From Bucharest: Bran (Dracula) Castle, Peleș Castle & Brașov Full-Day Tour

Discover Romania’s royal heritage, gothic legends, and medieval charm on a full-day journey to Peleș Castle, Bran Castle, and the historic center of Brașov.
Bran - The Legendary Dracula’s Castle
Bran - The Legendary Dracula’s Castle
Peleș Castle - Former Royal Residence
Peleș Castle - Former Royal Residence
Medieval City of Brașov
Medieval City of Brașov
Carpathian Mountain Views
Carpathian Mountain Views
12 hrs
Mobile ticket
English
Full refund for cancellations up to 24 hours
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Details

Uncover the legends and landscapes of Transylvania on a full-day trip from Bucharest. Travel along scenic mountain roads to explore two of the region’s most iconic castles and the medieval town of Brașov.
Wander the ornate halls of Peleș Castle, a former royal residence known for its fairy-tale architecture and lavish interiors.
Visit Bran Castle, famed for its dramatic history and connection to the Dracula myth.
In Brașov, stroll through a beautifully preserved old town where cobbled streets, colorful facades, and Gothic landmarks speak to centuries of Saxon heritage.
With comfortable transportation and insightful commentary from your guide, this day trip offers a rich blend of history, architecture, and folklore—a perfect introduction to Romania’s cultural heritage.

from €34.17
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Peles Castle is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.

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What is included in activity

Roundtrip transfer from Bucharest meeting point
Professional Tour Guide during the bus ride
Free time at Peles Castle, Dracula's Castle and Brasov Historical Center
Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle

What is not included

Entrance fees for Peles Castle and Bran Castle
An optional guided tour of Peleș Castle and Bran Castle (available for an extra €10–15)

Important Info

• Entrance fees for Peleș Castle and Bran Castle are not included in the tour price. Tickets can be purchased directly at the entrance; Please bring cash
• Peleș Castle is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays and can only be viewed from the outside on these days
• The order of the itinerary may vary depending on season, weather, or opening hours; in rare cases, the last castle visit might not be possible.
• Not suitable for children under 11 years, people older than 65, pregnant women and wheelchair users
• If you’d like to join an optional guided tour at Peleș or Bran Castle, please bring cash: €10 per person (Monday–Tuesday) or €15 per person (Wednesday–Sunday)

Tour program

Please note that the program and conditions are subject to change.
Starting location

Statie Taxi Universitate

Peleș Castle (optional guided tour + free time)
2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Explore Peleș Castle at your own pace or join an optional guided tour (extra free) to learn about its royal heritage and lavish interiors. Take in the mountain scenery of Sinaia during your free time.

Bran Castle (optional guided tour + free time)
2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Visit the iconic Bran Castle and choose to join an optional guided tour (extra free) to uncover its legends, secret passages, and links to the Dracula myth. Enjoy free time to wander and take photos.

Brașov (free time)
2 hours

Spend free time discovering Brașov’s medieval Old Town. Stroll past landmarks like the Black Church, explore cobbled streets, and soak up the city’s Saxon charm at your own pace.

Arrive back

University Square

Places you will see

• Dracula's Castle
• Peleș Castle
• Brașov
• Carpathian Mountains
• Gothic Black Church
• Council Square in Brasov
• Sinaia

Activity book period

You can see all dates available at this moment in the calendar. Book now! The number of tickets is limited.

Nearest subway

Metro line nr2. Kossuth Lajos Square

Activity languages

English

Directions to meet your guide

Address: Bulevardul Nicolae Bălcescu 4, București 030167, Romania

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Reviews by travellers

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Mary
It's a shame that you weren't told in advance that you had to order your own tickets. Now lots of people are standing outside without tickets because it's sold out.
1 day ago
Ali
Lulia was great and she was very supportive and caring for me as an American. She ensured I’m taken care of during the tour and was always checking with me and others to ensure we understood everything.
2 days ago
Charlotte
Absolutely amazing day trip to Bran Castle, Peleș Castle, and Brașov with our incredible guide, **Sonia**! From the very beginning, she was warm, engaging, and full of fascinating knowledge. Peleș Castle was breathtaking, and Sonia’s stories made history come alive. At Bran Castle, she brilliantly mixed Dracula legends with real facts, keeping us captivated. Brașov was the perfect end—charming, colorful, and rich in culture. Sonia truly went above and beyond, personalizing the experience, answering every question, and making us feel completely taken care of. Her passion for Romania and its history was contagious. This was more than a tour—it was an unforgettable journey through time and legend. If you're visiting Transylvania, don’t miss this trip—and definitely ask for Sonia. She made the day perfect!
3 days ago
Anna
This is a fantastic trip, visiting beautiful places, however you do have to buy castle admission tickets to make the most of the experience. Our guide was ok, sounded a little bored sometimes but guess it's repetitive for him. The amount of time at destinations was adequate, I would have liked a little longer, but it is a long day so was acceptable. I took so many photos the castles & scenery are lovely & the stop at Brasov made me wish I'd have stayed here rather than Bucharest haha. The coach was Air-conditioned but a little older so no usb chargers (or seatbelts) & wouldn't allow any drinks or snacks, it's an early start- make sure you get coffee and breakfast first. I gave the trip a star less because they emailed to say Peles castle (the bigger of the two) had sold out of tickets in advance, for 9-11am but Dracula castle had availability all day. If they knew in advance why didn't they change the order of the itinerary. Took us to castle we couldn't visit. That was frustrating
8 days ago
Jian-Te
Everything was fine. Peles Castle limited the numbers of visitors. We didn’t buy tickets in time. However, we enjoyed the park and Palisor Castle instead. Our guide Vlad took good care of us and provided options and tips along the trip. Brasov hosted a marathon game. We cheered with the crowds for the athletes. A beautiful medieval city indeed. I hope I had more time there.
8 days ago
Rebecca
It was a really good day overall, although it was very long. Eugen, our guide was absolutely fantastic and gave so much useful and interesting information all day. The coach was comfortable and cool. The 12 hours turned into 15 due to awful traffic delays on the journey back, though this was not the tour operator’s fault. We would not have booked such a long day and it was extremely tiring. However we enjoyed getting away from the stifling heat of Bucharest to the cooler mountains and the beautiful stops on the way. We had bought tickets for Peles Castle (you need to book in advance) but instead decided to enjoy the beautiful grounds and have a coffee rather than join the long queue to enter. Brasov was delightful and we decided to have a leisurely lunch but the time passed quite quickly. Bran was also beautiful but it was very crowded, with a one way system meaning you had no choice but to queue to enter each room. Overall it was a good day, even though we were exhausted!
9 days ago
Karina
Fantastic day trip. Knowledgeable guide.
9 days ago
Rosie
We had a wondeful trip. Pavel was a great guide, really knowledgeable and engaging. We were impressed with the day as a whole and would recommend this to anyone looking to get out of Bucharest and seem some different sights
10 days ago
Kiara
Adriana was a great guide, we had a problem with the reservation and she was the only one to care and help us solve it. She was very kind and comprehensive with us. And she did a great job with the explanations of the different places we visited. We Really recommend her.
11 days ago
Ivanna
It was a very nice experience. Tudor was always guiding us and sharing interesting information. I consider this tour the best experience I have had in Romania so Far
12 days ago
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