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Peles Castle can be considered the most important historical building in Romania, having a unique character by its historical and artistic value. It’s one of the most important monuments of its kind in Europe, during the second half of the 19th century…

Departure & Return Location

Brasov, pick-up/drop-off from any location

Meeting Time

15 Minutes before event time

Price Includes

• Pick-up and Drop-off from Brasov
• All transportation in destination location
• Entrance Fees

Price Excludes

• Camera Equipment
• Taking Pictures/Video Fees
• Any Private Expenses

Complementaries

• Pelisor Castle visit
• Sinaia Monastery visit

What to Expect

Peles Castle was built between 1873-1914 on a 1000 ha. of land called “Piatra Arsa” estate. It was the former home of Romanian Royal Family, built on the initiative of the first King of Romania, Carol I. Its architectural style is a blend of Neo-Renaissance and Gothic Revival similar to Schloss Neuschwanstein in Bavaria. Peles Castle has over 170 rooms, many with dedicated themes from world cultures on a 3200 square-meter footprint. The castle is closed in November each year for maintenance and cleaning.

Additional  you can visit Pelisor Castle , small replica palace built on the same domain as Peles Castle.

Additional  you can visit Sinaia Monastery , one of the oldest monasteries in the country.

Pelisor Castle

Part of the same complex as the larger Peles Castle.

Sinaia Monastery

The monastery consists of two courtyards surrounded by low buildings and 2 Byzantine style churches.

09:00 Pick-up from Brasov

Tour usually starts at 9 AM but time may vary. We’ll take you from your accommodation in Brasov or any other point in proximity. Tuesday, in summer time between May 15th – September 16th, Peles Castle is open.

Pelisor Castle (Complementary)

This is an additional service!

Sinaia Monastery (Complementary)

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Brasov and Peles Castle Tour

One Day Tour, History Tour

• Booking conditions

Discover two of the must-see landmarks in Romania in just one day with our Brasov and Peles Castle Tour. This trip is a great option if you enjoy culture, history, and architecture. 

We start with the Peles Castle tour and enjoy a visit to the favorite residence of King Carol the 1st. Dating from the late 19th century, the landmark is one of the most beautiful castles in Europe and a must-see in Romania. We spend more time in Sinaia to admire the Byzantine frescoes of the centuries-old Sinaia Monastery.

We head to Brasov for a 4-hour walking tour of the city. Enjoying the splendid surroundings of the Carpathians, Brasov still conserves part of the fortifications that enclosed it and protected it in the medieval century.

The tour is available from Tuesday to Sunday, in English and Italian. 

Tour also suited for seniors.

Discover also our Two Castles Day Day Tour 

This tour can be modified according to your time and points of interest.

Peles Castle

The summer residence of King Carol the 1st, this fairytale castle was the king's favorite place in Romania. Inaugurated in 1883,  Peles Castle  is one of the most impressive in this part of Europe. It was also one of the most modern of its time.

The royal family lived several months per year in the castle until the communist authorities confiscated the property after WW2.

Sinaia Monastery

The 17th century Sinaia Monastery was built in what was once a dense forest of the Carpathians, long before Peles Castle. Its Old Church is a splendid Brancovenesc-style monument with fascinating frescoes, while its New Church displays the portraits of King Carol and Queen Elisabeta. The royal couple loved spending their summers at this monastery.

Brasov  is one of the seven citadels founded by the German colonists who settled Transylvania starting in the 12th century. The city still preserves medieval monuments including fortifications and the impressive Black Church we'll visit on our walking tour.

We'll also see the Town Square, the White Tower, the Black Tower, the fortification system, and more local attractions.

Easy: Easy short walks on flat terrain.

Moderate: Up to 5 km walking per day or/and optional cycling routes and easy hikes.

Intense: Up to 10 km walking per day with some inclines or/and optional cycling routes and more demanding hikes

Challenge: Hiking on uneven trails at altitudes above 1,000 meters. Longer optional cycling routes. Requires good health and physical condition.

Ultimate: Full day of hikes and/or demanding cycling tours. Requires excellent health and physical condition.

