Delve deep into the beautiful mountain landscapes of Transylvania and Wallachia on this full-day trip from Bucharest. Explore the mystical Bran, known as Dracula's Castle and the Peles palace-castle.
Day Trip Details
After being picked up from your hotel or chosen meeting point in Bucharest, we'll head north through the mythical forests of Transylvania.
Our first stop takes place in Sinaia, where you'll have free time to visit the imposing Peles Castle. Its palatial halls were used by the Romanian royal family as their summer residence. You'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. As we make our way there, we'll learn about this city and its main monuments. Upon arrival, you'll have 1.5 hours of free time to stroll the historic city center or grab lunch at any of the local restaurants nearby.
Once you've had lunch, we'll head over to Bran's Castle to 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 start 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.
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