Recently Viewed
Transylvania Castles: Explore Dracula's and Peles Castles from Bucharest
4.6
214 Ratings
Bucharest
Embark on a private day trip from Bucharest to explore the legendary Transylvania castles of Dracula and Peles. Discover the enchanting Carpathian Mountains and the cities of Sinaia, Bran, and Brasov.
Embark on a private day trip from Bucharest to explore the legendary Transylvania castles of Dracula and Peles. Discover the enchanting Carpathian Mountains and the cities of Sinaia, Bran, and Brasov.
Duration:
12 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Bucharest - The tour guide will collect you from your hotel or accommodation in Bucharest.
- Peles Castle - Situated in Sinaia, 44 km from Brasov, Peles Castle is often regarded as one of the most stunning castles in Europe. Nestled against the natural backdrop of the Carpathian Mountains, it is a masterpiece of German Renaissance architecture….
- Bucharest - The tour guide will collect you from your hotel or accommodation in Bucharest.
- Peles Castle - Situated in Sinaia, 44 km from Brasov, Peles Castle is often regarded as one of the most stunning castles in Europe. Nestled against the natural backdrop of the Carpathian Mountains, it is a masterpiece of German Renaissance architecture.
- Bran Castle (Dracula’s Castle) - Also known as ‘Dracula’s Castle,’ Bran Castle is one of Romania’s most renowned landmarks. This medieval fortress dates back to the 14th century and is linked to the legend of Dracula, inspired by the life of Vlad Tepes/Vlad the Impaler (1431-1476). Vlad is celebrated by Romanians for his resistance against the Ottoman Empire and his strict enforcement of laws, often through impalement.
- Brasov Historical Center - Brasov Walking Tour: Surrounded by the Southern Carpathian Mountains and adorned with gothic, baroque, and renaissance architecture, Brasov boasts numerous historical attractions, making it one of Romania’s top destinations.
Tour highlights: Black Church, Citadel of Brasov, Ecaterina’s Gate, White Tower, Black Tower, Council Square, Palace of Justice.
- Piaka Sfatului - The central square of Brasov.
- Black Church (Biserica Neagra) - The largest Gothic church in Romania.
- Rope Street - Strada Sforii - The narrowest street in Romania.
- Catherine’s Gate - A former entrance to the Brasov fortress.
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- English-speaking licensed guide and driver
- Assistance during the entire tour
- Transportation by air-conditioned car/van
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- English-speaking licensed guide and driver
- Assistance during the entire tour
- Transportation by air-conditioned car/van
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Entrance & Photo fees
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Entrance & Photo fees
Additional Information
Embark on a private one-day excursion from Bucharest to explore the famed Dracula’s Castle and Peles Castle.
Supposedly, the infamous Count Dracula resided in a fortress in Transylvania. With its mystique and positioning high on a crag, Bran Castle gained renown due to the associations with Bram Stocker’s ‘Dracula’ and its imposing tower. Uncover the…
Embark on a private one-day excursion from Bucharest to explore the famed Dracula’s Castle and Peles Castle.
Supposedly, the infamous Count Dracula resided in a fortress in Transylvania. With its mystique and positioning high on a crag, Bran Castle gained renown due to the associations with Bram Stocker’s ‘Dracula’ and its imposing tower. Uncover the captivating mountainous area of the Carpathian Mountains along with the towns of Sinaia, Bran and Brasov.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- PLEASE NOTE!
- On the dates when Peles Castle is closed this site will be substituted for Pelisor Castle (if open on your travel date) or Rasnov Fortress, a fascinating medieval peasant citadel from the 14th century.
- Peles Castle is closed on the following dates:
- 27 Sep 2021 - 10 May 2022. Closed on Mondays & Tuesdays
- 11 May 2022 - Sep 2022. Closed on Mondays with below exceptions for the holidays:
- Orthodox Easter 2022
- 24 April - Peles Castle is Closed
- Travel safely with us!
- Traveling with us means that you are taking a 100% private tour! It will be only you and your family / friends.
- Our vehicles are thoroughly sanitized after each tour.
- You will have one person (guide/driver) guiding you in order to minimize risks. The health of our guides is verified daily and they all wear protection masks and gloves.