Basic: Limited interaction.

Moderate: At least two or three cultural sights included in the tour.

High: Cultural visits everyday of the tour.

Total: All about culture.

Moderate: At least two or three historical sights included in the tour.

High: Visits at historical monuments everyday of the tour.

Total: All about history.

Moderate: At least two hours per day spent in nature.

High: Most activities take place in nature.

Total: All about nature.

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4.3. You have the right to ask and receive a price discount if important changes, mentioned at point 5.2., lead to a significant cut of the travel products or/and services costs.

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5.1.   If you decide to cancel the tour with prior notice of at least 30 days, you will be refunded the deposit, minus the transfer fees and the costs that could not be recovered from third parties, for instance, accommodation and other local services already booked. You will not be reimbursed if you cancel the tour less than 30 days before its start except in cases of major force.

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6.2. You have the right to transfer the tour package to other parties who wish to participate in your place. In this case, the other party assumes the entire contractual rights and obligations, including a price increase if extra services are needed. The transfer cannot take place less than 7 days before the execution of the tour package.

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6.5. You are the only responsible party if you do not follow the tour program, if you lose your official ID documents and belongings or if your actions disrupt the execution of the tour.

6.6. You are responsible for securing travel and health insurance as well as applying and obtaining entrance visas to Romania if necessary. 

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Ecaterina Gate Brasov

View over Brasov

Statues as Peles Castle

Black Church Brasov

Streets in Brasov

Fortification walls in Brasov

The price below is per person. Discount rates for children.

Private tour from Bucharest

Group of 2 persons:  €160  per person

Group of 3 persons: €120 per person

Group of 4 persons:  €95  per person

Group of 5 persons: €85 per person

Group of 6 persons:  €75  per person

Private tour from Brasov 

Group of 2 persons:  €100  per person

Group of 3 persons: €70 per person

Group of 4 persons:  €65  per person

Group of 5 persons: €55 per person

Group of 6 persons:  €50  per person

The price includes:

• tour guide services and planning costs
• transportation costs (driver, car, and gas costs) 

The price does not include:

• entrance fees
• payment-related fees except for credit card (4.5% for PayPal, variable for bank transfers)

Payment methods

Credit card, bank transfer, PayPal, cash (only for certain tours). 

Contact us if you’d like to get a price quotation for larger or smaller groups or a shorter/longer version of this tour.

Brasov or Bucharest

Around 400 (from Bucharest)

Car or minivan

Brasov, Peles Castle and Sinaia Monastery

Discount rates for children

Diana was our guide for the Sibiu walking tour. She is very informative and was willing to answer our many questions about Sibiu and the history of the area. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone new to Sibiu or visiting for the first time.

My husband and I booked this unique, experiential walking tour of the darker 1980s Ceaușescu-era in Romania's history. Diana was our guide for the day. A keen and well-studied historian, Diana is a fountain of knowledge, as well as continuously i...

Peles Castle is one of the most impressive castles in Europe.

Discover one of the most beautiful cities in Romania.

• Visit the CROWN city
• Peles, Bran and Brasov from Bucharest
• Bran Castle and Rasnov Fortress
• Visit Bran Castle
• Bran and bears

2 Castle Tour

• Dracula Myth and Reality
• Noble Castles
• Saxon Heritage in Transylvania
• 2 Fortified Churches of Transylvania
• 4 Saxon Villages
• Follow Prince Charles
• CROWN City and 2 Fortified Churches
• 2 Fortified Cities
• Fortified Cities of Transylvania
• Discover Targu Mures
• Discover the Citadel City
• Transfagarasan Tour
• Visit Balea Lake
• Feel Medieval
• Hunedoara Castle Legend
• Mystical Day
• A day on horses
• UTV Tours Brasov
• ATV Tours Brasov
• Mountain Bike Brasov Tour
• Trekking rural villages
• Cart trip on the mountain
• River Rafting Trip from Brasov
• Off road in the mountains
• Off Road to Viscri
• Off road to Sibiu
• Off road to Bran Castle
• Customize tour
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  Highlights

