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Libearty Bear Sanctuary and Dracula's Castle: Small-Group Day Tour from Bucharest
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60 Ratings
Zarnesti
Embark on a small-group day tour from Bucharest to the Libearty Bear Sanctuary and Dracula's Castle. Observe rescued brown bears in their natural habitat and explore the famous Bran Castle, the inspiration for Bram Stoker's novel.
Duration:
10 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
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Libearty Bear Sanctuary Zarnesti - The first attraction will be the Libearty Bear Sanctuary, a territory spanning across 69 hectares of coniferous forests where you will safely observe more than 90 rescued brown bears in their natural habitat. Since all bears have been rescued from poor conditions and here they can live freely in their natural environment, the sanctuary has been recognized as the most ethical one in the world.
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Bran Castle (Dracula’s Castle) - The trip will continue with a one-hour drive through the Carpathian Mountains after which you will arrive at Bran Castle, also known as Dracula’s Castle. This historical monument was originally a fortress built between 1211
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1225 by the Knights of the Teutonic Order. It distinguishes itself by the imposing towers and turrets and the mystery wave that shrouds people when they cross its threshold. Also, the castle was marketed to be the home of the main character from Bram Stocker’s novel
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Dracula.
What's Included
- On-board WiFi
- Complimentary bottled water
- Convenient pick-up and drop-off service
- Climate-controlled vehicles for comfort
- Live commentary during the tour
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Entrance Fees
Additional Information
Book this small-group tour to explore the biggest brown bear sanctuary in Europe and the renowned Bran Castle, all in one trip. Enjoy the convenience of round-trip transfers from Bucharest. Start your journey with a stop at the Libearty Bear Sanctuary in Zarnesti to watch the rescued brown bears thrive in their natural surroundings, before making your way to Bran Castle, famed as Dracula’s Castle – the inspiration behind Bram Stocker’s novel.
Location
Libearty Bear Sanctuary Zarnesti
F, DN 73A km 6 - near the entrance in Zarnesti from Rasnov
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Shelly_c
Jun 2, 2024
Alex went out of his way to help me - Libearty Bear Sanctuary is a must! Yes, there are sad stories but the bears there are happy now. There are fences but the bears have underground tunnels so they can go anywhere in the 69 acres. Bran’s Castle is okay. I’d already heard the 2.5 hour wait wasn’t worth the tour inside the castle so I skipped and took pictures outside the castle. There are shopping/souviner booths outside the castle but bring cash because they do not take cc.
Alex as a guide was great. I felt comfortable and safe. As the other reviewers say he’s also a foodie so trust him to take you to the best place. He was also very helpful in recommending other tours and places to see while I was in Bucharest.
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958zacks
May 4, 2024
Storks, Bears, Wolves, Castle - An Incredible Trip - My wife and I got to experience a tour of Libearty Bear Sanctuary and Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle). Alex was so good about communicating with us prior to picking us up. He showed up early and was already at our hotel when we walked out. Alex was such a great driver and so knowledgeable. The entire day felt like hanging out with an old friend. His music playlist was incredible. The Libearty Bear Sanctuary was the highlight of our time in Romania. It was like Jurassic Park but with bears and wolves. It was such an incredible time and the beauty of Romania was incredible. The thing I loved most about Bran Castle was not the actual castle but the storks and their nests on top of chimney's in this little town. It was so mind blowing to see. Highly would recommend doing this adventure and hopefully you are lucky enough to get Alex as your guide.
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Harjerk2022
May 3, 2024
Exceptional day 🤩 - Me and Jenelle had a fabulous experience travelling to Transylvania.
The People were amazing 🤩 and our private tour guide was easy to get along with and very helpful.
We have a great day 🤗 thanks
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Trailblazer645854
May 2, 2024
Wonderful experience - I took this trip in April with Alex and it was an incredible experience. The whole trip was planned perfectly and went very smooth. Alex insisted on an early start in order to avoid the traffic, to get to the bear sanctuary on time, since they have only 2 slots for visitors in the whole day. He even called the hotel in advance to get them to pack my breakfast to go, so we could be on time. As a result, we even reached the Draculas Castle well in advance before the crowds got there, and I had lots of time to visit and take pictures. The bear sanctuary was a unique experience seeing the bears up close, and the castle was lovely as well. Alex was a wonderful guide and on the way back he dropped me off at the city centre and gave me a list of must see attractions around the area.
Overall, a highly recommend tour to take.
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Larry_z
May 2, 2024
Fun day tour outside Bucharest - We had an excellent tour guide in Alex.
Spoke great English and got us to events before crowds. Long, but pretty drive from Bucharest to both events.
Love the private tour aspect of trip as you visit locations at your our pace.
Strongly recommend
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Franciscb2019
Feb 20, 2024
Great experience - Honestly, I thought it would be pretty boring, but never in my mind would I have thought the amazing adventure we are embarking on. Romania is a very beautiful country, with lots of incredible landscapes and beautiful nature and wildlife. The Bear Sanctuary was awesome, truly crazy to see massive bears so close to you. Dracula’s castle was also great. The combination of nature sightseeing and historical tour provided a perfect balance for our one day trip. Alex was a wonderful guide and we had a lot of fun in the car.
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Nicoletad237
Feb 13, 2024
Day Trip Highlight - Day Trip Highlight
Our trip was led by Alex, who was both timely and amiable. His deep understanding of history brought Bran Castle to life and made our visit to the Sanctuary Bear meaningful. His suggestions for local cuisine were a hit, adding authenticity of our experience.
This tour, enhanced by Alex’s dedication, is a must for those seeking a distinctive adventure.
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Polishbloke90
Feb 8, 2024
Perfect day trip! - Stunning views! Alex was great and knowledgeable. Highly recommend the Sanctuary for anyone who likes animal wildlife. Dracula's Castle is a must! Amazing history and architecture! Will be back with friends in the summer.
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Explorer60339689029
Feb 7, 2024
An amazing trip - Alex embodies everything you'd hope for in a tour guide. With his friendly demeanor, punctuality, safe driving, and wealth of historical knowledge shared during our journeys, he made our trips to the Libearty Sanctuary Zarnesti and Dracula's Castle truly memorable. His fantastic music playlist added an extra layer of enjoyment to our adventures. If you're looking for a top-notch guide who goes above and beyond to ensure a fantastic experience, look no further than Alex. Highly recommended!
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Vladpetrovan
Feb 6, 2024
Amazing fast forward exploration of rural Romania - Great shightseeing. I was highly impressed about the tour itself, the proximity of the places we have visited, representing the overall cultural and natural heritage of Romania. All in such a short trip. Besides, Alex is a very knowlegeable guide and privides you with great tips and tricks.
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