Romania Food & Wine Tour: 5-Night of Vineyards, Culinary Delights & Castles

  • A picnic setup with glasses of white wine, a bottle of wine, bunches of green grapes, various cheeses, bread rolls, and an apple on a wooden table amidst vineyard grapevines.
  • Historical street scene with cobblestone pavement, a tall old clock tower with a spire, and a yellow building on the right side. Several people walk on the street, and signs for a restaurant and bar are visible.
  • A large, elaborate castle-like mansion surrounded by dense autumn-colored trees and well-manicured gardens.
  • Inside a large marble quarry with steep, multi-colored marble walls and hanging wooden scaffolding and walkways.
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🔹A 6-day journey through Romania’s castles, vineyards, and culinary traditions – from the royal splendour of Peles Castle and the legends of Bran, to the UNESCO villages of Viscri and Biertan, the medieval charm of Brasov and Sighisoara, and the rich vineyards of Prahova Valley. Designed for seniors, couples, and small groups who enjoy food, wine, and culture at a relaxed pace.

✔️ English-speaking guide

✔️ All-year departures

✔️ Guesthouse / Boutique hotel

✔️ Private transfers

✔️ 6-day food & wine

✔️ Breakfasts, a lunch, 2 traditional dinners

Experience Details

Next Dates

Year-round in 2025 - 2026

Trip Duration

6 days 5 nights

Pricing £949 per person

(twin/double occupancy)

Single supplement: £225

Why you'll love this trip

🍷 Exclusive wine tastings – Enjoy a guided visit to a renowned winery in Prahova Valley, one of Romania’s most famous wine regions. Sample carefully selected vintages, from crisp whites to bold reds, all paired with traditional snacks. Learn about local winemaking traditions and discover why Romanian wines are increasingly recognised in Europe.

🏰 Castles & legends – Step into history at Peles Castle, a royal masterpiece filled with art, luxury, and fascinating stories, and then continue to the mysterious Bran Castle, forever tied to the Dracula legend. Both are iconic landmarks that capture the imagination of every visitor.

🌆 Medieval towns – Explore the cobbled squares, Gothic churches, and colourful merchant houses of Brasov and Sighisoara. These towns blend living history with vibrant modern life, offering charming cafes, artisan shops, and unforgettable architecture.

🌄 UNESCO heritage villages – Visit Viscri, beloved even by King Charles III, where traditional Saxon houses and a fortified church reveal rural life unchanged for centuries. Continue to Biertan, once the seat of Saxon bishops, with its mighty fortified church listed by UNESCO.

🥘 Culinary delights – Food is a highlight of this journey: from a farmhouse lunch in Viscri, prepared with fresh local ingredients, to a farewell dinner in Bucharest that showcases traditional dishes with a modern twist. Meals are not just about eating, but about cultural discovery.

🛏 Authentic stays – Experience the comfort of boutique hotels in Bucharest and Brasov, chosen for central locations and character, combined with a night in a traditional guesthouse in Viscri, where authenticity, hospitality, and home-cooked meals create unforgettable memories.

🚐 Relaxed travel – With private transfers, small group size (2–12 travellers), and an English-speaking guide throughout, this tour is designed for a comfortable, stress-free experience. You’ll have time to enjoy each stop without feeling rushed, making it ideal for seniors, couples, and travellers who prefer quality over speed.

Departure & Return Location

Bucharest Henri Coanda Internation Airport (Google Map)

    • Private transfer from Henri Coanda Airport to boutique hotel.

    • Evening welcome briefing and optional group dinner in Old Town.

    Accommodation Boutique hotel, Bucharest (1 night)
    Meals –
    Included activities Airport transfer, welcome briefing
    Optional activities Welcome dinner – £35 pp

    • Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Sinaia for a guided visit to Peles Castle. Continue to Bran Castle, then transfer to Brasov for an orientation walk. Evening free.

      • Accommodation: Guesthouse, Brasov area (1 night)

      • Meals: Breakfast

      • Included activities: Guided visit to Peles Castle, entry to Bran Castle, Brasov orientation walk

      • Optional activities: Black Church entry – £5

    • Breakfast at hotel. Morning transfer to Sighisoara for a guided walking tour of the UNESCO citadel. Afternoon drive to Viscri village. Overnight at a traditional guesthouse with included home-cooked dinner.

      • Accommodation: Traditional guesthouse, Viscri (1 night)

      • Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

      • Included activities: Sighisoara walking tour, guesthouse dinner in Viscri

      • Optional activities: Wine tasting in Sighisoara – £25 pp

    • Breakfast at guesthouse. Visit Biertan fortified church and Rupea Fortress. Lunch with local flavours included. Return to Brasov for evening free.

