiu
- Supplement for Cable Car at Balea Lake € 19,00/person
- Entrance fees to the Fortified Church in Carta and Buckental Palace in Avrig: € 6,00/person
- Photo fees
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Meeting point: In front of your hotel in Sibiu Departure hour: 10:00 AM Operating days: Daily Duration: 10 hours All the tours has a guarantee with minimum 2 participants. Route: Sibiu – Transfagarasan Road - Balea Lake -– Carta - Avrig - Sibiu
