What is the cancellation policy for this tour?

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

How long does this tour take?

This tour lasts approximately 12 hours.

Bucharest to Dracula Castle, Peles Castle and Brasov Guided Tour

Q: Where does this tour start?

This tour starts at: 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.

Overview

Travel to discover the sights and treasures of Transylvania. Reach Sinaia to enter the realm of a fairy tale on a tour of splendid Peles Castle, founded by the former Romanian kings and used as royal residence. Enter the Gothic chambers of Bran Castle, also known as ‘Dracula’s Castle’ thanks to its ties to Vlad the Impaler. Finally, reach one of Transylvania’s founding and most well-preserved medieval towns on a walking tour of Brasov.

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What's Included

✓ Included

Free time at Peles Castle, Dracula's Castle and Brasov Historical Center
Audio commentary available in 14 languages via audio guides on your smartphone
Tour director onboard
Departure from provided centrally located Meeting Point
Transport by air-conditioned coach

✗ Not Included

Gratuities
Lunch
Optional entrance tickets to Peleș Castle and Bran Castle (subject to availability)
Waiting time at the locations
headsets for your smartphone

Itinerary

1

Stop 1

Meet with your guide and set out for your Transylvania trip.

2

Stop 2

Start your day trip with Peles Castle (inside visit), set in the scenic mountain resort of Sinaia, also called the Pearl of the Carpathians. Tour the Romanian royal family’s former summer residence, which showcases a magnificent palace in the German Renaissance style. Built at the foot of the mountains between 1873 and 1914 by Carol I, the first Romanian king, the palace is considered one of the most beautiful of its kind in Europe.

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Stop 3

Next is the town of Brasov, previously known as Kronstadt. Its well-kept historical center filled with centuries-old homes connected by small streets paved with cobblestone retains its German medieval charm. Your walking tour of this lovely town starts from the main square, which features the Gothic Black Church (BisericaNeagră – inside visit), old City Hall, watch towers, walls around the former citadel, and the narrowest street in Europe.

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Stop 4

Final stop at Bran Castle, commonly known as Dracula’s Castle (inside visit). The imposing construction, originally built as a fortress at the former border between Wallachia and Transylvania, looks out over a valley from its strategic position. The function of this medieval landmark is evident through its grandiose towers as well as its winding narrow staircases and passages. The Gothic appearance adds to the allure while you learn about its infamous ruler, Vlad the Impaler, and its legendary vampire. Conclude your tour with return transport to your hotel in Bucharest.

Meeting & End Point

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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

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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

Good to Know

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Youth must be accompanied by an adult
On Monday and Tuesday Peles and Pelisor Castles are closed all year round and can be seen from outside. On high demands days you can visit optional Pelisor Castle. Peles is also closed on following dates: 12 of April
Not wheelchair accessible
Children under 7 y.o. cannot attend this tour
Minimum age of the participant is 7 years old
No heart problems or other medical conditions such as car sickness.
Not allowed for pregnant travelers
No luggage or large bags allowed. One small handbag or small backpack per person allowed onboard the coach.Company or staff involved in the activity are not responsible for any of the guests belongings
Not allowed to join the tour under influence of alcohol or drugs
Not allowed with Food and drinks in the vehicle
The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
You must have cash in Eur or Ron
The order of the itinerary depends on the season, weather, and opening hours. Unforseen events (weather, special events, traffic, etc) may result in a visit only on outside of one castle. Delays in arrival time to Bucharest may occur also due to these uncontrollable factors.
Due to the strictly dynamic nature of mountain transit, arrival windows are managed exclusively in real-time to ensure operational synchronization.
Company reserves the right to refuse service or disembark any passenger for conduct deemed inappropriate, without entitlement to a refund.
For AudioGuide you will need to have your own smartphone, headset and internet.
Our coaches are not equipped with accessibility features such as wheelchair ramps, lifts, or medical assistance equipment. Passengers must be able to independently board and exit the vehicle and navigate uneven terrain at castle sites.

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Special Instructions

Arrive at the meeting point 30 minutes before departure time for check in process.
• You can purchase the tickets (optional) during the trip. Subject to availability. Price upon request during the tour and contains additional charge.
• The Optionals are not mandatory to join the tour
* There is no allocated waiting time at the departure points, so punctuality is crucial.
* We recommend to bring 50-70 euro or the equivalent in lei in cash