Bran Castle and Rasnov Fortress tour from Brasov, with optional visit to Peles Castle
Excursions & day trips

Bran Castle and Rasnov Fortress tour from Brasov, with optional visit to Peles Castle

4.9/5
Excellent
Based on 3 reviews
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$53.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: from 4 hours to 9 hours 30 minutes
Why you’ll love this…
  • Discover Bran Castle, known as ‘Dracula’s Castle’
  • Walk through the spooky rooms and hear tales about Vlad the Impaler
  • Explore the imposing 13th-century Rasnov Fortress
What to expect

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 novel of 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.

The interior of Rasnov Fortress is closed in 2021, you will see the outside and the exterior court of the citadel.

You have the possibility to extend your tour by 3/4 hours to include a visit to the beautifully ornate Peleș Castle (Upgrade at booking to extend your tour for an additional fee to include Peles Castle). Peles Castle and Pelisor Castle, part of the larger Peles Castle complex, are closed on Monday and Tuesdays.

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What's included
  • check Professional guide
  • check Round-trip transport by air-conditioned car or minivan
  • check Hotel pick-up and drop-off service from Brasov city only
What's not included
  • x_not_included Tip or gratuity
  • x_not_included Food and drinks
  • x_not_included Entrance fees to Bran Castle and Râșnov Fortress: LEI 40, around €8.5,
  • x_not_included Entrance fee to Rasnov Fortress: LEI 17, around €3.5,
  • x_not_included Entrance fee to Peles Castle: LEI 30 (the standard tour) around €7
Where

Biblioteca Județeană "George Barițiu", Bulevardul Eroilor, Brașov, Romania

Meeting point:
In front of Biblioteca Județeană "George Barițiu", Bulevardul Eroilor 33-35 - 8:00 AM from TUESDAY to SUNDAY / 10:00 AM MONDAY. Please be aware that the local operator provides 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. The guide holds the sign "Meeting Point GUARANTEED DEPARTURES DAY TOURS”.
What to remember
  • Maximum of 8 people per tour group
  • Sturdy hiking footwear recommended
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
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Provider
ACTIVE TRAVEL
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

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4.9/5

Based on 3 reviews from verified customers

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  • Jenny

    From United States of America - March 2025

    Traveled as a couple

     

    18 - 24 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Charlie was amazing! He made sure everyone was looked after & his knowledge was vast so the tour was really interesting. The only improvements could b ...

  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - December 2023

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Bellissima esperienza, personale molto qualificato e preparato....lo consiglo assolutamente !!!

  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - May 2023

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Alex was an excellent guide, very knowledgeable and easy to talk to. We were lucky enough to spot a huge brown bear, in excess of 300 kilos, which wa ...

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