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Description
If you're intrigued even at just the mention of Draculas, sign up for this tour and explore the one and only Bran (Dracula's) Castle and the majestic Peles Castle in Romania. Visit sites such as the Black Church, the Town Hall, and the White Tower in the medieval part of Sighisoara, admire the charming village of Sibiel, and beware of the bats and vultures at Poenari Citadel!
Highlights
- Explore the Glass Icon Museum in Sibiel
- Admire the German architectural influences in the citadel of Sighisoara
- Marvel at the Peles Castle, one of Romania's most beautiful palaces
- Visit the famous Dracula's Castle
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Day 1: Bucharest – Poienari Citadel – Sibiu/Sibiel Village Overnight expand_more
- In the morning, meet your Romania tour guide (pick up from your hotel or directly from the airport, if your arrival flight is on the same day).
- Set off for Arefu to visit Poenari Citadel, the "real Castle from the Carpathians", a fortress that is now inhabited only by vultures and by the bad luck bringing bats.
- Follow Olt River’s valley, cross the Carpathian Mountains in Transylvania and reach Sibiu. Visit the medieval city of Sibiu, the European Capital of Culture in 2007.
- In the evening, drive to Sibiel, a picturesque village situated 18 km away from Sibiu.
- Visit the Glass Icon Museum and the church.
Dinner and accommodation in a local family's house in Sibiel, where you will have the chance to experience real Romanian hospitality. Home-cooked dinner with alcoholic drinks included.
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Day 2: Sibiel Village – Sighisoara – Brasov/Bran Village Overnight expand_more
- After breakfast, head to Sighisoara, which Vlad Tepes called "home", one of the most beautiful towns in the heart of Transylvania! The medieval citadel is a part of UNESCO's World Heritage, and German architectural influences are visible throughout the city.
- Here, enjoy a nice lunch (optional) on the terrace of Vlad Dracula's House, today a famous restaurant.
- In the afternoon, admire the beautiful landscape, dotted with small villages, medieval citadels and fortified churches.
- On the way to Brasov, visit the medieval part of the city:
- The Black Church
- The Town Hall
- The Black Tower
- The White Tower
- Ecaterina's Gate
- Schei Gate
- Rope Street – the narrowest street in Europe
Dinner (no alcoholic drinks) and accommodation in a pension in Bran village, in a room overlooking Bran Dracula's Castle and the surrounding mountain landscapes.
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Day 3: Bran (Dracula's Castle Visit) – Sinaia (Peles Castle Visit) – Bucharest expand_more
- Savour the fresh air and breakfast in the morning!
- Visit the famous Dracula's Castle, as in Bram Stoker's legendary vampire story.
- Continue to Sinaia, the beautiful mountain resort surnamed "The Pearl of the Carpathians", where you will visit Peles Castle: one of Romania's most beautiful palaces, which was once the summer residence of the Romanian kings!
- En-route to Sinaia, you can visit the Rhein-Azuga wine cellars (optional). Here, enter cellars for tasting sparkling wines and eat lunch.
- Return to Bucharest in the evening.
End of the tour.
What's Included
Professional Romanian guide assistance, English speaking (or other languages upon request) during the whole trip
Transport by private modern AC sedan/8+1 seater mini-van (fuel and parking fees incl)
Airport/hotel pick-up/drop off
2-night accommodation and breakfast included, in 3* guesthouse/pension in Sibiel village (near Sibiu) and Bran village (near Brasov); *the capacity can be upgraded to 3* and 4* hotels in Sibiu and Brasov medieval cities, depending on preferences - additional cost will apply
Half-Board: 1 traditional home-made dinner with pure biological food and alcoholic drinks included, at the local guesthouse in Sibiel village, and one dinner at the pension in Bran village (NO alcoholic beverages included)
City tour in each city on the trip
What's Excluded
Entrance fees to the touristic attractions (Peles Castle 30 lei/pers, Bran Castle 40 lei/pers, churches around 5-10 lei/pers)
Photography fee
Meals, other than those mentioned in the itinerary
Other expenses (such as souvenirs, room service, tips and so on)
Know before you go
The tour is available all year round except Mondays when Peles Castle is closed for visits.
The tour can be organized even for 1 solo traveler, please ask for price.
For more people travelling together, please ask for discounts.
Side option (additional cost will apply):
BUCHAREST FULL DAY TOUR, if you want to discover also the capital city (with a professional guide at your disposal, sightseeing, transportation, accommodation for one or more nights in Bucharest). Ask for details.
Meeting Point
Bucharest, Romania
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Price Details
| Adult | |
| 2 To 4 | EUR 570 Per Person |
| 4 To 6 | EUR 380 Per Person |
This is a private tour | |