Turda Salt Mine, Corvin castle & mystery visit (1 day, from Cluj)
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About the Activity
This tour takes you on a journey through royal history, exploring castles, tombs and legendary acts. Visit Hunyad Castle in Hunedoara, a stunning Gothic masterpiece, ranked among Europe’s top must-see castles. Experience the magic of an underground lake with a surreal boat ride. Delve into the history of salt mining, uncovering its immense value and the urban legends woven into the region’s past. Enhance your experience with an extra visit, chosen by group approval, adding 1-2 hours to the itinerary for a unique and memorable detour.10 hours
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Availability and Prices
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Inclusions & Exclusions
entry tickets (Turda salt mine, Corvin Castle) - if option selected
services of a professional English speaking guide
all transportation by private vehicle or minibus (gas, road tax and parking fees included)
optional bonus visit
hotel pick-up and drop off (only for private tours)
your meals and drinks
your personal expenses
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Travel Itinerary
- Maximum 7 travellers in this tour.
Locations in the itinerary
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Salina Turda
Aleea Durgaului 7, Turda, Romania, 401106While visiting the main gallery and three mine chambers, the guide will tell you about the ancient salt exploitation in the area, about the value of salt in the Middle ages or about the reason salt is no longer extracted here. Besides historical facts, you will be able to enjoy a huge ferries-wheel, all sort of activities (table tennis, mini golf, etc.) or riding a boat on an underground lake. 2 hours • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
Castelul Corvinilor
Strada Curtea Corvinilor 1-3, Hunedoara, Romania, 331141Visit the most impressive Gothic castle in Romania. Learn about medieval defence architecture, local legends and historical facts about Hunyad family. 1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationMeeting and Pickup
Starting point
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Meeting on the sidewalk, in front of the Romanian Theatre HouseView Location
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Meeting in front of KFCView Location
End point
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Meeting on the sidewalk, in front of the Romanian Theatre HouseView Location
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Meeting in front of KFCView Location
Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations; or, customers can make their own way to the start point- Travelers can choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- Please note: this tour is presented both as private and shared tour. The shared tour has set dates (every Monday and Thursday, May - October) in which it is guaranteed to start if there are at least 3 participants enlisted. If the minimum number of participants is not reached, the tour will not start. In this case, we may offer you an alternative tour. 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.
- Travelers will be picked up 20 minutes before departure time
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Additional Information
- 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 (bonus visit included).
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately: from May to September, please take a sweater or a jacket with you as temperature inside the salt mine is only 10-12° C (50-53° F)
- In full season, because of big queues for the elevators, the guide may impose taking the stairs inside the salt mine (around 350 steps / one way)
- Please try to put on some non-slippery shoes.
- In compliance with Romanian law, children under 12 years old or shorter than 135 cm (53 inches) must use a car seat or booster. As we do not provide these, children who meet these criteria can only join the tour if you bring your own seat or booster.
- This tour requires moderate walking on varied terrain, including paved paths, cobblestones, uneven, and slippery surfaces, as well as city hills. Expect to climb and descend stairs, including inside the salt mine, which has around 500 steps—though 90% can be avoided by using the elevator, except in case of technical issues. At Corvin Castle, be prepared for steep staircases without handrails, with no elevator access. Extended periods of standing are common, and you may experience changes in altitude and temperature throughout the tour.
- Not recommended for travelers with acrophobia
- Not recommended for travellers with claustrophobia
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
- French
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticket• 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 (bonus visit included).Cancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity due to too few participants.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Europe/Bucharest time to receive 100% refund.
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