Private Full-day Bran Castle Tour with Lunch from Brasov

Brasov, Romania
Duration7h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Discover two of Transylvania's biggest attractions, the medieval castle of Bran and the Bear Sanctuary. We will visit the largest brown bear sanctuary in the world, learn more about the incredible creatures, and know more about Dracula's legends.
First, we will see from distance the Rasnov Fortress, a walled stone compound designed to ward off attacks by the fierce Tartars and used as a refuge for local villagers during medieval warfare.
Next, we will bear watch at Bear Sanctuary, here time of 1 hour our guide will introduce us to the over 100 residents of the place and each of their unique stories.
After this, we will visit the gorgeous gothic castle of Bran and visit the rooms that are full of history from 1377 to the modern days.
In the afternoon you will have the chance to try the traditional Romanian food made by our hosts in their homes with natural local farm-fresh ingredients.

What's included

  • Traditional organic lunch
  • Entrance fees to Bran Castle and Bear Sanctuary
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Still/Sparkling water bottles in the car
  • Parking Fees
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Bran Castle
    2h · Admission ticket included
    The medieval structure was built in 1377 to safeguard the trading route between Transylvania and Wallachia, enlarged and restored a few times to become a royal residence in the 1920s under Queen Marie of Romania.
    Bran Castle also known as “Dracula’s Castle”, the castle is built on a hilltop with a view of each part of the valley. The castle got its fame from the novel “Dracula”, written by Bram Stoker, and Dracula movie due later directed by Francis Ford Coppola.
  2. Libearty Bear Sanctuary Zarnesti
    2h · Admission ticket included
    we will bear watch at Bear Sanctuary, here time of 1 hour our guide will introduce us to the over 100 residents of the place and each of their unique stories.
    We will watch the bears as they roam in their spacious enclosures, climbing trees and taking dips in pools will make you feel extraordinary. These bears come from bleak backgrounds, thanks to the efforts of the sanctuary, they are now able to enjoy normal, happy lives. From the front of the sanctuary, we will have a great 360 degrees panorama which reveals the superb views of Bucegi Mountain and Piatra Craiului Mountains.
  3. Vulcan
    2h
    In the afternoon you will have the chance to try the traditional Romanian food made by our hosts in their homes with natural local farm-fresh ingredients.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

In front of George Baritius Statue, right in front of the County Library, which is in Livada Postei Parking Space.

End point

In front of George Baritius Statue, right in front of the County Library, which is in Livada Postei Parking Space.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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