From Bucharest: Bran Castle, Peles Castle, & Brasov Small-Group Guided Tour
From Bucharest: Bran Castle, Peles Castle, & Brasov Small-Group Guided Tour
Duration: 12 hours
12 hours
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
Access to multilingual audio guide
Access to multilingual audio guide
Convenient pick-up at your location
Convenient pick-up at your location
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Travel from Bucharest to visit both Peleș Castle and Bran Castle in a single, well-organized itinerary, with transport and guide included.
Live English-speaking guide brings local legends to life, with audio guides available in four additional languages.
Step inside Romania’s royal summer residence and explore its opulent interiors, lavish décor, and rich art collections with expert commentary.
Tour the medieval fortress often linked to Dracula, learning about its history, myths, and role as a symbol of Transylvania.
Discover medieval Brasov, with cobbled streets, Gothic spires, Saxon walls, and the iconic Black Church in its bustling old town.
Day trip to Bran Castle, Peles Castle & Brasov
Live English-speaking tour guide
Audio guide in Spanish, French, Italian & Hebrew
Hotel pickup from designated locations
Entry tickets to the castles (Peles Castle 100 RON, Bran Castle 70 RON)
Bran Castle with medieval architecture on a rocky hill in Transylvania, Romania.
The mysterious castles of Romania
A day trip from Bucharest to the Gothic castles of Romania almost sounds too perfect! Hop into an AC vehicle and head towards Transylvania as you enjoy a picturesque route through the Carpathian Mountains. Ask all your questions about the Romanian attractions to your tour professional English-speaking driver or listen to an audio commentary available in Spanish, Italian, Hebrew, and French. The first stop is the Peles Royal Castle, the former residence of the Romanian Royal Family. You can purchase tickets to enter and explore this Neo-Renaissance castle, also known as Romania's most visited castle.
Continue your scenic drive through the Carpathian Mountains that'll take you to the mysterious Bran Castle, most popularly known as Dracula's Castle. Buy your tickets on the spot to enjoy a tour of this intriguing castle filled with dimly lit stairways, secret passages behind fireplaces, and ornate furniture once owned by royalty.
A walk through Brasov
Before heading back to Bucharest, you'll enjoy some spare time in Brasov, a medieval Romanian city. A short walking tour through the Old Town is a must, where you'll learn about the Saxons in Transylvania, gaze at well-preserved old-time architecture, notice iconic city landmarks like the Black Church, and discover famous streets like the Rope Street, Europe's second narrowest street.
Dining room with ornate wood furniture and tiled stove inside Bran Castle, Romania.
Peles Castle with ornate architecture surrounded by autumn trees in Sinaia, Romania.
Bran Castle with medieval architecture on a rocky hill in Transylvania, Romania.
Dining room with ornate wood furniture and tiled stove inside Bran Castle, Romania.
Peles Castle with ornate architecture surrounded by autumn trees in Sinaia, Romania.
Guided tour group in Peles Castle library, Romania, viewing ornate wooden bookshelves.
What to bring
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Bring comfortable shoes as there will be a significant amount of walking.
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Bring a valid photo ID if requested at pickup or entrance.
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If you wish to visit the interior of Peles Castle, purchase your entry ticket in advance from the official Peles Castle website and select the first or second time slot available on your tour date.
What’s not allowed
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Pets are not permitted on this tour.
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This tour is not suitable for children under 7 years of age.
Accessibility
- The tour may not be suitable for guests with limited mobility due to walking and uneven surfaces at the sites.
Additional information
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Peles Castle is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays; on these days, only the exterior and gardens are visited, and more time will be spent in Brasov.
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The order of site visits may vary depending on the season, weather, and opening hours.
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During official holidays and weekends, traffic may be heavier and the return to Bucharest may be later than scheduled (around 9pm–10pm).
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Peles Castle will be closed for general cleaning and preventive conservation from Nov 3 to Dec 2, 2025. During this period, visitors will have the opportunity to visit Pelisor Castle instead.
Medieval clock tower in Brașov's Council Square with tourists exploring.
Woman using audio guide on smartphone in a lush green forest setting.
Guided tour group in Peles Castle library, Romania, viewing ornate wooden bookshelves.
Medieval clock tower in Brașov's Council Square with tourists exploring.
Woman using audio guide on smartphone in a lush green forest setting.
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