Discover Bran Castle and the high ground villages of the Piatra Craiului National Park – 1 Day Tour from Brașov

Bran Castle Tour

The morning will take us to Bran Castle where the legend of Count Dracula is kept alive all year round. Built in the 13th Century, Bran Castle is an intriguing hilltop fortress, and one of the most famous landmarks in Romania. Tourists gather from every corner of the world to experience a guided tour of this majestic castle, which is famed to have belonged to Vlad the Impaler, the alleged inspiration for Count Dracula. Both of these names are steeped in mystery and myth, and you will delight in exploring the origin of both.

Next on this fantastic day trip, you will be treated with a walk along Pestera Village, which is one of the most beautiful authentic mountain villages in Romania. The simplicity of this place and the stunning views will leave you breathless.

Description

Bran Castle Tour – Schedule:

Pick up time is at 8:30 A.M. from your accommodation in Brasov. One hour drive later we reach the famous Dracula Castle where we will spend around 2 – 2.5 hours visiting the Castle and the soundings. Coming next is Pestera Village, not far away from Bran. Be ready to hike for about 2 – 3 hours between local farms and stunning views. We return back to Brasov around 5 P.M.

Our Tips:

This trip is suitable to families or any other groups of people that can walk slowly on various terrain for 2 hours.

Mandatory gear:

Light hiking shoes, clothes that suits the outside weather and rain coat.

Discover Bran Castle and the high ground villages of the Piatra Craiului National Park – 1 Day Tour from Brașov

Costs per person

* Costs per person
* If your group is larger than 8, please contact us

INCLUDED

Authorized Mountain guide

Private Transportation

Hotel pick-up/drop off from Brasov

Private/Exclusive tour

Air-conditioned vehicle

EXCLUDED

Lunch

Entry/Admission Tickets

Additional Information – Bran Castle

Starting August 1st, 2025, guided tours inside Bran Castle are conducted exclusively by the castle’s official guides or can be visited independently, without accompaniment from our tour guides, in accordance with the castle’s updated policies (please refer to their official website for more details).

Due to the castle’s narrow corridors and high visitor numbers, especially during peak periods, our guides will provide the full explanation and historical context outside, in the castle gardens, prior to your visit inside.