Wallachia & Oltenia – Orthodox Roots & Royal Paths

  • Scenic view of a small European village nestled among lush green trees, with colorful houses, a church with a tall steeple, and a historic castle among agricultural fields and rolling hills.
  • A scenic view of a small village nestled in a green valley with a river flowing through it, surrounded by forested hills and mountains in the distance.

Wallachia & Oltenia – Royal Paths and Sacred Hills

Stretching across southern Romania, Wallachia and its western subregion Oltenia, are lands of contrast—where royal retreats meet forested hills, and ancient monasteries stand quiet under the sun. These regions are ideal for travelers seeking spiritual depth, hidden gems, and meaningful cultural experiences.

Wallachia – Historical Core & Royal Heritage
Wallachia is home to Romania’s capital, Bucharest, but its soul lives in the countryside:
Câmpulung Muscel – one of Romania’s oldest towns, nestled at the foot of the Carpathians, rich in royal history, traditional architecture, and mountain charm

Curtea de Argeș Monastery – resting place of Romanian royalty

Târgoviște – former capital of Wallachia and Vlad the Impaler’s court

Dealu Monastery, Comana Natural Park, and the tranquil villages of the Prahova Valley offer escapes into both history and nature

Oltenia – Tradition, Hills & Folk Spirituality
Oltenia is rich in folklore, wooden architecture, and sacred spaces:

Horezu Monastery – UNESCO site and jewel of Brâncovenesc art

Tismana & Polovragi Monasteries – built into cliffs and forests

Horezu pottery and village crafts reflect a strong artisanal culture

Vineyards in the Drăgășani region and peaceful walking routes in the Subcarpathian hills

Nature & Slow Discovery

Walk through chestnut forests, explore caves, or visit Băile Herculane, one of Europe’s oldest spa resorts

Oltenia and northern Wallachia also provide access to the Transalpina Road, a scenic high-altitude drive across the Southern Carpathians

Why Explore Wallachia & Oltenia with Romania Soul Tours?

  • Ideal for travelers seeking heritage, peace, and soulful landscapes

  • Discover monasteries, artisan villages, and royal footprints

  • A beautiful mix of history, spirituality, and slow rural life

  • Let us take you beyond Bucharest—into the rolling hills, sacred spaces, and timeless villages of southern Romania, where every journey becomes a deeper story.