Top Brasov Car Tours - page 5

Experience Transylvania’s mountain villages and Bran Castle—known as Dracula’s Castle—on this private full-day tour from Brasov, all without having to worry about transportation or getting lost. Traveling by private vehicle, visit Bran Castle before heading into the Carpathian Mountains to see bat caves, villages, and sheep farms as your guide provides background and insight. Lunch and tastings of local specialities such as cheese and milk, are included.

Transylvania is the land of bloodthirsty vampires and Gothic-style castles and in this tour, you will see them both. Many have visited the castle in the light of the day, but few had the courage to explore it during the night. As the sun sunk behind the mountains, Bran Castle is silently waiting for its guests. You will reach Bran and to enter into the spooky atmosphere, our ‘vampire’ helpers will be waiting for you with capes and lanterns, and prepare us for a night tour. Your spooky experience begins when you walk into the castle, where the decorations, dimmed light and storyline surround you in a medieval atmosphere of long gone times. At the end of the tour, you will descend into a time tunnel that will take you to the old Tea House of Maria, Queen of Romania.

Spend two days immersed in the medieval legends and dramatic scenery of Transylvania on this guided tour from Brasov that combines the best of Romanian culture and nature. Hike among the most majestic peaks of the Carpathians in Piatra Craiului National Park, tap into the region’s vampiric lore at Bran Castle, and imagine medieval sieges at imposing Rasnov Fortress. Get a taste of mountain village life with an overnight stay at a local guesthouse and included meals.

This one day tour with departure and arriving in Brasov gives you the opportunity of visiting two special places in the former Wallachia: Sinaia and Targoviste. In Sinaia is Peles Castle, the Romanian Royal summer Residence till 1947 and in Targoviste, the former capital of Wallachia, other two objectives as different as historically important: the Princely Court, the well-known King Vlad Dracula’s residence and the place where the Ceausescu dictators were judged and executed.

This carefully designed experience allows you to get a taste of the authentic rural life of Transylvania. You will meet a special beekeeper, who is an official honey supplier to the British Royal Court. You will learn all about bees and organic honey production, get kitted up in protective suits and meet the bees, also tasting their various types of honey. Although known to travelers, mostly because King Charles himself owns a house here, Viscri is populated by Saxons, Romanians and Gypsies, with families going about their regular life in a normal way. You will enjoy lunch in the yard of a local lady who will cook for you traditional dishes with fresh ingredients picked directly from her garden. She cooks for whoever joins at the table so the atmosphere is usually lively and people from all over the world meet and enjoy a meal together in a typical household. This is a 3 course lunch, with beverages included (water, elderberry specialty, wine, schnapps, coffee).

With this tour from Brasov, you can visit two attractions in a day—Bran Castle and the Libearty Bear Sanctuary—without having to organize any transport arrangements. Instead, choose your preferred pickup point in Brasov, then enjoy a peaceful ride to see brown bears at a sanctuary, followed by a place associated with the legend of Count Dracula—Bran Castle, and an optional stop at Peles Castle.

Hike one of Europe's most beautiful and mythical mountain ranges on this 4-night trekking tour in the Carpathains. Venture into the Bucegi Mountains and Piatra Craiului National Park with a licensed mountain guide, and scale the peaks with full days of moderate to strenuous hiking, earning fantastic views over the Romanian countryside. Stay overnight in traditional village guesthouses, and replenish your energy with all included meals, including a memorable lunch at a local sheep farm.

The “Libearty” bear Sanctuary is not a zoo! The mission of the sanctuary is to save the captive animals who lived in miserable conditions, offering them the necessary care, decent living conditions in a natural environment within an area of 69 hectares of forests, streams and pools. The “Libearty” Sanctuary does not receive any public funds! It is built and administered by the Millions of Friends Association, a non-governmental organization.

MINIMUM 4PAX!! The tour starts with Bran Castle presenting the story of the castle together with the legend vs. truth about the cruel Vlad Dracula - The Impaler. You can buy several "Dracula” gifts at the souvenir market just outside the castle, but also local handmade artifacts of wool and wood. Then, continue to Peles Palace in Sinaia. The inside visit will be the highlight of your day; the detailed ornaments in every room will take you back to the early 20th century and make you admire every inch of it's artwork. The tour ends with a wine tasting at the famous Cellars of Rhein-Azuga, supplier of the Romanian Royal Court between the world wars. Tourists can discover the art of sparkling wine production by the traditional method used in Champagne, which involves a second fermentation of the wine in the bottle for at least 12 months. Azuga Rhein Cellars were opened in 1892 and were recognized between the two world wars as the Romania’s "Royal Court Provider"

In order to spend as much time as possible inside the salt mine, there were created volleyball and football playgrounds for the tourists. The interior of the salt mine is the ideal place for sport events (training place for sport teams and athlete competitions), but also the ideal movie set for those who love cinema art. The rich sodium air, the lack of allergenic particles and an the air pressure higher with 18-22 mmHg than the surface one, create a real natural microclimate for treating different breathing diseases, as deep inside the mine it was set a sanatorium, where asthma patients get certified medical assistance. The temperature registered throughout the year is 12 degrees Celsius, and the air humidity is 50%.

