Transylvania and Dracula Castle Full Day Tour from Bucharest

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(1,575 reviews)
Bucharest, Romania

14 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 2 more

See Romania’s most iconic trio in one day: Peles Castle, Bran Castle, and the old town of Brasov, on a carefully planned day trip from Bucharest. Our well-prepared and passionate tour leader accompanies the group, keeps the schedule running smoothly, and shares practical context along the way, while you still enjoy independent exploration at each stop.

Expect around 1.5 hours of free time in each location, designed to give you a meaningful visit while keeping the overall day within a typical 12 to 14-hour timeframe. Since traffic and local conditions can vary, timings may be adjusted to help ensure a reasonable return to Bucharest.

What's Included

Pick-up from central meeting point location
Free time to visit and explore the castles on your own
Brief stop in Brașov’s Old Town with free time
Services of a professional tour escort, offering commentary and assistance
Exterior commentary and photo stops at Peleș Castle and Bran Castle
Round-trip transportation in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle
Optional entrance tickets to Peleș Castle and Bran Castle (subject to availability)
Gratuities and any personal expenses

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We meet at University Square next to the "Universitate" bus stop. Look for a Gray Line sign, and our representative will meet and greet you. Please arrive at the meeting point at least 5 minutes before departure and stay in the meeting area until the group is complete.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 14 hours (approximately)
  • Bucharest (Pass by)

    The activity will start in downtown Bucharest.

    Admission ticket free
  • Triumph Arch (Arcul de Triumf) (Pass by)

    a reminder of the Romanian Army’s victory in the First World War and the Great Union of 1918 - one of the most important events in Romania’s history

    Admission ticket free
  • House of the Free Press (Pass by)

    a reminiscent of the communist regime that used to be the tallest building in Bucharest till 2007

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    Peles Castle

    Visit the stunning Peles Castle in Sinaia “the Pearl of the Carpathians"

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Brasov Historical Center

    Walking tour in the historical centre of the medieval city of Brasov: The Black Church, The Council Square, The Rope Street, The Old Walls of the fortress

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Piaka Sfatului

    considered one of the most beautiful main squares in Romania. It is a fully pedestrian area with stunning buildings around and restaurants to suit any taste. You will have some free time here to take lunch and enjoy the medieval ambience

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle)

    explore the legendary castle of Count Dracula and find out the legend and truth behind the character

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • Black Church (Biserica Neagra) (Pass by)

    the most representative edifice of Brasov and one of the greatest Gothic style monument in Romania (outside visit only)

    Admission ticket free
  • Bucharest (Pass by)

    We will end our activity in downtown Bucharest.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Entrance tickets are not included, so we recommend purchasing them in advance as they sell out quickly. For Peles, choose one of the following time slots (Wed: 10:00–12:45; Thu–Sun: 09:15–11:00 or 11:00–12:45). For Bran, choose 15:00.
  • Peles Castle is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays and can only be visited from the outside on these days.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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