Transylvania Tour: Bears, Castles, and Cuisine

Embark on a private tour from Bucharest to the Libearty Bear Sanctuary and Dracula’s Castle. Discover the largest brown bear sanctuary in Europe and explore the legendary castle of Vlad the Impaler. Immerse yourself in Romania’s history, culture, and wildlife on this unforgettable journey.

Duration: 11 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Libearty Bear Sanctuary Zarnesti - Located in Zarnesti, Romania, the Libearty Bear Sanctuary serves as a haven for bears rescued from captivity. This sanctuary offers a natural habitat where bears can freely roam, forage, and socialize. As one of Europe’s largest bear sanctuaries, it is dedicated to promoting bear conservation and encouraging…
What's Included
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Small-group max 7 passengers
  • Professional guide in English
What's Not Included
  • Entrance fees
  • Entrance fees
  • Lunch
Additional Information

Embark on a serene journey from Bucharest to Transylvania with a small group, accommodating up to 7 passengers.
The pick-up location is “Piața 21 Decembrie 1989,” with a departure time set for 7:00 a.m.
Travel approximately 3 hours to the Libearty Bear Sanctuary in Zărnești, which is home to over 120 rescued Brown Bears living freely in a natural forest…

Location
Piața 21 Decembrie 1989
near the clock
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Marta_d
Feb 7, 2026
Very well thought and... - Very well thought and organised trip, it was a perfect choice for travelling with 2 kids (8&9 yo). Pleasant and relaxed atmosphere, very attentive guide, who gave us a lot of interesting information and answered all of our questions on local history, customs, etc.
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Scenic23835388430
Feb 1, 2026
Great day in Transilvania - We had a great and informative day with Sebastian. Our tour was private and accordingly very flexible. Would definitely book again 👍🏼
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Ava178
Dec 24, 2025
Amazing trip - Amazing trip! Andreii was an excellent guide and we really enjoyed our day. Saw some beautiful views and the Bear sanctuary tour was fantastic
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Ava
Dec 13, 2025
Great trip - We went on the tour with Andreii and visited Peles Castle, Bran Castle and Libearty Bear Sanctuary. Andreii was very friendly, talkative and informative and the trip was a great experience
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Inspire18950880585
Dec 4, 2025
Transylvanian Dreamin' - A nice tour of Transylvania and two major attractions there. Andre was awesome. I do think it was a little overpriced, but it's a once and a lifetime experience, so completely worth it
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Nicole_r
Nov 21, 2025
Great experience! - GEORGE was an incredible tour guide! He gave us a great history about Dracula and Bran's Castle. The trip was well timed and planned (we didn't feel rushed or that we were staying in one place too long). George also gave us recommendations on where to eat, how to get around the city, and popular places to go for university students. We had a great time! Also the Bear Sanctuary has wolves too! And Bran's Castle it's kind of built like a maze so it's fun to go through!
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N0stalgisk
Nov 15, 2025
A whole day of adventure - I traveled alone with no expectations, but was still extremely positively surprised! Our travel guide was sympathetic, informative and very engaging. The trip to the Bear Reserve was strong, and seeing both Bran and Braşov was very fun for a first time traveller in this area Recommend everyone to take this tour if you have a day to dedicate! Very pleased and highly recommend this
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Jennifer_r
Sep 25, 2025
An experience I'll remember for a long time - It was a really special experience to see these beautiful creatures in a place they're happy and so well cared for. The beautiful drive through Transylvania to Bran Castle also blew me away! Our guide, Octavian, was brilliant. He was knowledgeable, unbelievably patient and did everything to make sure we enjoyed our day. Aside from the trip itself, I'd recommend the tour operator to anyone. Their customer service, communication and professionalism were all immense – they really set the tone for the wonderful time I had in Romania.
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Anaargeseanu
Aug 23, 2025
Very good - This private tour was the highlight of our trip to Romania! The Bear Sanctuary in Zărnești was truly heartwarming — seeing the rescued bears in such a peaceful, natural environment was both emotional and inspiring. Our guide was friendly, knowledgeable, and made the whole experience feel personal and relaxed. Bran Castle was amazing — and visiting without a big crowd made it even better. We had plenty of time to explore and enjoy the atmosphere without feeling rushed. Afterward, we had a lovely lunch in Bran, with great local food and stunning mountain views. Everything was well-organized, comfortable, and tailored to our pace. If you're looking for a calm, authentic day outside the city, this tour is perfect. Highly recommend!
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Joselitojohn_b
Jun 29, 2025
Better than most tours. Worth more than price. - We’re in the middle of this tour with Laura. Lunch now after seeing bears and the castle. Laura is fun and smart. Mix of history, trivia and rumor. Safe driver as places are quite far. For the price we paid, this is a wonderful tour with a wonderful guide. Worth more than what we paid for a family of 5.
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up to 7 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).