Bucharest: Brown Bears Sanctuary & Bran-Dracula's Castle day trip
Overview
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Join a memorable small-group tour (maximum 18 participants) to two of Romania’s most iconic attractions: the Brown Bear Sanctuary in Zarnesti and the legendary Bran Castle. The tour is conducted exclusively in English and starts early at 7:00 AM, as access to the sanctuary is limited to a specific time slot.
Begin your experience at the sanctuary, where rescued brown bears now live in a protected natural forest. Walk along scenic paths and observe these incredible animals while learning about their rescue stories and the importance of wildlife conservation.
Afterward, continue to Bran Castle, also known as Dracula’s Castle. Discover the history behind this impressive medieval fortress, explore its mysterious rooms and passageways, and enjoy stunning views of the Carpathian Mountains.
This well-paced tour offers a perfect mix of nature, history, and legend in an intimate group setting.
Not suitable for pregnant womens, people with heart problems, kids unde 6 years old.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Not suitable for kids unde 5 years old (Brown Bears Sanctuary rulles)
Tour douration 10 hours, depending by traffic. On some days, traffic can be congested due to cars or road maintenance work.
What To Expect
Brasov Historical Center
Join a memorable small-group tour (maximum 18 participants) to two of Romania’s most iconic attractions: the Brown Bear Sanctuary in Zarnesti and the legendary Bran Castle. The tour is conducted exclusively in English and starts early at 7:00 AM, as access to the sanctuary is limited to a specific time slot. Begin your experience at the sanctuary, where rescued brown bears now live in a protected natural forest. Walk along scenic paths and observe these incredible animals while learning about their rescue stories and the importance of wildlife conservation. Afterward, continue to Bran Castle, also known as Dracula’s Castle. Discover the history behind this impressive medieval fortress, explore its mysterious rooms and passageways, and enjoy stunning views of the Carpathian Mountains. This well-paced tour offers a perfect mix of nature, history, and legend in an intimate group setting. Not suitable for pregnant womens, people with heart problems, kids unde 6 years old.
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Bucharest: Brown Bears Sanctuary & Bran-Dracula's Castle day trip
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Professional drivers / English licenced tour-guide!
Visit Bran-Dracula's Castle
Visits Zarnesti Libearty Bears Sanctuary
Pickup and drop-off to your hotel/address!
Transportation by cars, minivans and minibuses in perfect working and cleaning!
Entrance fees Drinks Lunch Photo and video fees
Entry ticket to Brawn Bears Sanctuary 90 Lei / person
Entry ticket to Bran Castle 100 Lei / Adult
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Meeting points
Brasov Historical Center
Piazza Sfatului Brasov Romania
End points
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
11 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Bran Castle and Bear Sanctuary
M7492JXjustynab,May 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Extraordinary time. We recommend this trip with our guide - Ionut!
Very nice experience
Sightseer65663647407,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very nice day trip thanks to our guide Ionut. In addition to his kindness he taught us a lot about José about Romanian culture and history. He was very attentive to our expectations with great kindness throughout the day. Thank you very much for this experience. We enjoyed it.
Excellent excursion!!
paulinelG277UN,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent day outside Bucharest! Ionut is an excellent guide and adapts to our requests (initially excursion only with bear sanctuary and Bran Castle but we were also able to go for a walk in the city of Brasov). He also takes the time to answer our questions and explain the history of the city of Bucharest and the places we visit. I highly recommend!
Extraordinary day in Romania
L1038MOalexanderf,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was perfectly planned. A very nice little group. (Only 6 people) We had a great time. Our guide was unique, a very likeable young man with a lot of knowledge of what he likes to share. His name is Ionut. The bus was very comfortable and well air conditioned. The tour at the bear enclosure was very good, we saw many bears and wolves. Bran Castle was also very interesting. We had a lot of time to look at everything in peace.
Beautiful scenic tour!
XPL2306,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00First time in Romania and what a fantastic way to discover this beautiful country. Ionut is a great guide who is open minded and willing to make unexpected changes during the course of the day. He is of course very knowledgeable of both the history and the culture of the country. The best sanctuary was worth a visit considering how badly treated bears have been treated in the past. Altogether a great day with wonderful scenery.
Bears sanctuary and Dracula’s castle
H7105THelenal,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thank you very much to Ionut for this tour. It is a very good guide that is flexible. I recommend it to you.
Highly recommend!
H4580NLmelanied,Jul 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Highly recommend! This trip was amazing from start to finish! Our host was friendly and knowledgeable and we made good time visiting all the sights! A great trip travelling with children also.
Amazing day in Brasov
sharandeeph,Jul 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing time on this tour! The kids loved the bear sanctuary and dracula's Castle. The tour guide was very friendly and punctual. He explained everything so well. Would definitely recommend.
6 stars, plus watermelon
simontravelsearth,Jul 26, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.006 stars, friendly and fun, while also professional and respectable! Also went out of his way to help me buy a watermelon! Catered the tour to our needs and gave us a very memorable day in Romania with all the best sights and watermelons!
Highly recommended
giuseppep170,May 6, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It has been fantastic to have Ionut as our guide. We appreciated his kindness, clearness and experience! Good opportunity to find out a lot of interesting facts regarding these castles!
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