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Dracula Castle, Peles Castle and Brasov Day Trip from Bucharest
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Duration 12 hours
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- Full-day tour to Transylvania from Bucharest
- Get spooked on a tour of Gothic Bran Castle, also known as Dracula's Castle
- Visit the former royal residence at Peles Castle, considered one of the most beautiful of its kind in Europe
Meeting point
Taxi station main avenue next to the Grand Hotel Bucharest. Look for a coach with One Excellence Tours sign Be ready at the meeting point 30 minutes before departure time. The tour will not wait for latecomers. Check in process starts at 6:30 am.
Departure time07:00 AM
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Included
- Professional Tour Guide during the bus ride
- Departure from centrally located Meeting Point
- Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
- Free time at Peles Castle, Dracula's Castle and Brasov Historical Center
- Free time to visit and explore the castles on your own
Excluded
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Castles entrance fees (cash only)
Important information
- Youth must be accompanied by an adult
- Not wheelchair accessible
- This is a coach tour
Itinerary 12 hours
This is a typical itinerary for this product.
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Statia Taxi Universitate, Bucharest
Meet with your guide at Statia Taxi Universitate at Bulevard Nicolae Balcescu no 4 and set out for your Transylvania trip.
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Peles Castle, Sinaia, Prahova County, Southern Romania
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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Brasov Historical Center, Brasov, Brasov County, Central Romania, Transylvania
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 (Biserica Neagră – inside visit), old City Hall, watch towers, walls around the former citadel, and the narrowest street in Europe.
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Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle), Bran, Brasov County, Central Romania, Transylvania
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.
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Bucharest
Return trip to Bucharest
Verified customer reviews
This tour was an incredible experience that packed so much history and beauty into a short amount of time. We managed to visit three major highlights: Bran Castle, the city of Brașov, and Peleș Castle, which is a testament to the excellent organization of the tour company. Despite the heavy traffic, the logistics were handled perfectly, maximizing our sightseeing time. The real star of the show, however, was our guide, Gabriel. Gabriel was not only incredibly knowledgeable, explaining many fascinating details about the history and culture of the places we visited, but he was also a master of efficiency. His brilliant organization skills shone when he suggested and facilitated a trip by train from Brașov to Peleș Castle, saving us precious time that would have been lost in a bus stuck in traffic. Crucially, he did this without charging any extra fees - a true sign of his commitment to the customer experience. Furthermore, Gabriel's wonderful sense of humor kept everyone engaged and lightened the mood throughout the journey. He made the travel time fly by! In short, this tour is a must-do, and Gabriel is an exceptional guide. His boss should definitely give him a raise - he deserves it!
# 1 asset was Stefan: his professionalism and willingness to assist each one visitor inorder to enhance their experience were really great. City of Brasov and Peles Castle were wonderful visits. On the other hand, Bran isn't worthy the visit. Traffic, especially on our Sunday evening return, is also another burdening factor for the whole experience.