Largest Salt Mine in Europe and Peles Castle Private Tour
Combine natural attractions and historic wonders on this tour from Bucharest to the Slanic Prahova Salt Mine and Peles Castle. Begin at Europe’s largest salt mine, Slanic Prahova, exploring its vast chambers and experiencing the therapeutic benefits of its saline air. Then, marvel at the regal Peles Castle, a symbol of Romanian royalty, to learn about its history and architecture. Letting someone else drive allows you to keep your eyes on Romania’s stunning countryside rather than the road, while onboard Wi-Fi ensures you stay entertained.
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Largest Salt Mine in Europe and Peles Castle Private Tour
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What's included in Largest Salt Mine in Europe and Peles Castle Private Tour
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Unirea Salt Mine
Slanic Prahova Saline is the largest salt mine in Europe. Now the old mine is currently open to the general public, being used as a leisure place. Slănic Prahova Saline is located at a depth of 208m, on an area of 53,000sqm and was opened for visit after 1970. The saline consists of 14 rooms, in the form of a trapeze, having an opening at the base of 32 meters, the tray, 10 meters and a height of 45 meters. The excavated space is 2.9 million cubic meters of salt. Underground is also a sanatorium for asthmatic patients who are provided specialized medical care. The ventilation of the mine is natural, with a constant temperature throughout the year of 12 degrees Celsius.
Peles Castle
Peleș Castle is a Neo-Renaissance castle in the Carpathian Mountains, near Sinaia, in Prahova County, Romania, on an existing medieval route linking Transylvania and Wallachia, built between 1873 and 1914. Its inauguration was held in 1883. It was constructed for King Carol I.
Inclusions
- Private transportation
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- WiFi on board
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Certified Guide
- Lunch
- Entry tickets for Peleș Castle approx 10 euro/pax and Salt mine approx 9 euro/pax
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The remaining time will be allocated to the travel time.
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 5 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
The Tour Guide will be waiting for you in front of your accommodation.
