Romania · Castles & Palaces

Bran “Dracula’s” Castle + Peles Castle + Brandy at Rasnov Distillery

7 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Brașov. Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit Peles Palace in Sinaia, the Pearl of the Carpathians
02 Explore Bran “Dracula’s” Castle with legend vs. truth commentary
03 Learn about Vlad Dracula - The Impaler from your guide
04 Browse souvenirs and local handmade wool and wood artifacts
05 Visit a traditional distillery in Rasnov
06 See the basics of palinka distilling and the manufacturing process
07 Taste 3 types of palinca and other traditional fruit spirits
08 Enjoy private transportation with a licensed tour guide

Discover two of Romania’s most famous castles in a single day, then round out the experience with a visit to a traditional distillery in Rasnov. This private tour combines royal elegance at Peles Palace, the legends and history of Bran “Dracula’s” Castle, and a tasting of traditional Romanian fruit spirits.

Step inside Peles Palace to admire its richly decorated rooms and early 20th-century artwork, then continue to Bran Castle to explore the story of Vlad Dracula - The Impaler and the legend surrounding the fortress. At the distillery, learn the basics of palinka distilling, see how the spirits are produced, and taste a selection of natural Romanian brandies made from fruits such as plumbs, apricots, cherries, and pears.

Step inside Peles Palace to admire its richly decorated rooms and early 20th-century artwork, then continue to Bran Castle to explore the story of Vlad Dracula - The Impaler and the legend surrounding the fortress.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Brasov, Sinaia, Râșnov

Languages English, French, German, Italian

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Peles Palace

The tour start with Peles Palace in Sinaia - the Pearl of the Carpathians.The inside visit will be the highlight of your day; the detailed ornaments in every room will take you back to the early 20th century and make you admire every inch of it's artwork.

Bran “Dracula’s” Castle

Then, continue to Bran Castle. The guide will present the story of the castle together with the legend vs. truth about the cruel Vlad Dracula - The Impaler. You can buy several "Dracula” gifts at the souvenir market just outside the castle, but also local handmade artifacts of wool and wood.

Brandy at Rasnov Distillery

You will visit then the Traditional Distillery, where the owner will show you the basics of palinka distilling. See the multitude of flavors produced there and taste the traditional Romanian spirits made out of plumbs, apricots, cherries, pears and more. Taste the palinca, tuica and spirits made from fruits, natural, without sugar, dyes or other additives. You will witness the manufacturing process and get the chance to buy some for take away.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Pickup service provided in Brașov. 3 cities · 7 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Included services:
Professional and Licensed Tour Guide
Private transportation
Air-conditioned vehicle
All Fees and Taxes
Alcoholic Beverages (Visit and presentation of the distillery and taste 3 types of palinca)
Entrance fee at Bran Castle
Entrance fee at Peles Palace