Peles Castle, Bran - Dracula's Castle & Brasov - Day Tour from Bucharest
Peles Castle, Bran - Dracula's Castle & Brasov - Day Tour from Bucharest
This is your chance to discover what makes Transylvania one of the most famous, mysterious and breathtaking places you have ever been to. You will take a walk in the bohemian Peles Castle and learn about Romania's Royal family. At just 1 hour away, you will enter in a more mysterious place that inspired Dracula's myth and legend.In Brasov you will stroll around a beautiful Saxon town that is rich in history.
You can admire its architecture, walk through the narrowest street in Europe, go inside the gothic style Black Church that dates back to the 15th century or go up the watch towers that surround the town and take in the view. These are just a few of the things you will do in this charming place.
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Peles Castle
The tour starts from Bucharest and you will be travelling for 2 hours to get to the scenic town of Sinaia where Peles Castle is located. The castle is considered one of the most beautiful ones in Romania and Europe. Former residence of the Romanian royal family, the castle was built in an elegant Neo-Renaissance and Gothic revival style at the wish of King Carol I of Romania between 1873 and 1914. Peles Castle is one of the most important historic edifices in Romania. With unique character, a historical and artistic value, it definitely is an important monument of its kind in 19th century Europe. In 1883 Peles Castle was officially inaugurated serving as the summer residence of the royal family until 1948.
2 hoursBran Castle (Dracula's Castle)
You will continue the day, and in about one hour driving trought the Carpathian Mountains, will arrive at Bran Castle. Also called Dracula's Castle, surrounded by an aura of mystery and legend,owes its fame to its imposing towers and turrets as well as to the myth created around Bram Stocker's Dracula.Along the history, the Castle had a strategic mission being the border between Transylvania and Wallachia.
2 hoursBrasov Historical Center
Traces of the German colonists can be seen in the gothic, baroque and renaissance architecture, and together with the wealth of historical attractions, makes Brasov one of the most visited places in Romania.
1 hourBlack Church (Biserica Neagra)
After this full day we will head back to your accommodation in Bucharest.
30 minutesIncluded
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- WiFi on board
- Fuel surcharge
- Parking Fees
- Hotel / Hostel / Accommodation pickup and drop-off
Not Included
- Lunch
- Entrance fees
Good to Know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Infants must sit on laps
- Infant seats available
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour. Only your group will participate.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.