7-Day Transylvania Hiking and E-Bike Tour with Saxon Villages

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore Sighișoara, one of Europe's largest continuously inhabited medieval fortresses
• 02 Ride e-bikes through Saxon villages such as Viscri, Biertan, and Malancrav
• 03 Discover Racoș Volcano, Emerald Lake, and the dramatic Basalt Columns
• 04 Hike the Bucegi plateau and the 7 Scări Canyon's ladders and bridges
• 05 Visit iconic Transylvanian landmarks including Peleș Castle and fortified churches

Embark on an unforgettable 7-day e-bike and hiking journey through the heart of Transylvania, combining outdoor exploration with cultural immersion. Cycle through picturesque Saxon villages such as Viscri, Biertan, and Malancrav, and explore the medieval charm of Sighișoara, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover breathtaking natural wonders including Racoș Volcano, Emerald Lake, the Basalt Columns, the 7 Scări Canyon, and the majestic Bucegi Mountains. Along the way, visit iconic landmarks such as Peleș Castle and fortified churches that reveal the rich heritage of the region.

Visit the medieval city of Sighișoara, the best-preserved city fortress in Transylvania and the largest continuously inhabited medieval fortress in Europe, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Brasov, Bucharest, Sighisoara, Sinaia, Bucegi Natural Park

Languages English, Italian, Romanian

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Arrival and Transfer to the Sighișoara Area

• Pickup from Otopeni International Airport Henri Coandă, followed by departure for the Sighișoara area. Lunch will be served on the way.
• Accommodation and dinner at the guesthouse in Apold.

2

Day 02

E-Bike Tour Through Saxon Villages

• EMTB tour with a medium level of difficulty, including visits to amazing fortified Saxon villages, castles, and fortified churches.
• The route passes through the secular Brite Oak Tree reservation and forms part of the Via Transilvanica.
• Lunch in Mălâncrav or Biertan.

3

Day 03

Sighișoara to Viscri by E-Bike

• EMTB tour from Sighișoara to Viscri, including a visit to the fortified church and King Charles's house, with lunch in the area.
• Visit Saschiz Peasant Fortress, first documented in the 14th century and built by Transylvanian Saxon villagers.

4

Day 04

Sighișoara and Racoș Natural Wonders

• Visit the medieval city of Sighișoara, the best-preserved city fortress in Transylvania and the largest continuously inhabited medieval fortress in Europe, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Lunch in Sighișoara.
• Leave the Sighișoara area and head for Predeal. On the way, stop to visit Racoș Volcano, Emerald Lake, and the Basalt Columns, all impressive wonders of nature.
• Accommodation and dinner at a 3-star hotel in Predeal. Spa access is included.

5

Day 05

Bucegi Plateau Hike and Optional Cave Visit

• Bucegi Piatra Arsă-Babele-Caraiman Cross hiking tour. We go by car to the Bucegi Plateau.
• Optionally, we can also visit Ialomicioara Cave, an impressive natural monument.
• Lunch in Sinaia or around Ialomicioara Cave.

6

Day 06

7 Scări Canyon Hike and Brașov Discovery

• Hike to the 7 Scări Canyon, a medium-difficulty 2-3 hour tour through a gorge famous for the ladders and bridges that weave between its waterfalls and rock formations.
• Optional visit to Prejmer fortified church, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Lunch in Brașov.
• After lunch, discover the legends and history of the old medieval city.

7

Day 07

Peleș Castle Visit and Departure

• After breakfast, begin the trip back to Bucharest, stopping in Sinaia to visit the most beautiful castle in Romania, Peleș Castle.
• Lunch in Sinaia.
• Airport drop-off.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Transportation with a 7+1-seat minivan
• Airport pick-up and Bucharest drop-off
• Accommodation for 6 nights, breakfast included
• Guidance and assistance during activities throughout the whole period
• Car assistance during the Sighișoara area EMTB tours
• E-bike rental
• MTB helmet

What's Not Included

• Other meals or drinks
• Entrance fees to the visited attractions
• Photo/video fees
• Souvenirs or personal expenses

What to bring

• Suitable clothing for cycling and hiking
• Suitable footwear for cycling and hiking
• Rain jacket
• Hat / Sunglasses

Know before you go

• The activities include a medium level of effort.
• Activities are not recommended for children under 14 years old.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Bucharest or Brasov

Tour start

Calea Bucureștilor 224 E, Otopeni 075150, Romania

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.