Top 15 Bucharest Wine Tours

1.Wine Tasting in Bucharest

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 183 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $59Our pick

At Abel’s Wine Bar in Bucharest’s Old Town, a wine specialist guides you through five premium Romanian wines: two whites, a rosé, and two reds made from local varieties. Expect stories about wine regions and a 6,000-year viticulture tradition, plus water and a shared cheese and charcuterie platter. The bar has 100 labels, with bottles available to buy at discounted takeaway rates.

“I was given a warm welcome, then poured a lovely selection of Romanian wines from native grape varieties. It was a great introduction to varieties and regions I previously knew nothing about, but will certainly be looking for in the future! The tasting was two hours, although I'm sure I could have stayed for longer if I had wanted. I was encouraged to take my time trying the generous servings along with a nice selection of cheeses and meats. This is well worth booking if, like me, you love wine but are not familiar with Romanian wines.”

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2.Peles & Cantacuzino Castles: Gourmet Wine & Cultural Day trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 67 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $330

Travel from Bucharest in a private vehicle with an English-speaking guide to Peles Castle, Sinaia Monastery, and Cantacuzino Castle. Explore royal rooms and Byzantine art, then taste three Romanian wines with local cheeses and traditional snacks. The tour lasts about 8 to 9 hours; lunch is not included.

“Probably the most beautiful castle in the world, Peles castle looks amazing, while Cantacuzino view is stunning. To not forgot about the wine tasting: incredibile😍❤️❤️”

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3.Private Tour to Salt Mine, Lunch at Winery and Dracula Grave

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 60 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $167

Spend about nine hours outside Bucharest with a private English-speaking guide and air-conditioned transport. Explore the vast Slănic Prahova salt mine, stop for lunch at Casa Seciu winery, then visit Snagov Monastery, linked by local tradition to Vlad the Impaler. Mine and monastery tickets, lunch, and optional wine tasting cost extra.

“Interesting tour and guide was friendly and informative. Lunch was a nice setting and good food. The salt mine was extraordinary”

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4.Private Wine Tasting Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 44 reviews · 1 day · from $64

At Abel’s Wine Bar, you’ll taste five premium Romanian wines: two whites, one rosé and two reds made from local grape varieties. An English-speaking local guide explains the wines and their producers as you enjoy a cheese and meat platter. The private session lasts about two hours and suits adults curious about Romania’s wine culture.

“If you're looking for an exceptional wine-tasting experience in Bucharest, Abel’s Wine Bar is a must-visit. They offers a carefully curated selection of Romanian wines from small wineries and different regions, guided by an incredibly knowledgeable sommelier who elevates the experience. During the tasting, we explored five distinct wines, each with a unique character. The sommelier, with both passion and expertise, shared fascinating insights about the winemaking process, regional grape varieties. The experience was well-paced, educational, and truly immersive.”

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5.Traditions in Bucharest: Village Museum and Wine Tasting Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $148

Visit the Village Museum with a private English-speaking guide, browse Romanian crafts, then taste three local wines with cheese and charcuterie. Private transport and museum admission are included. Guides named Mihai, Michael and Emma have led the tour, though your guide may vary.

“This was a comprehensive look into the different regions of Romania. Following this was a tasting of some of Romanian wines which were excellent”

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6.Romanian Wine and Food Pairing Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 23 reviews · 2 hours · from $62

At Strada Băcani 1 in Bucharest’s Old Town, you’ll taste two whites, a rosé and two reds alongside Romanian cheeses, salami, local spreads and bread. A guide explains regional wine traditions and pairing ideas during this two-hour experience. Recent tastings have been led by sommeliers Darius and Marius, though your host may differ.

“Darius was a fantastic sommelier and the wines were fantastic 👏 the rose is my new favourite wine 🍷 the only small thing was that we were only served breadsticks and crackers but our ticket came with cheese, meats and breads and there was some confusion as they didn't think our ticket covered that but once it was served it was delicious. thank you for a lovely afternoon :)”

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7.Wine Tasting in Bucharest long version

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $69

At Abel’s Wine Bar, a wine specialist leads a private tasting of Romanian wines, with pours described as including sparkling, white, rosé, red, and dessert styles. You’ll have cheese, cured meats, olives, and bruschetta, and may finish with a small taste of țuică, Romania’s traditional spirit. Plan for about two hours.

“Thank you Dario for hosting my (solo) wine tasting. Nice wines and a lovely assortment of meats and cheeses. I'll take my new Romanian wine knowledge and apply it on the rest of my vacation.”

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8.Discover Romania’s Wine Heritage in Brasov’s Historic Center

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 19 reviews · 2 hours · from $69

At Via Enescu in central Brasov, an English-, Romanian-, or Italian-speaking host guides you through five Romanian wines from distinct regions, including Tămâioasa Românească. You get a meat-and-cheese platter with seasonal accompaniments for two, plus context on the wines’ origins and making. Allow two hours; recent sessions have included host George.

