Green hills Bike and Wine Escape Days

•  Sometimes there’s no better way to experience wines than surrounded by the nature that created them. Join us on an bike adventure and come cycling with us. Let's delve into the mysteries of the vines, savor wines with the vintners, and uncover the "human side of terroir": stories, decision-making, and the distinctive individual styles of winemakers. 
• Experience the essence of nature and the profound emotions it evokes as we immerse ourselves in its beauty. 
• Our journey begins with an immersive experience in the famous red wine region of Dealu Mare. This region, often referred to as the 'Tuscany of Romania,' is among the oldest and most distinguished wine-growing areas in the country. Indeed it is situated on the same latitude as Northern Italy, but tourism is still at the very at the very beginning.  Dealu Mare has an extension of about 60-70 km between Valea Calugareasca (near Ploiesti) and Merei/Vernesti (near Buzau), covering the two counties Buzau and Prahova. Dealu Mare offers more than 6.000 years of settlement history, a Mediterranean climate from April to October and excellent wines from sunny southward hills.
•  In recent years, the wines of Dealu Mare have consistently received recognition at international wine competitions. During this weekend cycling excursion, you'll have the opportunity to explore several undiscovered wineries and visit beautiful historical and cultural sites in the Dealu Mare region. 

Day 1 - Departure to Dealu Mare wine area (54miles/80 km from Bucharest) 

Brief transfer to Crama 1777 (old Romanian wine museum) or Bellu Manor (a small representation of Neo Romanian architecture) marks the starting point for a 35-40 km off-and-on-road adventure through the wine country. Along the way, we'll pause for a tasting session at Davino or SERVE wineries in Ceptura. The cycling tour will continue to Apogeum Winery, where the renowned local red wine variety, Fetească Neagră, is aged in clay amphoras. Here, you'll indulge in a delightful wine tasting and pairing experience, uncovering the stories behind Apogeum Manor, once the residence of Nicolae, brother of the Romanian King Carol II and nephew of the last Romanian King, Mihai 1st. 

Overnight in Tohani area 

Bike tour: 35-40 km off and on road biking, 500-600 m elevation 

Activities: wine tasting at SERVE boutique winery (or similar) and Apogeum winery 

Meals: dinner

Day 2 – Bike&Wine day in Tohani wine area

Embark on a fresh Bike&Wine adventure today as we pedal through the scenic vineyards of Budureasca, Licorna, and Tohani wineries, reaching Fintesti village for a tasting experience at Lacerta Winery. Upon returning to Tohani, we'll conclude our journey with a brief visit to Mierla Alba, followed by a delightful barbecue and wine tasting hosted by the wonderful team at Licorna Winery. In the evening return to Bucharest. 

Bike tour: 30 km off and on road biking, 500 m elevation 

Activities: wine tasting at Lacerta, Mierla Alba and Licorna wineries 

Meals: breakfast and BBQ

INCLUDED 

- 1 night in 4* boutique authentic and luxury accommodation in double room 

- Meals as mentioned 

- Professional bike guides and car assistance along the route 

- Photo album at the end of the trip 

- Luggage transfer and transfer van available for the whole trip 

- 4 wine tastings in Dealu Mare and special dinners 

- Water, dried fruits and energizing bars 

NOT INCLUDED 

- Alcoholic drinks but what is mentioned in the program 

- E-bike supplement 

- Single supplement 

- XC bike and helmet rental 

EXTRAS 

- Standard bike rental (60 EUR/trip) 

- E-bike supplement (45 EUR/trip) 

- Single room supplement ( 45 EUR/day) 

- Additional night