Transylvania Day Trip from Bucharest: In Search of Count Dracula

Bucharest, Romania

12 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Uncover the true story of the man behind the myth on this full-day tour from Bucharest to historic sites with ties to the legendary Vlad the Impaler. Learn about the life of this brave and bloodthirsty Wallachian prince who inspired Bram Stoker’s Count Dracula as you visit his royal court at Targoviste, the ruins of his former home at Poenari Castle and a fortress and frescoed church that date back to the time of his rule in Curtea de Arges.

Full-day authentic Dracula tour from Bucharest
Unlock the mysteries of the real-life prince who inspired Bram Stoker's bloodthirsty count
Visit Vlad the Impaler's royal court at Targoviste
See the ruins of Poenari Castle, the real 'Castle Dracula'
Tour a 14th-century church and monastery at Curtea de Arges
Free hotel pickup and drop-off included

What's Included

Professional guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Lunch
Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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Pickup details

We will write the name of the traveller on paper.

Itinerary

Princely Court

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Princely Church of St Nicholas

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Poienari Castle

2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Not wheelchair accessible

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

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I have been traveling extensively in...

Kathleen_G, Oct 2016

I have been traveling extensively in Europe for two and half years now. I have taken several tours and this was by far the best tour I have been on. This was all due to our tour guide. Nedea was informative, patient, humorous, accommodating and highly intelligent in addition to being extremely charming! My colleagues/friends and I had a wonderful time and Nedea made our weekend in Bucharest a very memorable experience. Multumesc, Nedea.