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Private Tour to Dracula's Castle, Peles Castle from Bucharest

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| Bucharest, Romania
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Dracula's Castle
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Peles Castle
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On average, this is booked 33 (0) days in advance.
12 to 13 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English

Overview

Once arrived in Bucharest, this fascinating day-tour is a great option for you to better understand Romania.
We have put together high quality ingredients, as two fabulous castles, a charming Transylvanian medieval town, stories and legends, kings and vampires.
At Peles Castle you will be stunned by the beautiful and opulent decorations. After all, Peles is a top three most beautiful castles in Europe, a former royal summer residence.
Let yourself be seduced by the Gothic-Romantic Bran Castle - named Dracula's Castle - and feel the thrills of Transylvania.
Discover Brasov City with its impressive medieval heritage.

- Travel with Eddie, your local tour guide in Romania
- Small group tours, up to 3 people
- More value and fun
- Flexible tour schedule/content when possible

What's Included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Tour Guidance - Licensed Tour Guide
  • Food and Drinks
  • Any personal expenses
  • The entrance fee for the tour at Peles Castle
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Meeting and Pickup

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Since this is a private tour, we do the pick up/drop off at your hotel in Bucharest in a single place/booking. If your hotel is not in our pick-up list, we may ask you to meet us at the closest hotel on our list or at our meeting point - Hilton Garden Inn Bucharest Old Town. Please be outside, in front of the hotel entrance, 5 minutes before departure time. Thank you!

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Strada Doamnei 12
București 030055, Romania

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

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Peles Castle

Peles Castle is one of the most beautiful castles in Europe, a former royal summer residence. This impressive castle has enchanting surrounding, being placed at the mountain foot. You will be accompanied by our tour guide or the local castle guide inside the castle. You will have time for the interior visit and the garden.
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Brasov

Usually this will be our second stop (attraction). Sometimes, especially during off-season and due to Bran Castle opening hours, I may choose to have the second stop at Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle). Brasov is a charming Transylvanian city placed at the mountain foot. The most attractive part here is the medieval old town area. You will be dropped-off by our guide in the Old Town area. Here you will have free time for lunch/shopping and/or you could explore the Council Square with its former City Hall, the commercial street, the Black Church, which is the main city attraction, the Rope Street and more.
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1 hour 45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle)

Bran Castle is maybe the most famous castle in the world. It is a relatively small Transylvanian fortress, built in a gothic romantic architecture style. You will be accompanied by our tour guide inside the castle, in the first room. We are going to talk about Dracula's Castle mostly before our arrival. You will have time for the interior visit, the garden and the souvenir shops. Sometimes we may have here our second stop, therefore we may set your lunchtime here, before or after the castle visit.
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with claustrophobia
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Tour to Dracula’s Castle, Peles Castle from Bucharest?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Frequently Asked Questions (8)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Tour to Dracula’s Castle, Peles Castle from Bucharest?
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This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Tour Guidance - Licensed Tour Guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Food and Drinks.
  • Any personal expenses.
  • The entrance fee for the tour at Peles Castle.
  • The entrance fee for the basic tour at Bran Castle.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 14..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Private Tour to Dracula's Castle, Peles Castle from Bucharest 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
  • Not recommended for travelers with walking disabilities (especially Bran Castle involves climbing stairs).
  • Not recommended for travelers with claustrophobia
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Tour to Dracula’s Castle, Peles Castle from Bucharest 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 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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Once 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 2026

What's Included

Activity name

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Tour Guidance - Licensed Tour Guide
  • Food and Drinks
  • Any personal expenses
  • The entrance fee for the tour at Peles Castle
  • The entrance fee for the basic tour at Bran Castle

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • 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
  • Not recommended for travelers with walking disabilities (especially Bran Castle involves climbing stairs).
  • Not recommended for travelers with claustrophobia
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Children under 5 y.o. cannot attend this tour
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Peles Castle is closed every Monday and Tuesday throughout the year, as well as during the entire month of November. If your tour is scheduled during this time, you will only be able to view Peles Castle from the outside

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