Turda salt mine, Rimetea village & Alba Iulia (1 day, from Cluj)
Visiting a mine is not something unheard of. Visiting a salt mine may already be a bit different, as there aren't salt mine in all countries. But visiting a salt mine with an underground amusement park is definitely something you'll not do every day. Be curious, be excited and you will be amazed! Turda salt mine is the answer for that!
And to bring the equilibrium to the day, visiting the village of Rimetea will enchant you with the peacefulness of the mountains, where the pace of life is so much different from the life in the big metropolis.
Last visit for the day is at Alba Iulia Vauban style fortress, a very special place both for Romanians and Hungarians.
Options
Private tour + entry tickets
min. 1 - max. 7 participants: This option insures you that no other traveller will joint you on the tour.
Pickup included
What's included in Turda salt mine, Rimetea village & Alba Iulia (1 day, from Cluj)
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Salina Turda
You will descend into the underground where you'll completely be surrounded by salt. Walk on a man-made gallery, visit three mining chambers, learn about mining techniques and local urban legends. Chance to take a boat or a Ferris-wheel ride. The visit of the mine involves climbing and descending some stairs.
Rimetea
Visit the village of Rimetea, positioned in the Apuseni Mountains. Walk in the main square and learn about the history of the white painted houses and the iron mines close by and discover some mysterious symbols on the local gates.
Cetatea Alba Iulia
Walk on the footsteps of the mighty Romans. Learn about the medieval times and admire an 18th century Vauban fortification. And finally, find out why Alba Iulia is so very special for the Romanians.
Inclusions
- hotel pick up and drop off
- services of a professional English speaking guide
- TripAdvisor Experiences brokerage fee
- all transportation by private vehicle or minibus (gas, road tax and parking fees included)
- optional: entry tickets for the salt mine
- your meals and drinks
- your personal expenses
- tickets for the amusement park inside the salt mine
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- The duration of the tour is approximate, the exact duration will depend on traffic conditions and your personal interests.
- Please dress appropriately. The temperature inside the salt mine is 10-12° C (50-53° F) all year long
- In full season, because of big queues for the elevators inside the salt mine, the guide may impose taking the stairs (around 350 steps / one way)
- The order of the visits may change, according to the day of the week or season.
- Not recommended for travelers with acrophobia
- Not recommended for travelers with claustrophobia
- Not recommended for child aged 3 and under
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 20 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
For private tours we offer pick up from your accommodation or any other spot in the city (unless a pedestrian / one-way street). At the time of booking, please give us the address where we can meet you. For shared tours, we ask travellers to choose one of the two set pick up locations. We'll keep you informed about the pick up time.
Meeting / End Points
- Meeting in front of KFC
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
• Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly. • The duration of the tour is approximate, the exact duration will depend on traffic conditions and your personal interests. • The constant temperature inside the mine is 10-12° C. Appropriate clothing recommended. • Appropriate walking/hiking shoes recommended • Not recommanded to visit the salt mine if: - under age 3 and over 65; (children between the ages of 2 and 3 and those over the age of 65 have access to the saline with the advice of the doctor); - asthma severe persistent form; asthma; asthma crisis complications - atelectasia, pulmonary emphysema, pneumothorax, respiratory acidosis; complications related to medication - severe bronchospasm, severe allergic reactions; - COPD complications - acute respiratory failure, chronic decompensated pulmonary cord, pneumothorax; - TB regardless of stage; - pulmonary neoplasia; - acute ENT disorders - rhinopharyngitis, tracheobronchitis, acute pneumonia; - cardiovascular disease (stage III HTA, recent myocardial infarction, frequent seizure angina, chronic decompensated pulmonary cord), grade II-III cardiac insufficiency, - digestive disorders - acute hyperacid gastritis, acute hepatitis, acute cholecystitis; - acute renal disease, bladder / kidney lithiasis; - decompensated diabetes mellitus; - collagenosis, acute / chronic rheumatic diseases in inflammatory puse; - peripheral and central neurological disorders (craniocerebral trauma, cerebral abscess, stroke, multiple sclerosis, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, epilepsy); - third-quarter pregnancy - anxiety-depressive syndrome; claustrophobia; - postoperatively for a period of 1-2 months.
