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From Bucharest: Dracula Castle, Peles & Brasov Full-Day Trip

4.8  / 55732 reviews
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Day trip
From Bucharest: Dracula Castle, Peles & Brasov Full-Day Trip
4.8  / 55732 reviews

Be swept away by the magnificence of Transylvania on this day trip from Bucharest. Enjoy a guided tour of the medieval town of Brasov, Peles Castle, and Bran Castle, nicknamed Dracula’s Castle.

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Duration 12 hours
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Highlighted reviews from other travelers

V
Vasiliki – Greece

The day was full of interesting information and laughter with good new friends, thanks to our amazing guide Emmanuel !

V
Vasiliki – Greece
M
Mattia – Belgium

the drivers and guide have no right anymore to Contact the client and so they have a lot of problems to organize the busses exoecially during high frequency days. that's a problem of the get your guides and not of the organizers!

M
Mattia – Belgium

Experience

Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    Starting location:

    Statie Taxi Universitate

  • Bus/coach

    (1.5 hours)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Peleș Castle

    Guided tour, Free time

    Extra fee

  • Bus/coach

    (1 hour)

    Brasov

    Free time

    Optional, Extra fee

  • Bus/coach

    (30 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Bran Castle

    Guided tour, Free time

    Extra fee

  • Bus/coach

    (2.25 hours)

  • Arrive back at:

    Statie Taxi Universitate

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Enjoy a full-day tour to Transylvania from Bucharest
  • Get spooked on a tour of Gothic Bran Castle, also known as Dracula's Castle
  • Visit the former royal residence at Peles Castle, considered one of the most beautiful of its kind in Europe
  • Spend free time at the medieval Saxon town of Brasov

Full description

Escape the bustle of Bucharest and spend a day immersing yourself in the landscapes and landmarks of Transylvania. Encounter the historic castles, rich scenery, and evocative atmosphere of this unique region. Enjoy a pickup from nearby meeting points, and guided tours of these fascinating monuments. Start your day trip with a visit to Peles Castle, set in the scenic mountain resort of Sinaia, known as the Pearl of the Carpathians. Tour the Romanian royal family’s former summer residence, which showcases a magnificent palace in the German Renaissance style. Next, enjoy free time for lunch in the town of Brasov. Start exploring this fascinating Transylvanian town from its main square, and stroll around its well-kept historical center as you see sights like the Gothic Black Church, old City Hall, and the narrowest street in Europe. Encounter Bran Castle for your final tour stop, also commonly known as Dracula’s Castle. Take a walk inside its grandiose towers and down its winding narrow staircases and passages, and learn about the infamous Vlad the Impaler.

Includes

  • Professional tour guide
  • Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
  • Walking tour in Brasov
  • Free time at Peles Castle, Dracula's Castle, and Brasov historical city center
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch
  • Photo fees
  • Castles entrance fees (cash only)

Not suitable for

  • Children under 11 years
  • Pregnant women
  • People with mobility impairments
  • Wheelchair users
  • Visually impaired people
  • People with pre-existing medical conditions
  • Hearing-impaired people

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Participants

Date

Meeting point

Please be ready at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure time. The tour will not wait for latecomers. Check in process starts at 7:00 am

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Sunglasses
  • Sun hat

Not allowed

  • Pets
  • Oversize luggage
  • Luggage or large bags
  • Unaccompanied minors
  • Food and drinks in the vehicle

Know before you go

  • Peles Castle is closed on Mondays year-round and on Tuesdays from 1 August , 2024, to 1st May 2025. Subject to change due to castle policy. If your tour is booked within this period you will see Peles Castle from the outside. You will spend more time at Bran Castle and Brasov.
  • Please arrive 15 minutes before the departure time as there is no possilibility to join the tour at a later moment.
  • No luggage or large bags allowed. Only a small handbag or small backpack allowed onboard the coach. Company or staff involved in the activity are not responsible for any of the guests belongings
  • In the event of heavy traffic on the roads or force majeure situations tour can take more than 12 hours
  • Please have cash for the visits of the castles if you want to get inside with our tour guide otherwise you will have to visit the castles by yourselves

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.8 /5

based on 5732 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.9/5
  • Transportation
    4.7/5
  • Value for money
    4.7/5

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Vasiliki – GreeceJanuary 7, 2025  – Verified booking
The day was full of interesting information and laughter with good new friends, thanks to our amazing guide Emmanuel !
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Mattia – BelgiumJanuary 6, 2025  – Verified booking
the drivers and guide have no right anymore to Contact the client and so they have a lot of problems to organize the busses exoecially during high frequency days. that's a problem of the get your guides and not of the organizers!
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Aleksandra – SloveniaJanuary 3, 2025  – Verified booking
It was a great trip and our guide Lucian gave us wonderful tours.
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Product ID: 151028

Activity provider:One Excellence Tours

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