From Bucharest: Dracula's Castle, Peles Castle and Brasov Old Town Full Day Tour

Overview

Take a day trip to visit the most famous castles in Romania. First, visit Peles Castle, one of the most beautiful in Europe, and then visit Dracula's Castle (Bran Castle). Enjoy free time in Brasov Old town a typical transylvanian city.

Itinerary

1. Peleș Castle

   In the morning meet the guide in Bucharest. Leave the city on the route to Sinaia. Visit the Peles Castle, former summer residence of the kings of Romania. The Peles Castle is 44 kilometers away from Brasov in Sinaia, a well-known mountain resort as well. Nowadays the Castle is one of the most important museums in Transylvania where one can admire furniture and ornamental objects, carpets, tapestry, sculptures, paintings, and a weaponry collections from the 15th up to the 19th century.

   · 2 h· Admission not included

2. Château de Bran

   Bran castle. Also called Dracula`s Castle, it is situated not far from Brasov (25 kilometers) at the entrance in the Bran – Rucar passage. The first documentation about Bran Castle appeared in 1377. Throughout history, the Castle had a strategic mission of acting as a border between Transylvania and Wallachia. First it was under the rule of the King of Hungary Sigismund of Luxemburg, then under the Romanian voievodes Mircea cel Batran and Vlad Tepes and later on it came under the jurisdiction of the City of Brasov. In 1912 it was donated by the municipality of Brasov to the Romanian royal family and so it became their residence.

   · 3 h· Admission not included

3. Brasov Historical Center

   Enjoy free time in Brasov and admire the town's houses built in the Renaissance, Baroque, Provincial and neo-Classic style. Explore the medieval fortress of Brasov, formerly one of Europe's most secure fortresses. See the preserved old wall, the Black and White Towers and the Weaver's Bastion. Also, learn about Catherine's Gate, situated near the Schei Gate in the western part of the fortress and its 4 little towers symbolizing the medieval right of life and death over the vassal's lives.

   · 1 h

How to use your ticket

For a better experience please bring exactly 10 euro or 50 Lei in cash per person (adult, student, seniors or childrens) for the Optional Package that includes: - Guided Tour at Peles Castle (ground floor) - Orientation Tour Brasov Old Town - Boarding starting with first seats - Package price is Standard • After aquiring the package, the tourguide can assist you with the purchase of tickets: *Peles Castle – 30 euro/adults and 15 euro/students (included: standard ticket + refundable if not used + local taxes(Vat, processing fee, etc). Cash only - Euro or Lei *Bran Castle - online tickets or self-service vendors • 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. • There is no allocated waiting time at the departure points, so punctuality is crucial. • Peles Castle will be closed for maintenance from 3rd November to 2nd December.

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What to know before you go

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Children under 7-year-old cannot attend shared tours. Please contact the local partner for a private tour offer
• The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
• Peles Castle is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays all year round and on 20th April. If your tour is booked within this time period when is closed you will see Peles Castle from the outside

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