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PRIVATE Trip to Dracula's Castle and Peles Castle from Bucharest

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Overview

Go castle hopping in Romania on this full-day private tour from Bucharest. Visit the famed Peles Castle, erstwhile home to many Romanian kings, nestled in the Transylvanian forest, and then explore Bran Castle, also known as 'Dracula's Castle,' a medieval gothic structure that is both imposing and fairy tale-like. Learn about the history of both fortresses and hear the gruesome tales of Vlad the Impaler. Before heading back to Bucharest, stop by the lovely town of Brasov.

What's Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Private tour
  • Transport by air-conditioned car/minivan
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance fees at the Castles (30 RON Peles Castle + 40 RON Bran Castle)
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pickup details

We will pick you/drop off from any hotel or indicated address in Bucharest.

What To Expect

Peles Castle

Peles Castle, former summer residence of the kings of Romania, in Sinaia, a well-known mountain resort. Nowadays the Castle is one of the most important museums in Transylvania where one can admire furniture and ornamental objects, carpets, tapestry, sculptures, paintings, collections of weapons from the 15th to the 19th centuries.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle)

Bran and the famous Bran castle, also popularly known as 'Dracula`s Castle,' The gothic fortress, located 15 miles (25 kilometers) from Brasov, grew in fame thanks to novel written in 1897 by Bram Stoker which was later on adapted into a feature film by Francis Ford Coppola. The first documents about Bran Castle appeared in 1377. Throughout history, the Castle had a strategic mission as the border between Transylvania and Wallachia. First it was under the reign of the King of Hungary, Sigismund of Luxemburg, and after that 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, in order to become their residence.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Brasov Historical Center

After strolling around the imposing Bran Castle, make the short drive to the charming city of Brasov. Stroll the streets of this 16th-century city, learning about the history of the place. Take note of the medieval fortress in town, one of the most fortified in all of Europe. See the old city walls, the Black and White Towers and many other centuries-old structures. 
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Trip2Ro (Pass By)

The tour concludes when you return to Bucharest with a drop-off at your chosen location.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • On Monday Peles Castle will be seen only from the outside

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the PRIVATE Trip to Dracula’s Castle and Peles Castle from Bucharest?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the PRIVATE Trip to Dracula’s Castle and Peles Castle from Bucharest?
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This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.
  • Private tour.
  • Transport by air-conditioned car/minivan.
  • Driver/guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Lunch.
  • Gratuities.
  • Entrance fees at the Castles (30 RON Peles Castle + 40 RON Bran Castle).
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the PRIVATE Trip to Dracula's Castle and Peles Castle from Bucharest is as follows:

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for PRIVATE Trip to Dracula's Castle and Peles Castle from Bucharest will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Private tour
  • Transport by air-conditioned car/minivan
  • Driver/guide
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance fees at the Castles (30 RON Peles Castle + 40 RON Bran Castle)

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • On Monday Peles Castle will be seen only from the outside

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