“¡Gran experiencia! Nuestro sommelier nos dio una explicación detallada sobre los vinos y su fabricación, además de ser muy amable y carismático. El plato de queso y carnes frías delicioso, complementó perfecto los vinos. Además, el restaurante es muy bonito.”

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9.Salt Mine , Lunch at Winery & Dracula Grave – Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $177

Spend about nine hours with an English-speaking guide, traveling by private, air-conditioned vehicle with Wi-Fi from Bucharest to Unirea Salt Mine, Casa Seciu and Snagov Monastery. The day pairs salt-carved chambers with winery views and a church stop associated with Dracula’s grave. Mine and monastery entry fees and lunch cost extra.

“The tour guide was great and really new the history. It was a fun day trip and worth it. I do recommend. My sister and i had a great day.”

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10.Salt Mine, the Muddy Volcanoes and Wine Tasting Private Day Tour from Bucharest!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 9 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $189

Travel by private car from Bucharest to three very different Romanian sights: the 208-meter-deep Unirea Salt Mine, Berca’s bubbling mud volcanoes, and Lacerta Winery when a tasting can be arranged. Your English-speaking driver-guide handles the long day and hotel pickup. Expect a 9-to-12-hour outing, extra admission costs, and a chilly 12°C inside the mine.

“This was such a unique experience and the winery was a great bonus! Definitely book a day that includes the winery. Christi was a great guide.”

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11.Exclusive Dealu Mare Wine Tasting Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · 10 hours · from $260

Spend 10 hours exploring Dealu Mare with a private English- or Romanian-speaking guide. Visit Lacerta and family-owned 1000 Chipuri for six wines apiece, including Fetească Neagră, plus cheese and charcuterie. The drive follows the Old Wine Road, and a traditional lunch is available at an extra cost. Past guides have included Mihai, Bogdan and Andrei.

“The wineries we visited were first class with excellent wines. Our guide provided so much about the history of Romania.”

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12.Romanian Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $107

Leave Bucharest by air-conditioned minivan for LacertA and Budureasca wineries in the sub-Carpathian hills. You’ll hear about Romanian wine production, learn tasting etiquette, and sample more than 10 wines across two sessions, with snacks. Departures meet at University Square at 9:30 am, and guide Eugen has led some trips.

“Amazing wineries 🍷👍🍾🥂 beautiful views of dealu mare , beautiful people and great wine you must go !!! Our guide was great 👍 very knowledgeable and helpful”

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13.Peles & Cantacuzino Castles: Gourmet Wine & Cultural trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 8 hours · from $322

Explore Peleș Castle’s royal rooms, Sinaia Monastery’s Orthodox art, and Cantacuzino Castle’s gardens with an English-speaking guide. Hotel-lobby pickup, transport, entry fees, three Romanian wines, cheeses, and traditional treats are included. The eight-hour trip has no included lunch.

“Romantic Romania, you've left me quite smitten! The majestic Peleș Castle, snug in the bosom of the Carpathians, was an architectural feast for the eyes. Cantacuzino Castle, on the other hand, was the perfect surprise package with its quaint charm and elegance. But the real showstopper? The wine tasting at Cantacuzino, hands down. Sublime Romanian wines, a well-curated selection and that castle setting - simply unforgettable! For a chap like me who cherishes fine architecture, history, and a good drop of wine, this was a 5-star experience all the way. Truly, Romania, you're a hidden gem!”

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14.The Real Dracula’s Castle in Targoviste, Winery and Dracula’ Tomb

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $153

This private, English-language tour from Bucharest runs about nine hours, with round-trip transport to Târgoviște’s medieval Princely Court, Chindia Tower, Chindia Park, and Snagov Monastery. A guide named Sebastian has been praised for lively explanations, though you can’t count on a particular guide. Entrance fees and lunch cost extra. The title mentions a winery, but no winery stop appears in the itinerary, so confirm that detail before booking.

“This tour was absolutely great. We were had Sebastian as our guide. He was extremely knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and engaging. He provided us with many interesting facts not only about the places we visited, but also interesting facts about Romania. The places that we visited on this tour were extremely interesting, authentic, and not overrun with tourists. The place we stopped for lunch was authentic and was one of the best meals we ate in Romania. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Romania. Hopefully you will be lucky to have Sebastian as your guide.”

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15.Private Wine and Food Tasting in Bucharest

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 5 reviews · from $64

At Strada Băcani 1, a certified sommelier guides your private group through five Romanian wines, from two whites to two reds, paired with a traditional platter of meats, cheeses, produce, and zacuscă. The two-hour tasting is in English and introduces regional wine styles, local food, and pairing ideas. Guide names are not provided.

“Worth getting in touch with Corks to arrange a suitable time. Great value for money, really enjoyed!”

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