Salt Mine - PrivateTour, Lunch at Winery and Dracula Grave

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Salt Mine - PrivateTour, Lunch at Winery and Dracula Grave

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Earliest available date: September 16, 2026
Free cancellation (24 hours notice)
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10 meals
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Duration
9 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 7 guests
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Chinese, Japanese, English, French, Spanish, Arabic, Korean, Italian, German, Portuguese, Russian
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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

We begin our journey by descending 200 meters into the heart of the earth at the largest Salt Mine in Europe. This is an underground cathedral of salt covering 8 hectares — the equivalent of 16 football pitches, with chambers reach heights of over 50 meters. The landscape feels like another planet.


After resurfacing, we head to the rolling hills of wine region for a gourmet lunch at a restaurant that formerly served as Nicolae Ceaușescu’s private hunting lodge. This location offers a glimpse into the exclusive lifestyle of Romania’s former communist leader.


Our final chapter takes us to the serene waters of Snagov Lake. A short bridge crossing brings us to a hidden island monastery with a dark reputation. Within the walls of this 15th-century church lies the Tomb of Vlad the Impaler, the ruthless voivode who inspired the legend of Dracula. Explore the frescoes and hear the tales of the real Vlad Tepes—a national hero to some, and a bloodthirsty tyrant to others.

What You Get

Private transportation
Pick-up from any address in Bucharest and Otopeni
In-vehicle air conditioning
Air-conditioned vehicle
Admission fees
Unirea Salt Mine - 65 RON -
Admission fees
Snagov Monastery - 30 RON Cash Only -
Lunch - Between 15-30 euros per person, depending on what you eat.

Good To Know

  • We begin our journey by descending 200 meters into the heart of the earth at the largest Salt Mine in Europe. This is an underground cathedral of salt covering 8 hectares — the equivalent of 16 football pitches, with chambers reach heights of over 50 meters. The landscape feels like another planet. After resurfacing, we head to the rolling hills of wine region for a gourmet lunch at a restaurant that formerly served as Nicolae Ceaușescu’s private hunting lodge. This location offers a glimpse into the exclusive lifestyle of Romania’s former communist leader. Our final chapter takes us to the serene waters of Snagov Lake. A short bridge crossing brings us to a hidden island monastery with a dark reputation. Within the walls of this 15th-century church lies the Tomb of Vlad the Impaler, the ruthless voivode who inspired the legend of Dracula. Explore the frescoes and hear the tales of the real Vlad Tepes—a national hero to some, and a bloodthirsty tyrant to others.
  • Please note that the following entrance fees and meals are not included in the tour price and must be paid separately: Salt Mine Entrance Fee: €16 per person. You can pay directly by card on-site, or we can purchase the tickets online for you in advance and you can pay us back in cash when we meet. Lunch: Not included. We will dine at an a la carte restaurant where you can order whatever you like. Prices start at around €10–€15 for a main dish and can go up to €60, depending on your choices (for example, premium items like Argentine beef steak will be on the higher end). Snagov Monastery Entrance Fee: €4 per person. If you wish to take photos inside, there is an additional camera fee of €2 per device. These additional costs for tickets, fees, and meals are to be covered individually during the day.
  • If you are interested in a professional wine tasting you must inform us 24 hours before the tour to bring a sommelier. The tasting price is additional and starts from 140€, depending on the age of the wine and the number of people.
  • The entrance to the depths of the mine will be done with a mini-bus, it will take about 10 minutes and there will be 20 people in the minibus
  • In the mine there are 12 degrees Celsius, all year round, dressed thick!
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

What You’ll Experience

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Unirea Salt Mine

Slanic Prahova Saline is the largest salt mine in Romania. Now the old mine is currently open to the general public, being used as a leisure place. Slănic Prahova Saline is located at a depth of 208m, on an area of ​​53,000sqm and was opened for visit after 1970. The saline consists of 14 rooms, in the form of a trapeze, having an opening at the base of 32 meters, the tray, 10 meters and a height of 45 meters. The excavated space is 2.9 million cubic meters of salt. Underground is also a sanatorium for asthmatic patients who are provided specialized medical care. The ventilation of the mine is natural, with a constant temperature throughout the year of 12 degrees Celsius. Inside we will find SUPERNOVA Planetarium is the largest and most PERFORMANT planetarium in Romania with the largest 16m diameter spherical screen, max. 200 seats, 4K laser projectors, super-ergonomic armchairs. We look forward to the most fascinating immersive experience in Romania.
2 hoursAdmission Ticket Not Included
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Chitorani

Casa Seciu Restaurant & Wine Seller Where tradition meets elegance in every glass and plate. Renowned for its scenic hillside vineyard views. Established with a passion for fine dining and exceptional wine. Blending traditional Romanian hospitality with modern sophistication. The Restaurant: Gourmet cuisine inspired by local and European flavors. Seasonal menus created by expert chefs. Elegant dining rooms and scenic terraces. Ideal for romantic dinners, family gatherings, and business events. Wine Cellar: Proud producers of premium Romanian wines. Exclusive selection from the Seciu Vineyard.
1 hour 30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
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Snagov Monastery

Located on a small island outside Bucharest, Snagov Church is one of the most important religious monuments in Southern Romania. The small church, originally part of a monastery, dates since the medieval centuries when local princes endowed, strengthened, and enlarged it in their effort of supporting the Orthodox Church. Local tradition claims that Vlad the Impaler - Dracula - was buried in front of the altar of the monastery church, beneath a stone slab.
1 hourAdmission Ticket Not Included

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This Salt Mine is Amazing!
August 08, 2026

Go to the Salt Mine! It’s a must do!! This place will literally blow your mind. It is stunning and the air is great for your lungs. Plan on spending time inside, as the longer you stay, the better...read more

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A wonderful walk!
July 14, 2026

The tour was super productive and well conducted. The places chosen for visiting and lunch were of high quality. We were quite impressed with the professionalism of the driver and the beauties of t...read more

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Amazing Tour
September 08, 2025

Our tour guide was Mircea (Frank) and we had the best time on this tour! This was the first time I had ever done a private tour and I really loved the accommodation and freedom we had on this tour ...read more

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Great trip
August 28, 2025

My friend and I experienced the tour with Valerica as our guide. He was very easy to talk to and shared a lot of knowledge about Romania outside the tour. The salt mine was the highlight of the tou...read more

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A Wonderful Trip
August 25, 2025

We had a wonderful time. Bogdan, our guide was very knowledgeable, informative and accommodative. The highlight of the trip were the salt mines. It is a sight to see & the air is so healthy to brea...read more

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