Rural Getaway in Saxon Transylvania

CarpatBike and Valea Verde rural retreat warmly invite you to a delightful weekend getaway in the picturesque hills of South Eastern Transylvania. Indulge in three enchanting days of cycling, intertwined with an artisanal cheese and wine tasting experience. This cycling tour promises to immerse you in the rich history, culture, and traditions of Saxon Transylvania.

Program:

Day 1 (May 24th) - Individual arrival in Cund village and short warm up ride

Arriving around noon in the secluded village of Cund, guests will receive a warm welcome from our host, Jonas Schafer. In Cund, Jonas has undertaken the restoration of old homes, bringing 3-4* luxury to this hidden gem. The village is undergoing a revival, seamlessly blending with its ancient traditions.

This afternoon, you'll have the opportunity to immerse yourself in rural life around the quaint village of Cund. Choose to embark on a hiking route from Cund to the neighboring village, or opt for a short warm-up bike ride in the vicinity of Cund. Alternatively, if relaxation is in order, enjoy the swimming pool or arrange for a cart ride over the rolling hills.

Day 2 (May 25th) - Cycling from Cund to Villa Vinea winery

oday marks the beginning of our bike and wine adventure. Covering a 40 km route, we'll explore the Villa Vinea winery and adjacent villages. Following a lunch break and winery tour, we'll trace our route back to Valea Verde, discovering quaint hidden villages with wooden churches, local sheepfolds, and traversing through forests. You have the option to select either the easier pvaed route or the more challenging gravel path leading to the winery.

Day 3 (May 26th) – Around the hills and cheese tasting

After a medieval evening and a rejuvenating breakfast, today we will train our feet with a nice gravel, forest and asphalt route passing the beautiful UNESCO village of Biertan, providing an opportunity to relish the pastoral life in Saxon Transylvania. Departure late in the afternoon, not before enjoying an amazing artisan cheese tasting session from Manufaktura de Branza.

We can also customize the tour for travellers who want to join only for 1 or more days.

Please contact us for your custom offer at home@carpatbike.ro.
If you register before March 1st, you will receive 5% package discount.