Romania · CYCLING DAYS IN BUCHAREST
The 11 cycling days in Bucharest below are ordered on merit, with the price, the length of the day and the kind of traveller each one suits.
A 4-hour bike tour through Bucharest’s old city and Communist-era monuments, ending at Victoria Boulevard for grand architecture and stories.
“Excellent, unfortunately I was the only person to sign up to this so received a message with a fabulous alternative a walking tour - great way to explore and learn about the history - would highly recommend!”
Ride Bucharest for 4 hours with a small group bike tour. Free-entry stops, great guides like Lucia, and a clear communist-era story.
“Not just a bike tour. A history tour as well! Very knowledgeable guide. This tour should be day 1 of your trip.”
Bike Bucharest in 2 hours: Old Town, Calea Victoriei, Cismigiu Park, and Ceausescu's Palace, with an English guide.
“Ed was a brilliant guide and gave us a fabulous introduction to Bucharest”
A 2-hour Bucharest bike tour that strings together early, communist, and modern landmarks fast, with witty guides and minimal walking.
“Great tour. Wonderful way to see the city. Alex knows his stuff. Drove all over the main points of the city and showed us all we needed to know.”
Ride through Bucharest’s communist era in a 4-hour bike tour, stopping at the parliament, Casa Radio, and Revolution Square.
“Good bike tour including a pit stop accross Bucharest with our very knowledgeable guide Chorea!”
Rent an e-bike, city bike, or scooter in Bucharest, get a map and tips, and glide past major landmarks with an included helmet.
“Great bikes! Good communication. We had a pleasant time in Bucharest! Great to be able to rent these good bikes.”
4-hour English-guided bike tour through Bucharest communist landmarks, from $54.13 per person, with free stop admissions.
“This was a perfect way to spend a morning/afternoon in Bucharest. Alex was knowledgeable and excited about Romania’s history. Saw all the highlights and had a nice break in the shade.”
Cycle through Romania’s Dealu Mare wine country from Bucharest, with museum time, two tastings, snacks, and easy support.
“Our guide and owner of this amazing experience was lonuts. He is incredibly friendly and very knowledgeable about the areas visited and Romania in general. He made sure the bikes were adjusted just right for each of us before we started. The bikes he provided were in excellent condition. The entire journey was approximately 18 miles. He provided each of us with a bottle of water. We stopped several times to make sure we were okay and to rest. The journey took us through several small towns, fields of sunflowers and grape vines. Our stay at the vineyard was one of the best we have ever experienced. We had an…”
Rent an electric bike or scooter in flat Bucharest for $23, then pedal to top sights like Ceausescu’s Palace and parks all day.
“Bucharest is a tough city to bike in. There’s not much cycling infrastructure. Having said that, there are plenty of parks and forested residential streets to safely explore. The price for the rental was reasonable and I was able to use it all day long (I returned it at 7 and could’ve stayed later). My non-electric road bike held up great with no mechanical issues/flat tires.”
Bike Bucharest with a local guide, see Parliament and Revolution Square, visit Vlad Tepes ruins, and stop for coffee in 2-3 hours.
“We had a great half day tour of the city of Bucharest with Oana. She is passionate about biking and has a deep love for her country. She is knowledgeable and shares from her heart, her life experiences in Romania. We had two couples on her tour. She kept us on bike lanes safe from traffic. Don’t miss out on a chance to tour with Oana and her colleagues”
Ride quiet roads near Bucharest for 50 to 130 km, with palace visits, snacks, and quality bikes for a small group day out.
“I had a great biking tour experience with this company. Our guide, Ionut, was exceptional in organizing the trip and providing top-quality equipment. The tour was well-planned and seamlessly executed, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable jRead more”
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