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Transylvania Castles: Explore Romania's Mystical History
4.9
74 Ratings
Sinaia
Discover the enchanting allure of Transylvania with a day trip to two mystical castles. Immerse yourself in the rich history and captivating legends of Bran Castle and other hidden gems.
Discover the enchanting allure of Transylvania with a day trip to two mystical castles. Immerse yourself in the rich history and captivating legends of Bran Castle and other hidden gems.
Duration:
10 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Peles Castle - When King Carol I of Romania visited the small village of Sinaia in the foothills of the Bucegi mountains in the 1860s, he was captivated by its scenic location and commissioned the construction of a palace there. The resulting castle is easily one of the most stunning in all of Europe.The first couple to live there, King Carol I…
- Peles Castle - When King Carol I of Romania visited the small village of Sinaia in the foothills of the Bucegi mountains in the 1860s, he was captivated by its scenic location and commissioned the construction of a palace there. The resulting castle is easily one of the most stunning in all of Europe.The first couple to live there, King Carol I and his wife Queen Elizabeth of Romania were known to be very different in temperament and interests. The king was an accomplished soldier who greatly expanded and improved the Romanian military, and the queen was more artistic, with a great fondness for music, art, and literature, and even published poetry under the pen name Carmen Sylva. Peleș, too, was a reflection of these two different personalities. Important !! Peles Castle is closed on Mondays the visit is without inside tour - Bran Castle (Dracula’s Castle) - The fame of the castle taken abroad is due largely to Bram Stoker, author of the famous novel “Dracula” – the story of the vampire-count that never ceases to fascinate. The connection between the character in the novel and Prince Vlad the Impaler – Dracula is even suggested by the author who wrote somewhere in the book “… was it really that prince Dracula who opposed the Turks over the great river, even from the border with Turkey.“ Although the history disproves that Vlad Tepes, ruler with vampire traits ever lived in Bran Castle, the blood – hungry count’s story is so popular and widespread that it almost no one is interested in the truth. Dracula’s legend is one thing, the story of Vlad Tepes is something different, but this “confusion” put the small town and the castle on the map of international tourism and brings important financial benefits to the area. - Brasov - Visit beautiful city of Brasov
What's Included
- Premium car
- Tour guide
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Entry tickets not included
- Photo session
- Peles Castle closed for interior visits on Mondays and Tuesdays; exterior view only
- Premium car
- Tour guide
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Entry tickets not included
- Photo session
- Peles Castle closed for interior visits on Mondays and Tuesdays; exterior view only
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Entry tickets not included
- Lunch
- Entry tickets not included
Additional Information
Transylvania, the most frequented tourist spot in Romania, weaves a spell with its enchanting and enigmatic castles that add to its near mythical allure. Ranging from renowned sites like Bran Castle to lesser-known edifices formerly owned by the regional nobility, the countless castles in Transylvania narrate a tale of their individual ascent and deterioration, often intertwined with Romania’s tumultuous past.
Transylvania, the most frequented tourist spot in Romania, weaves a spell with its enchanting and enigmatic castles that add to its near mythical allure. Ranging from renowned sites like Bran Castle to lesser-known edifices formerly owned by the regional nobility, the countless castles in Transylvania narrate a tale of their individual ascent and deterioration, often intertwined with Romania’s tumultuous past.
Location
Peles Castle
Str. Pelesului 2
Cancellation Policy
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.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(74 Ratings)
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Bethhy196ic
Oct 30, 2025
Friendly tour guide of historical places in Romania - Radu was a very friendly tour guide. He knew where to take us and was knowledgeable about the history of the places we visited. He spoke excellent English too.
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Jonathan
Oct 30, 2025
A Magical Experience - We had a tour of the beautiful castles and the local area of Brasov. Our guide, Radu, was very knowledgeable and kind. He worked very hard to make sure we were happy and that the day ran smoothly. Pele's Castle was definitely the highlight of the day. It was even more beautiful on the inside than the outside. Every part of the house had some form of art and history and was well worth the visit. An amazing experience that I would highly recommend! Thank you again!
