Danube Delta by Bike & Boat
7 Days Starting and ending in Jurilovca 827115, Romania
Visiting: Jurilovca, Enisala, Tulcea, Măcin, Luncavița, Crișan, Sulina, Murighiol
Tour operator:
Tour code:
BIT DD
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 16
Age range:
4-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat, lactose free, Gluten free
Tour operated in:
English , FrenchTrip Styles:
Interests:
From:
$1585
$1514
Exclusive Tourhub Members Discount: -$71
NB: Prices correct on 21-May-2024 but subject to change.
Tour Overview
The Danube Delta Biosphere Reserve is included in the UNESCO World Heritage and it is probably the wildest territory in Europe. More than half of its territory is still intact, with difficult access for visitors. It is the 3rd largest Biosphere Reserve in the world and hosts more than 5,500 species of flora and fauna. The Danube Delta is a paradise for wildlife enthusiasts and those who enjoy wildlife photography. Close to the Danube Delta is the old region of Dobrogea, hosting the oldest mountains in Europe – Macin. Dobrogea is hosting a mosaic of culture and civilization, as this place has been visited throughout the ages by Greeks, Romans, Turks, Russians, Tatars, Italians, and other civilizations. Visiting the Dobrogea region and the Danube Delta should be one of the most unexpected experiences in Europe for a tourist. Our trip occurs in spring and autumn – the best season for visiting the place. In our program we will combine the hiking, the cycling experience and the boat trip for offering you a visit to a unique natural place where you will also experience the local culture, cuisine and lifestyle. Our hosts are local families living in fishermen villages, cooking for us and leading us with their boats in the heart of this unknown place.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Meeting In Bucharest And Trasnfer To Enisala / Jurilovca By Car (280 Km)
Location: Jurilovca
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
Our first day is the “get together” day in Enisala village, our start point for the cycling route. From Bucharest, on the 4 hour drive to Enisala, we will drive along the Black Sea coast and we will stop in Istria to visit the oldest town in Romania – Histria – a former Greek colony, now is a museum; it is a good place for understanding the Dobrogea, Black Sea and Danube Delta areas. We will continue our trip, passing the small fishermen villages. Enisala was initially a Black Sea coast fortress and a harbor. We can still visit the medieval ruins of the fortress on the hill, but we can also see how the geography modified along the last few centuries. The sunset landscape near the ruins is always a special moment for visitors.
Overnight at Enisala Safari village/ Jurilovca.
Meals: lunch on the way, dinner in the village.
Day 2 : Cycling Around Enisala/Jurilovca (50/90 Km Bike Ride)
Location: Jurilovca, Enisala
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today we will be spending the day around the village of Enisala, visiting the sites near the Danube Delta lakes. Razim Lake is the largest lake in Romania, a good place for spotting lot of birds and animals but also the local village life – a mix of Romanians, Muslims and Lipovan communities. We will visit the local mosques and the Orthodox Russian churches. There are two options for cycling today: a shorter route crossing Jurilovca, Visina, Ceamurlia, Visterna and Babadag villages, Babadag forest Reserve, but alos Razim, Golovita and Babadag Lakes; the long route is crossing also Vovidenia and Uspenia Monasteries – two very special monasteries for the old confessions of monks and nuns.
Overnight at Enisala Safari village/ Jurilovca.
Meals: breakfast, picnic lunch and dinner.
Total bike distance: 50 to 90 km on asphalt and gravel road. Rolling hills.
Day 3 : Hiking In Macin & Cycling To Tulcea (~3 Hrs Hiking And 75 Km By Bike)
Location: Tulcea, Măcin, Luncavița
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, No Meals
After a one hour transfer by car to Macin, we will take an amazing hiking in Macin Mountains. Currently, Macin Mountains – the oldest in Romania, are a National Reserve. Even if their height is not impressive, the landscape of the region, the flora and the fauna in are unique. During a 2-3 hours hike we will follow a thematic path through the reserve and we can admire the Danube from above. We will end the hiking trail in the small city Macin, where we will visit a local winery and we will enjoy our lunch and a short winetasting.
After lunch we will cycle through the hills, along Ukrainian border, for 70 km towards Tulcea – the city gate to the Danube Delta. This part of the trip is a good opportunity to spot and to watch the birds of the Danube Delta: large communities of pelicans, swans, storks, egrets and other birds are living in this hilly and quiet area.
Overnight in in a boutique hotel in Tulcea, near the touristic harbor.
Dinner on your own.
Meals: breakfast, lunch and wine tasting at the winery.
Total bike distance: ~75 km on asphalt road, rolling terrain.
Day 4 : From Tulcea To The Heart Of The Danube Delta By Boat
Location: Tulcea, Crișan
Accommodation: Homestay
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
In the morning we have the time to visit Tulcea – an old city, where the ruins of the old fortress are still in place and we can visit. The local Danube Delta Museum is a good spot for understanding this area before visiting.
