• Libearty Bear Sanctuary Zarnesti - Located in Zarnesti, Romania, the Libearty Bear Sanctuary serves as a haven for bears rescued from captivity. This sanctuary offers a natural habitat where bears can freely roam, forage, and socialize. As one of Europe’s largest bear sanctuaries, it is dedicated to promoting bear conservation and encouraging responsible tourism.

Visitors can observe content bears thriving in their natural surroundings after enduring difficult lives in circuses and zoo enclosures. Guided tours are led by knowledgeable animal welfare experts, allowing guests to see brown bears up close.

• Bran Castle (Dracula’s Castle) - Bran Castle, often referred to as Dracula’s Castle, is a renowned national monument and landmark in Romania. This popular tourist destination is celebrated for its rich and diverse history, which dates back to the 14th century.
  The castle is famous for its distinctive and formidable architecture, as well as its connections to Vlad III, the 15th-century Romanian ruler famously known as Vlad the Impaler, or Dracula.

• Hotel pick-up from city center locations
• Small-group max 7 passengers
• Professional guide in English
• In-vehicle air conditioning

• Entrance fees
• Entrance fees
• Lunch

The day begins with a convenient pickup from your hotel in central Bucharest, followed by a drive to Transylvania.

The first stop is the Libearty Bear Sanctuary, the largest sanctuary for brown bears in the world. Participate in a 75-minute guided tour led by local experts, where you will hear the inspiring stories of bears rescued from captivity and observe them thriving in their natural environment.

Next, travel to Bran Castle, famously known as Dracula’s Castle, to explore Romania’s most renowned fortress. During the journey, the guide will share the intriguing history of the castle, distinguishing the myths of Vlad the Impaler from the royal truths of Queen Marie.

Unlike structured group tours, this experience allows you to explore Bran Castle at your own pace. There is no need to rush—take your time to appreciate the narrow staircases and gothic architecture.

After visiting the castle, enjoy some leisure time in Bran village to have lunch, shop for traditional souvenirs, or savor a local kürtőskalács.

• If your hotel is not the central area you have to came to a meeting point, that is ‘Piața 21 Decembrie 1989’.
• Access to the Sanctuary is forbidden to children under 5 years old!
• Please avoid bringing snacks, food, or open drinks into the car. Really appreciate it!*
• To visit the Bear Sanctuary you must buy tickets online for the 11 o’clock slot. We recommend to buy the tickets one week before the tour
• We recommend that you have hiking shoes for the Bears Sanctuary
• We offer a 30-50% discount for solo travelers who have paid the full price and joined a group.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.