Apuseni Mountains

The Apuseni mountains are gentle, wooded mountains, with the appearance of fairy tale mountains, very spectacular with many gorges, sinkholes and caves. In the Padis Plateau there is the highest concentration of caves throughout Europe.

Also, in this area there is located Scarisoara Cave, home of the largest underground glacier in Europe. 

Day 1

After meeting at the airport follows a 6 hours transfer by car to the Padis Plateau.

Day 2

First day o the mountain begins with a 7 hours trip to the small, isolated, traditional mountain village "The Stone House"(Casa de Piatra). Along the way we visit the wild and spectacular caves "Vartop" and "Coiba Mare".

Day 3

This day starts by trekking the "Radesei Stronghold", a river-crossed cave, that opens before us after going through spectacular gorges. 

After this, we climb on the cliffs that watches over the river and the gorges from over 100 meters height. 

Day 4

The trip for this day lasts about 10 hours; we visit the incredibly beautiful "Galbenei Gorges", with tall waterfalls and extraordiary caves. Along this trail we find the cave of "Dolina 1" with the most spectacular entrance given by its greatness. 

Day 5

We will transfer by car to visit "Bears Cave" and "Scarisoara Cave". In  the evening we camp at Stana de Vale, one of the most beautiful mountain resorts in the area, surrounded by picturesque landscapes.

Day 6

We transfer by car to the medieval city of Sibiu (Hermannstadt) where we spend the night in a guest house. This day is dedicated to visiting Sibiu, the "European Cultural Capital" in 2007. 

Day 7

Transfer by car or by minibus from Sibiu to the airport.  

Necessary equipment: tent, sleeping bag, sleeping mattress, daypack (20-30l), hiking shoes, trekking sandals, breathable clothes, waterproof gear, gaiters, headlamp, sun glasses, etc.

This is a trip for a group of 2-8 tourists.

The itinerary is flexible and could be changed due to bad weather conditions, fitness and other local conditions.

This is a trip dedicated for summer (tent, guest house accommodation) or autumn (guest house accommodation).

This a trip for tourists with a minimum of training, it has a medium grade of difficulty given by the long trails.

Price for tent accommodation:

  For 2 pers: 350 Euro/pers

  For 3 pers: 340 Euro/pers

  For 4 pers: 330 Euro/pers

  For 5 pers: 320 Euro/pers

  For 6 pers: 310 Euro/pers

  For 7 pers: 300 Euro/pers

  For 8 pers: 290 Euro/pers

Price for guest house accommodation:

  For 2 pers: 550 Euro/pers

  For 3 pers: 530 Euro/pers

  For 4 pers: 500 Euro/pers

  For 5 pers: 470 Euro/pers

  For 6 pers: 430 Euro/pers

  For 7 pers: 400 Euro/pers

  For 8 pers: 370 Euro/pers

The price includes: 

 - accommodation fee for all nights ( 1 night accommodation in Sibiu for the tent trip or 6 nights for the guest house accommodation trip )

 - Dinner and breakfast at the guest house in Sibiu ( for both options )

 - transfer by car or by minibus for all 7 days

 - the services of an experienced English speaking guide

 - All visiting fees