Small-Group Day Trip to Dracula's Castle, Brasov and Peles Castle
Description
This is a small group full-day tour from Bucharest to Transylvania on a very picturesque route through the Carpathian Mountains allowing you to discover two of the most beautiful Romanian castles - Peles Castle & Bran (Dracula's) Castle - as well as the city of Brasov in south Transylvania.
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Itinerary
Our first visit is to Peles Castle, the former residence of the Romanian Royal Family and the most visited castle in Romania. Tickets are not included, please purchase them on the Peles Castle official website. Please choose only the first time slot for this castle 9:15–12:00 or 10:00–12:00, depending on the day. If you prefer not to visit the interior, you can enjoy the castle gardens or relax at a nearby café. Your guide will share interesting stories and history during the visit. *Please be aware that Peles Castle will be closed between 3 November and 2 December for cleaning & restauration. In this period we will see Peles Castle from outside and visit Pelisor Castle instead.
As we arrive in Brasov city, you will have a short guided walking tour of Brasov downtown and some free time to explore yourself and have a lunch break.
Tickets are not included. We expect to be there between 16:15 and 17:45, so please choose a 16:00 or 17:00 time slot. Select a Standard Ticket or Royal Tour Plus Fast Pass (please do not select a guided tour, as your TravelMaker guide will already provide all the explanations you need).
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
- JW Marriott Bucharest Grand Hotel, 90 Calea 13 Septembrie, Bucharest – pick-up at 07:30 - Grand Hotel Bucharest (former Intercontinental), Bulevardul Balcescu Nicolae 4, Bucharest – pick-up at 08:00 - TravelMaker Romana Square Meeting Point - pick-up at 08:05 - TravelMaker Free Press Square Meeting Point - pick-up at 08:15
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age is 7 years
- Please note that we operate this tour with small groups (maximum 16 people)
- Please put a note in your reservation if you require an audio guide (Italian, Spanish or French)
- The order of the visits depends on the season, weather & the opening hours.
- Tickets to Peles Castle are not included in the tour price. If you wish to visit the interior, please purchase your tickets in advance directly from the official Peles Castle website. We recommend booking only the first or second time slot available on your selected date. Ticket availability is limited daily, so please book as soon as possible after confirming your tour.
- Peles Castle will be closed for general cleaning and preventive conservation from Nov 3 to Dec 2, 2025. During this period, visitors will have the opportunity to visit Pelisor Castle instead.
- Not recommended for people with impaired mobility.
Reviews(992)
Very interesting full day. Peles Castle (booked on line in advance. It sells out quicky) Beautiful castle and worth the visit. Brasov town was nice. Dracula's castle. It's quite the climb to the castle on a long ramp. Lots of stairs in the castle. We booked tickets on line and did the Royal fast pass, including the torture exhibit and time tunnel. You get a free photo at the end of the time tunnel and you don't have to go down the long ramp. Bonus! Matthew was our guide and he was excellent. Knowledgeable and personable. The driver that we had drove fast.
The trip was beautiful but a very long day even if there were no blocks. Invasion Palace is a charming place and worth visiting. On Bern Castle, I think you can give up and drive straight to Barzou so you can have lunch and walk around without running from place to place.
We booked this tour because the description stated the van had air conditioning. The air conditioning did not work the entire time, this made the many hours spent in the van miserable. The locations we visited were beautiful and I highly recommend them, but I would not book with this company during the summer months.
We are very sorry that the air conditioning stopped working during your tour and understand how uncomfortable this must have been on a hot summer day. All of our vehicles are equipped with air conditioning. Unfortunately, this was an unexpected technical issue that affected A SINGLE VEHICLE FOR JUST ONE DAY —the only such incident we have experienced in recent years. While this does not excuse the inconvenience, we hope it reassures future travelers that this was an exceptional situation rather than our usual standard. We are glad you enjoyed the beautiful places visited and sincerely apologize that this unexpected issue affected your experience.
We have just returned from this all day tour and can only give it 5 star ..Tour guide Serban was fantastic , great character, and made the trip very enjoyable and fun. Driver always on time and smooth journey all the way. We Thank you for this memorable day.
The trip to the castles was an absolute must-do experience, and our guide made it truly unforgettable. He was punctual, knowledgeable, helpful, and went above and beyond at every opportunity to ensure we had a fantastic day. It was clear that he genuinely cared about our experience, and his great sense of humour made the journey even more enjoyable. We highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting the area. From start to finish, everything was handled with exceptional comfort and professionalism.
Van's AC did not work, so the 5 hour drive was hot, I thought it was a tour, it was not it was transportation with a short talk along the way. Basically, 'we are at the castle, the entrance is that way, be back in an hour'. Not worth it, go with someone else.
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are sincerely sorry that your experience did not meet your expectations. Regarding the air conditioning, we would like to apologize for the inconvenience. Unfortunately, the air conditioning system broke down at the beginning of the tour on Sunday. Please note that all of our vehicles are equipped with air conditioning, and this was an unexpected technical issue. We would also like to clarify that our guides provide extensive information throughout the journey, covering a wide range of topics related to Romania, including the history of the castles, the Romanian Royal Family, local traditions, and the legends surrounding the Dracula myth. Our goal is to ensure that guests gain a deeper understanding of the places they visit, both during the drive and at each stop. As described in our tour itinerary, our guides do not accompany guests inside the castles. Instead, they provide detailed historical context and explanations before each visit, allowing guests to explore at their own pace. At Peleș Castle in particular, visitors can find extensive information displayed in multiple languages throughout the various rooms and exhibits. We regret that the tour did not match your expectations and appreciate your comments, as they help us improve our services. Thank you again for your feedback.
So much communication and information given. Good tour and would recommend. Just remember it is a long day!
Serban was an excellent guide. He really made the day actioned packed, he was very knowledgeable of past and present history. We really enjoyed his commentary and guidance.
Very enjoyable trip. Brasov is a lovely place. Peles castle was beautiful although very busy. It’s a long day but worth it
A brilliant day trip! Had plenty of time to go around without feeling rushed and in small group makes it even better! Serban was our guide and he was brilliant! Very knowledgeable but also very entertaining! He definitely made the trip that extra special!