Tour of Peles Castle and Bran Castle from Brasov;

Professional travel guide and traditional lunch included;

Visit the luxury Peles Castle, "the pearl of the Carpathian Mountains";

Visit Romania’s Transylvania region and Bran Castle, known as “Dracula’s Castle”;

Meeting at 9AM;

Peles Castle is closed Monday;

Monday we recommend Noble Castles Tour ;

English speaking travel guide;

Transport with private car;

Pick-up from any address in Brasov;

Entrances fees;

Souvenirs and gifts;

Photo fees;

Visit Bran Castle and Peles Castle in this 2 Castle tour starting from Brasov. We will walk you through 2 different ages. In this tour we will see a king’s palace (Peles castle) and a vampire’s castle (Bran Castle). So, let’s taste a little bit of the Transylvania history.

The day tour will begin with the tour of Peles Castle, castle used by the royal family in the 19 th and 20 th century. The mountain and the elegant gardens from around the castle adds even ore charm to this extraordinary castle. Inside, you will see the luxury: golden chandeliers, walnut tree carvings, marble fountains, Venetian mirrors, secret chambers, a royal armory, one of the finest collections of art in Eastern and Central Europe and exotic timbers and solid bronze doors.

The architecture is between Italian elegance and German aesthetics along Neo Renaissance and Gothic Revival lines. For sure you will feel like a king or a princess.

The next stop is Bran Castle also known as “Dracula’s Castle”, the castle is built on a hilltop with view on 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 Francisc Ford Copplola.

We will visit the castle’s many well-preserved rooms and chambers. Gothic furnishings and details help set the scene for ghastly legends of all that happened here, including the imprisonment of Vlad the Impaler.

We will have time to take some souvenirs just outside of the castle, where you can find “Dracula” gifts, and local handmade things of wool and wood.

After or before the Bran Castle tour we will take a short break to eat something traditional.

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Dracula Castle, Peles Castle and Brasov Day Trip from Bucharest

Description.

• Full-day tour to Transylvania from Bucharest
• Get spooked on a tour of Gothic Bran Castle, also known as Dracula's Castle
• Visit the former royal residence at Peles Castle, considered one of the most beautiful of its kind in Europe

Itinerary 12 hours

This is a typical itinerary for this product.

Triumph Arch, Bucharest

Meet with your guide and set out for your Transylvania trip.

Peles Castle, Sinaia, Prahova County, Southern Romania

Start your day trip with Peles Castle (inside visit), set in the scenic mountain resort of Sinaia, also called the Pearl of the Carpathians. Tour the Romanian royal family’s former summer residence, which showcases a magnificent palace in the German Renaissance style. Built at the foot of the mountains between 1873 and 1914 by Carol I, the first Romanian king, the palace is considered one of the most beautiful of its kind in Europe.

Brasov Historical Center, Brasov, Brasov County, Central Romania, Transylvania

Next is the town of Brasov, previously known as Kronstadt. Its well-kept historical center filled with centuries-old homes connected by small streets paved with cobblestone retains its German medieval charm. Your walking tour of this lovely town starts from the main square, which features the Gothic Black Church (Biserica Neagră – inside visit), old City Hall, watch towers, walls around the former citadel, and the narrowest street in Europe.

Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle), Bran, Brasov County, Central Romania, Transylvania

Final stop at Bran Castle, commonly known as Dracula’s Castle (inside visit). The imposing construction, originally built as a fortress at the former border between Wallachia and Transylvania, looks out over a valley from its strategic position. The function of this medieval landmark is evident through its grandiose towers as well as its winding narrow staircases and passages. The Gothic appearance adds to the allure while you learn about its infamous ruler, Vlad the Impaler, and its legendary vampire. Conclude your tour with return transport to your hotel in Bucharest.

