Bucharest to Dracula Castle, Peles Castle and Brasov Guided Tour
Travel to discover the sights and treasures of Transylvania. Reach Sinaia to enter the realm of a fairy tale on a tour of splendid Peles Castle, founded by the former Romanian kings and used as royal residence. Enter the Gothic chambers of Bran Castle, also known as ‘Dracula’s Castle’ thanks to its ties to Vlad the Impaler. Finally, reach one of Transylvania’s founding and most well-preserved medieval towns on a walking tour of Brasov.
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Statie Taxi Universitate, Bulevardul Nicolae Bălcescu 4, București 030167, Romania
Meet with your guide and set out for your Transylvania trip.
Duration: 1 minute
Stop At: Peles Castle, Str. Pelesului 2, Sinaia 106100 Romania
Start your day trip with Peles Castle (inside visit), set in the scenic mountain resort of Sinaia, also called the Pearl of the Carpathians. Tour the Romanian royal family’s former summer residence, which showcases a magnificent palace in the German Renaissance style. Built at the foot of the mountains between 1873 and 1914 by Carol I, the first Romanian king, the palace is considered one of the most beautiful of its kind in Europe.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Brasov Historical Center, Piazza Sfatului, Brasov Romania
Next is the town of Brasov, previously known as Kronstadt. Its well-kept historical center filled with centuries-old homes connected by small streets paved with cobblestone retains its German medieval charm. Your walking tour of this lovely town starts from the main square, which features the Gothic Black Church (BisericaNeagră – inside visit), old City Hall, watch towers, walls around the former citadel, and the narrowest street in Europe.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle), Str. General Traian Mosoiu nr. 24, Bran 507025 Romania
Final stop at Bran Castle, commonly known as Dracula’s Castle (inside visit). The imposing construction, originally built as a fortress at the former border between Wallachia and Transylvania, looks out over a valley from its strategic position. The function of this medieval landmark is evident through its grandiose towers as well as its winding narrow staircases and passages. The Gothic appearance adds to the allure while you learn about its infamous ruler, Vlad the Impaler, and its legendary vampire.
Conclude your tour with return transport to your hotel in Bucharest.
Duration: 2 hours
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Not recommended for pregnant travelers"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"Youth must be accompanied by an adult"
"Between 16 of April 2023 and 30 of September 2023 Peles Castle is closed on Monday and on Tuesdays from 30th September, 2023 - April 30, 2024. You will spend more time at Bran Castle & Brasov"
"Upon booking you have to select a meeting point and if you do not select a meeting point, a random one will be allocated for your booking."
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Children under 11 y.o. cannot attend shared tours"
"Minimum age of the participant is 11 years old"
"No heart problems or other medical conditions such as car sickness."
"Your guide will assist you with purchasing the entrance tickets (50 RON for Peles castle, standard ground floor exhibition, 70 RON for Bran Castle)"
"Not allowed for pregnant travelers"
"Free carry on (40x30x20cm) or trolley bag (55x40x23cm) on board with weight up to 5kg per guest/person. Suitcases over 5kg are extra charged with 20 euros per suitcase. Company or staff involved in the activity are not responsible for any of the guests belongings"
"No refunds will be approved for late arrivals or failing to meet at the designated meeting point and departure time."
"For the English Group (48ppl) we cannot provide pick-up at the Hilton Garden Inn Old Town due to street limit on weight for coaches. Read Pick-up details section for more information"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 48 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Start Time:
07:30 AM
Duration: 12 Hours
Start location: Traveler pickup is offered
We pick up from provided list of meeting points that are situated in the central area of Bucharest. Upon booking you have to select a meeting point and provide a valid phone number with functional WhatsApp. Assigned guide for your booking will message via Whatsapp one day before with details regarding his name and minivan/van/coach.
English Group (48ppl): Pick-up service from meeting points starts 7:10 am
English Small Group (18ppl): Pick-up service from meeting points starts 7:30 am
English Mini Group (8ppl): Pick-up service from meeting points starts 7:30 am
Important information: If you fail to select a meeting point before cancellation policy enters into effect, one will be automatically assigned for your booking.
You have to be at the meeting point at the designated hours detailed above.
No waiting time is assigned at the pick-up.
For the English Group (48ppl) we cannot provide pick-up at the Hilton Garden Inn Old Town due to street limit on weight for coaches. For the small groups we can still provide pick-up at that location.
Cancellations and refunds:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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