Varghis Gorge Tour from Baile Tusnad
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Discover a truly hidden and surprising place of Transylvania, the Varghis (Vargyas) canyon located in the Persani Mountains, part of the Eastern Carpathians mountain range. Walk through the 4 km long rock passage and visit one of the 100 caves registered in the protected area of the canyon together with your experienced local guide. The trail goes along numerous wooden suspension bridges set above the Varghis stream which makes this trip even more exciting and fun, especially for children. At the end of the trip visit a local young family which turned a 100 year old authentic barn into an artisan cheese atelier and taste their locally produced cheese and diary products in Meresti village.4 to 8 hrs
Private Tour
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Availability and Prices
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Travelers
Adult : 2
Inclusions & Exclusions
Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off from Baile Tusnad or Miercurea Ciuc
Bilingual local guide
Lanterns for the caving tour
Cheese tasting at a local artisan atelier
Natural Reserve Entrance Fee
Fees : Gratuities. Gratuities
Food and beverage
Hotel pickup and drop-off outside of Miercurea Ciuc or Baile Tusnad
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In Transylvania at the southern foot of mighty Harghita mountains you can find the legendary limestone canyon of Vargyas stream colored by steep rock walls, giant cliffs and numerous caves. Meet your guide in the small village of Meresti (Homorodalmas, 69 km from Baile Tusnad, 87 km from Brasov) and he will drive you on forest roads to the starting point of your fascinating journey. Stroll in the breezy canyon and discover its tiny secrets and legends as you walk along the shore of the stream, passing huge tree roots, hopping from rock to rock and going through numerous wooden suspension bridges set above the stream. As you walk, learn about the canyon’s history and geographical make-up and drink in the untouched scenery. The scene looks like a fairy tale stage. Let it be winter or summer, the creatures of the gorge live their undisturbed idyllic life. Dippers, river otters and European beavers rule the crystal clear waters, European wildcat goes for hunting in the forest and brown bears frequently visit the clearings and steep rock grass covered slopes. In caves you can meet the biggest bat colony of Eastern Carpathians, you can discover the tiniest creatures living on the bat-guano deposits on the cave floors, and also get familiar with the hunting methods of cave spiders. At the end of the tour you pay a delicious visit to the artisan cheese-making workshop from Merești, where you not only taste a rich variety of fragrant home-made cheese, but also learn a few production secrets during the tasting tour.
Places of Interest Relevant to This Itinerary
Wellness TusnadStr. Ciucas nr. 7, Baile Tusnad, Romania, 535100
View LocationVarghis GorgesDJ132A, Meresti, Romania
View LocationWellness TusnadStr. Ciucas nr. 7, Baile Tusnad, Romania, 535100
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Starting point
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Your guide will be waiting for you in the parking lot of the Unitarian Church of Meresti village located in Harghita County.View Location
End point
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Your guide will be waiting for you in the parking lot of the Unitarian Church of Meresti village located in Harghita County.View Location
Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations; or, customers can make their own way to the start point- Travelers can choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- Pick-up from Miercurea Ciuc or Baile Tusnad is included in the price free of charge. Other locations are available at a surcharge.
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Additional Information
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please wear comfortable hiking shoes and clothing
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- On request, it may be combined with a bear watching tour near Baile Tusnad
- Round-trip transportation from Meresti village
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- German
- English
- Romanian
- Hungarian
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketPlease let us know in advance about your preferred starting time of the tour and don't forget to bring sturdy hiking shoes and weatherproof clothing.Cancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Europe/Bucharest time to receive 100% refund.
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