About this experience
- Discover magnificent Peles castle - a perfect blend of German and Italian Neo-Renaissance styles, the summer residence of the Romanian royal family;
- Enjoy a cup of coffee in the wonderful summer garden, at the foot of the Carpathian mountains;
- Travel back in time and visit the quaint area Valea Doftanei (just 2-hours ride from Bucharest), sprinkled with haystacks, horses and sheep
- Learn about real life in a remote sub-Carpathian village and see how peasants have lived here for generations;
- Enjoy a horse-drawn cart ride and a hearty lunch prepared from local farm-fresh produce;
- Admire the beautiful mountain scenery and learn about medicinal herbs and mushrooms;
- Meet friendly locals, learn about their daily life and maybe buy some traditional products to support their work (honey, local cheese)
At a glance
- Duration: 12 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 12 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Bottled water
- Horse-drawn cart ride uphill to an altitude of 1000 meters/or an extensive walk through the village
- Enjoy a hearty lunch prepared from local farm-fresh produce: a large platter with Romanian starters and cold cuts, chicken stew or fresh trout with polenta and apple pie
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Taste a glass of special Romanian wine (white, red of rosé) or a pint of beer
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Parking Fees
- Admission ticket for Peles castle
Not included
- Gratuities for the tour guide
Itinerary and highlights
Pass by and admire the University Square, a symbolic place with a rich history.
The Palace of Parliament building has a surface of 365.000 sqm and holds the 1st position in the Guinness World Records for the largest administrative building in the world (after the Pentagon) and the heaviest and most expensive building in the world.
Considered by many as a pearl of Romanian architecture,
Peles castle is located at the foot of the impressive Bucegi mountains, in an idyllic setting;
Peles castle was the summer residence of the Romanian royal family - which ruled the country from 1866 to 1947.
Join us for a day-trip and explore this quaint rural area in Romania (far away from mass tourism), where you will be able to enjoy the beautiful scenery and discover how real peasants live and taste some delicious lunch prepared by locals.
Admire this beautiful green-colored lake, located deep in the lush forests of Wallachia and have a short photo stop here.
Meeting and pickup information
- We pick up all travelers from any centrally located hotel.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Laura Genescu
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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