Bucharest to Dracula Castle, Peles Castle and Brasov Guided Day Trip
by One Excellence Tours
Choose from 5 available options
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€58Overview
This full-day bus tour from Bucharest covers key historical sites in Transylvania. The journey begins with a visit to Peles Castle in Sinaia, a former Romanian royal residence built between 1873 and 1914 in German Renaissance style. Visitors have about two hours to explore the castle's interiors and grounds. Next, the tour continues to the medieval town of Brasov, where a one-hour guided walking tour starts from the main square. This includes stops at the Gothic Black Church, old City Hall, watch towers, ancient city walls, and the narrowest street in Europe. The final stop is Bran Castle, also known as Dracula’s Castle. This medieval fortress, situated on a strategic hill overlooking a valley, is famous for its association with Vlad the Impaler. Visitors spend two hours inside the Gothic-style castle exploring its towers, staircases, and passages while learning about its history and legends. The tour includes transport on an air-conditioned coach and audio commentary available in 14 languages via smartphone. The day concludes with a return trip to Bucharest.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Departure from Bucharest
Passengers meet the guide and depart from the central meeting point to begin the trip to Transylvania.
1 min
Peles Castle
Visit Peles Castle in Sinaia with an inside tour. This former summer residence of the Romanian royal family was built between 1873 and 1914 in German Renaissance style. It stands at the foot of the Carpathian Mountains and is considered one of Europe's notable palaces. Visitors spend about two hours exploring the castle and its surroundings.
120 min
Brasov Historical Center
Arrive in Brasov, formerly called Kronstadt, for a one-hour walking tour of the historical center. The area retains German medieval character with cobblestone streets and old houses. Highlights include the Gothic Black Church, old City Hall, watch towers, the old citadel walls, and the narrowest street in Europe.
60 min
Bran Castle
The final stop is Bran Castle, known as Dracula’s Castle, located on a hill overlooking a valley. Originally a fortress on the border between Wallachia and Transylvania, the castle features grand towers, narrow staircases, and winding passages. Visitors have two hours to tour the inside and learn about Vlad the Impaler and the castle’s legendary vampire associations. After the visit, the coach returns to Bucharest.
120 min
Meeting point
Taxi station located on the main avenue next to the Grand Hotel Bucharest. Look for a coach with One Excellence Tours sign. Arrive 30 minutes before departure time
End point
Taxi station located on the main avenue next to the Grand Hotel Bucharest. Look for a coach with One Excellence Tours sign. Arrive 30 minutes before departure time
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Bucharest to Dracula Castle, Peles Castle and Brasov Guided Day Trip
by One Excellence Tours
Choose from 5 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€58Overview
This full-day bus tour from Bucharest covers key historical sites in Transylvania. The journey begins with a visit to Peles Castle in Sinaia, a former Romanian royal residence built between 1873 and 1914 in German Renaissance style. Visitors have about two hours to explore the castle's interiors and grounds. Next, the tour continues to the medieval town of Brasov, where a one-hour guided walking tour starts from the main square. This includes stops at the Gothic Black Church, old City Hall, watch towers, ancient city walls, and the narrowest street in Europe. The final stop is Bran Castle, also known as Dracula’s Castle. This medieval fortress, situated on a strategic hill overlooking a valley, is famous for its association with Vlad the Impaler. Visitors spend two hours inside the Gothic-style castle exploring its towers, staircases, and passages while learning about its history and legends. The tour includes transport on an air-conditioned coach and audio commentary available in 14 languages via smartphone. The day concludes with a return trip to Bucharest.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Departure from Bucharest
Passengers meet the guide and depart from the central meeting point to begin the trip to Transylvania.
1 min
Peles Castle
Visit Peles Castle in Sinaia with an inside tour. This former summer residence of the Romanian royal family was built between 1873 and 1914 in German Renaissance style. It stands at the foot of the Carpathian Mountains and is considered one of Europe's notable palaces. Visitors spend about two hours exploring the castle and its surroundings.
120 min
Brasov Historical Center
Arrive in Brasov, formerly called Kronstadt, for a one-hour walking tour of the historical center. The area retains German medieval character with cobblestone streets and old houses. Highlights include the Gothic Black Church, old City Hall, watch towers, the old citadel walls, and the narrowest street in Europe.
60 min
Bran Castle
The final stop is Bran Castle, known as Dracula’s Castle, located on a hill overlooking a valley. Originally a fortress on the border between Wallachia and Transylvania, the castle features grand towers, narrow staircases, and winding passages. Visitors have two hours to tour the inside and learn about Vlad the Impaler and the castle’s legendary vampire associations. After the visit, the coach returns to Bucharest.
120 min
Meeting point
Taxi station located on the main avenue next to the Grand Hotel Bucharest. Look for a coach with One Excellence Tours sign. Arrive 30 minutes before departure time
End point
Taxi station located on the main avenue next to the Grand Hotel Bucharest. Look for a coach with One Excellence Tours sign. Arrive 30 minutes before departure time
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.