Sibiu by bike
Discover one of Europe's most idyllic medieval city in a 3-4 hours bike tour that will include a mixture of history, culture and the green landscapes of this beautiful place. Located some 215 km north-west of Bucharest, Sibiu is one of the seven fortified cities in Transylvania, forming the Saxon fortified network Siebenburgen - the foundation of Saxon society. We will cross the old city center, reach the Sub Arini Park, later on Dumbrava forest and finish the tour at the majestic Astra Ethnographic Open air Museum for an option lunch.
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Bike tour only
Discover one of Europe's most idyllic medieval city in a 3-4 hours bike tour that will include a mixture of history, culture and the green landscapes of this beautiful place.
Duration: 3 hours
What's included in Sibiu by bike
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Sibiu presents itself as a true cultural capital of Romania, appealing to the tourists due to its medieval charm, its local gastronomy and traditions and to its natural landscape.
Our trip will start in the Old city Center -in the middle of the Big Square, at the old fountain. The buildings surrounding this market are all historical monuments, each of it having its own story and specific architecture.
From the Big Square we will pass, through a small passage under the Council Tower, to the Small Square, another meeting place for the locals and for the tourists. Living the old city, we will descend in the lower town and we will follow a cycling path toward the green are of the city to reach the biggest open-air museum in Romania â Astra Ethnographic Museum. This place is hosting various original traditional houses from all over Romania, old crafts and decorations from Transylvania. The open air museum is also hosting two traditional restaurants, a good opportunity to chat with your guide about the places you just visited.
Back to the Old city center, we will end the tour in the same place, near the old fountain of the citadel.
The tours include guidance, assistance and a refreshing drink. The tour can be customized based on your request and based on the sights you want to visit.
Main highlights: •
The Big Square and its attractions: The Catholic Church, Brukenthal Museum, the City Hall •
The Small Square •
Huet Square (including the Evangelic Cathedral) •
The Bridge of Lies •
The Tours Street, with few of the old defending towers and the defending Middle Age wall) •
The Hunting Museum (optional visit after the tour) •
Sub Arini Park - one of the oldest urban parks in Romania (19th Century) •
Astra Ethnographic Open air Museum â optional lunch inside the Museum
Inclusions
- professional English Speaking guide (we may also organize French or German speaking guide)
- Bottled water
- Use of bicycle
- Use of helmet
- photos along the trip
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Middle of the Big Square, in the Old city centre, at the Old fountain
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund All flight times are approximate and subject to change due to weather conditions and weight restrictions. Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.
