Private 2-Day Danube Delta & Black Sea Tour from Bucharest

Summary

Danube Delta boat trip & Constanta Old Town private experience

You’ll explore Constanta’s Old Town and mosque, stroll Mamaia Beach, then cruise deep into the Danube Delta’s wild nature—all with your own private guide and plenty of local stories along the way.

What’s the experience like?

The morning air in Bucharest still clung to us as we drove east, watching the city fade into sunflower fields and flat plains. First stop: Constanta’s Old Town. Our guide, Andrei, led us through narrow streets where you catch whiffs of roasted coffee drifting from tiny cafés. Ovid Square buzzed quietly—locals chatting on benches, pigeons pecking at crumbs. The Carol I Mosque stood out with its mix of Egyptian and Byzantine styles; Andrei pointed out the reinforced concrete dome, which was pretty unusual for Romania back then. We climbed up for a view—seagulls wheeled overhead and you could just make out the sea breeze carrying salt and something faintly sweet from a nearby bakery.

Later, we wandered down to the old Casino by the seafront. The building’s faded grandeur is hard to miss—peeling paint, but still proud. You can almost hear echoes of music from when it hosted balls and readings a century ago. Chess players still gather nearby, hunched over their boards while waves slap against the promenade wall.

Mamaia Beach was next—a classic Romanian seaside spot. Even off-season, you’ll find locals strolling or grabbing fried fish from beachside stalls. The sand squeaks underfoot and gulls squabble over leftovers near the amusement park rides. After sunset, we headed north to Tulcea for the night—our hotel overlooked the river, lights twinkling on water that looked almost black in the evening.

The next day started early with a boat ride into the Danube Delta. Mist hovered above wide channels lined with reeds taller than me. Our captain slowed so we could watch pelicans glide in formation—huge wings barely making a sound as they landed near us. Herons picked their way along muddy banks; sometimes you’d spot a flash of blue as kingfishers darted past. Andrei explained how this place is home to hundreds of bird species—some migrating all the way from Siberia or Africa—and why UNESCO protects it so closely.

We drifted past floating villages where fishermen waved from small wooden boats. Somewhere near Letea Forest, I caught sight of wild horses grazing among willows—a rare thing even here. The air smelled fresh, almost earthy, mixed with river water and distant woodsmoke from someone’s lunch fire. By afternoon we were back on land and heading toward Bucharest again—tired but feeling like we’d seen another side of Romania entirely.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Constanta Highlights and Beach

• Visit Carol I Mosque
• Relax at Mamaia Beach
• Explore Constanta Casino

Day 2 — Danube Delta Boat Tour

• Boat tour in Danube Delta

Top questions

Is this tour suitable for families or older travelers?

Yes—it’s designed for all fitness levels and can be adjusted for your group’s needs.

Will I see wildlife in the Danube Delta?

You’re very likely to spot birds like pelicans and herons; sometimes even wild horses or beavers if you’re lucky!

Are meals included during the tour?

Meals aren’t included by default but your guide can recommend good local spots along the way.

Can I customize parts of this itinerary?

Absolutely—the tour is flexible and changes can be made even after starting out.

What’s included

Your own private car (or minibus) just for your group; entrance fees; photo fees; guided boat trip in the Delta; an English-speaking licensed guide who stays with you throughout; all car expenses like gas and tolls; plus accommodation and meals for your guide are covered too.