Private Hiking Tour in Varghis Gorge
- 7–9 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Private tour
Highlights
The Varghis Gorge is a protected natural reserve of unique beauty. It was formed by the Varghis river digging into the lime stone, creating impressive high walls and caves. While it is one of the most beautiful gorges in the Eastern Carpathians, along with Bicaz gorge, very few people actually have knowledge of it, which means that it almost never gets crowded. The trail crosses 9 bridges over the river and you have access to 3 caves out of more than 250 that are found here. The abundant flora includes beech, oak, birch, alder, ash, hazelnut and many more. The fauna is represented by various types of wild trout and other fish, small reptiles and amphibians, a wide array of small mammals from mustela family, wild cat, roe deer, wild boar and dozens of species of birds, including the lesser spotted eagle. This is a very picturesque ride so just lay back and enjoy the natural landscape and rural life.
Inclusions
What's included
- Local expert guide, English and German speaking
- Private transport in a modern premium minivan (Mercedes V Class or similar)
- Water (still and sparkling) and bites are available in the vehicle
What's not
- Lunch is not included. It is recommended to have packed lunch with you.
Itinerary
The Varghis Gorge is a protected natural reserve of unique beauty. It was formed by the Varghis river digging into the lime stone, creating impressive high walls and caves. The drive to Varghis is 80km or 1h30min long along picturesque countryside roads. While it is one of the most beautiful gorges in the Eastern Carpathians, along with Bicaz gorge, very few people actually have knowledge of it, which means that it almost never gets crowded. The trail crossed 9 bridges over the river and you have access to 3 caves out of more than 250 that are found here. The abundant flora includes beech, oak, birch, alder, ash, hazelnut and many more. The fauna is represented by various types of wild trout and other fish, small reptiles and amphibians, a wide array of small mammals from mustela family, wild cat, roe deer, wild boar and dozens of species of birds, including the lesser spotted eagle.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Geographical Transylvania
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This is a rather easy hike that is 8km in length and takes 3-4 hours to complete. You will need to have high trekking boots, rain jacket, 1.5l of water or tea.
How it compares in Brașov
- Its from-price is close to the median of the 121 day trips we list in Brașov.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 91 of 121.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Brașov
Brașov is a medieval Transylvanian city ringed by the Carpathians, with a Gothic Black Church, a cobbled main square and day trips to Bran Castle.
Brașov lies in a basin of the Carpathian Mountains in central Romania, with the wooded Tâmpa hill rising above its old town. The city was built up by German settlers, the Transylvanian Saxons, and its centre is a tidy grid of baroque houses around Council Square, with the Old Council House in the middle. The Black Church, the largest Gothic church between Vienna and Istanbul, was blackened by a fire in 1689.
Top-ranked sights in Brașov: Black Church (Biserica Neagra), Council Square (Piata Sfatului), Rope Street (Strada Sforii).
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