Pilgrimage to the Heart of Prahova: A Trip to the Ghighiu, Jercălăi, and Ceptura Monasteries in Bucharest
About This Tour
We invite you to leave the fast pace of the city behind and spend a heartwarming day together, dedicated to reflection and discovering some blessed places. This pilgrimage to the heart of Prahova takes you through extraordinary natural landscapes, where the tranquility of the monasteries blends harmoniously with the history and traditions of the region. It’s the perfect opportunity to rediscover inner peace and the beauty of our spiritual heritage.
Our route begins at Ghighiu Monastery, a place renowned for its healing waters and the “Siriaca” icon of the Mother of God, and then continues with the wooden charm of Jercălăi Monastery and the centuries-old history of Vărbila Monastery. Each monastery has a unique story to tell and a special energy, offering pilgrims precious moments of reflection and spiritual solace.
The journey continues amid the picturesque vineyards of Dealu Mare to Ceptura Monastery, a true oasis of prayer rebuilt after the 1990s. The day ends with a stop at Parepa Monastery, a nunnery built as a tribute to the nation’s heroes, where the hospitality and peaceful atmosphere will fill you with positive energy before you head home.
Highlights
- Spiritual contemplation and tranquility at Ghighiu Monastery, renowned for its miracle-working icon of the Mother of God and the Healing Spring.
- Admire traditional Romanian architecture at the magnificent wooden church of Jercălăi Monastery.
- Connect with 17th-century history at the ancient monastic settlement of Vărbila.
- Discover the unique vineyard landscapes surrounding Ceptura Monastery in the Dealu Mare region.
- A day of inner peace and total escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, accompanied by a dedicated guide.
Itinerary
- 7:00 a.m. - Bucharest (Timpuri Noi Metro Station - Mol Gas Station)
- Ghighiu Monastery
- Jercălăi Monastery
- Vărbila Monastery
- Ceptura Monastery
- Parepa Monastery
- Evening – Return to Bucharest
What is included and not included
Included
- Transportation by coach or minibus licensed for domestic and international tourism.
- Certified tour guide for the entire duration of the trip.
Not Included
- Admission tickets to tourist attractions.
- Personal expenses.
Essential Information
Departure is at 7:00 a.m. from Bucharest (Timpuri Noi Metro Station – Mol Gas Station; meet at 6:30 a.m.), with an estimated return around evening (depending on traffic and route). The estimated duration is 1 day. Participation requires a valid ID card (CI). Seats on the bus are assigned starting with the second row, strictly in the order in which the deposit was paid. Minors aged 0–18 must carry an ID proving their age. This trip involves short walks, so comfortable shoes and modest attire appropriate for visiting places of worship are recommended. Arrival times are approximate, and participants are asked to be punctual, as the bus cannot wait for individuals who are late. During the tour, the guide may change the order of visits without affecting the overall structure of the itinerary.
Difficulty
EasySuitable for most participants.
Meeting Point
GPL MOL Timpuri Noi
GPL MOL Timpuri Noi, Splaiul Unirii, Tineretului, Sector 4, București, 030133, România
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