Private Transfagarasan&Balea Lake
Overview
Explore the Transfagarasan, the highest altitude pass road of Sibiu, the glacial Balea Lake, located at an altitude of 2034 m, the ruins of the Cistercian Abbey of Carta and the Palace and Garden in Avrig, in baroque style, on this full-day private tour.
Please note: This trip can be booked also during the winter season, excepting the hiking part from Balea Waterfall to Balea Lake (to get to Balea Lake it is necessary to take the cable car).
What's Included
- Transport with air-conditioned car from/to Sibiu
- Map of Romania
- English speaking guide/driver, according to the program for 1 day from/to Sibiu
- Entrance fees to the Fortified Church in Carta and Buckental Palace in Avrig: € 6,00/person
- Photo fees
- Fortified Church in Carta
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point: In front of your hotel in Sibiu Departure hour: 10:00 AM Operating days: Daily Duration: 10 hours All the tours has a guarantee with minimum 2 participants. Route: Sibiu – Transfagarasan Road - Balea Lake -– Carta - Avrig - Sibiu
What To Expect
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Transfagarasan Highway
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Carta Monastery
2 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Avrig
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-9290P22
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
- Transport with air-conditioned car from/to Sibiu.
- Map of Romania.
- English speaking guide/driver, according to the program for 1 day from/to Sibiu.
- Entrance fees to the Fortified Church in Carta and Buckental Palace in Avrig: € 6,00/person.
- Photo fees.
- Fortified Church in Carta.
The minimum age to participate is 5. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private Transfagarasan&Balea Lake is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Transfagarasan&Balea Lake will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Transport with air-conditioned car from/to Sibiu
- Map of Romania
- English speaking guide/driver, according to the program for 1 day from/to Sibiu
- Entrance fees to the Fortified Church in Carta and Buckental Palace in Avrig: € 6,00/person
- Photo fees
- Fortified Church in Carta
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
