Day Trip to Bran Dracula's Castle and Peles Castle
ID: GYG843087-1333659
Category:
Country: Romania
Duration:
12:00 hours
Description
Discover the history and architecture of the Peles and Bran Castles on a day trip from Bucharest. Learn about the history of the 14th-century Bran Castle, known as Dracula's Castle.
Embark on a day trip from Bucharest to Transylvania to visit the Peles Castle, Bran Castle, and Brasov. Enjoy pickup and drop-off from your hotel in Bucharest, travel in a comfortable vehicle, and learn about the history of the castles from your guide.
Depart from your hotel in Bucharest and head to the Peles Castle in Sinaia. Visit the former summer residence of the royal family of Romania, and admire the German Neo-Renaissance architecture of this 19th-century castle.
Continue to Transylvania and stop at the Bran Castle. Learn about the history of this 14th-century castle, which is well-known as Dracula’s Castle and was the inspiration for Bram Stoker's story.
On the way back to Bucharest, cross Brasov and make a small stop to walk around the old town with your guide. Discover the medieval monuments of Transylvania before returning to Bucharest.
Highlights
- Discover the history and architecture of the Peles and Bran Castles
- Explore the medieval monuments of Transylvania with a guide
- Learn about the history of the 14th-century Bran Castle, known as Dracula's Castle
- Visit the former summer residence of the Royal Family of Romania at Peles Castle
- Enjoy the comfort of a small group tour with pickup and drop-off in Bucharest
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable shoes for walking
Check the weather forecast and dress appropriately
Bring a camera to capture the beautiful scenery
Have some local currency for personal expenses
Be prepared for a full day of exploration
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
