Full Day Dracula Trip in Brasov Bran and Sighisoara

Brasov, Romania
Duration9h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Discover the true story about who was Vlad Dracula, his life, and facts but also about the legend and myth regarding him. He lived for different periods in the cities of Sighisoara and Brasov. I'll be pleased to share with you my knowledge and information, hidden parts of the cities or stories which are less known. This tour will reveal to you the places related to Dracula's real life, about his fame, how the legend was born, and why it became so famous.

What's included

  • Gas and Parking fees
  • Transport by car or minivan
  • Entrance tickets (standard tours) as presented in the itinerary
  • Private Tour Guide / Driver
  • other meals or services

What to expect

  1. Brasov Historical Center
    45m
    Meet our tour guide at your hotel/location in Brasov.
    We'll start with a quick driving tour in the old neighborhoods of Brasov to see places that are related to the life of Vlad Dracula and the time he spent here. Are places and stories less known which will add spice to the whole Dracula story, which I'd like to tell you.
    Council Square, Black Church, Ecaternia’s Gate, Weaver’s Bastion, the former house of Vlad Dracula, Katharina’s House, etc.
  2. Bran Castle
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Next, we'll go to Bran Castle, also known as Dracula Castle, built at the end of the 14th century. For a short period, it belonged to the Wallahian ruling family, the family of Vlad. I'll tell you the history of the castle and which are the real connections with Dracula.
    Visit Bran Castle (entrance fees are required, not included in the tour price).
  3. Feldioara Fortress
    Pass by
    Next, we’ll drive on a very scenic route, passing old villages and seeing several fortresses along the route: Feldioara, Rupea, and Saschiz. Enjoy the countryside scenery and the green Transylvanian “rolling hills”.
  4. Cetatea Rupea
    Pass by
    The fortress of Rupea nowadays covers an area of approximately 11 ha (~27 acres) together with its walls, towers, and inner courtyards. Because of its dominant position near the European route E60, to the north, and on the right of the city, it is a remarkable presence from a great distance. While it was first attested in 1324, the fortress wasn`t built at that precise moment but must have been realized at least a few decades earlier.
  5. Saxon Church
    Pass by
    Built in 1493 in Gothic style it is one of the nicest old churches from Transylvania. The complex was surrounded by a powerful defensive wall, the perimeter of which is today marked by a fence.[1] The only surviving portion is the northern tower, which was fitted with a prominent spire in 1677
  6. Peasant Citadel
    Pass by
    Was built in the 14th century and it is also called "the Giants Castle" following a local legend.
  7. Centrul Istoric Sighisoara
    2h
    In the afternoon we'll have a walking tour of the medieval city of Sighisoara - the Pearl of Transylvania. The whole historic center is included in the UNESCO heritage list. Sighisoara is the birthplace of Vlad Dracula and we'll see the house where he was born. Church on the Hill, Clock tower, medieval wall, and towers are part of our trip.
    Entrance fees are required to Church on the Hill and Clock Tower.
  8. Church on the Hill
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Dating since 14th - 15th century it is the most important religious building from Sighisoara and holds some unique elements in architecture and frescoes, that our tour guide will be pleased to share with you.
  9. Brasov
    10m
    Return to Brasov and drop-off at your location.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Our guide will have a sign with the client's name.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Driving time about 4 hrs

Cancellation policy

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