Wine, History & Spiritual Heritage
Discover another side of Dealu Mare on a three-day journey combining distinctive wineries with museums, historic monuments, monasteries and some of Prahova County's most memorable landscapes. A route where wine, local culture and Romanian heritage come together.
Aristitei, Budureasca & Ploiesti
Departure from Bucharest
Begin with the approximately 1.5-hour drive from Bucharest to Dealu Mare , travelling through the rolling vineyards of Romania's best-known red-wine region.
Domeniul Aristitei
Visit Domeniul Aristitei Winery, a boutique estate where traditional winemaking meets a contemporary approach. Explore the vineyards and cellar before tasting wines including Feteasca Neagra and elegant rosé expressions.
Conacul Vinalia
Enjoy lunch among the vineyards of Ceptura, with traditional Romanian dishes accompanied by wines from Dealu Mare.
Budureasca Winery
Continue to Budureasca Winery and discover its modern approach to winemaking. Tour the winery and taste selections made from varieties such as Sauvignon Blanc, Syrah and Pinot Noir.
Clock Museum, Ploiesti
Discover the history of timekeeping at Ploiesti's Clock Museum. Its collection of historic clocks, watches and decorative pieces reveals both the technical evolution and artistry of European horology.
Casa Timis
Check in for the evening and enjoy dinner surrounded by vineyards. The menu combines Romanian dishes with wines from the estate and the surrounding region.
Crama 177, Dagon, Licorna & Jercalai
Crama 177
Step back into the history of Romanian wine at Crama 177, an 18th-century wine cellar now preserving the traditions and tools of historic winemaking. Discover old production methods and taste wines reflecting the terroir of Dealu Mare.
Dagon Winery
Continue to Dagon Winery, where traditional ideas meet a contemporary, small-scale approach to winemaking. Taste wines including Feteasca Regala and Merlot.
Licorna Winehouse
Enjoy lunch at Licorna Winehouse, with dishes based on fresh regional ingredients and paired with wines from the estate.
Licorna Winehouse
Explore Licorna Winehouse, its vineyards and cellar, and discover the philosophy behind its wines. The tasting may include Feteasca Alba, Feteasca Neagra and Cabernet Sauvignon.
Jercalai Monastery
Conclude the day's exploration at Jercalai Monastery, a peaceful spiritual retreat set among the hills. Discover its history and Romanian Orthodox traditions in a remarkably tranquil setting.
Casa Colinelor
Return to Casa Colinelor for a relaxed evening and a home-style dinner prepared with seasonal, locally sourced ingredients.
Natural Wonders & Cultural Heritage
Slanic Salt Mine
Begin the day at Slanic Salt Mine, one of Romania's most remarkable underground attractions. Discover its immense chambers, towering salt walls and unusual underground landscape while learning about the region's long history of salt extraction.
Iulia Hasdeu Castle
Continue to Campina and explore the enigmatic Iulia Hasdeu Castle, built by scholar Bogdan Petriceicu Hasdeu in memory of his daughter. The neo-Gothic building combines architecture, art and mysticism and houses personal objects, manuscripts and spiritualist artefacts.
Traditional Lunch in Ploiesti
Enjoy traditional Romanian dishes prepared from regional ingredients, with favourites such as sarmale, ciorba de burta and papanasi.
Clock Museum
Explore Ploiesti's celebrated Clock Museum and its extensive collection of historic clocks and watches, offering an insight into the development of timekeeping and decorative craftsmanship.
Ghighiu Monastery
Complete the cultural journey at Ghighiu Monastery, a peaceful Romanian Orthodox complex known for its spiritual atmosphere, historic church and carefully maintained grounds.
Return to Bucharest
Complete the three-day journey with the drive back to Bucharest after discovering Dealu Mare's wines, natural landmarks and cultural heritage.