Romania · Castles & Palaces

Private Day Tour from Brasov to Bran Castle and Rasnov Fortress and Peles Palace in Sinaia

8 Hours Round trip from Brașov Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit Peleș Palace, the royal summer residence in Sinaia
02 Explore Bran Castle and hear the legend vs. truth of Dracula
03 See the hilltop peasant fortress of Râșnov
04 Travel through the landscapes of southern Transylvania
05 Enjoy a private tour at your own pace
06 Learn from a professional guide about local history and legends

Discover three of Romania’s most iconic landmarks on a private day tour from Brașov through the scenic landscapes of southern Transylvania. Visit Peleș Palace in Sinaia, admired for its richly decorated rooms and royal heritage, then continue to Bran Castle to explore the stories, legends, and historical truths linked to Vlad the Impaler.

Your journey also includes Râșnov Fortress, a hilltop peasant stronghold with sweeping views and a fascinating connection to the history of the German Saxons in Transylvania. With private transport and a professional guide, this experience lets you explore at a comfortable pace while enjoying the region’s castles, stories, and atmosphere.

Discover three of Romania’s most iconic landmarks on a private day tour from Brașov through the scenic landscapes of southern Transylvania.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Brasov, Sinaia, Râșnov

Languages English, French, German, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

The 3 Castle tour will take you to explore the most impressive castles in the south Transylvanian region.

the guide will pick you up from the hotel and after a transfer you will visit the Peles Palace in Sinaia, the Pearl of The Carpathians and the Royal Summer Residence. You will be impressed by the superb decorations of the inner rooms.

Then you will continue with transfer to step inside the Bran Castle, well known as Dracula's Castle, where you will find out the legend vs. truth of Vlad the Impaler. You will have some free time for a snack lunch, then you will continue the tour to visit the Peasant Fortrees of Rasnov, located on top of the nearby hill. See the walled fortress and learn about the history of the German saxons in Transylvania and about their way of evolution.

Return to the town of Brasov where the tour ends.the Royal Summer Residence, a great Palace to visit. with superbly decorated rooms and saloons.an inside visit to the famous Bran Castle.a Peasant Fortress built atop of the hill overloong the medieval town, used to protect the vilaggers against the invading migrators.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Brașov 3 cities · 8 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Driver/guide
Professional guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off for the private options
Entrance tickets are included according to each tour option
Special lunch meal included only for the Exclusive tour option

What's Not Included

Food and drinks, except the Exclusive tour option that has meal included on Bran Castle grounds
Hotel PickUp / DropOff not available for OpenGroup Tours
Rasnov Fortress is for 20 months under temporary restoration process. Outside garden can be visited.

Know before you go

STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
ANIMALS OR PETS ALLOWED
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE
Not wheelchair accessible
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
English speaking guide
Guiding in other languages on request (if available and for extra charge) for German, Spanish, French, Italian, Russian. Please check other tour options for other languages
Infant seats are available - with prior confirmation. and the number of people infant to fit within the available sits of the vehicle
there are a number of stairs on this tour to visit every castle.
At Rasnov fortress there is uneven terrain.
Wear comfortable shoes. the tour is not suitable/friendly for people with walking disabilities.