Tours/Brasov/Bran and Rasnov Castles Tour from Brasov
Viator · group up to 15 pax

Bran and Rasnov Castles Tour from Brasov

4.8(28)Brasov1 hour
VIATOR5.0(6)TRIPADVISOR4.8(22)

Description

Visit Bran Castle, also known also as " Dracula's Castle", and Rasnov Fortress in one complete tour. This is a 4-hour small-group tour departing from Brasov city center, driving through the wonderful Transylvanian Alps, the southern Carpathian Mountains. Discover the world famous Dracula's Castle in Bran, the impressive Peasants Citadel in Rasnov and learn about the history of Brasov county and Transylvania.

Tour Options

Entrance Fees Not Included
  • For this tour entrance fees are not included, you will pay them at the entrance of the museums. Cash/card for Bran Castle, cash only for Rasnov Fortress and for train ride up to the Fortress.
Entrance Fees Included
  • Bran Castle and Rasnov Fortress entrance fees included, train ride up to the fortress is included.

Itinerary

Admission included45 min

Enjoy a visit in the centre of Rasnov, climb up by elevator or train close to the fortress to the viewpoint, discover it's history and legends and enjoy the wonderful view of Brasov Plateau and the surrounding mountains. For the year 2020 and first part of 2021, the upper part of the fortress might be unavailable due to renovation.

Admission included60 min

Continue your journey for another 20-30 minutes, toward Bran Castle. Completed in 1388, this castle was built on a steep cliff between Măgura and Dealul Cetăţii, with an exceptional view of the nearby hills. Discover this world famous castle, learn about it's history and legends, especially the legend of Dracula.

Pass by

Return to Brasov, an approximate 40-minute drive, enjoying the view of the "Transylvanian Alps" along the way.Drop off at the pickup point.

Highlights

Bottled water
Tour escort/host
Local taxes
Transport by air-conditioned minibus or car

What's included

Included
Bottled water
Tour escort/host
Local taxes
Transport by air-conditioned minibus or car
Not included
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Other temporary exhibitions or private exhibitions
Entrance fees at Bran Castle and Rasnov Fortress (for “entrance fees not included” option).

Traveller Ratings

4.8
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Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • Not recommended for participants with serious medical conditions
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • Upper part of Rasnov fortress might not be available, year 2020-2022 renovation work.

Reviews(28)

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Virag_A
March 1, 2026
Friendly guide and...

Friendly guide and beautiful views of the castles. Well organised tour with plenty of freetime for photos and souvenirs.

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vir_gannas2023
February 28, 2026
Friendly guide and beautiful castles

The guide was brilliant, very friendly and trustworthy. The tour itself was well organised and we had plenty of time to enjoy the 2 castles and to take photos and have a coffee. Originally, I made the reservation for Bran and Rasnov castles, but it needed to be changed to Bran and Peles. The organiser contacted me on the day before about the change due to the closure of Rasnov (it is under renovation). The change was smooth and well communicated. I truly recommend this organiser and the trip, we spent a lovely day in the area.

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gioacchinof2026
February 2, 2026
Exceptional guide for Peles and Bran

We visited the castles of Peleș and Bran starting from Brașov with Florian and it was a really excellent experience in every respect. Florian is a very knowledgeable, passionate and professional guide, able to explain the history and curiosities of the places in an engaging and clear way. The organization of the tour was impeccable: comfortable transportation, well-managed times and no hurry during the visits. Everything has been carefully planned, allowing us to enjoy the castles without stress and with the right balance between explanations and free time. Florian speaks perfect Italian and English, he was always available and attentive to the needs of the group, creating a pleasant and relaxed atmosphere throughout the day. Thanks to him the visit was complete and truly memorable. We highly recommend it to anyone who wants to discover Peleș and Bran with a reliable, competent and well-organized guide.

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Elena_P
January 28, 2026
Tour of 10

If we combine extensive knowledge of the place, art and history, with proven experience and exquisite treatment, we will find a great guide like Florin. Professionalism and such a deal is hard to find. Florin is what we all look for when hiring a guided tour. Yesterday we had the opportunity to be accompanied by him and our satisfaction has been absolute. We recommend it without fear of mistake.

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marklN1412QV
October 31, 2025
Great tour with Sebastian

After a run of fairly miserable so-called castle tours, it was a great relief to meet Sebastian at Bran Castle. He was warm, welcoming and entertaining from the beginning.

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pedropS4744EB
July 6, 2025
MY RESERVATION IS CANCELED FOUR DAYS BEFORE THE DATE WITHOUT EXPLANATION.

THEY CANCELLED THE RESERVATION I HAD FOR OVER A MONTH FOUR DAYS BEFORE THE DATE WITHOUT ANY EXPLANATION. YOU CALL CUSTOMER SERVICE AND THEY BLAME THE TOUR OPERATOR. I DON'T KNOW IF IT'S TRIPADVISOR, VIATOR OR FLIP FLOP TOURS' FAULT. IT SEEMS LIKE A SCAM EXCURSION TO ME, NOT SERIOUS. IN SHORT, A SHAMEFUL SERVICE. I AM CLEAR THAT I WILL NOT BOOK ANYTHING WITH THEM AGAIN.

Operator response

Hi Pedro! First of all, we canceled one week before, enough time for you to find an alternative. Second - we don’t want to cancel so we always have a reason, it was an emergency happening unfortunately, as can happen with all companies, some much larger than us. Third - the tour is real and at least very good.

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Natalie_M
May 13, 2025
Unforgettable Experience with Breathtaking Views and a Fantastic Host

We had a fantastic visit to Bran Castle and Râșnov Fortress! The scenery was absolutely stunning, making the trip even more memorable. Our host was excellent—friendly, welcoming, and incredibly knowledgeable, which added so much depth and context to the experience. A truly wonderful trip that I’d highly recommend to anyone visiting the area!

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katiehG6911YO
May 1, 2024
Excellent tour with Florin

Florin was an excellent tour guide. It genuinely felt like we were with a well informed friend. He adjusted the tour to accommodate disability as well. We set off from Brasov at 8.30 and would definitely recommend the same as Bran Castle was near empty when we arrived, getting much busier by the time we left. Florín gave personal recommendations and was incredibly knowledgeable about the history of all of Transylvania. A great morning!

Operator response

Thank you, Katie! More than kind review! We try the best to accommodate anyone, Bran Castle is not very easy to walk, but we adjust as much as possible. Very happy to help! Best regards!

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mirunac2016
September 17, 2023
Beautiful tour with wonderful guide!

Florin was an incredible tour guide who showed us the beauty of Brasov and surrounding Carpathian area with its amazing historic sites. He is very knowledgeable about the local history and is completely fluent in multiple languages. The drive was very smooth and Florin helps you skip wait times at the castles. Great value for the price, we would highly recommend him as your guide for the area, do not even hesitate to book with him!

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bako777
June 2, 2022
Loved the tour

Loved the tour. Florin had in depth knowledge about the castles, the history, knew a lot of intresting facts. He also has very good knowledge about country history, geopolitics , country culture, economics etc. Florin is very friendly and approachable I felt comfortable asking questions about anything. I very much recommend Florin.

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Operator response

Dear Aleksandra, thank you again for booking and for your kind review, it was a pleasure to travel together. Best regards! Florin

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