Dracula's Castle, Peles Castle and Brasov Day Trip from Bucharest
Transylvania is perhaps one of the most popular places in the world for the legends and mysteries surrounding his paths. On this tour you will discover in a small group the charm of the Castles of Transylvania: Peles Castle and Dracula's Castle (Bran Castle) and the legend of the famous Count Dracula and enjoy the city of Brasov, one of the most beautiful cities in Transylvania.
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What's included in Dracula's Castle, Peles Castle and Brasov Day Trip from Bucharest
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
University's Square
Departure in the morning from Bucharest, the Capital of Romania after we will pick-up you from the pick-up place indicated by email .
Peles Castle
Leave the city on the route to Sinaia. On the road you will learn more about Romania's history and culture. Visit one of the most beautiful castles in Romania: the Peles Castle, former summer residence of the kings of Romania, in Sinaia, a well-known mountain resort as well. 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 up to the19th centuries. Peles Castle is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays in February and March 2020. On the rest of the year, Peles Castle is closed only on Mondays. On these days,Peles Castle will be seen from the outside
Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle)
Continue your journey to Bran and listen the real history and the legends of Count Dracula. Visit the famous Bran castle, called also called Dracula`s Castle, it is situated not far from Brasov (25 kilometres) at the entrance in the Bran – Rucar passage. The castle got its fame from Dracula`s legend written in 1897 by Bram Stoker and later on made into a film by Francis Ford Coppola.. The first documents about the Bran Castle appeared in 1377. Along the history, the Castle had a strategic mission being the border between Transylvania and Wallachia. First it was under the rule of the King of Hungary Sigismund of Luxemburg, than 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 became their residence.
Inclusions
- Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional driver / tour guide during the bus ride
- Tips for the tour guide and driver
- • Entry tickets to the castles (Peles Castle approx. 30 euro; Dracula's Castle approx. 20 euro)
- • Only a small handbag or small backpack allowed onboard
- • Any other services not indicated under "Services included"
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children under 7-year-old cannot attend shared tours. Please contact the local partner for a private tour offer
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- This tour is forbidden for people with any impairment
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
- Peles Castle is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays all year round. If your tour is booked within this time period when is closed you will see Peles Castle from the outside
- The order of the itinerary depends on the season, weather, and opening hours
- • Only a small handbag or small backpack allowed onboard the coach.(40x20x25). Any baggage exceeding those limits will be charged with 10 euro(cash) for handling them by our staff. Company or staff involved in the activity are not responsible for any of the guests belongings
- Please arrive 30 minutes before the departure time. After the start there is no possibility to join the tour at a later moment. The exact departure time will be received via email in the day prior the tour starts. Please check your email after 5 p.m.
- Not recommended for travelers with walking problems
- Not recommended for travelers with carsickness
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Pick-up from Piata Universitatii in front of the statues
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
Bring exactly 10 euro in cash per person (adult, student, seniors or childrens) for the optional Package that includes: - Guided Tour at Peles Castle (ground floor) - Orientation Tour at Bran - Orientation Tour Brasov Old Town - Boarding starting with first seats - Package price is Standard • After aquiring the package, the tourguide can assist you with the purchase of optional tickets (Peles Castle – 30 euro/adults and 15 euro/students , Bran Castle – 20euro/adults and 15euro/student). Cash only – euro. • Unforseen events (weather, special events, traffic, etc) may result in a visit only on outside of one castle. Delays in arrival time to Bucharest may occur also due to these uncontrollable factors. • There is no allocated waiting time at the departure points, so punctuality is crucial.