Private Tour
Bucharest: Brown Bears Sanctuary & Bran-Dracula's Castle day trip
Overview
Available languages
Mobile ticket
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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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.
What‘s Included
Professional drivers / English licenced tour-guide!
Pickup and drop-off to your hotel/address!
Visit Bran-Dracula's Castle
Visits Zarnesti Libearty Bears Sanctuary
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.
Options
Bucharest: Brown Bears Sanctuary & Bran-Dracula's Castle day trip
Pickup included
Reviews
5 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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!
Excelent trip & tour guide
D3600BVanamariam,Feb 12, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was an excellent trip due to a combination of nature and history. We went to Brown Bears Sanctuary and see them in captivity. After we went to Dracula Castle where we were impressed by all the history. Our tour guide Johnny take care of everything and we had a great time.
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