easy
8–11 hours
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves moderate walking on uneven indoor surfaces and some standing during tours.
Discover Romania’s largest salt mine with its healing air and the stunning royal Peles Castle on a day trip from Bucharest. This TransProtocol tour merges natural wonder with rich history for an unforgettable escape.
All Ages • Approx 11 hours • Discover and Enjoy!
Embark on a captivating journey from Bucharest to explore the enchanting Unirea Salt Mine, Europe's largest, known for its therapeutic air, and the stunning Peles Castle, a masterpiece of German new-Renaissance architecture. Experience the blend of natural wonder and royal history in this unforgettable day trip.
Take a break from the city and combines the mystery of a subterranean salt mine with a fairy tale castle. Visit Peles Castle in Sinaia, the royal residence, tucked into the forest and the Europe’s largest salt mine, known for its remarkable combination of both man-made and natural beauty.
Unirea Salt Mine Leave in the morning from Bucharest and head to Unirea Salt Mine. Known as the biggest salt mine in Europe, stands today for one of the most important watering and climatic resorts in Romania.Unique in the country, but also in Europe,in the salt mine the humidity of the air is circa 50% and the air composition is richer in sodium ions that have spectacular ameliorative and prophylactic effects, what the breathing deficiencies and diseases are concerned.
Peles Castle We will continue our trip and in about 1 hours you will be in Sinaia City where you will visit Peles Castle, the summer residence of the first king of Romania, Carol I of Hohenzollern, of German origins. Peles Castle is a masterpiece of German new-Renaissance architecture, built in the late nineteenth century, considered by many one of the most stunning castles in Europe. Peles Castle was the first European castle entirely lit by electrical current. Was used as summer residence by the Royal family for more then 50 years , and the original interior decoration is still keeps intact. Then we will head back to Bucharest.
Inclusions: • Hotel Pick up and Drop off • Bottled Water • Driver/Guide - English Speaker • Personal and Luggage Insurance • Live Commentary on Board • Parking Fees • Road Tax
Exclusions: • Entrance Fee • Meals and Drinks
Follow all guidelines inside Unirea Salt Mine to preserve the delicate salt formations and maintain air quality.
Expect walking on uneven surfaces and stone steps inside the mine and castle grounds.
Temperatures inside the salt mine are consistently cooler than outside, often around 12°C (54°F).
Traffic to Sinaia can add time to your day during holidays and weekends, so secure your spot early.
Peles Castle was the first European castle fully powered by electrical current and served as the summer residence of King Carol I for over 50 years.
Efforts at Unirea Salt Mine focus on limiting visitor impact to maintain the mine’s delicate microclimate and therapeutic air quality.
Needed for navigating uneven floors and steps in the castle and salt mine.
Keeps you warm especially inside the cooler salt mine.
all specific
Stay hydrated during the longer bus and walking segments.
summer specific
Capture crisp architectural details and dramatic underground salt formations.