Turda salt mine 4h tour from Cluj

4.8 (75 reviews) Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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Duration4h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, French
Group sizeUp to 7 travelers
Skip the linePriority entrance
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

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!

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 + 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 -no entry tickets

min. 1 & max. 7 participants: This option insures you that no other traveller will joint you on the tour.
Pickup included

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

What to expect

  1. Salina Turda
    2h
    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.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meeting in front of KFC

End point

Meeting in front of KFC

Pickup details

Please note: this tour is presented both as private and shared tour. The shared tour has set dates (Monday to Friday, April - October) in which it is guaranteed to start if there are at least 3 participants enlisted.
For private tours we offer pick up from your accommodation or any other spot in the city (unless a pedestrian / one-way street). At the time of booking, please give us the address at which we can meet you.
For shared tours, pick up will be from KFC Unirii Square.

Additional information

  • 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.

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