Overview
The PRIVATE day tour will take you to visit the famous Bran "Dracula's" Castle then further to Rasnov Peasant Fortress and to the unique Peles Palace in Sinaia. There will be time to explore each place and also shop some of the homemade / handmade souvenirs.
A professional guide will lead the tour and will share with you all the legends and stories as well as the myth vs truth of Vlad The Impaller.
The tour will run at your own pace, giving you enough time to explore more and immerse into the stories and legends.
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There are a few options to run the trip: private tour in English or in German / Spanish / French, but there are also options of choosing the extended visits at Peles Palace or the "Special" treat at Bran Castle.
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There is also the option of booking this tour as an OPEN group departure, where other people might join the same tour - there will be small groups for each day departure.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Hotel pickup and drop-off for the private options
Professional guide
Entrance tickets are included according to each tour option
Driver/guide
Special lunch meal included only for the Exclusive tour option
Food and drinks, except the Exclusive tour option that has meal included on Bran Castle grounds
Hotel PickUp / DropOff not available for OpenGroup Tours
Rasnov Fortress is for 20 months under temporary restoration process. Outside garden can be visited.
Rasnov Fortress access - is temporary available only in the outside garden, due to maintenance work
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Good to know
there are a number of stairs on this tour to visit every castle.
At Rasnov fortress there is uneven terrain.
Wear comfortable shoes. the tour is not suitable/friendly for people with walking disabilities.
Rasnov Fortress access - is temporary available only in the outside garden, due to maintenance work.
What to expect
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Brasov Day Tours
8 hours
The 3 Castle tour will take you to explore the most impressive castles in the south Transylvanian region.
the guide will pick you up from the hotel and after a transfer you will visit the Peles Palace in Sinaia, the Pearl of The Carpathians and the Royal Summer Residence. You will be impressed by the superb decorations of the inner rooms.
Then you will continue with transfer to step inside the Bran Castle, well known as Dracula's Castle, where you will find out the legend vs. truth of Vlad the Impaler. You will have some free time for a snack lunch, then you will continue the tour to visit the Peasant Fortrees of Rasnov, located on top of the nearby hill. See the walled fortress and learn about the history of the German saxons in Transylvania and about their way of evolution.
Return to the town of Brasov where the tour ends. -
Peles Castle
1 hour 30 min
the Royal Summer Residence, a great Palace to visit. with superbly decorated rooms and saloons.
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Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle)
1 hour
an inside visit to the famous Bran Castle.
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Rasnov Citadel: Garden and Panoramic View
45 min
a Peasant Fortress built atop of the hill overloong the medieval town, used to protect the vilaggers against the invading migrators.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Bucharest).
Additional Information
- Instead of Rasnov Fortress, alternative visit options are available along the way that can be set directly with the guide.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Private Day Tour from Brasov to Rasnov Fortress
Can I cancel Private Day Tour from Brasov to Rasnov Fortress for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 8 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- Hotel pickup and drop-off for the private options
- Professional guide
- Entrance tickets are included according to each tour option
- Driver/guide
- Special lunch meal included only for the Exclusive tour option
What's not included?
- Food and drinks, except the Exclusive tour option that has meal included on Bran Castle grounds
- Hotel PickUp / DropOff not available for OpenGroup Tours
- Rasnov Fortress is for 20 months under temporary restoration process. Outside garden can be visited.
- Rasnov Fortress access - is temporary available only in the outside garden, due to maintenance work
Which places does it visit?
It visits Brasov Day Tours, Peles Castle, Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle), Rasnov Citadel: Garden and Panoramic View.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in German, English, French, Spanish.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Brasov Day Tours - Active Holidays
