Tour Highlights:
This is a unique opportunity to discover one of the most beautiful and picturesque regions of Romania. Visit, what are probably the most beautiful castles and fortresses in Transylvania and stroll through the charming medieval streets of Brasov!
Price for 1 passenger: 150 EUR / pax
Price for 2 passengers: 105 EUR / pax
Price for 3-15 passengers: 100 EUR / pax
Price for children: 85 EUR / chd
Operating Days: Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Tour description and details:
The tour starts with departure from Bucharest in the morning, and heads towards Sinaia. There are over 50 castles, fortresses and fortified churches in this ancient region. The tour will take you to the three most beautiful of all, starting with Peles Castle– the former royal residence, an architectural jewel.
Next on the tour you will take a journey to Bran Village, the climax of the trip, where you will visit the famous Bran Castle – better known as Dracula’s Castle, with its remarkable architecture and Gothic elements. The castle was built between 1377-1382, at 60 m high. Built originally as a fortress and surrounded by a massive wall with small windows which were used to shoot enemies, Bran Castle proved to be a successful defense point. In the inner courtyard of the castle there is a fountain used to provide water in case of a siege. Bran Castle got its fame from the novel Dracula, written by Bram Stoker, and later adapted into a movie.
After visiting Bran Castle you will have a short stop to Rasnov to see the picturesque streets with medieval houses and Rasnov Fortress and to understand the life in a village in medieval times. Rasnov Fortress is one of the best preserved peasant fortresses in Transylvania built in the 13th - 14th century. The principal purpose was to defend themselves against Tartar attacks and the fortress was conquered only once around the year 1600 by Prince Gabriel Bathory.
Finally a stop is made in Brasov, a lovely medieval town located in southern Transylvania at the foot of Tampa.
The tour ends in Bucharest.
Inclusions:
- Driver/tour escort
- Live commentary on board
- Small-group tour
- Walking tour of Brasov
- Bottle of water
- Hotel pickup / drop off
- ! In general, during November, Peles Castle is closed for maintenance. In this case we will visit Pelisor Castle, Peles Castles smaller brother and where the royal family used to live
- Entrance fees
- Food
- Gratuities (optional)
Additional info:
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A moderate amount of walking is involved
- Not wheelchair accessible
- In general, during November, Peles Castle is closed for maintenance. In this case we will visit Pelisor Castle, Peles Castles smaller brother and where the royal family used to live