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Jjnella
Oct 30, 2025
Super Castle Tour - Had an amazing day today with friends and family visiting Brasov, Pelés Castle and Bran Castle. Radu was an excellent tour guide who shared his knowledge of the areas we were passing through and his extensive knowledge of Pelés. Pelés was a particular favourite of mine. The inside of the castle is absolutely stunning. I would highly recommend this tour to all.
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E5968elsamanthaj
Oct 30, 2025
Castle visit 🏰 - Had a good day, the Pele’s Castle was fantastic! Really extravagant building. Our tour guide Radu was very friendly and the vehicle was comfy. Also went to Dracula’s castle and walked through Brasov, really nice atmosphere there.
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Susanpf767hx
Oct 22, 2025
A thoroughly enjoyable tour - Radu picked us up on time at our hotel. At all times he was courteous and professional and answered all of our questions. He found a site to visit that wasn't on the set itinerary, which we thoroughly enjoyed. The day lasted much longer than expected due to unforeseen traffic issues, however we were never rushed through any of the sites.
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Maureen_m
Oct 11, 2025
We spent a wonderful day... - We spent a wonderful day with Radu on our Peles and Dracula
castles tour. What a diverse difference between the two castles and so much history to learn. We had a delightful Romanian lunch in Brasov. Highly recommend this trip.
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Marina
Oct 5, 2025
Perfect day trip! - This was absolutely perfect day trip adventure! Our driver, Radu, was great! We got to visit 2 castles (Peles and Bran). Peles castle was stunning and Radu got us in without waiting in line. He was very informative and knowledgeable about castle history and all the details. Bran castle was amazing as well. And it was fun walking around Bran town. Then we went to Brasov and walked around the old town, visited the black church and had the most delicious Romanian food and wine at the restaurant Radu suggested. This was definitely the perfect little Romanian adventure and I would highly recommend it to everyone!
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F9784tlchristopherc
Oct 3, 2025
Outstanding private tour packed with value! - My fiancée and I did this private tour with Radu and had a fantastic experience. It was well worth it compared to the bus tours—the flexibility and personal touch make a huge difference. Be ready for a long day with a lot of driving from Bucharest to the three different sites. We'd recommend prioritizing Peles Castle for its beauty and history, then Brasov for its charm, and finally Bran Castle—which turned out to be quite touristy but probably only something you realize after visiting. Radu was extremely knowledgeable and patient throughout—he enriched our experience and we'd absolutely do other trips with him to further explore Romanian culture.
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Kathy_h
Sep 20, 2025
Loved our Castle Tour! - We stated our day with our tour guide Radu picking us at our hotel in Bucharest. Radu was so very knowledgeable about Romanian history and taught us a lot on the trip to Peles castle. He took us through the first beautiful castle pointing out the highlights. We then traveled to Dracula castle. Radu helped us navigate lines and always walked with us to ensure everything was easy to navigate. He then took us to a wonderful restaurant for lunch in Brasov. Lunch was delicious and reasonable. He. Is very accommodating to your wishes throughout the day. Radu even went above and beyond and helped us retrieve our lost luggage at the airport at the conclusion of our trip. The day was truly a wonderful experience!
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V8112bymarians
Oct 21, 2025
DISASTROUS COMPANY - We started badly, they told us 8.00 a.m. and at 9 a.m. they send us a message that was delayed at 9.30 a.m., already an hour and a half late, we had to stop to pour gasoline, they wanted to sell the excursion on the bus 20 euros worth the entrance x 35, when they get there they themselves have to buy the tickets that do not even carry them, another delay of 45 minutes, without warning, in Brand and Brasov, nothing barely time, we wanted to get on the phone, impossible, and already the icing, at the roundabouts the driver did not give way to the people inside, and x supposedly did not keep any kind of safety distance, if something happens inside the bus, they are not responsible, everything was rushed, without any explanation, an experience not recommended, it is better to do it with a company would be, we were bothered our last day in Romania, we had to go on our own to the hospital, and they were not responsible for anything
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