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Bucharest: Transylvania and Dracula's Castle 2-Day Tour

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Bucharest: Transylvania and Dracula's Castle 2-Day Tour

Activity provider:TransVision Bucharest
3.9  / 5
8 reviews
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Discover the landscape that inspired Dracula on a private 2-day tour of Transylvania from Bucharest, and visit the historic castles where Vlad the Impaler once lived. Go to the historic city of Sibiu, marvel at the Monastery of Curtea de Arges, and more.

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Duration 2 days
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Pickup included
Pick-up from your hotel in Bucharest at 08:30
Small group
Limited to 8 participants

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Highlights
  • Discover the birthplace and castle of Vlad the Impaler, inspiration for Count Dracula
  • Explore the well preserved citadel of Sighisoara and see 16th-century Saxon houses
  • Cross the Carpathian Mountains of Transylvania
  • Visit Peles Castle, considered one of the most beautiful in the world
  • Drive the picturesque roads of the Prahova Valley
  • Taste the wines of a royal wine supplier
  • Marvel at the décor of ebony, walnut and mother of pearl at Peles Castle
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Follow in the footsteps of the Count Dracula legend on a 2-day tour to Peles Castle and Bran Castle in the Transylvanian mountains. Wander the ornate rooms and gardens of former royal residences, and see Saxon houses that date back to the 16th century. The scenic drive takes you high up into the Carpathian Mountains where time has stood still at enchanting villages, and where Romanians head in the winter to ski at the mountain resort of Sinaia. Day 1: Bucharest - Sighisoara Following a pick-up from your hotel in Bucharest (or from Revolution Square at 09:00), cross the Carpathian Mountains en route to Sibiu, stopping at the Monastery of Curtea de Arges to explore the complex founded by Prince Neagoe Basarab in 1514-1517. During the summer (1 June - 15 September), the route to Sibiu takes the unique Transfagarasan Road across the Carpathians, climbing to an altitude of 2,000 meters at its highest point. Upon arrival in Sibiu, enjoy a quick tour of the medieval city center. Then, drive to Sighisoara on the picturesque Tarnava Mare River. Marvel at the beautifully preserved citadel, and wander the enclosed walls and cobblestone streets of the Old Town. See Saxon houses that date back to the 16th century, and the 9 surviving towers, including the iconic Clock Tower. From the balcony of this former main gate to the city, enjoy beautiful views across the town and countryside. Immerse yourself in the medieval atmosphere at sights such as the former Church of the Dominican Monastery, where valuable relics include a fresco of the Saint Trinity, a carved altarpiece, and Oriental carpets. Day 2: Sighisoara - Brasov - Bran - Bucharest Today you will drive to Brasov to discover where Vlad the Impaler led his raids against the German Saxons. Explore the medieval city center on a tour of the Black Church, Town Hall, Black Tower, and Ecaterina Gate. Then, continue to “Dracula’s Castle,” located between the Bucegi and Piatra Craiului Mountains. More commonly known as “Bran Castle,” the important monument depends on the legend of Count Dracula for its reputation, but is also acclaimed for its beauty. Learn the history of the castle, from the 14th century to the day in December 1920 when the castle was donated to Queen Marie of Great Romania. Admire the fountains, lakes, and halt terraces of the former royal summer residence, and see the "Tea House" of Queen Marie. Continue to the beautiful mountain resort of Sinaia, known as "The Pearl of the Carpathians." Here, you will visit Peles Castle, one of Romania's most exquisite palaces. Learn about the Romanian kings that used the castle as their summer residence as you admire its intricate façades and see wooden towers that reach for the sky. Discover the fountains and statues built by Viennese architects in the grounds, and imagine the balls, concerts, literary events, and theatrical performances of Romanian high society in days gone by. Wander the opulent interiors to find ebony, walnut and mother of pearl. Go to the terraces and grand outhouses of the castle complex, such as Pelisor Castle and Sinaia Monastery. Venture inside the Monastery, built by the "Spatar" (a high ranking noble of the Valahian Kingdom), Mihai Cantacuzino following his pilgrimage to Mount Sinai. The monastery contains religious icons and rare books, as well as an exhibition of pottery and porcelain that dates from the 16th to the 19th centuries. There will be time to visit the 19th-century wine cellars from Azuga, built by the Rhein family, official suppliers to the Royal Court. Purchase some authentic still wines and sparkling wines of Romania, before transferring back to Bucharest in the evening.
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  • Guide
  • 1 night's accommodation at a 3-star guest house in Sighisoara
  • City tour
  • Small group tour with a maximum of 5 persons
  • Transport in a regularly disinfected, 8-seat minivan
  • Audio device to hear your live guide even at a distance
  • Entrance fees to attractions
  • Meals (except breakfast)
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3.9 /5

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  • Transportation
    5/5
  • Service
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All the sites were very beautiful and very much worth the visit. Be aware though that the itinerary is not completely as described. The time was not allocated well (and traffic made it worse). We missed visiting the upper floor of Peles Castle as well as the Sinaia Monastery and the Azuga winery. The Transfagarasan Highway was also skipped.

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September 3, 2019

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Loved seeing the beautiful countryside and other Romanian sites. Enjoyed the personal touch of the guided tour, but the drive was long and a little scary. The hotel we stayed in overnight was too hot to sleep. Our guide could have given us a little more information about what to expect and how long it would take to get from one stop to another, but otherwise, it was a very enjoyable experience.

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August 4, 2018

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Our guide, Vali, spoke excellent English and was a great driver. He gave us a lot of information about life in Romania in the last 35 years. When we reached Sibiu, Sighisoara, Brasov, Bran and Sinaia our guide knew where to park to minimize walking. The 2 of us plus our guide were in a 5 person van. I loved the Transfagarasan Road. I've never been on a road with 10 avalanche sheds before. If you have any motion sickness or fear of height you might want to ask for an alternative route. They use various hotels in Sighisoara. You should check your big suitcase in your Bucharest hotel and bring only what you need overnight, as we did, because you cannot assume there will be an elevator. Our hotel,Hotel Rex, had no elevator so we had to walk up 4 flights of stairs. The window barely opened so at the end of August we were very hot. Breakfast began at 8AM but the coffee pot was broken so it took 30 minutes to get coffee. It was all part of the adventure.

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