Location
Bucharest
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.6
(214 Ratings)
5 stars
4 stars
3 stars
2 stars
1 star
Mathias
Feb 26, 2025
10/10 - Christian and his friend picked me up at my hotel at 7:30 am and we started a 3 hour drive to Bran Castle. Felt safe and confortable the whole journey and both guys were very cool. After 1 hour we went to Brasov where I had lunch and stayed for another hour to get to know the city. Then our last stop was in Peles Castle (currently under restauration) for some photos. While coming back jn Bucarest, we passed through some atractions on the way and they explained some history. At 17:15 I was back to my hotel. Totally worth it, especially Bran Castle. I recommend this tour to anyone who wants a more private and confortable experience and do like to travel and visit on your own rhythm.
I was a solo traveler and booked the two mininum tickets. 100% in English.
Tip: have a quick lunch in Brasov so you have enough time to go to the white tower.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Gordon_s
Jan 18, 2025
Good day out. - We had an excellent trip with Cristian our guide. The journey was interesting with plenty to see.
The castle was lovely but a little underwhelming for the distance travelled.
Brasov was very pretty in the square with lots of restaurants.
Sadly we went on a Tuesday and together with Mondays Peles castle is shut. Something to bear in mind.
Overall a good trip as our guide was knowledgeable and helpful and spoke excellent English and the drive interesting.
Review provided by Viator
Vanessa_a
Dec 31, 2024
Our driver/guide was the... - Our driver/guide was the best! The drive was long but driver was knowledgeable and happy to share the history.
Review provided by Viator
Annika_s
Dec 29, 2024
Great day trip - Cristian was a great driver and knowledgeable guide. Very flexible with the schedule on my private tour. Great communication beforehand, as well. Highly recommend!
Review provided by Viator
Deebee5422
Dec 28, 2024
Tour Guide Improves Bran Castle Tour - The tour guide, Cristian, made the entire trip a complete joy. Not only was he punctual, but he had everything planned out and built in time for me to see/experience what I wanted even if it conflicted with the schedule. Additionally, he taught me a whole lot about Romania, its history, culture, and current state, that I can enlighten my family members when I return home. This man needs to be cloned and given a serious raise or stock in the company.
Review provided by Viator
James_d
Dec 14, 2024
Wonderful time in the Carpathian Mountains !!! - We visited two castles and the Brosov Christmas markets. The weather was perfect!
We would visit again
Review provided by Viator
C9314zqphilg
Nov 23, 2024
Great time! - Excellent tour. Claudio did a great job getting us to where we were going, making sure we got inside the attractions QUICKLY and recommending a fantastic place to have lunch.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Mateusz_s
Nov 22, 2024
Great trip to Bran Castle - Cristian was amazing and took great care of us. We loved every moment of the trip. It was very well organized and we learnt a lot about this beautiful country and its sights. Will definitely recommend this to anyone interested in discovering beautiful Romania.
Review provided by Viator
Letitia
Oct 25, 2024
Perfect trip! - Cristian was amazing. He changed up the trip to best suit our desires…we had a wonderful day visiting Vlad the Impaler’s tomb, Bran Castle, the Transfiguration Hwy (both sides!), and Vlad’s actual fortress!! We even saw foxes and a bear!!❤️
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Pcipriano93
Oct 23, 2024
Transylvania Castles and Day Trip a great snapshot into Romania - The trip to Bran Castle, Peles Castle and Brasov was a great way to experience the history and countryside of Romania. The Peles Castle is partially shrouded for construction which was disappointing but the interior is breathtaking woodwork, glassworks, etc. The Bran Castle has a few exhibits reflecting the Dracula story but is really a nice reflection of the history of this Castle. Brasov was delightful town with medieval buildings and an extensive pedestrian street with shops and restaurants outdoors despite the nippy October weather. Try the amazing dessert--papanosh (with sour cream and jam). My guide, Diana, was excellent--wiling to share history, reflections and cultural insights during the drive. Be prepared to spend a minimum of 12 hours. The windy mountain roads and heavy traffic make the drive quite long especially on the weekends but it is a great getaway. The advantage of having a guide is being able to not wait in lines for tickets and some tours.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
