Turda salt mine, Rimetea village and Alba Iulia, from Cluj

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Turda salt mine, Rimetea village and Alba Iulia, from Cluj — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

Visiting a mine is not something unheard of. Visiting a salt mine may already be a bit different, as there aren't salt mine in all countries. But visiting a salt mine with an underground amusement park is definitely something you'll not do every day. Be curious, be excited and you will be amazed! Turda salt mine is the answer for that!

And to bring the equilibrium to the day, visiting the village of Rimetea will enchant you with the peacefulness of the mountains, where the pace of life is so much different from the life in the big metropolis.

Last visit for the day is at Alba Iulia Vauban style fortress, a very special place both for Romanians and Hungarians.

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At a glance

Duration: 8–9 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 7 people
People per booking: 1–7
Guide: English, French
Operated by: Get a Cluj Tour

Ages: Children (12–17 years) · Adults (18–65 years) · Seniors (66–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: hotel pick up and drop off
Included: services of a professional English speaking guide
Included: TripAdvisor Experiences brokerage fee
Included: all transportation by private vehicle or minibus (gas, road tax and parking fees included)
Included: optional: entry tickets for the salt mine

Not included

Not included: your meals and drinks
Not included: your personal expenses
Not included: tickets for the amusement park inside the salt mine

Itinerary

Salina Turda

2 hours Admission included

You will descend into the underground where you'll completely be surrounded by salt. Walk on a man-made gallery, visit three mining chambers, learn about mining techniques and local urban legends. Chance to take a boat or a Ferris-wheel ride.

The visit of the mine involves climbing and descending some stairs.
Rimetea

one hour

Visit the village of Rimetea, positioned in the Apuseni Mountains. Walk in the main square and learn about the history of the white painted houses and the iron mines close by and discover some mysterious symbols on the local gates.
Cetatea Alba Iulia

2 h 30 min

Walk on the footsteps of the mighty Romans. Learn about the medieval times and admire an 18th century Vauban fortification. And finally, find out why Alba Iulia is so very special for the Romanians.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meeting in front of KFC

End point

Meeting in front of KFC

Pickup points

Hotel Granata
Eloom Hotel
Hotel Miorita Neptun
Hotel Gala Cluj-Napoca
Deja Vu
Boema Apartments
Hotel PASO
Platinia Hotel
Golden Tulip Ana Dome
UBA Accommodation
Hotel Beta
Riverside ApartHotel

and 63 more pickup points

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.

Using your 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.
The constant temperature inside the mine is 10-12° C. Appropriate clothing recommended.
Appropriate walking/hiking shoes recommended
Not recommanded to visit the salt mine if:
under age 3 and over 65; (children between the ages of 2 and 3 and those over the age of 65 have access to the saline with the advice of the doctor);
asthma severe persistent form; asthma; asthma crisis complications - atelectasia, pulmonary emphysema, pneumothorax, respiratory acidosis; complications related to medication - severe bronchospasm, severe allergic reactions;
COPD complications - acute respiratory failure, chronic decompensated pulmonary cord, pneumothorax;
TB regardless of stage;
pulmonary neoplasia;
acute ENT disorders - rhinopharyngitis, tracheobronchitis, acute pneumonia;
cardiovascular disease (stage III HTA, recent myocardial infarction, frequent seizure angina, chronic decompensated pulmonary cord), grade II-III cardiac insufficiency,
digestive disorders - acute hyperacid gastritis, acute hepatitis, acute cholecystitis;
acute renal disease, bladder / kidney lithiasis;
decompensated diabetes mellitus;
collagenosis, acute / chronic rheumatic diseases in inflammatory puse;
peripheral and central neurological disorders (craniocerebral trauma, cerebral abscess, stroke, multiple sclerosis, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, epilepsy);
third-quarter pregnancy
anxiety-depressive syndrome; claustrophobia;
postoperatively for a period of 1-2 months.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

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.
Please dress appropriately. The temperature inside the salt mine is 10-12° C (50-53° F) all year long
In full season, because of big queues for the elevators inside the salt mine, the guide may impose taking the stairs (around 350 steps / one way)
The order of the visits may change, according to the day of the week or season.
Not recommended for travelers with acrophobia
Not recommended for travelers with claustrophobia
Not recommended for child aged 3 and under