A Taste of Transylvania: Bran & Peles Castles, Brasov Old Town
At a glance
A Taste of Transylvania: Bran & Peles Castles, Brasov Old Town is a 11h – 12h private experience in Bucharest, Romania, operated by Unveil Romania. Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 13 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $235.22 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Private transportation, Hotel pick-up & drop-off, Private licensed tour guide & driver.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Hotel pickup included
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 5 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 11h – 12h
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup included
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
One private day trip. Three different ages. A king’s palace, a vampire’s castle and a Teutonic town. Step into the shoes of kings & queens at Peles Royal Palace, unveil the myth of Dracula at Bran Castle and get enchanted by medieval Brasov. Leave busy Bucharest behind and cross the Carpathians into Transylvania for a tour that you won’t easily forget! To top it off, this is a fully private tour so you won't share a van/bus and you'll have the tour guide just for you. Thus, the visits at the castles and the whole day will be a more personal and enjoyable experience.
What's included
What's included
- Private transportation
- Hotel pick-up & drop-off
- Private licensed tour guide & driver
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Parking Fees
Not included
- Lunch or snacks are not included
- Peles Castle Ticket
- Bran Castle Ticket
Itinerary
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Stop 1
Your private guide will pick you up from your hotel in Bucharest and take you on a tour that you won't easily forget. In a single day trip you'll go through three different ages: a king’s palace (Peles), a vampire’s castle (Bran) and a Teutonic town (Brasov). It's time travelling time!
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Stop 2 · 2h
First stop? Go royal! Step into the shoes of kings & queens and explore Peles Palace, the former private retreat of Romania’s royal family. The beautiful mountain scenery and elegant gardens built on terraces add even more charm to this majestic 19th century palace. Inside, everything spells luxury: golden chandeliers, walnut tree carvings, marble fountains, secret chambers and a royal armory. Your private guide will offer a fully guided tour at the site.
Driving time from Bucharest to Peles: 2h -
Stop 3 · 2h
At the second stop, you’ll go even further back in time, during the late middle ages. Myths and legends swirl around the massive Bran Castle, a stone giant guarding the mountain pass into Transylvania since the 14th century. Count Dracula vs Prince Vlad the Impaler. Fiction vs facts. Your private guide will help you explore the castle, offering a fully guided tour inside. After the visit at the castle, you'll have a short stop nearby for lunch.
Driving time from Peles to Bran Castle: 1h -
Stop 4 · 45m
The tour’s grand finale? An epic medieval fantasy, started by the Teutonic Knights, one of the major crusader orders. We’ll visit the city of Brasov, founded by the knights in 1211 on top of an old Dacian site. Dramatically overlooked by Mount Tampa, the city’s medieval core is a myriad of narrow cobblestone streets, craft guilds, fortified towers, gatehouses or medieval decorated inns. Your guide will take you on a short walking tour around Council Square, the Black Church, Rope Street, Ecaterina Gate etc.
Driving time from Bran Castle to Brasov: 30 min -
Stop 5 · 15m
Our last stop before ending the walking tour of Brasov Old Town is at the famous Black Church, located right next to Council Square. After visiting the church exterior and learning about its tumultuous past, it's time to head back to Bucharest.
Driving time from Brasov to Bucharest: 3 hours, give or take, depending on traffic. (stop for refreshments/restroom included)
Meeting point
For pick-up, please select your hotel from the list or provide an exact address.
Your private guide will meet you in the hotel lobby, next to the reception desk.
We offer free pick-up & drop-off anywhere in Bucharest.
Good to know
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- NEW: Peles Castle will be closed from November 3rd until December 2nd for general cleaning and preventive conservation
- IMPORTANT: Castle entrance fees are not included – 100 RON (approx. €20) for Peleș Castle and 90 RON (approx. €17) for Bran Castle. Tickets can be purchased either on-site or online. We strongly recommend buying them online to ensure availability and reduce waiting time at the entrance. Once you book the tour, we will send you a link from where you may purchase the tickets.
- The interior of Peleș Palace is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. On these days, you can still visit the inner courtyard, royal gardens, servant quarters, and other exterior areas.
- Inside Bran Castle, there are several steps and a narrow corridor that may be difficult for visitors with limited mobility.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the A Taste of Transylvania: Bran & Peles Castles, Brasov Old Town take?
The experience lasts about 11h – 12h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $235.22 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Private transportation; Hotel pick-up & drop-off; Private licensed tour guide & driver; Air-conditioned vehicle; Parking Fees.
Where does it start?
For pick-up, please select your hotel from the list or provide an exact address. Your private guide will meet you in the hotel lobby, next to the reception desk. We offer free pick-up & drop-off anywhere in Bucharest.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 13 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Bucharest.
