Top Brasov Car Tours - page 5

Departure from Brasov. Visit Rupea Fortress- one of the medieval monuments that best survived the passing of the time in a region that was once in the frontlines of the Ottoman expansion towards Central Europe. Stop in Viscri. Here we visit the fortified church – a UNESCO site, the village blacksmith. Departure to Sighisoara and start a walking tour (aprox 1h30min) in the medieval center. Visit the Clock Tower, the most impressive tower. Next stop is The Vlad Dracul House, the place where Vlad Dracul (the father of Vlad the Impaler) once lived and where Vlad the Impeller was born. The Weapens Collection and the Torture Room is housed at the foot of the Clock Tower and is the same room where prisoners were tortured during the Middle Ages. The Church on the Hill can be reached by climbing the 175 steps of the covered wooden Scholars’ Stairs. Free time for souvenirs in Sighisoara; Optional - Enjoy a traditional home cooked lunch in Viscri, please check the other option for this tour!

Tick off three of Transylvania’s top attractions in just one day on this private tour to Peles Castle and Bran Castle, with round-trip transportation from your Bucharest hotel ensuring a hassle-free trip. Travel the distance with ease via air-conditioned vehicle and benefit from your guide’s insider knowledge as you explore each historic landmark (entrance fees are at your own expense).

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.

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.

The legend of the evil Count Dracula lives on in Bran Castle, near Brasov, but nobody wants to hear about his eerie deeds on a sunny day. Come when night falls instead to hear the folklore delivered as it should be—under the cover of darkness—following caped guides with lanterns around the medieval castle. Extra bonus: The group is capped at just seven people per tour for a more immersive atmosphere.

The tour start with Peles Palace in Sinaia - the Pearl of the Carpathians.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. Then, continue to Bran Castle. The guide will present 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. You will visit then the Traditional Distillery, where the owner will show you the basics of palinka distilling. See the multitude of flavors produced there and taste the traditional Romanian spirits made out of plumbs, apricots, cherries, pears and more. Taste the palinca, tuica and spirits made from fruits, natural, without sugar, dyes or other additives. You will witness the manufacturing process and get the chance to buy some for take away.

This tour offers more than just transportation – it is a personalized experience with a knowledgeable local guide. Enjoy breathtaking views of the famous Transfagarasan Road, scenic photo stops, and the chance to spot wild bears in their natural habitat from a safe distance. Small groups, a relaxed pace, and flexible stops make this a unique and memorable journey through the Romanian mountains.

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.

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).

Explore two UNESCO World Heritage Sites during this day trip from Brasov: the medieval old town of Sighisoara and the fortified church of Viscri! The trip starts early in the morning and finishes in the afternoon with a drive back to Brasov. Our first stop is at the Rupea Citadel . The fortress, built by german saxons is a trademark Transylvanian fortress design to stop the Otoman advance towards Eastern Europe. Next, we drive to Sighisoara to uncover the last medieval city of Romania. We will walk along the narrow old streets as we will explore some of the most popular landmarks of the town. Last but not least we will visit Viscri village and take a look at the fortified church. Lunch is possible in Sighisoara or Viscri. Additional experiences can include a ride with a horse and carriage as well as a visit to the Blacksmith. Details can be discussed via messaging or WhatsApp after booking.

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.

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.

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"

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.

We invite you to a horse-drawn carriage ride in the village of Lazaresti and through the wild forests of the Volcano Land,near Lake Saint Anne.During the trip we will make a time travel (approx.16 km round trip) in the footsteps of wild boars and bears. We stop on the top of the mountain, where a charming view of the Ciuc basin awaits us. We will taste real mineral waters, we will see the tracks of animals, after which we will enjoy a traditional picnic in nature, with tastings of local products (brandy, bacon, cheese, etc.) On the way back we will visit the traditional Nyír bath,admiring the post-volcanic activity, which is still manifested today in the form of carbonated mineral waters, mud and healing gases. Duration 4-5 h Optional, we can go to a Wildlife Observatory (we go to the hide with an off-road vehicle or horse-drawn carriage, dependind of the weather). Bears can be observed and photographed in their natural habitat through a large, one-way glass.The hide is perfectly safe.

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%.

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.

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

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.

Via Transilvanica Experience – Poiana Mărului to Râșnov | 3 Days. A guided journey through Terra Borza Teutonica, the historic land of the Teutonic Knights! Traverse one of the Via Transilvanica's most picturesque and historically layered stretches, connecting Poiana Mărului’s rustic charm, Zărnești’s mountain allure, Bran’s legendary past, and Râșnov’s Saxon legacy. Over three days, gentle hikes are interwoven with tales of Teutonic knights, Saxon pioneers, and the enduring spirit of rural Transylvania. Why This Via Transilvanica Experience? Over three days, this Via Transilvanica expedition immerses you in authentic rural rhythms, Saxon culture, and stunning Carpathian views. Journey through Poiana Mărului’s vibrant village life, historic towns such as Zărnești and Bran, and the fortified Saxon enclave of Râșnov, all brought to life by tales of Teutonic knights, Saxon settlers, and cherished traditions.

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!

Explore the enchanting regions of Transylvania with a visit to Viscri, renowned for its medieval fortified church and the traditional house of King Charles. Connect with the local Transylvanian culture while browsing unique handmade souvenirs. Continue to Sighisoara, the birthplace of Vlad the Impaler, the legendary figure who inspired Dracula and stroll through its charming cobblestone streets within the ancient fortress to delve into its fascinating history. Conclude your adventure with a delightful tasting of palinka, the beloved local spirit, ensuring a memorable taste of Transylvanian tradition. - Visit the medieval village of Viscri and its fortified church - Explore Sighisoara, the birthplace of Vlad the Impaler - Immerse yourself in local culture with handmade souvenirs - Enjoy a tasting of traditional palinka before returning