Bucharest: Slanic Salt Mines and Wine Tasting Tour
ID: GYG42052-53513
Category:
Country: Romania
Duration:
07:00 hours
Description
Explore the largest salt mines in Europe on a 7-hour day trip from Bucharest. Wander around the underground chambers of the Slanic Prahova Salt Mine. Then, go to a local vineyard for a typical Romanian lunch and wine tasting tour of the cellars.
Escape the hustle and bustle of Bucharest on a full-day sightseeing tour of the salt mines of Slanic Prahova, stopping at a local winery to enjoy a traditional 3 course lunch.
You will be picked up from your hotel (or private address) in Bucharest for the 1.5-hour drive north to the small town of Slanic Prahova in the foothills of the Carpathian Mountains. Here, explore the largest salt mine in Europe, now closed for mining but open to visitors.
Enter the chambers to experience the unique microclimate, where natural air-conditioning keeps temperatures and atmospheric pressure constant throughout the year. Discover some of the mines 14 chambers and trapezoidal profiles, and marvel at the expanse of the salt walls.
Next, enjoy a wine tasting and 3-course meal at a local winery. Savor the flavors of authentic Romanian appetizers, house desserts, and mains such as sarmalute (stuffed vine leaves) and polenta. The menu varies depending on restaurant availability.
Highlights
- Explore the Slanic Salt Mine, the largest salt mines in Europe
- Enjoy a 3 course lunch at a typical Romanian winery
- Sample the wines of Romania during a tour of the Urlati wine cellars
- See the spectacular salt mountains
- Drive through the scenic foothills of the Carpathian Mountains
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Please note that Slanic Salt Mine is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You must bring your own headphones
Pick-up from your hotel or accommodation in Bucharest. Please provide details on booking
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
