- Bran Castle (Dracula’s Castle) - Leave central Braşov by air-conditioned car or minivan and head south to the village of Bran (around 30 minutes driving), nestled beneath the Bucegi Mountains in the Southern Carpathian range
Visit Bran Castle, the 14th-century Transylvanian fortress-palace linked to the legend of Count Dracula, the vampire of Bram Stoker’s 1897 novel.
Admire the high-turreted hilltop castle on approach and pay at the entrance (own expense) to go inside. Wander the eerie rooms filled with Gothic furniture and armoury as your guide unravels the castle’s links with Dracula, sparked by its association with Vlad the Impaler. This brutal 15th century nobleman was imprisoned in the castle in 1462 and known for impaling enemies on stakes.
Having investigated the Dracula legend, hop in your minivan or car, and return to Braşov to continue the medieval adventure to the Saxon Fortified Churches around Brasov: Harman and Prejmer .
- Round-trip transport by air-conditioned car or minivan
- Professional guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (Brasov city only)
- Fuel surcharges included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Entrance fee to Bran Castle
- Entrance fees at Prejmer and Harman Saxon Fortified Churches
Embark on a day excursion in a limited group from Brasov to Bran Castle and Saxon fortifications.
Transylvania saw the arrival of the German Saxons in the 12th century which played a pivotal part in establishing powerful fortresses and strongholds across the region. The Transylvanian Saxons, known as Sasi, greatly boosted the region’s economy and initiated a cultural transformation. The presence of Saxons is still evident today in medieval cities like Brasov, Sibiu, Sighisoara, Medias, and Sebes. But the most outstanding remnants of this culture are the Fortified Churches dispersed throughout the region.
This day trip from Brasov includes a visit to the ‘Dracula Castle’ — Bran Castle, a hilltop dwelling that evokes images of wolves howling and bats fluttering in the moonlit night, guided by an English-speaking guide. The highlights of the trip also include visits to two Saxon Church Fortresses - Harman and Prejmer (UNESCO World Heritage Site).
- Sturdy hiking footwear recommended
- “Skip the line” at the ticket office for Bran Castle only if you buy the ticket online or you pay the entrance fee to my guide.
- When you book the rate as 1 person, in case we have other clients, we refund the difference you paid as solo traveler, after the tour
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
