Dracula's Castle, Brasov & Transylvania Guided Full-Day Tour

Explore the mystery and legends that swirl throughout Romania on this day tour from Bucharest to Transylvania. Uncover the Neo-Renaissance architecture of Peles Castle, soak in the eerie atmosphere that inspired Dracula, and stroll the medieval streets of picturesque Brasov.

Let your guide whisk you away to Sinaia, a quaint town nestled at the foot of the Bucegi Mountains. Here, discover the masterpiece that is Peles Castle, once home to the Romanian royal family. Stop to admire its dramatic turrets before heading inside to explore its 160 rooms. Wind your way through the halls to marvel at crystal chandeliers and gaze out the stained-glass windows to take in panoramic views of the pointed mountains set against crystal-blue skies.

Head north through Transylvania toward Bran Castle, a 13th-century fortress perched atop a 200-foot-high (61-m) rock. Twist your way through dimly lit stairways, underground passages, and rooms housing hundred-years-old weapons and torture devices. Listen as your guide captivates you with the myths and mysteries of Count Dracula that are steeped in the castle's history.

Your adventure concludes with a walking tour through the charming medieval town of Brasov, surrounded by the towering Carpathian Mountains. Meander through the historic center of the city, passing by the Gothic Black Church and the red-roofed buildings of Council Square. Finish your day with some free time to shop, eat, and explore on your own before heading back to Bucharest.