Day trip to Praid Salt Mine and the biggest statue of Jesus in Eastern Europe
Excursions & day trips

Day trip to Praid Salt Mine and the biggest statue of Jesus in Eastern Europe

Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: up to 24 hours
Do this because
  • Visit the underground Praid Salt Mine with the biggest salt deposit in Romania
  • Wander around the huge salt galleries and breathe the therapeutic salty air
  • Marvel the unique 22-meter high statue of Jesus, the biggest in Eastern Europe
  • See a beautiful panorama from the top of the monument
What to expect

Early in the morning, your guide will pick you up from your accommodation in Brasov. After a 170 kilometers drive you will reach Praid, in Harghita county. Here, you will descend by bus deep into the underground salt deposit and then take a walking tour of the impressive salt mine. There are 15.6 degrees Celsius inside, so remember to dress adequately.

You will have time to wander around the huge salt galleries. Besides admiring the 20 million years old salt layers, inside you can play pool or table tennis, watch movies, enjoy an underground adventure park or just relax and breathe the therapeutic salty air.

After your visit to the Salt Mine, you will go to Bisericani. There you will climb inside the ”Heart of Jesus”, the biggest statue of Jesus in Eastern Europe. The 22 meters (72 ft) tall metal structure is situated on top of Gordon hill. From the top of the monument, you can see a beautiful panorama of the surrounding area.

On your way back to Brasov, you can visit the Racoș Geological Complex: the Emerald Lake, the Basalt Columns and the fascinating volcanic canyon.

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What's included
  • check Pick-up and drop off at your accommodation in Brasov
  • check Transport by air-conditioned/heated vehicle
  • check Licensed guide/driver
  • check Entrance fee to the salt mine
What's not included
  • x_not_included Food and drinks
  • x_not_included Other personal expenses
  • x_not_included Gratuities
Where
Meeting point:
This tour includes hotel pick-up and drop off. Meet your guide at the agreed-upon location indicated during checkout.
What to remember
  • This tour includes hotel pick-up and drop-off from your accommodation Please indicate your pick-up location at checkout
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Provider
Outdoor Holidays (Neotour Brasov)
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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