Turda Salt Mine, Rimetea & Alba Iulia (from Cluj)

Your guide will pick you up from your accommodation in Cluj at 8:30 am, starting your day with a fascinating journey into the depths of Turda Salt Mine, renowned as the most stunning salt mine in Romania. This ancient site has served many purposes over the years: an antiaircraft shelter during WWII, a cheese maturation facility in the communist era, and now a unique underground amusement park in Transylvania. As you explore, you'll witness the millions of chisel and hammer marks left by miners—a testament to their labor and craftsmanship. A visit to Salina Turda promises to be an unforgettable experience in the heart of Transylvania.

Next, as you venture into the Apuseni Mountains, you'll discover Rimetea, a beautifully preserved Hungarian village harmoniously nestled in nature. Once famous for its iron mines and skilled blacksmiths, Rimetea offers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of Transylvania.

The final stop of the day is the historic Alba Carolina Fortress, a star-shaped Vauban masterpiece in Alba Iulia. This former imperial military town boasts a wealth of history, from ancient Roman ruins and Hungarian royal tombs housed in Transylvania's oldest church to the site of Romania's pivotal unification with Transylvania in the 20th century.

By evening, you'll return to Cluj, wrapping up the perfect mini-tour of Transylvania, filled with unforgettable sights and stories.