Explore Romania’s royal heritage with a scenic tour of Bran, Peles, Pelisor, and Cantacuzino castles, plus Sinaia Monastery. Discover breathtaking views and rich history.
Explore Romania’s royal heritage with a scenic tour of Bran, Peles, Pelisor, and Cantacuzino castles, plus Sinaia Monastery. Discover breathtaking views and rich history.
- Bran Castle (Dracula’s Castle) - Completed in 1382, this medieval fortress majestically stands on a rocky cliff between Măgura and Dealul Cetății, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape. Explore its storied halls and discover the mysteries and legends of Count Dracula that have made this castle world-renowned. Guided tours inside are…
- Bran Castle (Dracula’s Castle) - Completed in 1382, this medieval fortress majestically stands on a rocky cliff between Măgura and Dealul Cetății, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape. Explore its storied halls and discover the mysteries and legends of Count Dracula that have made this castle world-renowned. Guided tours inside are available exclusively through the Bran Castle Team for an additional fee of 12 euros. While external guides can accompany visitors and provide some explanations, they are not permitted inside.
- Peles Castle - This was the summer residence of Romania’s first King, Carol I of Hohenzollern-Sigmaringen, and his wife, Queen Elisabeth of Wied. Peles Castle was constructed between 1873 and 1914, based on designs by the main architect, Karel Liman. Visitors will be guided in English by a team member or directly by the Castle Guide, exploring over 160 rooms, each showcasing a different style (Venetian, Turkish, Imperial, French, etc.).
- Pelisor Castle - Pelisor Castle is the charming younger sibling of Peles Castle—smaller, more intimate, yet with a unique personality and artistic flair. Built between 1899 and 1902 at the request of Carol I as a gift to his nephew Ferdinand I and Queen Marie of Romania. Visitors will be guided inside by a team member or by the staff of Pelisor Castle.
- Manastirea Sinaia - This is one of Romania’s most significant religious and historical landmarks and is the namesake of the entire town of Sinaia. It was built in 1695 by Prince Mihail Cantacuzino following his pilgrimage to Mount Sinai in Egypt, where he visited the renowned Saint Catherine’s Monastery.
- Cantacuzino Castle - Cantacuzino Castle is another gem of Romania’s mountain region—elegant, historic, and surrounded by breathtaking mountain scenery. It was built between 1901 and 1911 by Prince Gheorghe Grigore Cantacuzino, one of the wealthiest men in Romania at the time.

- Free water bottle
- Professional English speaking tour leader
- Free Wifi available in the Van/car
- Skip the line to get the tickets for Castles
- Free water bottle
- Professional English speaking tour leader
- Free Wifi available in the Van/car
- Skip the line to get the tickets for Castles
- Lunch
- Entrance fees
- Lunch
- Entrance fees
The tour kicks off at the designated meeting spot in the center of Brașov. From there, embark on a picturesque 30 to 40-minute drive to the iconic Bran Castle. Completed in 1382, this medieval stronghold majestically sits on a rocky cliff between Măgura and Dealul Cetății, providing stunning views of the surrounding scenery.
The adventure continues to…
The tour kicks off at the designated meeting spot in the center of Brașov. From there, embark on a picturesque 30 to 40-minute drive to the iconic Bran Castle. Completed in 1382, this medieval stronghold majestically sits on a rocky cliff between Măgura and Dealul Cetății, providing stunning views of the surrounding scenery.
The adventure continues to the delightful mountain resort of Sinaia, once the preferred summer getaway for Romania’s Royal Family. Explore Castle Peles, with its 160 rooms, constructed for the first King Carol I between 1873 and 1914, followed by Castle Pelisor, with 99 rooms, built for his nephew Ferdinand and Queen Maria.
Make a brief stop at Monastery Sinaia, established in 1695, with a new church added in 1842.
Then, visit the sophisticated Cantacuzino Castle, completed in 1911 by the esteemed architect G. Cerchez at the behest of Prince Gheorghe Grigore Cantacuzino. This remarkable Neo-Romanian-style mansion features opulent interiors, an art gallery, and expansive views of the Bucegi Mountains.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.