Overview
~225 Km by bike in 5 days in Saxon Transylvania
• Luggage transportation and premium 4* authentic accommodation
• Local culinary experience, crafts, wine and organic cheese tasting experience
• Discover the history, the culture and the traditions of Medieval Transylvania
• Rides across traditional Saxon villages, part of the Natura 2000 European Union’s protected area
This tour takes you along country roads and pastoral landscapes far from the crowded routes, on flat terrain, unpaved country trails, up and downhill trails enjoying the incredible Transylvanian scenery. You will experience four wonderful cycling days mixed with an extraordinary culinary and cultural experience.
You will pass historic architecture, preserved since the Middle Ages. You will visit UNESCO World Heritage fortified churches, castles, remote villages, and even the medieval city of Sibiu, named the Cultural Capitial of Europe in 2007. The landscape is a mosaic of oak and beech forests, rich meadows and pastures. The small Transylvanian villages centered around fortified churches are still keeping the same level of civilization.
We have prepared for your accommodation selected small 4* hotels and medieval guesthouses with tranquility, organic food and high comfort.
- Price:
- from 780.00 €
- Duration:
- 5 days/4 nights
- Start / End:
- Brasov/Sighisoara
- Distance:
- ~225 km total bike ride
- Accommodation:
- premiere inns and 3-4* rural hotels
- Activity level:
- Intermediate
- Dates:
-
25 Apr. 2026
Highlights
- Sighisoara/Schaessburg – the last European "living" Middle Age city
- Brasov/Kronstadt – one of the most important medieval cities in Central part of the country
- Viscri rural site – in the UNESCO World Heritage since 1996
- Kalnoky castle
- Old crafts performed by the locals, cheese and wine tasting experience
Day by day
Arrive in Brasov from noon onward. Optional morning transfer from Bucharest includes a visit to Peles Castle, the former royal summer residence. After settling in, meet your guide for a trip briefing and bike fitting, then enjoy a stroll through Brasov’s charming old town and its iconic Black Church.
Overnight: Brasov city center
Meals: Welcome drink
After breakfast, cycle 50 km from Brasov through Sanpetru, Bod, and along the Olt River to Miclosoara. Visit Count Kalnoky’s 13th-century castle, then stay overnight in his restored guesthouses — charming 19th-century cottages once visited by King Charles III.
Overnight: Miclosoara – Kalnoky Castle
Meals: B
Cycling: 50 km, flat paved terrain, 110 m ascent
After a medieval evening and a hearty breakfast, continue cycling along the Olt River toward Viscri. You can choose a longer scenic route via Talisoara and Rupea or a shorter one through Jimbor and Baile Homorod. Stop in Rupea for lunch and visit its hilltop fortress before riding on to Viscri — a UNESCO-listed Saxon village famed for its 12th-century fortified church, whitewashed houses, and vibrant crafts. Stay in a charming restored guesthouse, explore local workshops, and watch the cows return at dusk — a timeless Transylvanian scene.
Overnight: Viscri – local traditional guesthouse
Meals: B
Cycling: 68 km, 400 m ascent
Leave Viscri and ride 15 km of rolling paved road to Jibert, then cross an 8 km forest hill to Cobor — a tough but spectacular climb. In Cobor, visit a biodiversity farm with horses and cattle and enjoy an organic lunch. Continue 10 km on gravel, then follow smooth roads to Cincsor. Stay in the beautifully restored former parish house, dine in a converted barn, and unwind in the garden or library.
Overnight: Cincsor – former parish house
Meals: B
Cycling: 52 km (mixed gravel and paved), 470 m ascent, 600 m descent
Ride from Cincsor to Sighisoara on a fully paved 68 km route via Dealu Frumos and Agnita. Explore Sighisoara’s UNESCO-listed medieval citadel — the best-preserved and still-inhabited fortress in Transylvania.
Optional - Stay overnight in the old town and enjoy dinner at your leisure.
Meals: B
Cycling: 68 km, 550 m ascent, 500 m descent
What si included
- 4 nights premium accommodation (differs if optional day included)
- all breakfasts
- Detailed trip description and programme, GPX maps and roadbook
- Bike, accessories and equipment rental (if required)
- Luggage transportation
- Local Taxes
Not included
- Airfare and transportation to and from the trip pick-up/drop-off locations
- Alcoholic drinks during the programme
- Tips for the driver, the arts&crafts visits at restaurants (5-10% of the bill)
- Extra charges for laundry, room service, etc
- Individual travel Insurance for the trip (compulsory in order to be accepted for the tour)
- Lodging before and after the trip
- Individual insurance for special activities (recommended)
- Additional local guides, if required
- Single room supplement
- All the other conditions are presented in the “Terms and conditions” document
More information
Meeting and departure:
How to get there:
We suggest that you arrive at one day prior to the trip start, which will enable you to adjust to the time zone and minimize the risk of missing the trip start due to flight-related delays. We recommend that you fly into Bucharest or Sibiu airports. Travel time between Bucharest and Brasov is approximately 3 hours. On a weekday, there are 5-8 good trains per day traveling from Bucharest to Brasov and the ticket price ranges from 20-35 EUR/person.
For the return trip from Sighisoara, there are a few trains per day to Bucharest. Please ask tour consultant for specific details and advance bookings.
Please inform the tour company on your flight schedule to advise for appropriate transfer times for meeting and departure.
Terrain:
This tour includes national, local, village, and forest roads through pastoral landscapes and peaceful Transylvanian scenery. The terrain includes flat asphalt routes, unpaved country hilly trails, and rolling hills and is suitable for cyclists in good physical condition, varying from 30 to 60 km per day.
On this tour, 10% of the riding is on dedicated bike paths, 60% is on quiet roads with little traffic, and 30 % on roads shared with traffic.
This tour is manageable for participants of various ages and would be a fun tour for a family (minimum age 10 recommended) or first-time bike tourists.
Lodging:
We have prepared for you accommodation in beautifully restored medieval castles or Saxon guesthouses preserved since Medieval times.
Bike info
Cannondale, Cube, Canyon or Specialized touring and e-touring bikes are available on this tour.
Equipment provided at no charge:
- Helmet
- Locks
- Repair kit
- Pump
- Water bottle
Other equipment is available at an additional charge:
- GPS system
- Cycle computer
- Panniers and rack
Pedals/seats:
You may choose to bring your own seat, pedals, bottles and/or other accessories; we will change out seats and pedals for you.
Helmets:
While a helmet can be provided, we recommend that for safety and hygiene reasons you bring your own or plan to purchase one upon arrival. Please consider also bringing your own water recipient.
Dates & Prices
We reward our guests with lower pricing the earlier you book. Since this is a self guided tour, you have the option to book the tour for any particular date and we are happy to support you also with a customized offer for your group.
Book it on your chosen dates, just for your group. Prices may vary depending on group size.
Please contact us for details at home@carpatbike.ro.
Dates
| from 25 Apr 2026 to 25 Oct 2026 - 5 days/4 nights | Book now |
Prices
| Price EUR/person/net price | Bike rental not included | Bike rental included | Single room supplement |
|---|---|---|---|
| starting from | € 780 | € 885 | € 189 |
