Private day trip to visit Peles Castle & Dracula Castle
- private tour -
Peles Castle and Bran Dracula’s Castle day tour is themost popular trip from Bucharest, being the most requested by our clients.
The journey into the beautiful natural setting of the Carpathians, Prahova Valley, Peles Castle impressive architecture, legends around the Bran Castle, attracts tourists coming into Romania, who enjoys a memorable day.
Type - private / only for your group
Duration - 12 hours
Availability - daily (Tuesday - Sunday); except Monday when Peles Castle is closed
Start times - between 07:00 - 09:00 AM
Pick-up - hotel/address pick-up
Professional guide available on request English / Italian / Spanish
Take a one day trip from Bucharest to visit Two Castles in Transylvania. First, Peles Castle , the summer residence of the Romanian Royal Family. Second the famous Dracula Castle in Bran.
You will leave Bucharest early in the morning to travel to Sinaia. It is a 2 hours trip on Prahova Valley, so you will have the chance to enjoy the beautiful scenery of this “Gate to Transylvania”.
Once in Sinaia you will visit:
The Peles Castle
One of the most spectacular castles in Europe. It dazzles tourists with impressive architecture, amazing details of décor elements and certainly the spectacular natural setting. Peles Castle was built to become the summer residence of King Carol I of Romania and had cultural, administrative and symbolic purpose.
It was built between 1873 and 1914 on a 1000 hectares domain, situated on Sinaia Estate, also called Piatra Arsa Estate. The magnificent architecture is the work of Karel Liman and Johannes Schultz.
Peles Castle tour has two options:
1 hour tour – Ground level
1,5 hours tour – Ground level and first floor
Both tours include professional guide provided by museum.
For video and photo an extra charge will be paid at the museum.
Pelisor Castle
The castle was built between 1899 – 1902 as a gift from King Charles I to his royal heirs. It is part of the vast architectural ensemble created by King Charles I in Sinaia. In other words, the castle is an important component of the cultural heritage of the Romanian people.
Next you will have 1.5 – 2 hours for souvenir shopping and lunch. We can recommend you some very good local restaurants.
From Sinaia we will go to visit Dracula’s Castle in Bran.
Bran Dracula’s Castle
Associated rather to the myth of Dracula than true historic figures, the castle gained its fame following Bram Stoker’s homonym novel. The history of the Bran settlement (which means “gate” in Turkish) begins in the time of the Teutonic knights, in the 13th century, when it was a mere fortress. Only a century later did the people of Brasov received permission to build a castle which was finished in 1388.
The trip back to your accommodation in Bucharest will take 3-3.5 hours.
If you have any questions or need more details regarding our Peles Castle day tour please contact us by phone at +40 314 327 289 / +40 727 707 007.
This is a private tour, the vehicle is available only for your group. It is recommended for families with children – we offer free child seat and you can stop along the way whenever you want. In case you travel with a child please provide us your child seat requirements. In accordance with the legal provisions in force, the child seat is mandatory.
There is no age limit for this experience.
You can select the pick-up time between 7:00 and 09:00 AM.
You can have this experience with or without a professional guide. For a full experience we recommend to have your personal guide. If you don’t need a professional guide you will have a professional English/Italian speaking driver that is happy to share some Romanian lifestyle, culture and history and help you choose a very good restaurant for your lunch.
Visiting days and opening hours.
Peles Castle and Pelisor Castle tickets include live guided tours.
Open daily during the summer season 15 May – 16 September, between 9.00 and 16.15, except Mondays when Peles castleis closed.
During the winter season Peles Castle is closed on Monday and Tuesday and last visit starts at 16:15. A standard tour of the castle lasts 45 minutes.
For more information visit the official website www.peles.ro
Bran Castle tickets include live guided tours.
Open daily during the summer season 1 April – 30 September, between 9.00 and 18.00, except Mondays when Bran castle open at 12:00
During winter 1 October – 31 March visiting hours 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM except Monday opening program 12:00 AM to 04: 00 PM.
Being one of the most spectacular castles in Europe, Peles Castle dazzles tourists with its impressive architecture, amazing details of décor elements and a truly spectacular natural setting.
Peles Castle was built to become the summer residence of King Carol I of Romania and had cultural, administrative and symbolic purpose. It was built between 1873 and 1914 on a 1000 hectares domain, situated on Sinaia Estate or, as it was called then, Piatra Arsa Estate. The grandiose architecture is the work of Karel Liman and Johannes Schultz
Open daily during the summer season 15 May – 16 September, between 9.00 and 16.15, except Mondays when Peles castle is closed.
