Romanian Wines
Favourites

Dealu Mare - 2 Day Trip

Dealu Mare · Two-Day Trips

Two Days in Dealu Mare

Three carefully designed two-day journeys through Romania's premier wine region, combining winery visits, local gastronomy, remarkable landscapes and cultural heritage.

Want to stay longer? Continue with our 3-day Dealu Mare journey.
Route 01 · Wine & Natural Wonders

Dealu Mare Discovery

A journey combining the wines of Lacerta and Crama de Piatra with one of Romania's most unusual natural landscapes, followed by a second day exploring boutique wineries in the heart of Dealu Mare.

Day 1

Wine, Landscapes & the Mud Volcanoes

Morning

Bucharest to Lacerta Winery

Leave Bucharest for the hills of Dealu Mare, approximately 1.5 hours away. Begin at Lacerta Winery, where contemporary architecture and modern winemaking meet the landscape of Fintești. Explore the vineyards and cellar before tasting wines from varieties including Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Feteasca Neagra.

Midday

Berca Mud Volcanoes

Continue towards Berca and explore one of Romania's most distinctive geological landscapes. Small cones, bubbling mud and natural gases create an almost otherworldly scenery among the hills of Buzau.

Lunch

Traditional Romanian Lunch

Stop for a relaxed regional lunch and discover traditional Romanian flavours before returning towards the vineyards of Dealu Mare.

Afternoon

Crama de Piatra

Arrive at Crama de Piatra for an intimate winery experience and tasting. Discover local wines including expressions of Feteasca Alba and Merlot.

Evening

Dinner & Overnight in Dealu Mare

End the first day with dinner among the vineyards and an overnight stay in the region.

Day 2

Boutique Wineries of Dealu Mare

Morning

Licorna Winehouse

Begin the second day at Licorna Winehouse, where modern winemaking meets the traditions of Dealu Mare. Explore the estate and taste wines built around varieties including Feteasca Neagra and Merlot.

Lunch

Lunch in the Vineyards

Enjoy a leisurely lunch in Dealu Mare, with local cuisine and wines from the region.

Afternoon

Mierla Alba Winery

Continue to Mierla Alba Winery for a more intimate look at contemporary winemaking. Visit the cellar and finish the wine journey with a guided tasting.

Evening

Return to Bucharest

Leave the vineyards behind for the approximately two-hour journey back to Bucharest.

Route 02 · Dealu Mare Elegance

Wine, Gastronomy & Heritage

A refined two-day route through Ceptura and the surrounding vineyards, combining established wineries, local gastronomy and the cultural heritage of Prahova.

Day 1

Sahateni, Strehan & Vinalia

Morning

Aurelia Visinescu - Domeniile Sahateni

Travel from Bucharest to Aurelia Visinescu - Domeniile Sahateni Winery . Discover a contemporary interpretation of Dealu Mare through wines based on varieties such as Feteasca Neagra and Tamaioasa Romaneasca.

Lunch

Domeniul Strehan

Continue to Domeniul Strehan for lunch, followed by a vineyard visit and tasting. Discover wines from varieties including Sauvignon Blanc and Merlot.

Evening

Conacul Vinalia

Finish the first day at Conacul Vinalia, with dinner and an overnight stay surrounded by the vineyards of Ceptura.

Day 2

SERVE, Local Gastronomy & Ghighiu

Morning

SERVE Winery

Begin the day at SERVE Winery, a pioneering name in modern Romanian wine. Explore the estate and discover wines that have helped define the contemporary identity of Dealu Mare.

Lunch

Casa Timis

Stop at Casa Timis for a relaxed lunch overlooking the vineyards, combining contemporary Romanian cuisine with wines from the region.

Afternoon

Ghighiu Monastery

Visit the peaceful Ghighiu Monastery, known for its gardens and revered icon of the Virgin Mary, before leaving the wine region.

Evening

Return to Bucharest

Complete the journey with the drive back to Bucharest after two days of wine, gastronomy and cultural heritage.

Route 03 · Wine & Heritage

Dealu Mare Heritage

A wine-focused journey through some of Dealu Mare's most distinctive estates, from established wineries to smaller producers with individual approaches to the region's terroir.

Day 1

Budureasca & 1000 de Chipuri

Morning

Budureasca Winery

Travel from Bucharest to Budureasca Winery. Explore the winery and taste a selection built around both Romanian and international varieties, including Feteasca Neagra and Sauvignon Blanc.

Lunch

Crama de Piatra

Enjoy a traditional Romanian lunch among the vineyards at Crama de Piatra before continuing through Dealu Mare.

Afternoon

1000 de Chipuri

Visit 1000 de Chipuri Winery, a smaller estate with an artisanal approach to wine. Discover expressions of varieties such as Pinot Noir and Feteasca Regala.

Evening

Dinner & Overnight

Finish the first day with dinner and an overnight stay among the vineyards of Dealu Mare.

Day 2

Dagon & Gramofon

Morning

Dagon Winery

Begin the second day at Dagon Winery, a boutique producer with a minimalist approach and a strong focus on terroir. Taste wines including expressions of Pinot Noir and Feteasca Alba.

Lunch

Gramofon Winery

Continue to Gramofon Winery for lunch and a final Dealu Mare tasting. Discover wines from varieties including Chardonnay and Merlot.

Afternoon

Return to Bucharest

Conclude the two-day journey with a scenic drive back to Bucharest through the landscapes of southern Romania.

Stay a little longer

One More Day in Dealu Mare?

Extend your journey with more wineries, local gastronomy, cultural landmarks and time to experience the region at a more relaxed pace.