Constanta

Embark on a scenic 2 hour drive from Constanta harbour heading to Tulcea. Sit back and admire the landscape of the Dobrudgea region whilst you learn about its tumultuous history from your knowledgeable guide.

Upon arrival in Tulcea, your mode of transport will change from coach to watercraft as you sail into the Danube Delta along small canals, discovering the wilderness and the unique flora and fauna of the Delta. The Danube Delta is the youngest in Europe growing by 130 foot every year, making it the 2nd largest Delta in Europe and the 23rd largest in the world. Your cruise begins in the middle arm, the Sulina Canal and continues to the canal of Mile 36.

Lunch with wine will be served during the cruise.

More than 2,500 years ago, the Greeks founded the colonies of Histria, Tomis and Callatis. Over the centuries the colonies diminished and, on the ruin of Tomis, the city of Constanta grew. Take a tour of the old city centre stopping at the Ethnographical Museum where you can admire orthodox icons painted on glass and the traditional costumes from the Dobrudja region.

In Ovid Square stands the statue of the Roman poet that exiled to Tomis at the beginning of the 1st century AD. Visit the Roman Mosaic, which used to be one of the largest mosaics in this part of the world, and the orthodox Cathedral of St Peter and Paul. From the Casino, there is a delightful view over Constanta harbour.

After a short drive, arrive in Eforie Nord, one of the most popular resorts on the Romanian Black Sea coast. In the Nunta Zamfirei Restaurant, enjoy a Romanian folk show, representing a typical Romanian wedding, while tasting a traditional Romanian snack and a glass of wine.

Founded in 656 BC, Histria is named after the Greek word for the famous River Danube. Set on the shores of Lake Sinoe, the city was raised over 2,600 years ago. Take in the scenic and rural countryside of Romania before arriving at the amazing archaeological site.

Founded by navigators and merchants from around Europe, olive oil, wine, honey and wax were traded on the shores. Over 14 centuries, Histria became one of the most important ports for all major events for the Greeks and Romans. The site started excavation in 1914, representing the longest archaeological research in Romania. Destroyed by Avars during the invasion in the 6th century, the site was discovered by the historian and archaeologist Vasile Parvan. The Museum has a unique collection of valuable discoveries which you can browse at leisure.

The Mosaic Complex houses one of the largest mosaics in the world. Covering over 2,000 square metres, it represents part of 11 warehouses that received all the goods for the harbour of Tomis.

As you enter the old city of Constanta, have your camera at the ready for the famous statue of the Roman poet ‘Ovid’, sculpted in 1888 by Ettore Ferrari. The Archaeological Museum is one of the richest in the country, and holds an amazing collection of prehistorical, Greek, Roman, Byzantine and Medieval artefacts. The remarkable statues of Fortuna Goddess, Pontos God and the Glycon Snake are also on display.

Stroll through the Old Town passing the Turkish Mosque with a 155 foot high minaret, it is the most important mosque in Constanta. In the centre, visit the Orthodox Cathedral, St Peter and Paul for an introduction to the world of Orthodoxism. Afterwards, take in the beautiful views over the harbour from the impressive Casino.

Murfatlar Vineyard is situated in the south east between the Danube and Black Sea, in the centre of the Dobrudja Plateau and spreads over several villages covering more than 2,600 hectares. During your visit to a wine cellar, sample some of the most popular wines from the region, whilst listening to some Romanian folk music.

Constanta is one of the oldest towns in south eastern Europe, built by the Greek colonists in the 6th century BC. Your first stop will be at the Casino, a symbolic building of the city, offering a delightful view over the Constanta harbour. Continue onto the old city centre to discover Ovid’s Square and from here you can admire the old City Hall, antique relics and the Turkish Mosque.

Drive from Ovid’s Square to Mamaia, for a short visit of one of Romania’s most popular summer resorts, with its modern facilities, new hotels, aqua parks and cable transportation.

A 30 minute drive will take you to Eforie Nord, a resort on the Romanian Black Sea coast, where you’ll visit the Nunta Zamfirei Restaurant (Zamfira’s Wedding). Here you’ll be invited to watch a Romanian folk show, representing a typical Romanian wedding, while tasting a traditional Romanian snack and enjoying a glass of wine.