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Dracula and Peles Castles Premium Tour with Hotel pick-up

65 Reviews 4.98 out of 5 stars Based on 65 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Bucharest, Romania

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12 to 14 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Instant confirmation

Overview

Explore the roots of Dracula's legend on a day tour and visit two of Transylvania's most famous castles on a semi private tour, with maximum 5 people. You will be picked up from your hotel between 07:00 and 08:00 am and the transportation will be made by minivan equipped with top of the range interior. On the way to our first stop your guide will make you an overview perspective about the places that will be visited and approach topics like Romania's Latin roots, Early Medieval times and the Muslim threat, Vlad the Impaler between myth and reality, Modern Romania and Hohenzollern Dynasty, Collapse of the Monarchy and the rise of communism. After visiting Bran Castle you will have a nice lunch in a traditional food restaurant and you will hear about the origins and influences of the Romanian cuisine. On the way back to Bucharest you can enjoy the car's DVD system and watch thematic movies about Peles Castle and communist times.

What's Included

  • Driver/guide
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Local guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Tickets
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What To Expect

Bucegi Mountains (Pass By)

Start your day by enjoying the amazing views that the most important passageway between the principalities of Wallachia and Transylvania has to offer. Prahova Valley is the most important destination for mountaineers and for winter sports fan in Romania.
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Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle)

At the medieval Bran Castle, commonly known as "Dracula's Castle", you will have the chance to immerse yourself into the legend of Vlad the Impaler, the main character of the Bram Stoker novel.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Peles Castle

The last royal estate of the Romanian monarchy, Peles Castle is built at the end of the 19th-century during more than 40 years of craftmanship, the castle represents a blend of neo-Renaissance and Gothic Revival architectural styles. Its interior has over 170 rooms decorated in different consecrated styles like Florentine, Turkish, Moorish, French and imperial, etc.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bucharest

Back to your hotel
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Monday and Tuesday Peles Castle is closed and we will visit Rasnov Medieval Citadel
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 5 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Dracula and Peles Castles Premium Tour with Hotel pick-up?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST).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

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Fuel surcharge
  • Local guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Tickets

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Monday and Tuesday Peles Castle is closed and we will visit Rasnov Medieval Citadel
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 5 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST).
  • 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.

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