Dracula's Castle & Peles Castle Day Trip from Bucharest

Day Trip Details

After being picked up from your hotel or chosen meeting point in Bucharest, we'll head north through the mythical forests of Transylvania.

Our first stop takes place in Sinaia. In this mountainous town of Wallachia, we'll visit the imposing Peles Castle. Its palatial halls were used by the Romanian royal family as their summer residence. You'll tour the wide halls, beautifully decorated according to taste at the end of the 19th century, when King Charles I began its construction.

We'll then head to the historic city of Brașov. As we make our way there, we'll learn about this city and its main monuments. Upon arrival, you'll have 1.5 hours of free time to stroll the historic city center or grab lunch at any of the local restaurants nearby.

Once you've had lunch, we'll head over to Bran's Castle to learn about one of Romania's most famous characters, Vlad “The Impaler”, a sinister character from the 15th century. This figure inspired the famous Bram Stoker novel, “Dracula”. As you explore the corridors, you'll gain a deeper understanding of how the myth developed, as well as how this character became an icon of popular culture and a symbol of Transylvania.

After exploring Bran's Castle, we'll start our return journey back to Bucharest and admire the delightful scenic views from the vehicle.

Tickets

Please note that tickets are not included in the tour price. We recommend purchasing them in advance, as they tend to sell out quickly, especially on weekends and public holidays.

We recommend booking at least 7 days in advance, but no earlier than 30 days before the visit, as tickets are not released any earlier. Last minute bookings carry the risk of not finding available tickets for Peleș Castle. In such cases, you may choose to visit Pelișor Castle instead.

For the entrance to Peles Castle, you'll have to select a time slot between 9 am and 11:45 am.

For the entrance to Bran Castle, you do not need to specify a time slot.

On your booking voucher, we'll provide you with links to where you can purchase these tickets.

Itinerary Changes

Please keep in mind that Peles Castle is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays year-round. If you do your tour on a Monday or Tuesday, instead of visiting the inside, we'll see Peles Castle from the outside and, as an added plus, we'll visit an exhibition on medieval torture instruments in Bran.

The itinerary is subject to change depending on traffic and seasonal events like holidays. If visiting during peak season, expect long lines and wait times.