St. Nicholas Pilgrimage: Suzana, Zamfira, and Ghighiu Monasteries—departure from Bucharest
About This Tour
We invite you on a special spiritual journey to celebrate the great feast of Saint Nicholas. Our first stop will be at Suzana Monastery, an oasis of tranquility picturesquely situated in the Teleajen Valley. Here we will attend the patron saint’s day service, commemorating the monastery’s founder from 1740, and we will enjoy a warm meal, generously offered in the spirit of the holiday. The mountain scenery and the energy of the place will help you completely disconnect from the hustle and bustle of city life.
The pilgrimage continues with a visit to Zamfira Monastery, a place renowned not only for its strict monastic life but also for its priceless artistic value. Here you’ll have the opportunity to admire the interior paintings created by the famous Nicolae Grigorescu. It is a graceful stop where history blends perfectly with the beauty of authentic Romanian art.
The last stop of the day is at Ghighiu Monastery, situated on the site of the ancient Codri of Vlăsia. Known throughout the country for its miracle-working icon and the Healing Spring, this monastery will offer you a final moment of prayer and spiritual solace before returning home. It is a trip dedicated to inner peace, hope, and our ancestral traditions.
Highlights
- Attended the feast day service for Saint Nicholas at Suzana Monastery.
- A festive hot lunch was served to those attending the feast day.
- Viewing of the original paintings by Nicolae Grigorescu at Zamfira Monastery.
- Visit to the Healing Spring at Ghighiu Monastery.
- A day of contemplation, history, and architectural beauty in the heart of nature.
Itinerary
- 6:30 a.m. - Bucharest, Victoriei Square (central parking lot)
- Suzana Monastery
- Zamfira Monastery
- Ghighiu Monastery
- 9:00 p.m. - Return to Bucharest (Victoriei Square)
What is included and not included
Included
- Certified Coach Transportation
- Certified tour guide
- Lunch or packed lunch (provided during the patron saint’s feast at Suzana Monastery)
Not Included
- Personal Expenses
- Admission fees to tourist attractions (if applicable)
- Preferred seats on the bus (50 lei per person for the first 3 rows)
Essential Information
Departure is at 6:30 a.m. from Bucharest (Victoriei Square, central parking lot), with an estimated return time around 9:00 p.m. (depending on traffic and route). The estimated duration is approximately 14 hours. Participation requires a valid ID (minors aged 0–18 must carry a document proving their age). Seats on the bus are assigned starting with the second row, strictly in the order in which the deposit was paid. The tour includes short walks and is accessible to everyone. As this is a spiritually themed trip, modest attire is required when entering places of worship. We recommend comfortable, season-appropriate clothing, as well as a bottle of water for hydration. It is essential to arrive on time for the meeting times communicated by the guide, as the minibus/coach cannot wait for individuals who are late.
Difficulty
EasySuitable for most participants.
Meeting Point
Piața Victoriei
Piața Victoriei, Buzești, Piața Romană, Cișmigiu, Sector 1, București, 010099, România
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