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Luxury Premium Tour through the Carpathians - Romania

Ready for an extraordinary wine journey? Then join us on a premium adventure through the new-old wine world of Europe, to Romania, where tradition and innovation in viticulture create a unique symbiosis.Romania is already considered by connoisseurs as the new wine paradise of Europe.

How long? 8 Days
When? Spring, Summer, Autumn
Price € 1,899 / Person

The Journey

Premium wines along the Carpathians

Welcome to Romania. Discover the secrets of its wines and the untouched beauty of the Carpathians with us. You will learn about local grape varieties, some of which have a history of over 2,000 years. The elegance and authenticity of these wines will surprise and delight you.

The mountains of Transylvania produce excellent white wines due to the climatic conditions here, with fine acidity, refreshing taste, and fruity aromas. The south of Romania, with its centuries-old tradition of viticulture, also delights you with its largely untouched landscapes that resemble the Tuscan Mediterranean.

A visit to local wineries offers you a unique opportunity to enjoy wines in a refined atmosphere and to take pleasure in historical buildings and traditional houses that have been lovingly restored with great attention to detail. The wine tastings are complemented by traditional Romanian cuisine and regional products.

Green Carpathian hills and a forested valley seen from a rocky outcrop A stone hilltop fortress with a group of tourists posing on the path below Two off-road 4x4 vehicles parked on a ridge above a mountain reservoir lake Two wine bottles and a glass on a rock, a muddy off-road vehicle parked behind in a forest clearing Travelers having a picnic on a grassy mountain ridge beside off-road 4x4 vehicles Luxury Premium Tour through the Carpathians - Romania
Key Highlights of the Trip

Key Highlights of the Trip

01 Exclusive wine tastings
01
Exclusive wine tastings
You visit award-winning wineries like Liliac, Budureasca, Vitis Metamorfosis, Crama Bauer, and Stirbey and taste their wines on site.
02 Native grape varieties
02
Native grape varieties
You will get to know autochthonous grape varieties such as Fetească Neagră, Negru de Drăgășani, and Crâmpoșie, some with over 2,000 years of history.
03 Drive over the Transalpina
03
Drive over the Transalpina
The return journey takes you over Romania's highest panoramic road at 2,132 meters, with a panoramic view of peaks, valleys, and forests.
04 Romanian cuisine
04
Romanian cuisine
Traditional dishes like Ciorbă de Perișoare, Sarmale, and Papanași, prepared with regional products and accompanied by Romanian wines.
05 UNESCO Sites Transylvania
05
UNESCO Sites Transylvania
You visit the fortified church of Birthälm, the old town of Sighisoara, and the Saxon village of Viscri, all three UNESCO World Heritage sites in Transylvania.
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Green Carpathian hills and a forested valley seen from a rocky outcrop
Arrival in Sibiu

Arrival in Sibiu

Warm welcome to the international airport of Sibiu, the gateway to the Carpathians. After your arrival, the transfer will take you to the accommodation, where you can first arrive and catch your breath. Afterwards, you will explore the historic old town of Sibiu with its charming alleys and baroque facades on a guided tour.

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Winery Liliac in Transylvania

Winery Liliac in Transylvania

On the way to the vineyard, you make a cultural stop at the fortified church of Birthälm, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1993. Then it continues to the wine region around Botsch, where the Liliac vineyard awaits. On a hillside in the midst of the vineyard, a wine tasting with a view over the wine landscape awaits you. Overnight stay near Sighisoara.

A Transylvanian Saxon fortified church with red tile roofs and defensive towers on a green hillside
Sighisoara, Viscri and Repser Castle

Sighisoara, Viscri and Repser Castle

Sighișoara is one of the best-preserved medieval towns in Europe and the birthplace of Vlad Țepeș, better known as Dracula. You explore the old citadel and the cobbled streets. Afterwards, it goes to Deutsch-Weißkirch and on to the impressive Râpser Castle on the Kohalmer Mountain.

A stone hilltop fortress with a group of tourists posing on the path below
Budureasca and Vitis Metamorphosis

Budureasca and Vitis Metamorphosis

Today you will dive into the world of two iconic wineries: Budureasca and the internationally celebrated Vitis Metamorfosis. After a walk through the terraced vineyards, you will head to the barrel cellars, followed by two tastings. Overnight in a charming guesthouse on the Romanian Wine Road, with traditional cuisine and selected wines.

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Peleș Castle and Brașov

Peleș Castle and Brașov

Through picturesque valleys and mountain backdrops in the southeastern part of the Carpathians, it goes to Sinaia to Peleș Castle, built for King Carol I between 1873 and 1883. The day continues to the historically significant city of Brașov with its medieval old town and the Black Church.

