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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Branch out from busy Bucharest on a day trip to country’s most famous castles: Bran and Peles. Avoid the headache of public transit and enjoy the comfort of private round trip transportation from your hotel. You set the pace as your guide narrates your visits to Dracula’s Castle and the royal summer residence. This tour represents a perfect way to learn about Romania's rich history and historical monuments, cultural diversity and also exploring one of the most interesting mountain areas in the country.
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
Private guided tour of Peles National Museum
Transport by air-conditioned station wagon/ minivan
Private guided tour of Bran Castle
Entrance fees at Peles and Bran castles
Photo permit at Peles Castle
Food and drinks
Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered
Peles Castle, Sinaia, Romania Visit the summer residence of the first king of Romania, King Carol I of Romania: Peles Castle in Sinaia. Entrance not included (price for standard tour at the moment is 30 LEI/ person no photo permit).
IMPORTANT NOTE: Peles Castle is closed on certain dates. It will be substituted with a visit at Cantacuzino Palace in Busteni resort, a fascinating monument with excellent views of Caraiman mountain. Peles castle is closed for visiting: Summer: closed on Mondays. Winter: closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. In November: Peles Castle is closed for the entire month for maintenance. 120 minutes
Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle), Bran, Romania Visit the world famous Bran Castle. This construction is considered to be one of the most visited castles in Europe! Entrance not included (price for entrance ticket at the moment is 40LEI/ person photo included). Free time for lunch and shopping for traditional souvenirs near the castle.
You will be transferred back to Bucharest in the evening. Arrival time approximately 6:00 PM. 120 minutes
Bucegi Mountains, Sinaia, Romania Great views of the most important mountains in this part of the Carpathians. Caraiman mountain is one of the most famous regional symbols.
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Good to know:
Entrance fees updated for 2024 (Standard tour Peles - 50 LEI, photo included / Bran ticket - 70 LEI, photo included)
Peles Summer Schedule 15th May to 15th September - Tuesday to Sunday. Monday closed. (Visit instead Cantacuzino Palace.)
Peles Winter Schedule 15th September to 15th May - Wednesday to Sunday. Monday and Tuesday closed. (Visit instead Cantacuzino Palace.)
Cantacuzino Palace (Standard tour)
Peles is closed during the month of November every year for maintenance.
In November, you can visit instead of Peles the Pelisor castle.
Not recommended for participants with back problems.
During summer weekends and national holidays, due to busy traffic on DN1, the return to Bucharest might be delayed a few hours.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
Lauren_F
17 May 2019
We had a wonderful day! Our guide was very knowledgeable and made the day incredibly interesting. I would definitely recommend this private trip as we were able to receive more information than we would have on a larger coach trip. Definitely one for those interested in history.
da2roadrunners
14 Nov 2017
Our private trip was absolutely excellent. Our tour guide was great and very knowledgeable about Transylvania. We had a great time and highly recommend this private tour.
Bronwyn_S
07 May 2017
Trip was provided by an Individual not Company and overall an awesome experience, with a considerate guide who has good command of Englsh,
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