Departure from Brasov in the morning, at 8am. At 11am - visit of the cheese processing workshop and the visitor center ( visit and presentation of the household ), tasting of cheeses (min 2 types), yogurt, sausages, wine Continue with the visit of Praid Salt Mine. The underground visiting place is on "Level 50” which is on 120 m deep from the surface. The private transport of the people is with buses on a 1250 m long tunnel to the entrance gate of the visiting base. Free time for lunch - the guide will recommend you a very good location (the lunch is NOT included in the price of the tour) Continue then with a guided tour and presentation at the real craftsmen’s workshop - Tinder (amadou) processing (duration: cca. 30 minutes) Arrive in Brasov around 18:00.

Discover two of Transylvania's biggest attractions, the medieval castle of Bran and the Bear Sanctuary. We will visit the largest brown bear sanctuary in the world, learn more about the incredible creatures, and know more about Dracula's legends. First, we will see from distance the Rasnov Fortress, a walled stone compound designed to ward off attacks by the fierce Tartars and used as a refuge for local villagers during medieval warfare. Next, we will bear watch at Bear Sanctuary, here time of 1 hour our guide will introduce us to the over 100 residents of the place and each of their unique stories. After this, we will visit the gorgeous gothic castle of Bran and visit the rooms that are full of history from 1377 to the modern days. In the afternoon you will have the chance to try the traditional Romanian food made by our hosts in their homes with natural local farm-fresh ingredients.

Embark on a half-day trip from Brasov to the Libearty Bear Sanctuary in Zarnesti. Meet a guide from the sanctuary who will show you around and explain everything you need to know about this wonderful place. Start your tour with pickup from your hotel in Brasov. Then, travel to the Libearty Bear Sanctuary in Zarnesti. Upon arrival, meet a guide from the sanctuary who will show you around and explain everything you need to know about this wonderful place. Embark on a 1.5-hour walk through the forest, covering approximately 2 kilometers. Along the way, see the bears and hear all the stories about them. Take photos with your mobile phone for free, and for professional cameras, there is an additional fee, which you can pay at the sanctuary. After your tour, enjoy a comfortable ride back to your hotel in Brasov. !Children under 5 years are not allowed in the sanctuary!

Visit LAKE SAINT ANNE - the only crater lake in Romania located in the volcanic crater of the volcano named Ciomatu Mare of the Eastern Carpathians, near Tusnad in the Natural Reserve of Mohos, Harghita. Continue to drive to Miercurea Ciuc to visit the manufacture and have a BEER TASTING.Here you will have the opportunity to have a detailed tour and description of the technology used + unlimited beer consumption. After the visit, free time at the souvenir market. Before lunch, we will make a short stop at the FRANCISCAN CHURCH of Sumuleu Ciuc, one of the most famous architectural monuments, being the most important place of pilgrimage in Transylvania. After the TRADITIONAL LUNCH , the owner will show you the farm and the water mill, will be a rural experience as in the stories of childhood ADVENTURE AT BOBSLEIGH TRACK- Besides the adrenaline, you can enjoy a beautiful landscape, which many compare with those seen in Austria or Switzerland.

Start your trip with the visit of Sinca Veche Temple Cave, famous for being a mystical place. The legends say that once you enter the cave, you feel a positive energy. No one knows who built this strange cave of worship or exactly why.The walls have different signs and texts in an unknown legend. The monastery is composed of nine different rooms.Light enters the cave from a series of low windows and tall, chimney-like skylights. It has been speculated that these shafts were also there to symbolically let holy energy into the space...speculated also that there is a hidden tunnel that connects to a nearby fortress Continue then to village of Ohaba and visit an old water mill which is still used nowadays by the locals, villagers come here daily to grind grain. After that, go to Racos, where will be a 3 in 1 visit - you will see the Old Volcano,the Basalt columns and the Emerald Lake, with its fantastic color. Finally, it's time for a delicious traditional lunch!

It's an unique opportunity to celebrate Halloween in one of the best locations for this thematic party. The Bran Castle is also known as Dracula's castle thanks to the 1897 novel, written by Bram Stoker. It's all about Dracula on November the 2nd, during the official Halloween party hosted at the castle. The fortress is specially decorated for this event and live actors will entertain you as never before! The evening starts at 7pm. We drive you from Brasov to Bran. A special spooky tour of the Castle is available until midnight. The Tent party with live music follows and ends long past midnight. One or more local tour guides will stay with you during the whole night and drive you back to Brasov when the party ends. This tour is shared and depending on the amount of participants we can have cars and/or minivans departing back to Brasov at various timeframes 2am/3am/4am. P.S.: We can also help you rent halloween costumes. They are priced extra. More details after booking.