      • Accommodation: Guesthouse hotel, Brasov area (1 night)

      • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

      • Included activities: Visit to Biertan fortified church, Rupea Fortress, traditional lunch

      • Optional activities: Folk dinner in Brasov – £40 pp

  • Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Mizil, Prahova Valley for winery visit with tastings. Afternoon visit to the Prahova Salt Mine. Continue to Bucharest for a farewell dinner.

    • Accommodation: Boutique hotel, Bucharest (1 night)

    • Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

    • Included activities: Winery visit with tasting, Prahova Salt Mine, farewell dinner in Bucharest

    • Optional activities: Village Museum visit – £10

  • Breakfast at hotel. Private transfer to Henri Coanda Airport for flight back to UK.

    • Accommodation: –

    • Meals: Breakfast

    • Included activities: Private airport transfer

Highlights and Included activities

✅ What’s Included

🍴 Meals
✔ 5 breakfasts
✔ 1 lunch (Viscri or Biertan)
✔ 2 dinners (Viscri guesthouse + farewell dinner)

🛏 Accommodation
✔ 2 nights boutique hotel (Bucharest)
✔ 2 nights guesthouse hotel (Brasov)
✔ 1 night traditional guesthouse (Viscri)

🚌 Transport
✔ Private airport transfers (arrival & departure Bucharest)
✔ Comfortable transport for all travel between cities

🎯 Included Activities


✔ Guided visit to Peles Castle
✔ Entry to Bran Castle
✔ Orientation walk in Brasov
✔ Guided walking tour of Sighisoara
✔ Overnight in Viscri guesthouse with traditional dinner
✔ Visit to Biertan fortified church
✔ Visit to Rupea Fortress
✔ Winery visit with tasting in Prahova Valley
✔ Visit to Prahova Salt Mine
✔ Farewell dinner in Bucharest

➕ Optional Activities

🍽 Welcome dinner in Bucharest – £35 pp
⛪ Entry to Black Church, Brasov – £5
🍷 Wine tasting in Sighisoara – £25 pp
🎶 Folk dinner with live music – £40 pp
🏨 Extra hotel night in Bucharest – from £95 pp

🌟 Trip Highlights

Destination: Bucharest – Sinaia – Bran – Brasov – Sighisoara – Viscri – Biertan – Rupea – Mizil (Prahova Winery) – Prahova Salt Mine - Bucharest


✔ Taste Romania’s wines with a guided winery visit in Prahova Valley
✔ Explore Peles Castle and Bran Castle
✔ Discover medieval towns: Brasov and Sighisoara
✔ Stay overnight in a Viscri guesthouse with an authentic dinner
✔ Visit UNESCO sites: Viscri village & Biertan fortified church
✔ Explore Rupea Fortress and Prahova Salt Mine
✔ Enjoy a farewell dinner in Bucharest
✔ Relax with private transfers, small group size (2–12)

Is this trip

right for you?

✔ Designed for travellers who want a balance of wine, food, history, and castles.
✔ Walking is easy to moderate, with cobblestones and some castle stairs.
✔ Overnight in a guesthouse in Viscri means simple but authentic comfort.
✔ Private transfers and small group size (2–12) ensure a relaxed pace.
✔ Meals highlight Romanian wine & cuisine – vegetarian options available but limited in rural areas.

Important notes

  • Flights not included – UK–Bucharest return must be booked separately.

  • Airport transfers included – provide flight details 7 days before departure.

  • Group size: 2–12 travellers.

  • Guesthouse stay: simple rooms with private or shared facilities – authenticity over luxury.

  • Single supplement: available but limited in the Viscri guesthouse.

Reviews

  • Nick is an excellent professional, a dream adventure, many surprises, communicative and attentive to all tourists, an unforgettable experience. We recommend and thank you very much We love Romania Soul Tours and soon we will start another adventure with him with great pleasure

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    Angela Mitache - Couple Traveller

    3 weeks ago

  • Nick is very professional, always happy to answers to my questions, and trust me I have a lot. I would definitely recommend! ☀️🌊❄️☀️

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    Andreea Mihaela Marian - Solo Traveller

    6 weeks ago

  • The most beautiful trip of my life 💝 The most beautiful thing I thought was when I visited Rome and its ancient wonders. We had a very good guide who explained everything we needed to know very well and I can't forget Nik who was the best tour guide I had, because he took care of us and made us a very nice program 💝

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    Luca Paturescu - Solo Traveller

    3 weeks ago

  • I went on a trip and I loved it!

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    Larisa Cazacu - Solo Traveler

    2 weeks ago

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