Day Trip To Turda Salt Mine, Rimetea Village & Coltesti Fortress

Overview

Available languages

German

English

8 hours

Mobile ticket

This full day tour takes you to the breathtaking Turda salt mine, a one of a kind attraction in Romania. Afterwards, we visit the charming village of Rimetea and hike to the Colțesti fortress, with its impressive scenery.

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Hiking shoes recommended

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Private transportation

Entry Fee in Turda Saltmine

Licensed Tour Guide for the day

All Fees and Taxes

Air-conditioned vehicle

What To Expect

Salina Turda

Turda was once the most important economic centre in this region. Salt, also known as ‘white gold’, has been extracted from the Turda salt mine since the Roman Age. This mine, dating from the 17th century, was a decisive factor in the development of this town from Roman times until today and is now a veritable history museum of salt mining.

2 hours • Admission Included

We spend the afternoon in the Transylvanian Western Carpathian mountains in the village of Rimetea. The chalk white houses and the harmonious structure of the village have earned it several distinctions; for instance, it was named ‘The most beautiful village in Transylvania’ and received the ‘Europa Nostra Peris’ award.

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Shared Tour, in English

Duration: 8 hours
Turda - Rimetea - Coltesti
Car/Minivan
English speaking Guide

Shared Tour, in German

Duration: 9 hours
Turda - Rimetea - Coltesti
Car/Minivan
German speaking Guide

Private Tour, English Language

Reviews

4.96

24 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Great day tour!!
Natalie P,
Sep 11, 2025
- Viator
5.00
This is a great Viator trip! We enjoyed the whole day, and we really enjoyed our energetic, friendly, knowledgeable guide, Ştefan!!!
Would recommend this tour
Mark S,
Nov 19, 2024
- Viator
5.00
The trip was really interesting. Communication prior to the trip was simple and straight forward. The company offered to pick us up from our Old Town Cluj hotel rather than the pick-up point and at the end of the tour to drop us at the airport as we were flying home in the evening. Dorin was a super guide. We had a couple of older guys on the tour. He allowed us all to progress at our own pace. Dorin was knowledgeable on the tour details / history. Lunch was at a nice traditional Romanian restaurant. Food was good and not too pricey. If you have a day spare in Cluj i would recommend this tour.
An active day
Richard v,
Sep 5, 2024
- Viator
5.00
The salt mine was a good experience, bring a vest, it is cool. I really liked hiking up to the fortress. Lunch in the village was nice. We made an extra stop at a small nunnery and at the gorge for those who were interested in zip lining. The group was only 4 and the guide went out of his way to make it a nice tour.
One of the best tours and tour guides
Yasmeen S,
Aug 15, 2024
- Viator
5.00
Such a fantastic day trip and unique places to visit. Thanks to the experience of the tour guide and his knowledge, I got to enjoy my time here.
Unforgettable Trip
Diana H,
Jun 18, 2024
- Viator
5.00
It was an amazing experience Andrei was so passionate that all his enthusiasm was transmitted to us and we had the time of our lives. He was very helpful and knowledgeable The pick-up service was highly appreciated The places we visited were so much more interesting from what I expected