“Have a unique experience in the wild”
2 Days Horseback Riding Holiday in Transylvania, Romania
Soparkut Panzio, DJ131A, Soparkut Baile Homorod, Harghita, Romania
Exciting Horse Riding Holiday in Romania
There is a story. In olden times, there lived an old man called Hargita. The Creator gave him the task of caring for this wonderful land as though it was his own flesh and blood. His spirit lives on today in every flower, every animal, every tree, every singing bird and each clear river. You can still feel him there. For horse riders seeking a feeling for times long past when horses ruled the roads, Hargita country is definitely a place to discover. Those who wish to have a unique experience of this wild and unspoiled area of Europe are invited to join Soparkut Panzio team in an unforgettable horse riding adventure.
Key information
- Rider weight limit: 105 kilograms / 231 pounds
- Horse height range 150-173 centimeters at the withers / 14.8-17 hands
- Tack type: The saddles are English type tour saddles and bock saddles
- Horse breed: Arabs, Lipizzaner and TB crosses from the Furioso North Star bloodlines
Highlights
- 1 day of exciting riding
- View the majestic scenery of the Harghita Mountains
- 5 to 6 hours of riding through the wild forests of Harghita
- Riding accessories, saddles, and saddlebags included
- 1 night accommodation
- Delicious meals
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
Styles
1 days with instruction in Hungarian
The organizer also speaks: English, Romanian
Group size: Maximum of 8 participants
Airport transfer available:
Cluj-Napoca International Airport (US$87 per person)
Cluj-Napoca International Airport (US$87 per person)
Airport transfer available:
Henri Coandă International Airport (US$87 per person)
Henri Coandă International Airport (US$87 per person)
Airport transfer available:
Sibiu International Airport (US$87 per person)
Sibiu International Airport (US$87 per person)
Accommodation
Check-in Time:
10:00
Check-out Time:
12:00
Facilities
- Volleyball court
- Dining area
- Environmentally friendly
- Fireplace
- Garden
- Kitchen
- Meditation garden
- Picnic area
- Special menu request
- Terrace
- Yoga deck
- Free bicycle
- Free parking
- Meeting room
- Parking lot
- Tour assistance
- Wedding
In county Harghita, 14 kilometers from Odorheiu Secuiesc, 31 kilometers from Miercurea Ciuc, is Homorod Furdo (750 meters high from the sea level). At this location, you can find Soparkut Panzio on an area of 20,000 square meters on a silent place in the wood. Soparkut Panzio is looking forward to welcoming you and your groups of friends with their traditional Szekely hospitality.
At the horse farm on the yard of the pension, there are horses and riding on them you can admire the wild landscapes of Hargita. Their hobby pet-farm delights all dear visitors. The living quarters has four two-bedrooms with own bathroom and six four-bed rooms with own bathroom. The rooms are available also in wintertime (can be heated).
Program
Day 1: Arrival at Soparkut
Arriving to Soparkut guesthouse. There will be a friendly dinner, conversation about the trip, and introduction to the route.
Day 2 - Riding day: Soparkut to Kalibasko (20 kilometers) or Vargyas Gorge (25 kilometers)
Have breakfast and then pack only the bare necessities that can be packed into two saddle bags. In each point, you will receive your luggage, taken by the team's jeep. After being introduced to the horses, you will depart from the western slopes of the Hargita mountains. The path crosses ancient forests and beautiful meadows fragrant with wildflowers.
You also have the option of riding through Vargyas Gorge. East of the Homorodalmas village is located the picturesque Vargyas Gorge which is perhaps the village's most important touristic asset. In the gorge, a number of caves are located. A 1500 meter long cave was named after the geographer of the Székely Land Balázs Orbán. The cave was inhabited by man even in prehistoric times, later, in the Middle Ages villagers used it as a fortified refuge.
The micro-region’s most important natural area, the Gorge is a wonder of karst topography. At more than 900 hectares, the gorge is dominated by 200 metre white limestone cliffs which, beyond their beauty, are an increasingly popular climbing area. Beneath the cliffs lies a 7.5 kilometer cave system, home to 17 species of bats, and a haven for cave explorers.
The mid day picnic will take place near a mountain stream, in Kek vize feje. Meanwhile, the horses will have a chance to rest and drink. In the afternoon, you will arrive back at your starting place, to “Soparkut” for a typical Szekler dinner.
- Note: This is a sample itinerary and is subject to changes.
- Please take in consideration that our itinerary is for minimum 2 days and can be extend.
Location
You will start your riding route from the western slope of the Hargita Mountains at 780 meters altitudes. The Sopárkút guesthouse is located in a beautiful forest glade, 14 kilometers from Odorheiu Secuiesc and at 31 kilometers from Miercurea-Ciuc, near Băile Homorod. From there, you have an amazing view over the extended plateau of Cekend and the Hargita Mountains.
In springtime, you will traverse Europe’s largest daffodil field and extensive pastures where herds of horses graze peacefully. From there, you follow a circular route around the Harghita and the Csiki Mountains.
Hargita County, situated in Eastern Transylvania, is a land of picturesque landscape and ambient climate. Dusty trails and rocky forest roads criss-cross the Hargita and Csiki Mountains in all directions, creating a horse-riding paradise. The Hargita Mountains are one of the most spectacular mountain ranges in the ecologically and culturally distinct region of Eastern Carpathia. At its center, the Csiki basin is famous for its rejuvenating springs, folklore and colorful landscape.
Distances
- Transilvania Targu Mures International Airport (TGM), 75 miles)
- Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ), 135 miles
- Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP), 160 miles
Food
Breakfast, picnic lunch, and dinner will be provided for you during this holiday.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
- Other dietary requirements on request
If you have special dietary requirements it's a good idea to communicate it to the organiser when making a reservation
What's included
- 1 riding day
- Services of a tour leader
- 1 night accommodations
- Breakfast, picnic lunch, and dinner
- Riding accessories, saddles, and saddlebags
What's not included
- Airport transfers
- Alcoholic beverages other than at mealtime
- Gratuities
- Healthcare
- Hotel transfer
- Mandatory personal insurance
How to get there
Recommended Airports
CLJ
Cluj-Napoca International Airport
144 km
Transfer available for additional US$87 per person
OTP
Henri Coandă International Airport
203 km
Transfer available for additional US$87 per person
SBZ
Sibiu International Airport
123 km
Transfer available for additional US$87 per person
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at one of these airports: Transilvania Targu Mures International Airport (TGM), Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ), or Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP). Transfer from and to the airports are available for 75 EUR.
Arrival by train
The nearest train station is Miercurea-Ciuc. Take the train from Bucharest Keleti (Gara de Nord) to Miercurea Ciuc, or from Cluj-Napoca to Miercurea-Ciuc and Soparkut Panzio will pick you up from there.
Airport: Cluj-Napoca International Airport
Airport transfer available:
Cluj-Napoca International Airport (US$87 per person)
Additional charges may apply. You can request this in the next step.
Airport: Henri Coandă International Airport
Airport transfer available:
Henri Coandă International Airport (US$87 per person)
Additional charges may apply. You can request this in the next step.
Airport: Sibiu International Airport
Airport transfer available:
Sibiu International Airport (US$87 per person)
Additional charges may apply. You can request this in the next step.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 20% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.
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