Overview
Explore the roots of Dracula's legend on a day tour and visit two of Transylvania's most famous castles on a semi private tour, with maximum 5 people. You will be picked up from your hotel between 07:00 and 08:00 am and the transportation will be made by minivan equipped with top of the range interior.
On the way to our first stop your guide will make you an overview perspective about the places that will be visited and approach topics like Romania's Latin roots, Early Medieval times and the Muslim threat, Vlad the Impaler between myth and reality, Modern Romania and Hohenzollern Dynasty, Collapse of the Monarchy and the rise of communism.
After visiting Bran Castle you will have a nice lunch in a traditional food restaurant and you will hear about the origins and influences of the Romanian cuisine. On the way back to Bucharest you can enjoy the car's DVD system and watch thematic movies about Peles Castle and communist times.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Local guide
Driver/guide
Surcharges on fuel
Food and drinks
Tickets
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What to expect
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Bucegi Mountains
Start your day by enjoying the amazing views that the most important passageway between the principalities of Wallachia and Transylvania has to offer. Prahova Valley is the most important destination for mountaineers and for winter sports fan in Romania.
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Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle)
1 hour 30 min
At the medieval Bran Castle, commonly known as "Dracula's Castle", you will have the chance to immerse yourself into the legend of Vlad the Impaler, the main character of the Bram Stoker novel.
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Peles Castle
1 hour 30 min
The last royal estate of the Romanian monarchy, Peles Castle is built at the end of the 19th-century during more than 40 years of craftmanship, the castle represents a blend of neo-Renaissance and Gothic Revival architectural styles. Its interior has over 170 rooms decorated in different consecrated styles like Florentine, Turkish, Moorish, French and imperial, etc.
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Bucharest
30 min
Back to your hotel
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
- Monday and Tuesday Peles Castle is closed and we will visit Rasnov Medieval Citadel
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 5 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Dracula and Peles Castles Premium Tour with Hotel pick-up
Can I cancel Dracula and Peles Castles Premium Tour with Hotel pick-up for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 12–14 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Local guide
- Driver/guide
- Surcharges on fuel
What's not included?
- Food and drinks
- Tickets
Which places does it visit?
It visits Bucegi Mountains, Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle), Peles Castle.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Bike the City
