Danube Delta By Bike & Boat
8 Days Starting and ending in Bucharest, Romania
Visiting: Tulcea, Murighiol, Sulina, Letea, Bucharest
Tour operator:
Tour code:
DDR
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
12 - 20
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable adventure with the "Danube Delta By Bike & Boat" tour, exploring the stunning Danube Delta Biosphere Reserve in Romania. This unique journey combines cycling and cruising, offering a perfect blend of nature, culture, and relaxation. Cycle through picturesque landscapes, visit the serene orthodox monasteries of Celic Dere and Saon, and discover the historical treasures of Argamum and the medieval fortress of Enisala. Enjoy the comfort of a cosy barge with private facilities and a family-run 4-star guesthouse in Tulcea. With full board meals, expert guides, and support vehicles, this tour promises an immersive and hassle-free experience in one of Europe's most biodiverse regions.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive In Bucharest, Group Transfer To Tulcea
Location: Tulcea
Accommodation Name: barge
Meals Included: Dinner
Make your own way to Bucharest. There will be a group bus transfer from Bucharest airport at 2pm, to Tulcea in the Danube Delta to board the barge. The transfer will take approximately 4 hours.
Day 2 : Cycle To Murighiol, Then By Boat To Sfantu Gheorge (31Km/19Mi)
Location: Murighiol
Accommodation Name: barge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
A classic cycle today along the most southern Danube arm through the nature reserve Bestepe Hills. It's a hilly cycle rewarded with wonderful views to the delta. At the small fishing village Murighiol we will re-board the boat and cruise into a maze of channels, floating islands and dense forests, for a pure wilderness experience. Overnight in Sfantu Gheorge.
Day 3 : Cycle To Sulina Where The Danube River Meets The Black Sea (25Km/15.5Mi)
Location: Sulina
Accommodation Name: barge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
A gravel path takes us to "Kilometre 0", where the Danube River meets the Black Sea. We'll have the Black Sea on our right, and the lush green reeds and marsh land on our left as we cycle. In the solitude of the Danube Delta, cormorants and great white egrets will be our companions. The journey of this mighty river ends at the sleepy fishing point of Sulina, Romania's easternmost point, where the Danube reaches the lighthouse and melds with the salt of the sea.
Day 4 : Cycle In The Gulf Of Musura To Letea And Then By Boat To Crisan (23Km/14Mi)
Location: Letea
Accommodation Name: barge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
A highlight today is the birds' paradise of Mursara Bay and the picturesque village of Letea, where time seems to stand still. The houses are made of reed and loam, and are painted a lovely blue. Near the village and located on a sandbank, a special natural wonder can be seen - a tropical forest with climbing plants and lianas. The boat will then carry us to the fishing village of Crisan where will we stay overnight.
Day 5 : Rest Day In The Delta, Boat To Tulcea
Location: Tulcea
Accommodation Name: barge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
A day off cycling today as we relax on board, cruising through a labyrinth of narrow waterways. Along the way we will pass small fishing villages and experience the incredible diversity of the flora and fauna of the UNESCO World Heritage Danube Delta. In the afternoon we will make our way to the vibrant city life of Tulcea for our last night on board the boat.
Day 6 : Round Cycle Through The Gently Rolling Hills To The Abbey Of Dobrogea (26Km/16Mi)
Location: Tulcea
Accommodation Name: guesthouse
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
The cycling terrain takes us over rolling hills to the Orthodox nunnery, Celic Dere, the largest convent in the Dobrogea territory. The abbey of Saon with its distinctive windmill is located amidst vineyards on the banks of the Danube. There is a chance to admire the view over the extensive green floodplain directly on the border of the Ukraine. Transfer back to Tulcea where tonight is our first night in a cosy guesthouse.
Day 7 : Bus To Ceamurlia De Jos, Cycle To The Medieval Fortress Of Enisala & Cape Dolosman (42Km/26Mi)
Location: Tulcea
Accommodation Name: guesthouse
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This morning we will go by bus to the old town of Ceamurlia de Jos. By bike we will pass nesting sites of bee-eater colonies on the way to the medieval fortress of Enisala. The fortress is located high over the Danube with a breathtaking view over the Lagoon Razim. The nature reserve of Cape Dolosman with the Greek-Roman excavations of Argamum separates the Delta Lakes Golovita and Razim. Tonight we again stay in the guesthouse in Tulcea.
Day 8 : Trip Concludes With Return Transfer From Tulcea To Bucharest
Location: Bucharest
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast there is a group transfer back to the capital, Bucharest. We will arrive in Bucharest at approximately 2pm, where the trip concludes. If you are planning to depart Bucharest by plane today, we recommend booking a flight departing after 4pm.
What's Included
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Meals
7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 7 dinners are included. The trip is based on full board which includes a buffet breakfast daily, 5 packed lunches, 1 full 3-course lunch, and a 3-course dinner each night.
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Accommodation
5 nights accommodation in a twin share cabin with ensuite facilities aboard a barge and 2 nights accommodation in a comfortable 4-star guesthouse.
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Bicycle
A 24-speed bike with pannier is provided. An electric mountain bike (e-MTB) is also available for an additional supplement.
