Explore Romania’s royal heritage with a scenic tour of Bran, Peles, Pelisor, and Cantacuzino castles, plus Sinaia Monastery. Discover breathtaking views and rich history.
Explore Romania’s royal heritage with a scenic tour of Bran, Peles, Pelisor, and Cantacuzino castles, plus Sinaia Monastery. Discover breathtaking views and rich history.
- Bran Castle (Dracula’s Castle) - Completed in 1382, this medieval fortress majestically perches on a rocky cliff between Măgura and Dealul Cetății, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape. Explore its historic halls and discover the mysteries and legends of Count Dracula that have made this castle renowned worldwide. Guided tours…
- Bran Castle (Dracula’s Castle) - Completed in 1382, this medieval fortress majestically perches on a rocky cliff between Măgura and Dealul Cetății, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape. Explore its historic halls and discover the mysteries and legends of Count Dracula that have made this castle renowned worldwide. Guided tours inside are exclusively conducted by the Bran Castle Team for an additional fee of 12 euros. However, we can accompany you inside and provide some explanations, though we are not permitted to guide within.
- Peles Castle - The summer residence of Romania’s first King, Carol I of Hohenzollern-Sigmaringen, and his wife, Queen Elisabeth of Wied. Peles Castle was constructed between 1873-1914, based on the designs of the chief architect Karel Liman. You will be guided in English by a team member or directly by the Castle Guide, exploring over 160 rooms, each showcasing a different style (Venetian, Turkish, Imperial, French, etc.).
- Pelisor Castle - Pelisor Castle is the delightful younger sibling of Peles Castle - smaller, more intimate, yet with a distinct personality and artistic charm. Built between 1899-1902 at the request of Carol I as a gift to his nephew Ferdinand I and Queen Marie of Romania. You will be guided inside by one of our team members or the staff of Pelisor Castle.
- Manastirea Sinaia - This is one of Romania’s most significant religious and historical landmarks and is the namesake of the entire town of Sinaia. Constructed in 1695 by Prince Mihail Cantacuzino following his pilgrimage to Mount Sinai in Egypt, where he visited the renowned Saint Catherine’s Monastery.
- Cantacuzino Castle - Cantacuzino Castle is another gem of Romania’s mountain region - elegant, historic, and surrounded by breathtaking mountain scenery. Built between 1901-1911 by Prince Gheorghe Grigore Cantacuzino, one of the wealthiest men in Romania at the time.

- Free water bottle
- Professional English speaking tour leader
- Free Wifi available in the Van/car
- Skip the line to get the tickets for Castles
- Free water bottle
- Professional English speaking tour leader
- Free Wifi available in the Van/car
- Skip the line to get the tickets for Castles
- Lunch
- Entrance fees
- Lunch
- Entrance fees
The tour kicks off at the designated meeting spot in the center of Brașov. From there, embark on a picturesque 30 to 40-minute drive to the iconic Bran Castle. Completed in 1382, this medieval stronghold majestically perches on a rocky cliff between Măgura and Dealul Cetății, providing stunning views of the surrounding scenery.
The adventure continues…
The tour kicks off at the designated meeting spot in the center of Brașov. From there, embark on a picturesque 30 to 40-minute drive to the iconic Bran Castle. Completed in 1382, this medieval stronghold majestically perches on a rocky cliff between Măgura and Dealul Cetății, providing stunning views of the surrounding scenery.
The adventure continues to the delightful mountain resort of Sinaia, once the preferred summer getaway for Romania’s Royal Family. Explore Castle Peles, with its 160 rooms, constructed for the first King Carol I between 1873 and 1914, followed by Castle Pelisor, with 99 rooms, built for his nephew Ferdinand and Queen Maria.
Make a brief stop at the Sinaia Monastery, established in 1695, with a new church added in 1842.
Next, visit the sophisticated Cantacuzino Castle, completed in 1911 by the esteemed architect G. Cerchez at the behest of Prince Gheorghe Grigore Cantacuzino. This remarkable Neo-Romanian-style mansion features opulent interiors, an art gallery, and expansive views of the Bucegi Mountains.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.