Dracula's Castle, Peles Castle and Brasov - Private Day Trip from Bucharest
Overview
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This is a private tour from Bucharest to Transylvania on a very picturesque route through the Carpathian Mountains allowing you to discover:
- Peles Castle - the most beautiful Neo-Renaissance Castle în Romanian.
- Bran (Dracula's) Castle - a national monument and landmark in Romania.
- Brasov city - the core of the historical Country of Transylvania.
EVERY MONDAY AND TUESDAY, PELES CASTLE IS CLOSED, ONLY THE EXTERIOR CAN BE VISITED
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
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
EVERY MONDAY AND TUESDAY, PELES CASTLE IS CLOSED, ONLY THE EXTERIOR CAN BE VISITED
PELES CASTLE WILL BE CLOSED FOR GENERAL CLEANING AND PREVENTIVE CONSERVATION FROM NOVEMBER 3 TO DECEMBER 2, 2025., ONLY THE EXTERIOR CAN BE VISITED
IMPORTANT! 1) If you want to visit Peles Castle please buy tickets in advance only for the time slot (10:00-11:00 if you have the trip on Wednesday and for the rest of the week 9:15-11:00) because there is a maximum capacity of 500 tickets per time slot. 2) If you have your trip on Friday, Saturday or Sunday please check the availability of the time slot in advance. 3) If you made the booking but the tickets are already sold out you can buy tickets to Pelisor castle, which is also worth to be visited. The time slot that you have to choose here is (10:00-12:00 if you have the trip on Wednesday and for the rest of the week 9:15-12:00) 5) PLEASE DO NOT BUY TICKETS FOR OTHER TIME SLOTS THAN THE ONE MENTIONED ABOVE Tickets are available on the castle's official website starting from the 15th of the previous month for the following month.
What To Expect
Peles Castle
Peleș Castle is a Neo-Renaissance castle in the Carpathian Mountains, near Sinaia, in Prahova County, Romania, on an existing medieval route linking Transylvania and Wallachia, built between 1873 and 1914. Its inauguration was held in 1883. It was constructed for King Carol I.
Bran Castle
Bran Castle, Romanian Castelul Bran, medieval stronghold in the Transylvanian Alps (Southern Carpathian Mountains) of Brașov county, central Romania. Popularly—if inaccurately—identified with the fictional Castle Dracula, Bran Castle is one of Romania’s top tourist attractions.
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Dracula's Castle, Peles Castle and Brasov - Private Day Trip from Bucharest
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
WiFi on board
English speaking licensed guide and driver
Transportation by air-conditioned car / van
Lunch
Inside of Black Church
Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle)
Inside of Peleș Castle
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
235 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful Tour!
Sophie N,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A great tour thank you Pavel! He was on time, and gave us a wonderful day visiting the castles and then lunch in Brasov. He gave lots of facts too! I would 100% recommend - we loved the tour and we loved Pavel!
Castles in the forest and mountains with beauty
Jeff V,May 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Peles Castle is amazing and should not missed. Dracula Castle it’s fun to see and doesn’t necessarily need to be toured on the inside. Brasov really wasn’t anything incredible but it did add time to the trip. I would definitely do the trip as a private tour as opposed to a big Bus tour.
Lots of gratitude from Turkish Family
Akin P,May 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an excellent trip to Peles and Bran Castle as well as Brasov with our outstanding guide Bogdan, who was very helpful, knowledgeable and kind. Apart from giving information to the places we visited, we were very pleased to have conversation about the world politics, history, economy and sports. He was a qualified, intellectual man and he also helped us to taste some local food in a good restaurant in the village which we really liked. On the other hand, his car was very comfortable, quite big and very clean. We had such a wonderful day. Thank you very much Bogdan. We are happy to meet you.
Great country - Great guide (Alexandru).
Daniel Z,May 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Everything was perfect, on time, super friendly, and individual wishes were accommodated! Alexandru, our guide, was very attentive and nice!!! He could tell a lot about the history of Romania with profound knowledge.
Fantastic Day Trip
Timothy C,May 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience with a local guide that knew every detail. He arranged to arrive at the different locations to avoid the long lines and crowds. His knowledge was impeccable. Comfortable transportation. Took to authentic cuisine. Great experience.
Best Castle Trip in Romania
timwc845,May 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing trip with a fantastic tour guide. Bogdan was a true professional that knew every detail about the castles, towns, businesses, people and culture. We had a great lunch together with authentic Romanian specialties. Bogdan drove us professionally and spoke about where we were headed and what to expect. Guiding us through the ins and outs of each location, with pertinent information that a group tour would miss. He showed us the best locations to take photographs, arrived at the best times to avoid crowds, and pointed out the details that most would miss. Great trip and experience with a great tour guide. Professional and courteous.
8/10
Adventure791533,May 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00All very good, only flaw in Dracula's castle I expected something more. Paid rooms and not working. Beautiful castle of Peles, but I'm sorry I could not go to visit Brasov, due to an unexpected, although in its place we visited another very nice town
Book This!!
Valeri F,May 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Absolutely stellar experience! Our private day trip to Dracula’s Castle, Peleș Castle, and Brașov was unforgettable, and Pavel was a huge reason why. From the very beginning, Pavel was professional, kind, knowledgeable, and incredibly easy to spend the day with. He kept everything organized and stress-free, which made the long day feel smooth and enjoyable. He shared fascinating history and local insight without making it feel like a lecture, and he knew exactly how to balance information, humor, and time to explore. Peleș Castle was absolutely breathtaking, Bran Castle was such a fun and iconic experience, and Brașov was charming and beautiful. Pavel helped make each stop feel special, and he was thoughtful about timing, photos, recommendations, and making sure we were comfortable throughout the day. This was one of the best tours we’ve taken, and I would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Romania. Pavel is an outstanding guide, and we are so grateful for the experience!
Oh my goodness 😍
Andrea M,May 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful day out of the hustle & bustle of Bucharest. Excellent tour and highly recommended. Our guide was extremely informative. The highlight for me was Brasov. Each stop was a treat for the eyes and held its own history. Thank you!
Beyond expectations.
rickwQ3157XT,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Even though our tour with Bogdon was a full day , it didn’t seem long because he filled it with rich history and interesting details. He knows the locals and they know him! He was able to offer us a few perks that other tours can’t because of this. He was able to bring the castle and area history alive for us in an easy to understand story. Bogdon’s accent was easy to listen to also! Our favorite part, besides the castles, was the delicious local food we had, especially the Papanisi!!!!! On another note, I can get motion sickness with some tour drivers but Bogdon delivered a smooth and entirely safe ride. We would absolutely do this tour again.
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