Medieval Transylvania Tour offers you a relaxing time in two wonderful places of Transylvania, Viscri village and one of the best-preserved towns in Europe and the birthplace of Vlad the Impaler. We will start with the visit to Viscri village, the traditional Saxon village, one of the oldest in all of Transylvania. Here you will meet a traditional blacksmith in his workshop and he will show you how is working in a traditional blacksmith workshop, all these things in an exclusive traditional tour in a horse cart. After lunch, we leave Viscri village and the tour continues to Sighisoara city. On the route, enjoy an exclusive tasting of organic Transylvanian “like Grandma used to make” jams. The last stop is Sighisoara, one of the best-preserved cities in Europe and the only city in Romania which looks exactly the same way as in the 16th century and it is also the last still inhabited medieval citadel not only in Transylvania but in whole Europe.

Explore the enchanting landscapes of Transylvania on this unique journey that blends wildlife, history, and legend. Begin at the renowned "Libearty" Bear Sanctuary, home to over 100 rescued brown bears living in a natural habitat. Next, visit the impressive Rasnov Fortress, where you can admire panoramic views and explore its grounds. Finally, delve into the mysteries of Bran Castle, famously linked to Dracula, with time to browse local bazaars for souvenirs. - Visit the world's largest bear sanctuary and witness rescued bears - Explore the historic Rasnov Fortress with stunning views of Țara Bârsea - Discover the legendary Bran Castle, associated with Dracula - Tour duration of 6-8 hours; suitable for wildlife and history enthusiasts

Embark on a seamless, premium day trip from Brasov to Europe's largest salt mine without any organizational stress. This experience stands out because it is 100% private and tailored completely to your pace and preferences. You will enjoy door-to-door private transportation in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle, all admission fees already included in the price, and a flexible itinerary. Forget about rigid schedules or waiting for large tour groups; this journey is entirely about your comfort, wellness, and discovering Romania's underground wonders at your own leisure.

Count Dracula, first appeared in the novel “Dracula”, published in England in 1897, by the Irish writer Bram Stoker. But the name “Dracula”, far from being a frightening term, derives from the Crusader Order of the Dragon with which Order both Vlad Tepes and his father had been associated. The rest of the Dracula myth derives from the legends and popular beliefs in ghosts and vampires prevalent throughout Transylvania. Count Dracula - Discover the history of the most popular horror character - Explore Bran Castle - Buy Tickets Online Stoker’s Count Dracula is a centuries-old vampire, sorcerer, and Transylvanian nobleman, who claims to be a Székely descended from Attila the Hun. He inhabits a decaying castle in the Carpathian Mountains. In his conversations with the character Jonathan Harker, Dracula reveals himself as intensely proud of his boyar culture with a yearning for memories of his past.

What makes this trip different isn't just where we go — it's how we go there. This is a fully private experience: just your group in the car, no joining strangers, no fixed scripts, no rushing between stops. We move at your pace, and conversations happen naturally along the way — about Romania, about Brașov, about whatever comes up. I'm not a tour guide reciting facts. I'm someone who grew up here and genuinely enjoys showing this part of the country to people seeing it for the first time. All entry tickets are arranged in advance, so the day runs smoothly from pickup to drop-off. Three very different stops — rescued bears living wild in the forest, a medieval castle wrapped in two centuries of stories, and a quiet patisserie break in the mountains — make for a day that feels personal, not packaged.

Explore the rich history of Transylvania by visiting the remarkable fortified churche of Biertan, beautiful medieval town, and medieval fortress of Rupea. Starting from Brașov, this day trip involves private transportation to each site, where a knowledgeable local guide will share fascinating stories and insights about these architectural wonders. - Private transportation included from Brașov for convenience - Learn about the history and significance of these architectural treasures - Ideal for history enthusiasts and travelers interested in Transylvanian culture

This tour offers more than sightseeing discover the real Transylvania with a local licensed guide. Learn fascinating stories about Saxon villages, medieval history, and local traditions while enjoying a comfortable journey, flexible stops, and a more authentic experience than standard group tours.

Step into the world of the real Dracula on a unique journey combining legend, history, and breathtaking scenery. Unlike standard group tours, this experience offers fascinating storytelling about Vlad the Impaler, medieval Romania, and the truth behind the Dracula myth. Climb the legendary 1,480 stairs to the authentic Poenari Citadel, the real fortress of Vlad Dracula, and explore the world-famous Bran Castle with rich historical insights. Enjoy scenic drives through the Carpathian Mountains, flexible photo stops, and a more personal experience with a passionate local guide who brings Transylvania’s stories to life.