Bucharest : Dracula's Castle & Brasov Medieval Old Town day trip
Overview
Embark on a full-day guided tour from Bucharest to explore two of Romania’s most iconic landmarks: Medieval Brașov Old Town , and Bran Castle, famously known as Dracula’s Castle, rich in medieval mystery and legend.
This day trip offers a perfect mix of history, culture, royal heritage, and breathtaking scenery—ideal for first-time visitors, couples, families, and history lovers.
Stop 1: Brașov is one of Romania's oldest cities, founded by Saxon settlers in the 13th century. It became an important medieval trade center, known for its strong walls, towers, and rich cultural heritage. Today, it preserves its historic charm while welcoming visitors from around the world.
Stop 2 – Bran Castle - Discover the Legend of Dracula
Bran Castle, perched dramatically on a hilltop overlooking a narrow mountain pass. With its imposing towers, stone walls, and gothic charm, Bran Castle has become world-famous as the home of Count Dracula.
What's Included
- Shared group tour.
- Pickup and drop-off in the center of Bucharest (Grand Hotel Bucharest)
- Transportation by cars, minivans and minibuses in perfect working and cleaning!
- Professional drivers / English licenced tour-guide!
- Drinks
- Lunch
- Photo and video fees
- Bran Castle 150 Lei / person (you can purchase the Tickets to the location.
Meeting and Pickup
Bulevardul Nicolae Bălcescu 4
București 010051, Romania
We start early, at 7:20 AM, the optimal departure time to stay ahead of traffic and avoid the peak visiting hours at the attractions.Meeting point is centrally located, on the sidewalk next to Grand Hotel Bucharest — easy to access and simple to find.
Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle)
Str. General Traian Mosoiu nr. 24, Bran 507025, Romania
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle)
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- A maximum of 15 people per booking
- Because the Castle's have a summer and winter program, we will inform you about the periods when they are closed and we will replace with other castle's in the are ( Pelisor Castle , Rasnov Fortress )
- Peles Castle summer program: 15 May - 16 September, monday-close, tuesday - sunday 09:15 - 16:15 (wednesday 11:00 - 16:15 )
- Peles Castle winter program : 17 September - 13 May, monday and tuesday - close, wednesday - sunday 09:15 - 16:15 ( wednesday 11:00 - 16:15 )
- Between 2 November to 3 December, every year the Peles Castle it's close for cleaning!
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
- Shared group tour.
- Pickup and drop-off in the center of Bucharest (Grand Hotel Bucharest).
- Transportation by cars, minivans and minibuses in perfect working and cleaning!.
- Professional drivers / English licenced tour-guide!.
- Drinks.
- Lunch.
- Photo and video fees.
- Bran Castle 150 Lei / person (you can purchase the Tickets to the location.
The minimum age to participate is 5. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Bucharest : Dracula's Castle & Brasov Medieval Old Town day trip is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Bucharest : Dracula’s Castle & Brasov Medieval Old Town day trip will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Shared group tour.
- Pickup and drop-off in the center of Bucharest (Grand Hotel Bucharest)
- Transportation by cars, minivans and minibuses in perfect working and cleaning!
- Professional drivers / English licenced tour-guide!
- Drinks
- Lunch
- Photo and video fees
- Bran Castle 150 Lei / person (you can purchase the Tickets to the location.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- A maximum of 15 people per booking
- Because the Castle's have a summer and winter program, we will inform you about the periods when they are closed and we will replace with other castle's in the are ( Pelisor Castle , Rasnov Fortress )
- Peles Castle summer program: 15 May - 16 September, monday-close, tuesday - sunday 09:15 - 16:15 (wednesday 11:00 - 16:15 )
- Peles Castle winter program : 17 September - 13 May, monday and tuesday - close, wednesday - sunday 09:15 - 16:15 ( wednesday 11:00 - 16:15 )
- Between 2 November to 3 December, every year the Peles Castle it's close for cleaning!
