Private Tour
Private Day Trip to Peles and Bran from Bucharest
Overview
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Branch out from busy Bucharest on a day trip to country’s most famous castles: Bran and Peles. Avoid the headache of public transit and enjoy the comfort of private round trip transportation from your hotel. You set the pace as your guide narrates your visits to Dracula’s Castle and the royal summer residence. This tour represents a perfect way to learn about Romania's rich history and historical monuments, cultural diversity and also exploring one of the most interesting mountain areas in the country.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Good to know:
Entrance fees updated for 2025 (Standard tour Peles - 100 LEI, photo included / Bran ticket - 70 LEI, photo included)
Peles Summer Schedule 15th May to 15th September - Tuesday to Sunday. Monday closed. (Visit instead Cantacuzino Palace.)
Peles Winter Schedule 15th September to 15th May - Wednesday to Sunday. Monday and Tuesday closed. (Visit instead Cantacuzino Palace.)
Cantacuzino Palace (Standard tour)
Peles is closed during the month of November every year for maintenance.
In November, you can visit instead of Peles the Pelisor castle.
Not recommended for participants with back problems.
During summer weekends and national holidays, due to busy traffic on DN1, the return to Bucharest might be delayed a few hours.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Peles Castle
Visit the summer residence of the first king of Romania, King Carol I of Romania: Peles Castle in Sinaia. Entrance not included (price for standard tour at the moment is 30 LEI/ person no photo permit). IMPORTANT NOTE: Peles Castle is closed on certain dates. It will be substituted with a visit at Cantacuzino Palace in Busteni resort, a fascinating monument with excellent views of Caraiman mountain. Peles castle is closed for visiting: Summer: closed on Mondays. Winter: closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. In November: Peles Castle is closed for the entire month for maintenance.
Bran Castle
Visit the world famous Bran Castle. This construction is considered to be one of the most visited castles in Europe! Entrance not included (price for entrance ticket at the moment is 40LEI/ person photo included). Free time for lunch and shopping for traditional souvenirs near the castle. You will be transferred back to Bucharest in the evening. Arrival time approximately 6:00 PM.
What‘s Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
Private guided tour of Peles National Museum
Transport by air-conditioned station wagon/ minivan
Private guided tour of Bran Castle
Entrance fees at Peles and Bran castles
Food and drinks
Pickup points
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Private Day Trip to Peles and Bran from Bucharest
Pickup included
Reviews
5 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A great day of Romanian touring
MarlaN 11,Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did a slightly abbreviated version of this tour, without going to Bran to shorten our day a bit, as we requested. This worked out great for us. Dan Nica is a first rate tour guide. He is very knowledgeable and pleasant, a great teacher and a great driver which is very important on the very busy roads of the Bucharest area. He gave us insight into the regional history and perspective on the country all while showing us beautiful sights. It’s no wonder why Rick Steves recommends him and we recommend him as well. You won’t go wrong touring the region with Dan.
Excellent trip and guide
Lauren F,May 17, 2019
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a wonderful day! Our guide was very knowledgeable and made the day incredibly interesting. I would definitely recommend this private trip as we were able to receive more information than we would have on a larger coach trip. Definitely one for those interested in history.
Our private trip was absolutely...
da2roadrunners,Nov 14, 2017
- Review from Viator
5.00Our private trip was absolutely excellent. Our tour guide was great and very knowledgeable about Transylvania. We had a great time and highly recommend this private tour.
Trip was provided by an Individual...
Bronwyn S,May 7, 2017
- Review from Viator
5.00Trip was provided by an Individual not Company and overall an awesome experience, with a considerate guide who has good command of Englsh,
The Palace Peles is the most...
Lucy L,Apr 17, 2016
- Review from Viator
5.00The Palace Peles is the most beautiful castle I have ever seen in Europe with very fine and detail inside of the castle. Our Tour Guid, Dan is extremely professional, nice and taking care all of us. It 's wonderful trip while we stay in Romania
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