Castles & Legends of Transylvania - 4 days

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4 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

7 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 80 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

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Bucharest, Romania

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Highlights

Peles Castle – Tour the lavish summer residence of Romania’s Royal Family, set against the Carpathian Mountains

Bran Castle – Step inside Dracula’s Castle, a 13th-century fortress tied to the legend of Vlad the Impaler

Rasnov – Climb to the medieval hilltop citadel built to guard Transylvania’s trade routes

Sighisoara – Wander the UNESCO-listed citadel, birthplace of Vlad Tepes, with cobbled streets and colourful houses

Biertan – Discover Romania’s largest fortified church, encircled by triple defensive walls and towers

Curtea de Arges – Enter the striking Orthodox Cathedral, final resting place of Romania’s kings

Hunedoara – Marvel at Corvin Castle, a Gothic stronghold of legends and carved stone dragons

Curtea de Arges – Enter the striking Orthodox Cathedral, final resting place of Romania’s kings

Hunedoara – Marvel at Corvin Castle, a Gothic stronghold of legends and carved stone dragons

Itinerary

This four-day tour from Bucharest showcases Romania’s most captivating medieval landmarks. Explore fairytale castles like Peles and Bran, better known as Dracula’s Castle, before wandering the fortress town of Brasov. Travel through Transylvania’s citadels, from Fagaras and Rupea to the colourful UNESCO-listed old town of Sighisoara, birthplace of Vlad the Impaler. Visit charming Saxon villages such as Crit and Biertan, then marvel at the imposing Corvin Castle and the historic Alba Iulia. The trip ends in Sibiu, with its German-inspired charm, and Curtea de Arges, home to Romania’s royal necropolis, before returning to Bucharest.

day 1Into Draculaâ€™s Realm

Your tour begins with pick-up from your hotel in Bucharest that you have booked independently - please ensure we know where to collect you from. The tour begins with pick up at 9:00.
Bucharest - Sinaia - Brasov. We begin with a scenic drive to Sinaia to visit Peles Castle, one of Romania’s most celebrated landmarks. Set against a mountain backdrop, this former summer residence of the Romanian Royal Family is often listed among the most beautiful castles in the world.
Please note: Peles Castle is closed on Mondays and certain Tuesdays. If your tour starts on one of these days, the itinerary will be adjusted accordingly.
From Sinaia we continue to Bran to explore the famous Bran Castle. Known worldwide as “Dracula’s Castle”, it owes its fame largely to Bram Stoker’s novel Dracula. Built in the 13th century by the Saxons of Brasov on the site of an earlier Teutonic fort, the castle’s Gothic profile and medieval atmosphere have long been linked with the legend of Vlad the Impaler. Here, you will learn how the historical figure became associated with the fictional Count Dracula.
Following our visit, we take the old trade route through the Carpathians to Rasnov Fortress, a 14th-century citadel perched on a hill with commanding views of the surrounding valley. We end the day in Brasov, where we overnight. Time permitting, you may take an evening walk around the Council Square, the historic heart of the city.
Please note: We recommend you arrive in Bucharest the day before your tour starts. A transfer is not included so you will have to make your own way to the hotel. You will then be collected at 9:00 on day 1.

OverNight

Brasov

day 2Saxon Villages & UNESCO Treasures

day 3Legends, Fortresses & Gothic Castles

day 4Saxon Elegance & Royal Heritage

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Accommodation

3 nights accomodation in 3-4 star hotelsHotel pick up and drop off.

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3 breakfasts and 1 lunch

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Transportation with a modern vehicle

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English-speaking guide

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