Dracula's Castle & Peles Castle Day Trip from Bucharest
Day Trip Details
After being picked up from your hotel in Bucharest or chosen meeting point in Bucharest, we'll head north through the mythical forests of Transylvania.
Our first stop takes place in Sinaia, a mountainous region of Wallachia, where we'll visit the imposing Peles castle. Its palatial halls were used by the Romanian royal family as their summer residence, and we'll tour the wide halls, beautifully decorated according to taste at the end of the 19th century, when King Carol I began its construction.
We'll then head to the historic city of Brașov, where we'll take a walking tour around its picturesque old quarter. After our guided tour, you'll have 1 hour of free time to have lunch in this beautiful city.
Once you've had lunch, we'll head over to Bran's Castle. Once we arrive, we'll tell you its history and let you explore the castle at your own pace. Inside, you'll learn about one of Romania's most famous characters, Vlad "The Impaler", a sinister character from the 15th century. This figure inspired the famous Bram Stoker novel, "Dracula". As you explore the corridors, you'll gain a deeper understanding of how the myth developed, as well as how this character became an icon of popular culture and a symbol of Transylvania.
After exploring Bran's Castle, we'll meet back up before starting our return journey back to Bucharest and admire the delightful scenic views from the vehicle.
Pickup Time & Schedule
The tour includes pickup from the main hotels and hostels in Bucharest at the indicated time, which may vary depending on several reasons. If your hotel is not in the pickup area, select the closest available location, and we'll provide you with a meeting point to pick you up from.
Itinerary Changes
Please keep in mind that Peles Castle is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays year-round. If you do your tour on a Monday or Tuesday, instead of visiting the inside, we'll see Peles Castle from the outside and, as an added plus, we'll visit an exhibition on medieval torture instruments in Bran.
The itinerary is subject to change depending on traffic and seasonal events like holidays. If visiting during peak season, expect long lines and wait times.
More Information
Duration
12 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
Pickup and drop off at hotel or meeting point
Car or minibus transport
English–speaking guide
Not included
Lunch
Tickets to Peles Castle: 50 RON (US$ 10.45) per person
Tickets to Bran Castle: 70 RON (US$ 14.64) per person
When to book?
You can book up to the tour start time subject to availability. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- Printed material is avoided.
- No single-use plastics are used.
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
Provider
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Gray Line Romania
Corporate name: SC Delir Inc SRL
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Does the bus have a bathroom?
A - No, but we do make bathroom stops during the journey.
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Q - Is there anything to keep in mind on this tour?
A - Please keep in mind that this tour condenses many monuments into a short time, so the pace will be quite fast.
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Q - Is Dracula (Bran) Castle worth visiting?
A - Absolutely! The castle is well worth visiting, even if just for the views from the top of the castle.
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Q - How to visit Dracula's castle from Bucharest?
A - You can visit the castle in a car or on public transport. However, the easiest way to visit the castle is on a guided tour with Civitatis, which includes a tour guide.
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