Two wine bottles and a glass on a rock, a muddy off-road vehicle parked behind in a forest clearing
Bran Castle and Drăgășani

Bran Castle and Drăgășani

The first stop is Bran with the legendary Bran Castle, known as Dracula's Castle. Nearby, there is optionally a wildlife enclosure and bear sanctuary that cares for rescued brown bears. Afterwards, we continue towards Drăgășani, to the wineries Prince Știrbey and Crama Bauer under the leadership of Oliver Bauer.

Avincis and the Transalpina

Depending on the time available, there is the possibility of an additional visit to the elegant Avincis winery. Afterwards, you will return to Sibiu, via the legendary Transalpina at 2,132 meters. You will spend the last evening enjoying a festive meal with traditional Romanian specialties.

Transfer to the airport

After an eventful few days filled with enjoyment, history, and impressive nature, it is time to say goodbye. The organized transfer takes you to the airport. Goodbye, or as they say in Romania: La revedere!

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Dirk K.

The luxury premium trip through the Carpathians in Romania offers a challenging route for advanced riders. The rides over the Transalpina required extensive rid...

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Die Luxus Premium-Reise durch die Karpaten in Rumänien bietet eine anspruchsvolle Strecke für fortgeschrittene Fahrer. Die Fahrten über die Transalpina erforderten umfassende Fahrkenntnisse, insbesondere auf den kurvenreichen Abschnitten. Die Kombination aus erlebnisreichen Weinproben und der Erkundung einheimischer Reben stellte eine gelungene Balance zwischen kulturellem Genuss und körperlicher Anstrengung dar. Diese Tour hat mich gelehrt, die tiefgründige Verbindung zwischen Weinbau und regionalem Terrain besser zu verstehen.

Dirk K.

Manuel S.

The premium trip through the Carpathians in Romania offers a challenging route, particularly the demanding drive over the Transalpina. The group size of a maxim...

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Die Premium-Reise durch die Karpaten in Rumänien bietet eine fordernde Strecke, insbesondere die anspruchsvolle Fahrt über die Transalpina. Die Gruppengröße von maximal 10 Personen ermöglicht individuelle Betreuung, was die Belastung während der Weinproben und der traditionellen rumänischen Küche ausgleicht.

Manuel S.

Michael W.

The luxury premium tour through the Carpathians in Romania offers a clearly structured route with daily support from multilingual guides. The organization of ex...

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Die Luxus Premium-Reise durch die Karpaten in Rumänien bietet eine klar strukturierte Route mit einer täglichen Betreuung durch mehrsprachige Guides. Die Organisation der exklusiven Weinproben, beispielsweise beim Liliac in Transsilvanien, zeugt von einer durchdachten Planung. Die Gruppengröße von maximal 10 Personen erleichtert die individuelle Betreuung und Unterstützung während der Tour. Nach der Reise war mir bewusst, wie vielschichtig der rumänische Weinbau ist und dass ich meine Erwartungen an die Vielfalt der Weine überdacht habe.

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PRICE

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€ 1,899 / person

Trip includes

  • Travel organization, German tour guide, multilingual local experts
  • Transfer in an air-conditioned minibus, with small groups in a car or SUV
  • 7 x overnight stays in modern guesthouses in double rooms
  • Breakfast, lunch snack, and dinner included
  • 5 x wine tasting with high-quality Romanian wines

FAQS

  • What is included in the price?
    Included are travel organization with a German tour guide and knowledgeable local guides, transfer in an air-conditioned minibus, seven overnight stays in modern guesthouses in double rooms, breakfast, lunch snack, and dinner, as well as five wine tastings with high-quality Romanian wines.
  • How many people will participate in the trip?
    We limit the number of participants to a maximum of 10 people to keep the trip personal. The price is valid for a group of 6 people; for smaller groups, we will gladly create an offer.
  • How will we be traveling?
    You will be traveling in an air-conditioned minibus, or in a car or SUV for smaller groups. You do not need your own vehicle.
  • Is the trip suitable for wine beginners?
    Yes. Both wine experts and beginners will get their money's worth. The winemakers and guides explain the wines and the region in such a way that you can follow along even without prior knowledge.
  • How many wine tastings are included?
    A total of five wine tastings with high-quality Romanian wines are included in the price, spread over the wineries in Transylvania and Drăgășani.
  • When is the best time to travel?
    Spring and autumn are particularly beautiful because the weather is mild and the harvest takes place in autumn.
  • Are drinks included in the price?
    No. Drinks outside of the wine tastings are not included in the price.
OVERCROSS note on itinerary
The above travel description is a non-binding online proposal and does not represent a binding travel itinerary. We expressly reserve the right to make changes to the route, schedule, and accommodations (§ 651d BGB in conjunction with Art. 250 EGBGB). The terms and conditions of OVERCROSS apply.
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