Wines of Wallachia – 8 hours
This full-day trip is designed for those who want to learn more about the story of the winemaking tradition in Romania. Hear about different grape varieties and the fermentation process, and get expert tips on wine-tasting techniques. To understand the winemaking story, our first stop will be the “Crama 1777” museum. Located on the famous “Wine Road,” where we will discover how the wine was made and aged in the XIX-XX century. After that, you will discover the first winery on our itinerary. A wine expert will be waiting for you, and the experience will start with an overview of the winery with detailed explanations about the winemaking process; Here, you will taste 3 different wines. As you can imagine, each winery has its own unique technique for producing wine, so the second stop will allow you to compare them. Between the two visits, we will stop for a traditional lunch in a special place filled with peace and natural beauty.
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Wines of Wallachia – 8 hours
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(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
1777 Wine Cellar Museum
To understand the winemaking story, our first stop will be “Crama 1777” museum. Located on the famous “Wine Road”, at this museum, we will discover how the wine was made and aged in the XIX-XX century. We will see tools and objects needed in a wine cellar, such as tools for viticulture, grape processing, ceramic wine storage vessels, a collection of barrels for wine and tescovina rack, a collection of Romanian folk costumes from different regions of the country as well as a collection of coins discovered in the area.
Prahova County
After that, you will discover the first winery on our itinerary. A wine expert will be waiting for you, and the experience will start with an overview of the winery with detailed explanations about the winemaking process; Here, you will taste 3 different wines along with food fingers, cheese, local bread, and fresh olive oil. As you can imagine, each winery has its own unique technique in producing wine, so the second stop will allow you to compare them. After the guided visit of the old wine cellars, to conclude the Romanian wine tasting experience, you will taste another 3 different types of wine, carefully selected by a sommelier. Feast on a tasty selection of food fingers, cheese, local bread, and be ready to gain knowledge from this in-depth wine tasting experience.
Inclusions
- Entrance fee at 1777 Wine Cellar Museum
- Wine tasting of 6 different types of wine at 2 wine cellers
- Guided tours for all sites and cellars
- Pick up and drop off from your hotel
- We will go to a good local restaurant where you can order a la carte and pay on the spot
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Please do not forget to mention your pick-up address. We will send an email with the exact pick-up time the evening before the tour.
