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Transfagarasan Highway and Balea Lake E-Bike Tour

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| Brasov, Romania
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Overview

We are going to start cycling from low altitude at a small market from where we will have a magnificent view over Mount Fagaras and Balea Waterfall . After few kilometres we will get into the most interesting mountain highway builded in Romania in the years of comunism . The views displayed during the trip are amazing , the mountains that surround the way show their majestic peaks during the whole way . We will see in the way up , much closer to our eyes , the Balea Waterfall and after a while we will reach the top at altitude 2034 where a peasant market and the well known Balea Lake will be displayed . After visiting all the interesting touristic points a descent full of adrenaline back to the starting place will follow .
Please be aware that during the winter the transportation to the lake is possible by cablecar only .

What's Included

  • Private transportation
  • Use of bicycle
  • Helmet and gloves are included
  • Lunch You can have a nice lunch (and a nice view) at one of the restaurants are up on the mountain ( not included)
  • Snacks You can bring your favorite snaks with you or you can have a sandwich or two in your backpack and 1l bottle of water .
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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point

Hotel Aro Palace
Bdul Eroilor, nr 27, Brasov 500030, Romania

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Pickup details

The pick up point is in front of the hotel Capitol (parking) from Brasov. You can enter the address of your own accommodation in Brasov and - if is possible - I will pick you up from that location. I also can pick you up from Fagaras train station at morning hours -message 1-2 days before the tour day , please .

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Bulevardul Eroilor
Brașov, Romania

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

What To Expect

Transfagarasan Highway

We are going to bike ride along the most beautiful highway dug into the Carpathian mountain , between the mountains peaks . We will start to pedal from altitude 497 m and we will get to altitude 2034 m where we will see displayed in front of our eyes the magnificent Lake Balea .
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Le Lac Balea

Balea Glacier Lake is situated at 2034 m altitude and is an amazing place visited by everybody who is croosing the Fagaras Mountains alog the well known Transfagarasan Highway. In the way to lake Balea we will also stop to see Balea Waterfall .
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Transfagarasan Highway and Balea Lake E-Bike Tour?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Average 4.87 out of 5 stars based on 15 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Transfagarasan Highway and Balea Lake E-Bike Tour?
A:
This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Private transportation.
  • Use of bicycle.
  • Helmet and gloves are included.
The following is NOT included:
  • Lunch. You can have a nice lunch (and a nice view) at one of the restaurants are up on the mountain ( not included).
  • Snacks. You can bring your favorite snaks with you or you can have a sandwich or two in your backpack and 1l bottle of water.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
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The minimum age to participate is 10. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Transfagarasan Highway and Balea Lake E-Bike Tour is as follows:

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Transfagarasan Highway and Balea Lake E-Bike Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Private transportation
  • Use of bicycle
  • Helmet and gloves are included
  • LunchYou can have a nice lunch (and a nice view) at one of the restaurants are up on the mountain ( not included)
  • SnacksYou can bring your favorite snaks with you or you can have a sandwich or two in your backpack and 1l bottle of water .

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers

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