About This Day Trip from Cluj-Napoca

This day trip from Cluj-Napoca is a greatest-hits itinerary for those who want to experience Transylvania's most iconic destinations in a single, expertly guided day. The morning begins underground at Turda Salt Mine (Salina Turda), a 2,000-year-old mine transformed into a breathtaking subterranean attraction with a rowing lake, sports facilities, a mini-golf course and an amphitheatre — all 120 metres beneath the surface. After lunch, head south to Hunedoara and Corvin Castle (Castelul Corvinilor) — a Gothic-Renaissance masterpiece of towers, drawbridges and knights' halls that featured in the Netflix series 'Wednesday'. One of the most spectacular castles in all of Europe, it has guarded the Carpathian hills since 1446. The day closes at Alba Iulia with a walk through the magnificent Alba Carolina Citadel — a Vauban-style star fortress and the site where the unification of Romania was proclaimed in 1918.

What You'll Visit & Why It's a Must-See

What to Bring

• Comfortable closed-toe walking shoes (lots of ground to cover)
• Warm sweater or jacket (salt mine is 12°C year-round)
• Layered clothing for variable weather throughout the long day
• Water bottle and light snacks for the journey
• Camera
• Valid ID or passport