Dracula's Castle, Peles Castle and Brasov - Private Day Trip from Bucharest

5.0(271)13 hFree cancellationBy Day Trip Romania

About this activity

This is a private tour from Bucharest to Transylvania on a very picturesque route through the Carpathian Mountains allowing you to discover:

- Peles Castle - the most beautiful Neo-Renaissance Castle în Romanian.

- Bran (Dracula's) Castle - a national monument and landmark in Romania.

- Brasov city - the core of the historical Country of Transylvania.

EVERY MONDAY AND TUESDAY, PELES CASTLE IS CLOSED, ONLY THE EXTERIOR CAN BE VISITED

What's included

✓Hotel pickup and drop-off
✓WiFi on board
✓English speaking licensed guide and driver
✓Transportation by air-conditioned car / van

Not included

✕Lunch
✕Inside of Black Church
✕Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle)
✕Inside of Peleș Castle

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
EVERY MONDAY AND TUESDAY, PELES CASTLE IS CLOSED, ONLY THE EXTERIOR CAN BE VISITED
PELES CASTLE WILL BE CLOSED FOR GENERAL CLEANING AND PREVENTIVE CONSERVATION FROM NOVEMBER 3 TO DECEMBER 1, 2026., ONLY THE EXTERIOR CAN BE VISITED
IMPORTANT! 1) If you want to visit Peles Castle please buy tickets in advance only for the time slot (10:00-11:00 if you have the trip on Wednesday and for the rest of the week 9:15-11:00) because there is a maximum capacity of 500 tickets per time slot. 2) If you have your trip on Friday, Saturday or Sunday please check the availability of the time slot in advance. 3) If you made the booking but the tickets are already sold out you can buy tickets to Pelisor castle, which is also worth to be visited. The time slot that you have to choose here is (10:00-12:00 if you have the trip on Wednesday and for the rest of the week 9:15-12:00) 5) PLEASE DO NOT BUY TICKETS FOR OTHER TIME SLOTS THAN THE ONE MENTIONED ABOVE Tickets are available on the castle's official website starting from the 15th of the previous month for the following month.
From November 2 to December 1, 2026, Peleș Castle will be closed for general cleaning and preventive conservation; however, you will still be able to visit the exterior and the garden.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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