Cycling the Wallachian Forests
Shared cycling tour of Romania. Group up to 4 persons
A cycling tour will allow you to discover some of the beaten paths destinations that are equally beautiful and interesting. So while you are going to enjoy for about 4-5 hours our cycling tour, you'll be able to admire a beautiful old church covered by exquisite frescoes, you'll enjoy the tranquility of the Wallachian forests, and you are going to taste some good Romanian wines.
Type: shared, cycling
Cycling distance: 26km / 13mi
Location: 1h from Bucharest
Bicycle: provided by us
Equipment: at your request, we can provide bicycle helmets and gloves
Daily departures from Bucharest (please book the tour before showing up)
Meeting point: The Revolution Square - The Memorial of Rebirth Monument (map)
Departure: 9 AM
This tour can be organized as a private tour on any other date you prefer. In this case, the price will be provided on request.
€49/person
Tour information:
Distance
- 26km/13.6mi
Difficulty
- Easy
Terrain
- 80% dirt path
- 20% asphalt
Cycling Time
- Around 4-5 hours
CYCLING TOUR NEAR BUCHAREST
At 9 AM, you'll be picked up from Bucharest. The meeting point is located next to the Memorial of the Rebirth Monument. Free private transfer can be offered to those who request it. In about one hour, you'll reach the destination where the cycling tour begins. Located in a rural area, the cycling path will take you to the Wallachian forests, once known for covering large parts of the area.
The tour includes one of the most beautiful monasteries from the southern part of Romania. The monastery is hidden by a dense forest and boasts a stone church covered by exquisite frescoes. Also, you'll ride through the rural area near Bucharest, a very interesting and not tourist region.
Before the finish of the tour, you'll enjoy a wine tasting. It includes three types of local Romanian wines (not included in the price; 10Euros/person).
The tour will finish in Bucharest at the exact location where it started.
Bikes
You can bring your bicycle or get one from us for free. We provide 27.5 inches hardtail bicycles in medium and large sizes. They come with Shimano 27-speed gearing and Shimano hydraulic disk breaks.
Bike service during the tour
We provide essential repair services during the tour. We also carry spare tubes for the trip.
Safety
While cycling with us, it's mandatory to wear a helmet. You can bring your helmet or get one from us for free.
Water and food
During the tour, you should have a snack sandwich. If not, you can buy a snack or sandwich from a gas station along the way. In addition, we provide water for the cycling tour.
Price
€49/person
Included:
- Bucharest Revolution Square pick-up and drop-off
- Private transfer upon request
- Transportation
- Bicycle
- Bicycle helmet (at your request)
- English-speaking tour leader
- Entrance fees to sites included in the program
Not Included:
- Wine tasting - 3 types of wine (10 Euros/person)
- Meals
- Photographing or filming fees at the visited sites
- Tips
- Travel insurance