Turda Salt Mine, Corvin Castle, Alba Fortress

Embark on a day trip from Cluj-Napoca to explore Romania’s iconic attractions. Visit the Turda Salt Mine, Corvin Castle, and Alba Fortress for a journey through history and natural wonders.

Duration: 11 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Salina Turda - First, we’ll delve into the fascinating history of the Turda Salt Mine, one of the world’s oldest and most unique salt mines. The mine has a rich history that dates back to the Roman Empire. Salt extraction from this mine began during the Roman occupation in 107 AD, and it continued to be a significant source of salt for the region…
What's Included
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Bottled water
  • Transportation with a modern vehicle
  • Entrance fees for Turda Salt Mine, Corvin Castle, and Alba Fortress
What's Not Included
  • Lunch (€13 per person)
  • Tip for the tour guide
Additional Information

Embark on a remarkable day journey from Cluj-Napoca, taking in Romania’s most emblematic sights! Delve into the intriguing past of the Turda Salt Mine, admire the detailed Gothic design of the imposing Corvin Castle, and traverse the magnificence of the Alba Carolina Fortress. Our itinerary, brimming with adventure, will leave you speechless as you gain…

Location
"Matthias Rex" Monument
Piața Unirii
Please look after our guide in front of the statue near the Romano Catholic Cathedral.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Youngdaes923
Oct 20, 2024
An amusement park in the basement! - It was a bigger salt mine than expected. They enjoyed the display, which was designed for tourists and included a horse machine. I was particularly fascinated by the pattern created by rock salt, I was also amazed by the underground amusement parks and lakes. The temperature is constant, so you can enjoy it all year round.
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941jimenac
Sep 26, 2024
Super! - !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!George was very kind, he gave us the time we needed and explained it to us very well. SUPER !!!!!!!!!!
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Anne_g
Sep 18, 2024
Nice combination of places to visit - Enjoyed all three parts of the trip - mine, castle, city fortifications and churches-which were very different from each other.
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Albert_h
Jul 22, 2024
5* trip - I had an incredible day trip from Cluj to the Turda Salt Mine, Alba Carolina, and Corvin Castle, and I can't recommend it enough! Being part of a small group made the experience feel intimate and tailored. Our guide was outstanding—knowledgeable and engaging, with fascinating stories about each site
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George_f
Jul 20, 2024
Best way to discover Transylvania in only one day - I recently took a day trip with Rolandia from Cluj, and it was an incredible experience! They packed in the Turda Salt Mine, Corvin Castle, and Alba Iulia—each stop was fantastic. The tour was well-organized and the guide was excellent. Highly recommend for a comprehensive, efficient exploration of the area!
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Siobhanreilly72
Jun 18, 2024
We were o a short weekend break and it was great to get the three ve ues in one day. Great trip! - Beautiful scenery throughout the tour. Salt mines look like alien spacecraft and a fantastic tour to take, but be aware, a lot of steep steps, get your steps in. Fortress and Corvin Castle were stunning and fantastic that they are being preserved and available to us. Lovely to see different parts of Romania and Transylvania and a very comfortable, pleasant way to do it. Thank you isteban!
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Vetgirl2004
Jun 2, 2024
Recommend 1000% - There was a small hitch in that the day I had originally planned to do the tour (my schedule was tight and locked down a long time before) they had to cancel. But I was able to get a last minute evening bus and a hotel room in Cluj to be in town on time to do the tour the day before I planned, which Rolandia were able to accommodate. And I'm so glad I did! The tour was fantastic. Our guide Istvan was lovely, full of information. All the stops were fantastic, although the Salt Mine has a strange beauty about it and Corvin Castle is beyond stunning. Istvan suggested a wonderful place for lunch in Alba Iulia with beautiful surroundings, amazing food and at a brilliant price. Our tour group all went to dinner in the evening with Istvan and his girlfriend at a restaurant he suggested (also amazing food at an excellent price!) Beware the Palinca and Unicum!
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501andreinan
May 22, 2024
Spectacular - I visited the Turda salt mine and Corvin Castle. The mines are spectacular as is the castle. I highly recommend the visit.
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Silviu_c
May 14, 2024
Worth every penny - George was a great tour guide and we had a beautiful experience - definitely recommended + we had a chance to have some great lunch.
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Duncan_w
May 6, 2024
Fantastic trip - Robert taught a lot of history about the places which really brought them to life. We visited Alba, Corvin Castle and the Salt mine. Great choice if you don't have much time but want to see as much as possible!
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