During the winter season Peles Castle is closed on Monday and Tuesday and last visit starts at 16:15. A standard tour of the castle lasts 45 minutes.
For more information visit the official website www.peles.ro
Pelisor Castle
Pelişor Castle was built between 1899 and 1902, at the request of King Carol I, to offer a residence to the hereditary princes. Considered the “Dream House” of Queen Mary, Pelişor Castle combines German and Romanian elements. Above all it illustrates the Queen belief in the beauty, revealing her bold, mysterious and romantic personality.
Besides, Pelisor keeps the glorious memory of the “Queen of all the Romanians”, being the place where the Queen Mary has passed into eternity.
Inauguration took place on May 24, 1903. The inaugural Act was painted by Queen Mary on parchment: “We, Carol I, King of Romania, built this house adjacent to the towering Peles castle for our loving grandchildren. to the church to bring the good of the sky, we, Ferdinand, the principle of Romania with Mary, I received the principy in this new building, with a gracious heart and full of love. I am with new children, Carol, Elizabeth and Mary, in the year of salvation 1903, and the reign of King Charles 37 on May 24. I gave him his name, Pelişor. “
As a result, Pelisor Castle became an integral part of an architectural ensemble built by King Carol I on the Peles Valley. First Peles Castle – summer residence of the royal family – and then House of Knights, Economat, Royal Guard House, Architects’ House and Garden House.
After the Revolution, specialists of Peleş Museum Complex started the reconstruction and extention of inventory. Therefore, in February 1993 Pelişor was inaugurated as a museum and opened to the public.
Bran Dracula’s Castle
Associated rather to the myth of Dracula than true historic figures, the castle gained its fame following Bram Stoker’s homonym novel. The history of the Bran settlement (which means “gate” in Turkish) begins in the time of the Teutonic knights, in the 13th century, when it was a mere fortress. Only a century later did the people of Brasov received permission to build a castle which was finished in 1388.
Having a troubled history and being passed over between several owners, including being briefly owned by Mircea the Wise, Bran Castle finally ends up in the ownership of Queen Maria in 1920. The current appearance and interior decorations are part of the Queen’s legacy as she was the one who oversaw the restoration works and was in charge of decoration.
Is the most popular touristic area near Bucharest, with constant visitors in summer as well as winter, due to the resorts and ski slopes in Sinaia, Busteni, Azuga and Predeal.
Bucegi Mountains, part of the Carpathian chain, stretches from Prahova Valley to Bran Corridor and overlooks the entire region.
The highest point in Bucegi is Omu Peak, but the main natural attractions are the Sphinx and Babele rock formations.
If you have questions or inconsistencies regarding our Day trip to Peles Castle & Bran Dracula’s Castle, take a look upon the FAQ , contact us by phone at +40 314 327 289 / +40 727 707 007 or e-mail us office@primustrans.com.
SARS COVID-19 prevention measures and travel informations
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Dear valued client,
The health and safety of our passengers and employees is our top priority. Because of the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic, our company has taken a number of precautionary measures to provide the highest level of protection for our customer and stuff.
A cleaning procedure of the vehicle interior surfaces is conducted following each ride, and all vehicles areas are cleaned and disinfected daily. Furthermore, we have instructed all employees to seek medical attention immediately if they feel unwell, and we do not allow seek employee to report for work.
We made some changes to our regular services as a result of these precautions, such as the removal of all printed and reading materials from the seat-back pockets, water, or beverage offerings, and the limiting of all physical material sharing between passengers and drivers wherever possible.
We appreciate your understanding and we are dedicated to continuing to provide you with the highest level of services that you have come to expect.
We wish you the best of health and look forward to work together as soon as possible .
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Stimate client,
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Procedurile de curatare si dezinfectare a interioarelor autoturismelor sunt urmate cu strictete atat inceputul fiecarei zile de lucru cat si dupa fiecare calatorie. Utilizarea mastilor de protectie este obligatorie pe parcursul intregii calatorii. Pentru calatoriile de lunga durata schimbarea acestora la fiecare 4 ore este obligatorie. Mastile sunt disponibile in masini si sunt gratuite. Daca este posibil va recomandam utilizarea manusilor de protectie. Mai mult, am solicitat tuturor angajatilor sa efectueze controale medicale imediat ce prezinta simptome specifice COVID-19.
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Pelişor Castle was built between 1899 and 1902, at the request of King Carol I, to offer a residence to the hereditary princes. Considered the “Dream House” of Queen Mary, Pelişor Castle combines German and Romanian elements. Above all it illustrates the Queen belief in the beauty, revealing her bold, mysterious and romantic personality.
