Bran Castle and Rasnov Fortress Tour from Brasov with Optional Peles Castle Visit

4 hours and 30 minutes

Moderate

Discover Bran Castle, known as ‘Dracula’s Castle’ and Râșnov Fortress on this approx. 5-hour small group tour from Braşov. Departing from Brasov, the half-day hour tour begins with a stop at Rasnov to explore its imposing, 13th-century fortress.

Discover Bran Castle, known as ‘Dracula’s Castle,’ and Râșnov Fortress on this 4-hour small group tour from Braşov. Travel to Râșnov to explore its stunning 13th-century fortress, and then visit Bran Castle, the turreted hilltop palace linked to Bram Stoker’s fictional Count Dracula. Walk through the spooky rooms and hear tales about Vlad the Impaler, the 15th-century noble who was imprisoned here and inspired Stoker’s blood-stained vampire. Upgrade to extend your tour to the beautifully ornate Peleș Castle (to be paid when you are doing the booking by choosing the option!). Please note: when you book online the extension of Peles Castle, we visit this site first, than Bran Castle and Rasnov Fortress!

The recommendations of our tour guides:

We are always eager to make sure our  guests have a wonderful time while participating on our tours.  Organizing private and small group tours allows us to be flexible with  time and always have opportunities for breaks.
Usually, we arrive to Bran around mid-day and after visiting Bran castle  our guests can have some free time on the premises and nearby the  castle grounds for lunch, shopping or photographing the area.
In the Tea House, a small restaurant in the castle’s courtyard one can  try the Funeral cake, a porridge like dessert with walnuts, raisins, rum and much more. In Romanian called Coliva the funeral cake usually is  served at funerals and commemoration of deceased loved ones. It goes  well with a good coffee or tea.
Nearby the castle entrance a small souvenir market is located, our  favorite stall is selling traditional masks and handcrafted objects and  textiles.  Please ask your guide to point it out to you!
Our guests have the option to decide to have a proper sit-down meal or  something quick on the move. The same market has food stalls, one of the most popular ones sells Romanian Hot Dogs (local sausage sandwiches)  and Hanul Bran restaurant offers a large choice of tasty Romanian cuisine.

What's included?

    Professional guide
    Round-trip transport by air-conditioned car or minivan
    Hotel pickup and drop-off from Brasov outside of old town only

    Exclusions
    • Tip or gratuity

    Food and drinks
    Gratuities
    Entrance fees: Bran Castle,Rasnov Fortress, Peles Castle, Pelisor Castle
    3-4-hour tour extension to Peles Castle (if option not selected)

    Please note
    • Public transportation nearby
    • Infant seats available
    • Small group tour
    • Sturdy hiking footwear recommended
    • All year round - try to avoid week-ends
    • MONDAY BRAN CASTLE IS OPENED AT 12:00.
    • "Skip the line" at the ticket office for Bran Castle only if you buy the ticket online or you pay the entrance fee to my guide.
    • Tour available with extension to Sinaia at a supplement and you have to book online Bran, Rasnov and Peles Castle option!
    • Peles and Pelisor Castles are closed MONDAY and TUESDAY! More info about the admission time: peles.ro
    • Bran, Rasnov and Peles Castle
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Not stroller accessible
    • Not suitable for pets
    • Infants must not sit on laps
    • RASNOV FORTRESS IS CLOSED, for the moment! Anyhow, we could visit the outside walls and exterior court.
    • Please bring your own mask; we provide hand sanitizer. We are cleaning vehicles after every tour.
    • On departure the guide will hold a signboard for you to recognize: Meeting Point GUARANTEED DEPARTURES DAY TOURS - In front of Biblioteca Județeană "George Barițiu", Bulevardul Eroilor 33-35 • Peles Castle is closed Monday and Tuesday  Update info on www.peles.ro • Please note: Bran Castle opens at 12pm on Mondays • Please be ready at least 10 minutes prior to departure time.
    • We let you know about the pick up time from the hotel with 1 day before!
    • Please note when you book online the extension of Peles Castle, we visit this site first, than Bran Castle and Rasnov Fortress!
    • Meeting point: In front of Biblioteca Județeană "George Barițiu", Bulevardul Eroilor 33-35. Please be aware that we provide pick-up and drop-off services exclusively within the city of Brașov, as well as for guests staying outside the old town. The pick-up time will vary based on the location requested. Additionally, we are happy to drop off guests at a different location than the pick-up point for an additional fee.
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