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Transfers
Group arrival and departure transfer from/to Bucharest, which takes approximately 4 hours each way.
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Guides
A cycle and wildlife guide will accompany the group.
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Support
A support van and support boat are provided.
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Information Pack
An information pack per room including overview maps is provided.
What's Not Included
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Travel to and from Bucharest
Travel to and from Bucharest is not included.
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Meals not listed as included
Meals not listed as included and drinks are not provided.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is mandatory and not included.
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Helmets
Helmets are not included but can be hired free of charge if pre-booked.
It is suggested to bring your own well-fitted helmet from home. -
Bike Insurance
Bike insurance is available for purchase.
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Solo Traveler Supplement
A supplement will apply if you are traveling solo or book a single cabin.
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Entrance Fees
Entrance fees not listed as included are not provided.
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Tips
Tips are not included.
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Personal Items
Items of a personal nature are not included.
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Transfer to Bucharest
Transfer to Bucharest at the end of the trip where extra nights are booked in Tulcea is not included.
Accommodation
5 nights in a twin share cabin. During the trip, you will spend 5 nights on board the comfortable and cosy barge with an air-conditioned restaurant and spacious sun deck with deck chairs. Each cabin has private facilities. The barge is small with room for only 20 people. Refer to the boat description for further details. 2 nights will be spent in a family-run, comfortable 4-star guesthouse in Tulcea.
Grading
This trip involves 5 days cycling usually along flat, sandy/gravel or paved paths. Two days of cycling will be along asphalted country roads in a gentle hilly landscape with some traffic. You need only carry your camera
ain gear and water bottle. Your luggage remains on the barge, or at the guesthouse. The sand and gravel roads require a good level of fitness but the daily distances cycled are quite short. *For safety reasons, we insist that cycle helmets be included as a compulsory item on your equipment list.
What You Carry
During the cycle day you will carry your daily requirements in the pannier provided with the bike*. This may include your lunch, wet weather gear, mobile phone and water. A small daypack which can be kept inside the pannier is useful for sightseeing. *Note: pannier not provided with e-MTB rental - bring a small daypack to carry your gear.
Mode of Transport
Group arrival and departure transfer from/to Bucharest (4 hours each way). The trip includes cycling and boat transfers through the Danube Delta, with support van and support boat available.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes 5 nights in a twin share cabin aboard a barge, which has an air-conditioned restaurant and a spacious sun deck with deck chairs. Each cabin has private facilities. Additionally, 2 nights will be spent in a family-run, comfortable 4-star guesthouse in Tulcea.
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What meals are included in the tour?
The tour is based on full board, which includes 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 7 dinners. This consists of a buffet breakfast daily, 5 packed lunches, 1 full 3-course lunch, and a 3-course dinner each night with options for fish, meat, and vegetarian dishes.
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What kind of bike will be provided for the tour?
A 24-speed bike with a pannier will be provided. An electric mountain bike (e-MTB) is also available for an additional supplement.
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Is there a support system in place during the cycling routes?
Yes, there will be a support van and a support boat available during the cycling routes.
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Are helmets provided for the cycling tour?
Helmets can be hired free of charge, but they must be pre-booked as there is limited availability. It is also suggested to bring your own well-fitted helmet from home.
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What is the level of difficulty for the cycling routes?
The trip involves 5 days of cycling usually along flat, sandy/gravel or paved paths. Two days of cycling will be along asphalted country roads in a gentle hilly landscape with some traffic. The sand and gravel roads require a good level of fitness, but the daily distances cycled are quite short.
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Is travel insurance required for this tour?
Yes, travel insurance is mandatory for this tour.
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What happens if I am traveling solo?
A supplement will apply if you are traveling solo or book a single cabin.
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Are there any additional costs not included in the tour price?
Yes, additional costs not included in the tour price are drinks, meals not detailed in the itinerary, entrance fees and sightseeing fees, items of a personal nature such as phone calls and laundry, and tips.
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How fit do I have to be?
Our adventures are first and foremost holidays and can be undertaken by anyone in a reasonable state of health and fitness - however, please carefully read our Terms & Conditions when booking and view the trip grading. We rank our trips according to our honest Trip Grading System. We recommend that you familiarise yourself with our grading system by reading our detailed trip notes (which you can order through this site) and to speak with us about the physical requirements of your chosen trip.
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What happens if something goes wrong?
On our guided tours, you travel in small groups with a local multi-lingual guide whose knowledge of the terrain, flora, fauna and history of the region is exemplary. Our self guided tours give you the freedom to explore at your own pace - but they're not unsupported. We provide detailed route notes and maps and our local partners are on hand throughout the day in the unlikely event that something goes wrong. All we request is that you select a program that matches your level of fitness to ensure that you have a comfortable experience.
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I'm travelling solo on a self-guided trip. Do I pay the single supplement or the single traveller surcharge?
Most of our self guided trips are priced based on twinshare. If you are travelling solo the single traveller surcharge will apply. The single supplement would apply if you were travelling in a party with others and you had chosen to book a single room. You would never pay a single traveller surcharge and a single supplement.
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Low Deposit
UTracks requires a minimum deposit of 250 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 70 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of utracks charges.
Up to 70 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 69 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 35 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.