After lunch we will take the ferry to the middle of the Danube Delta. For two hours we will be on the commercial route, experiencing the life of the local community. The trip is a great opportunity to watch the water villages, the birds and the fishermen along the canal. Arriving in Crisan village for accommodation in a traditional villa, we will have the rest of the day for walking around the village and spotting the rural life.
The dinner will be a fish based meal, with traditional dishes.
Overnight in Crisan fishing village.
Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 5 : Second Day In The Heart Of The Danube Delta
Location: Sulina, Crișan
Accommodation: Homestay
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today we have the opportunity to experience a day in the heart of the Danube Delta. We have the option to cycle to the next village (Caraorman) for 25 km on rural roads, or to rent a motor boat for bird watching or a fish boat for sailing along the channels.
In the afternoon we will come back to Crisan.
Overnight in Crisan fishing village.
Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 6 : By Boat & Bike To Jurilovca (75 Km By Bike)
Location: Crișan, Murighiol, Jurilovca
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
In the morning, after breakfast, a private boat will take us through other Danube Delta canals and will take us to Murighiol – another fishermen village. From here we will take the bikes for a 75 km bike trip to Jurilovca. First part of the trip will follow the embankment routes along Danube canals and lakes, very quiet and with no traffic. The second part of the route will follow the asphalt road to Jurilovca.
Jurilovca is an active village for people looking for fishing and bird watching. We have the opportunity to hike to another ancient fortress near the village or to watch the life of the villagers.
Overnight in Jurilovca.
Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Total distance: ~75 km on gravel and road, very low traffic
Day 7 : Departure Day
Location: Jurilovca
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast it is time to say goodbye.
Transfer by car from Jurilovca to Bucharest or Constanta.
Meals: breakfast
What's Included
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Accommodation
6 nights of accommodation In every region we travel, we uncover the area’s best and original accommodations. On our Dobrogea and Danube trip, you will stay in truly unique locations, owns by locals.
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Airport Transfers at Destination
On request we can organize the transfer fom the airport to the meeting point
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Fully Guided
Professional mountain guides
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Meals
FULL BOARD for all period – daily breakfast, picnic lunches, dinners, snacks and drinks for each day Winery visit and wine tasting in Macin On our trip, you will sample the finest local delicacies from the region from the innovative to traditional fish dishes
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Optional
Bikes: rental bikes for 90 EUR/pers/trip
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Transport
All luggage transfers and transportation during the trip, vehicle assistance during the day
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Fees and taxes
Entrance fees for all group events/activities Tickets to several cultural and historical sights included in the itinerary Local Taxes
What's Not Included
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Drinks
Alcoholic drinks are not included in the price, except the drinks offered by the hosts
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Insurance
Individual travel Insurance for the trip (compulsory in order to be accepted for the tour) Individual insurance for special activities (recommended)
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International Travel
Airfare cost is not included in the price
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Personal expenses
Souvenirs or other personal expenses
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Tips for your guide(s)
The usual tip in Romania is 10-12% of the cost
Accommodation
3* and 4* accommodation in local guesthouses owned by fishermans
Mode of Transport
By bicycle and by boat
Transfer to the starting/ from the ending places
Check out our Q&As
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes, we can organize your stay before/after tour and we can advise about what to do
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
No
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
Most accommodations have free wi-fi, but we cannot guarantee this.
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
The airport transfers are not included, but we can organize the transfers for you
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
The fitness level required is average/good
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
Most likely yes
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
Yes
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What is the tipping policy?
In Romania the tips is 10-12% of the cost/price
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
No
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What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
We can discuss options for self guiding or for going with only one person
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes, childrean are welcome, even they are not cycling or if they are cycling only part of the route
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
We usually have free time between cycling and dinner
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Yes, the single supplement is indicated in the price
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Are flights included in this tour?
No, we are not dealing with flights tickets
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Are vaccinations required for this tour?
No
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes, you will have a welcome pack, including the travel details
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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What currencies are required for this tour?
EUR and RON
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What is the maximum group size?
Usually our groups are 10-12 participants
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Each participant is receiving a welcome pack, including route details (lenght, ascending, descending, type of surface, etc), tourist sites, accommodation details, guides' contact details. Before the tour, each participant will sign the tour agreement.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
We are a licensed tour operator in Romania, so we have to align with all mandatory regulations. In addition, we are part of the Romanian Eco-tourism Association, and we are a Travelife partner.
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
Yes, we have two charity projects: 1. Velo Popas is a cycling friendly certification for hotels, restaurants, and tourist attractions 2. We are owning two little forests, that we want to take care and protect
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How long has the tour company been trading?
We started in 2007, initially as a hobby project. Our aim is to include Romania as a cycling destination on the list of each international tour operators.
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