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Take advantage of proximity to Romania’s most popular sites without having to navigate the country’s landscape thanks to this private day tour from Bucharest. You’ll meet your guide in the capital and settle in for a trip to three popular destinations: the town of Brasov, Dracula’s Castle, and Peles Castle. Purchase admission tickets for tours of Peles and Bran Castles then spend a few hours strolling the scenic town of Brasov before returning to Bucharest.

The architectural and natural delights of Transylvania are plentiful and dispersed. Explore Europe’s most mysterious region with ease on a 2-day tour of Brasov, Bran, and Sighisoara from Bucharest, ideal for first-time visitors. Tick off highlights such as Peles Castle, Bran Castle (Dracula’s Castle), and the UNESCO-listed Medieval Citadel of Sighisoara, and listen to the Gothic legends that have made Transylvania so famous. One night accommodation, entrance fees, and hotel pickup and drop-off in Bucharest are included on this small-group tour, limited to 15 people.

Delve into the rich tapestry of Romanian history as you explore on this small-group tour from Bucharest. Travel with ease to Peles Castle for a guided tour through the German Renaissance masterpiece. Then visit the 17th-century Byzantine Sinaia Monastery before indulging in a curated wine- and cheese-tasting at Cantacuzino Castle.

Transylvania is a region with many popular tourist attractions, but travelers tight on time can see several in one day on this private tour from Bucharest. This tour starts with a visit to Bran Castle, known for its loose association with Dracula, before continuing to the elegant Peles Castle—entrance fees not included. A walking tour through the historical city of Brasov is the last stop of the day.

If you love a good ghost story but don’t want to get swept away with a crowded tour group where it’s hard to hear your guide, opt for this Bucharest Ghost Hunt Exploration Game Experience. This interactive game is played on an app with no time limits and with the people of your choice. Plus, you’ll solve clues that take you to new stops throughout the city to hear spooky tales.

Explore some of the most famous castles, citadels, and other landmarks in Transylvania over four days on this small-group guided tour from Bucharest. Highlights include Bran Castle (known as Dracula’s Castle), Peles Castle, Rasnov Citadel, Corvin Castle, Curtea de Arges Monastery, and more, with overnights in Brasov, Sighisoara, and Sibiu.

Visit two of Transylvania’s most iconic destinations during this private full-day excursion to Bran Castle and Rasnov Citadel. Experience the real-life setting of the Dracula legend. Listen to explanations from your own personal English and German-speaking guide. Learn about everyday life in medieval times during a tour of the imposing hilltop fortress. Air-conditioned vehicle transfers from Sibiu are included.

Wallachia, historical region of modern day Romania, once a principality that rivaled Transylvania, Moldova and Bulgaria, better known for its mythical ruler, Prince Vlad the Impaler, a.k.a Drakula. Now, Wallachia, with its emblematic city Bucharest, displays castles and mountain resorts, legends and endless vineyards, virgin forests and wild beasts. Our tour shares with you its landmarked castles, highlights of southern Romania. Peles Castle it’s the marvelous palace of the kings. And Julia Hasdeu castle with its unique architecture, built by a grieving father in order to connect with the spirit of his premature lost daughter.

Discover Romania's Carpathian gems with a knowledgeable, friendly guide in a comfortable car, that ensure your journey to attractions like Peles Castle, Sinaia Monastery, and Brasov is comfortable and entertaining. Depending on your preference, you can explore the famous Bran Castle's (AKA Dracula's Castle), or opt for a crowd-free visit to the UNESCO-lsited Prejmer Fortress. Whichever itinerary you choose, you enjoy enriching and personalized commentary from beginning to end.

A tour of Bucharest like no other, revealing the city’s most thrilling secrets! Discover a world of notorious crimes, royal scandals, real life vampires and femme fatales as you explore the dark and seductive side of Bucharest’s past. To balance the intrigue, we’ll also indulge in the city’s vibrant bar scene by tasting local craft beer and traditional alcohol shots.

Our audio guide will lead you beyond the typical tourist stories and tell you intriguing tales, on your phone, on your time and your pace. Uncover the mysteries and enjoy a thrilling and captivating experience. In Bran, Dracula’s village, spooky stories lurk around every corner, and you can experience them on our remarkable Vampires, Ghosts and Haunted Places Tour. If you are a traveller and your desire is to discover the legends and dark secrets that make each location truly special, you have arrived at the right place. You’ll receive the most valuable and fascinating audio guidance, without the guide being physically present. We are storytellers who combine history and legends with entertainment in the most unique and engaging way.

What does salt mine has to do with spiritism? Jump into medieval gems of Wallachia, still in use today and learn about the dramas of the workers used in the past in the salt mines. Explore Europe’s largest Salt Mine, the third in the world. Get touched by spirituality and experience spiritism and mysticism, in the Castle of Julia Hasdeu. Regarded by the locals as highlights of the historical region called Wallachia in present day Romania, these places inspire fear and respect in the population still affected by the ghosts of the past. Nevertheless, it’s an amazing tour and the Castle has unique architecture, built by a grieving father in order to connect with the spirit of his premature lost daughter.

