Turda salt mine 4h tour from Cluj
Overview
Available languages
4 hours
Mobile ticket
Embark on a fascinating underground adventure with departures from Cluj at 8:30 AM and 1:30 PM. Descend into a surreal world completely surrounded by salt, where you'll explore man-made galleries, marvel at three historic mining chambers, and delve into the stories of ancient techniques and local legends. For added fun, enjoy a boat ride on the underground lake or a Ferris-wheel experience within the mine.
The tour involves stairs, but two elevators are available to make the visit accessible for most guests. Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!
Additional Info
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately (from May to September, please take a sweater or a jacket with you as temperature inside is only 10-12° C (50-53° F) all year long)
In full season, because of big queues for the elevators, the guide will impose taking the stairs (around 350 steps / one way)
The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
Please try to put on some non-slippery shoes.
Not recommended for travelers with acrophobia
Not recommended for travelers with claustrophobia
Not recommended for child aged 3 and under
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Salina Turda
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 and, nevertheless, take a boat or a Ferris-wheel ride. The visit of the mine involves climbing and descending some stairs. Most of the stairs can be avoided by taking two different elevators.
What‘s Included
entry tickets - if option selected
services of a professional English speaking guide/driver
TripAdvisor Experiences brokerage fee
all transportation by private vehicle or minibus (gas, road tax and parking fees included)
hotel pick-up and drop off (only for private tours)
your personal expenses
tickets for the amusement park inside the salt mine
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Shared tour + entry tickets
min. 3 & max. 7 participants: If less than 3 participants, the tour will not take place and you will receive a full refund or an alternative date / tour.
Shared tour -no entry tickets
min 3 & max 7 participants: If less than 3 participants, the tour will not take place and you will receive a full refund or an alternative date / tour.
Private tour -no entry tickets
min. 1 & max. 7 participants: This option insures you that no other traveller will joint you on the tour.
Pickup included
Private tour + entry tickets
min 1 & max 7 participants: This option insures you that no other traveller will joint you on the tour.
Pickup included
Reviews
74 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fantastic skilled guide
Anette Rahbek B,Mar 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Geta is really pleasant to be on a guided tour with. She is interesting + historically, geographically and linguistically incredibly skilled. She brings out stars*****
An afternoon with the best tour guide, Geta
Eduardo S,Jan 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour guide called Geta was the best guide in my trip to Rumania. She is a naturally nice person who explains with patience and is attentive to any doubt from the tourists. But besides her skills, which are superb, you feel her as a friend, a someone who is genuinely interested in you doubts and feelings. Geta has her own tourist company and everyone who wants to have a nice experience, should contact her.
Experience very...
Mauro C,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Very immersive experience, thanks to the expert guide, who showed us all the nuances of the quarry, accompanied by the history that surrounds it.
Brilliant tour and experience
Darragh D,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a lovely tour guide who was very friendly and informative. She was very well educated in the geography as well as the history of the mine and the surrounding area. She gave us a brilliant tour of the mine as well as giving of plenty of free time to explore the mine ourselves.
Must see when in Cluj
Mark S,Sep 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide, Geta, was very charming and knowledgeable. A native of Turda, she provided insight we would not have gotten on our own.
Very nice experience,...
Fausta Q,Aug 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very nice experience, interesting and to recommend. Our guide Geta was very exhaustive, kind and is very prepared. Also on more general topics concerning Romania and Transylvania.
A bit of a let down
571DavidB571,Jul 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00If you have been to Wieliczka you will be disappointed. This is simply a very long walk to go down a huge hole. There is a choice between stairs or lift. The lift carries 7 people only.
Amazing
MarionC2264,Jun 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thank you to Geta for a fabulous tour of the Turda Salt Mines. She was very knowledgeable and we enjoyed hearing the history of the area as well the Salt Mines. The Salt Mines are such an awe inspiring place to visit. As tourists through this area she went out of her way to assist with other problems we were having with our trip. Her local knowledge helped us for future planning. Thank you
Magnificent experience in Turda Salt Mine
JesusJavier L,May 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Total and impressive experience in a deep mine. You have to walk and go down stairs, although there is elevator. I understand that people with reduced mobility should abstain. Highly recommended.
Amazing salt mine experience
EvilLuke,Feb 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The guide was fabulous, knew everything about everything to do with the incredible mine. It was a fabulous day out, highly recommend this
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