Top Bucharest Cooking Classes

Learn the secrets of traditional Romanian cooking with a hands-on lesson in a Transylvanian village. On this private tour from Bucharest, shop for supplies at a local market, and then prepare a main course and dessert using family recipes in a villager’s home kitchen. After enjoying the homemade meal and a taste of plum brandy with your hosts, see historic highlights of Brasov’s medieval old town like the famous Black Church and White Tower on a walking tour.

All wines and dishes have been tested and refined numerous times until we achieved the perfect formula. In addition, with both a certified chef and a certified sommelier on our team, we ensure true expertise in creating and pairing food with wine.

Boasting over 6,000 years of viticulture, Romania is one of Europe’s oldest wine hubs. But most travelers overlook the region’s tastiest legacy. During this wine-tasting, you’ll discover Romania’s standout reds, rosés, and whites—all from the comfort of Bucharest. In an authentic winery, listen to legends of Romanian vineyards and the stories surrounding wine production. You’ll also have a chance to taste wines from around the world, with over 100 labels on the menu.

Add a bit of rest and relaxation to your Bucharest adventure with a trip to Therme Bucharest. This massive complex houses 10 pools--including the largest wave pool in Romania—along with 16 waterslides plus another 10 dry and wet saunas. The complex also has a botanical garden with hundreds of thousands of plants and trees. This package includes admission to the center as well as round-trip private transportation from your hotel.

Immerse yourself in the culture of Romanian wine production on this full-day tour from Bucharest. Visit some of the country's best sellers, accompanied by a guide who provides engaging commentary as you tour. Round-trip transportation from Bucharest means no need to rent a car or decide who will be the sober driver. Wine tastings at each cellar are included, and you'll stop for lunch (own expense) at one of the area's best restaurants.

Trace the rise and fall of Communism in Romania on this walking tour of Bucharest. Learn how the Communist Party and the dictator Ceausescu seized power, controlled dissent and demolished huge swaths of the city to create distinctive architectural monuments. Visit political memorials and Communist-era landmarks to see how the regime and subsequent 1989 revolution have left a permanent mark on the city.

The drive from Bucharest to Bulgaria can be a long one—leave it up to someone else during this Bulgaria Medieval Sites Day Trip that takes you to Rock-hewn Churches of Ivanovo, Tsarevets Fortress, and Konstantsalieva House. Ride comfortably in a climate-controlled vehicle until you reach the first stop at the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Rock-hewn Churches of Ivanovo. Once you finish up in Arbanassi, your guide takes you back to your hotel in Bucharest.