Embark on a captivating tour through Romania's historical and natural wonders. Begin your journey at Neagra Bison Reservation, where pristine landscapes host the majestic European Bison. Witness these iconic creatures in their natural habitat, surrounded by dense forests and untouched beauty. Next, delve into the rich history of Târgoviște at the Princely Court, a symbol of medieval grandeur and the place where Vlad the Impaler lived during his reign. Explore the well-preserved ruins and immerse yourself in the stories of princes and rulers who once walked these ancient halls. Continue your adventure to Snagov, home to the historic Snagov Monastery situated on an island in Snagov Lake. Discover the legends surrounding the final resting place of Vlad the Impaler, commonly associated with the Dracula myth. This tour promises a harmonious blend of nature, history, and architectural splendor, providing an unforgettable exploration of Romania's cultural and natural heritage.

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).

Explore the depths of Romanian history and spirituality on this unique tour, beginning at Bellu Cemetery where Iulia Hasdeu's grave, rich with Masonic symbols, tells a poignant story of life and the afterlife. Next, journey to Iulia Hasdeu Castle in Campina, a spiritualist haven showcasing the scholar's belief in communication with the beyond. Discover the Temple Room and personal exhibits that delve into his extraordinary life. Finally, visit Pelisor Castle in Sinaia, the opulent residence of Queen Marie, featuring exquisite Art Nouveau interiors and the stunning Golden Room adorned with Byzantine motifs. - Visit Iulia Hasdeu's grave and learn about her father's beliefs - Explore Iulia Hasdeu Castle, rich in spiritualist history - Discover the luxurious Pelisor Castle, home of Queen Marie - Gain deep insights into Romania's spirituality and royal legacy

Discover Transylvania on this exciting tour that will keep your mind and imagination excited throughout your experience. Learn the history of Romania's royal family by visiting Peles Castle, probably the best preserved castle in Europe. Then let your imagination take you to the world of fairy tales by visiting Dracula's Castle. In the second part of the day enjoy a walk in the historic center of Brasov, an extremely beautiful medieval city. Return to Bucharest in late afternoon. Plese take note that the Peles Castle is closed on Monday and Tuesday.

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.

Discover the dark side of Romanian history in a terrifying tour through the horrifying, bloody past of Bucharest covering 500 years and 110 km in a classic Romanian car from the 80s. The violent scene of Romania’s bloody stories from the last 500 years will be revealed. Expect anything from brutal beheadings, mass arson, impaling or poisoning during Dracula’s time to the 70s vampire serial killer, the phantoms of the House of Parliament or cannibalism in the Old city. Self-made, over night billionaire bootleggers during Ceaușescu’s time or million USD robberies from the National Bank of the Socialist Romania will add suspense to our delicious tour menu of thrilling stories with lethal endings. We’ll cover 500 years from Vlad the Impaler – aka Dracula, the actual founder of Bucharest – to Ceaușescu’s time. The grand finale of this horror show is a visit to Dracula’s assassination & burial within an amazing hidden Romania Monastery that also hosts an ossuary of the victims from WWI.

Discover the largest brown bearst sanctuary in the world. The LiBEARty sanctuary in Zarnesti is hosting more than 100 bears, saved from captivity and offered a happy life in a natural environment. Recognized by many specialists as the most ethical sanctuary in the world, its territory lays on 69 hectares of coniferous forests located near Brasov. Second place you will visit is the legendary castle of Count Dracula in Bran (very close to the bear sanctuary). Famous around the world, Bran Castle is a “symbol” of Romania. The last hour will be spent in Brasov, a medieval city founded by german colonists, where you will experience the charm of the city through a walking tour of the Old Town area (historical heart of Transylvania). On the way, you can admire the amazing landscapes of Carpathians mountains. Photo stops, coffee breaks or just stretching legs are also possible during the day.

In this private tour you will discover a fascinating itinerary that perfectly blends the bloody legends of Vlad the Impaler (Dracula), the royal elegance of Romania's most beautiful castles, and the breathtaking wildlife (brown bears) of the Carpathian Mountains. In Day 1 we visit Snagov Monastery, the mysterious island monastery housing the tomb of Vlad the Impaler. After we go to Peleș Castle to explore the stunning, fairytale summer residence of the Romanian royal family in Sinaia. Next is Brașov city where we end the day with a walk through the beautiful medieval old town. Overnight stay in Brașov. In the Day 2 we visit Libearty Bear Sanctuary, the world’s largest brown bear sanctuary in Zărnești. After we drive to Bran Castle, to dscover the famous cliffside fortress known worldwide as "Dracula’s Castle." Last stop is at the Princely Court (Târgoviște) to explore the authentic medieval capital of Vlad the Impaler and climb the Chindia Tower.

A unique guided private tour în an elegant Mercedes limousine to see some of Romania's heritage. Hope to see you soon!

Expand your knowledge of Romanian wine and experience the beauty of the countryside with this guided tour from Bucharest. There’s no need to worry about crowds, as this is a private tour for just your party, which ensures a more personalized experience. Along the way, visit an old manor where you can go wine tasting, explore Snagov Monastery, and see the historic Mogosoaia Palace too.

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.

With this two-day trip to Romania you can kill four birds with one stone, as you will get to visit four important tourist destination cities. We would love to hear your feedback on what we think is going to be a wonderful adventure. Day 1 1. PELES CASTLE 2. BRAN/ DRACULA’S CASTLE 3. BRASOV CITY TOUR Day 2 1. SIGHISOARA, THE MEDIEVAL TOWN 2. BIERTAN, FORTIFIED CHURCH 3. SIBIU CITY TOUR 4. COZIA MONASTERY