• Professional English speaking guide
• Departure from centrally located Meeting Point
• Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
• Free time at Peles Castle, Dracula's Castle and Brasov Historical Center
• Walking tour in Brasov
• Entrance Fees ( 50 Ron for Peles castle - standard ground floor exhibition, 70 Ron for Bran Castle)
• Entry/Admission - Peles Castle
• Entry/Admission - Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle)

Additional info

• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Youth must be accompanied by an adult
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 48 travelers.
• No heart problems or other medical conditions such as car sickness.
• Your guide will assist you with purchasing the entrance tickets (50 RON for Peles castle, standard ground floor exhibition, 70 RON for Bran Castle)
• Not allowed for pregnant travelers
• Minimum age of the participant is 11 years old
• Peles Castle is closed on Mondays year-round and on Tuesdays from October 14, 2024, to 1st May 2025. If your tour is booked within this period then you will see Peles Castle from the outside. You will spend more time at Bran Castle and Brasov
• Upon booking you must leave a valid WhatsApp phone number, as the assigned guide for your booking is going to establish contact one day before.
• No refunds will be approved for late arrivals or failing to meet at the designated meeting point and departure time.

Departure time 07:30 AM

Nice driver, Peles Castle is nice, so is Brasov. Bran castle is a bit disappointing, as you expect the castle is a bit 'themed', which isn't. Very long day, you should keep that in mind.

Dani was a good guide! Helped us with the tickets at Bran Castle & delivers in an interesting manner. Matters regaridng ticket purchase (buying online beforehand / paying in person) could have been clearer in the email confirmation

Dani is the greatest guide I have ever met. He is helpful and kind, making our trip full of laughs. He made our trip well-organized, enabling us to spend less time queuing for tickets. The Peles Castle is beyond my expectations. I wish I could spend more time inside. High recommended! Brasov is cozy with beautiful alleys and old buildings. The tiniest alley is fun! We went to a restaurant recommended by Dani at Brasov, and the food was really good. Dracula Castle is not my type, maybe because I am not a fan of Vampire. But the view of Transylvania alongside our trip was beautiful.

It was a long day but definitely worth it! Loved both the castles and Brasov. Dani was a great guide, with a sense of humour and lovely stories. Good value for money.

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Easy day trip from Brasov to Peles Castle

Last Updated on 9th August 2019 by Sarah and Justin

Visiting a castle was a must-do on our two-week Romania trip. So we took a day trip from Brasov to Peles Castle, one of the most beautiful castles in not just Romania, but in all of Europe. Here’s a quick guide for how to visit Peles Castle from Brasov.

Peles Castle

Peles Castle is in Sinaia, about an hour by train from Brasov. Many people traveling from Bucharest to Brasov stop off in Sinaia (mainly to see the castle) as it’s located between the two cities. Peles Castle was built in the 19th century in the Neo-Renaissance style. It was the summer palace of King Carol I, the first king of Romania. In 1990, after the castle had been closed to the public for many years, it was reopened as a museum.

How to get from Brasov to Peles Castle

Train from brasov to sinaia.

We took a public bus from our hotel near the Brasov old town to the Brasov train station. There we purchased round trip tickets to Sinaia. You can purchase train tickets online up to six hours in advance of your train, but we wanted to see what the weather would be like before committing to our day trip, so bought them at the kiosk in the train station.

The train from Brasov to Sinaia takes about an hour. The scenery along the way is quite beautiful. Pretty much immediately upon leaving Brasov, you’re in the mountains, surrounded by lush green forest. The most spectacular views, however, started about 15 minutes before arriving in Sinaia. You’ll see Bucegi Mountains towering over you, including the Heroes’ Cross on Caraiman Peak.

Taxi from Sinaia train station to Peles Castle

The Sinaia train station is at the bottom of town. Literally, in order to get from the train station into town, you have to walk up a couple pretty big flights of stairs. Then, to get to Peles Castle, you basically have to hike up a mountain. Okay, maybe we’re exaggerating a bit, but you do have to walk up a very long, fairly steep road to get there. We read a bunch of blog posts and trip reports by people who seemed quite fit saying it took them 30-45 minutes. We knew it would take Sarah at least double that even with her supplemental oxygen.

Typically in these situations, we look for public transportation options. But we couldn’t find one! We read there might be a bus sometime that might take us up close to the castle, but couldn’t figure out where exactly it would be or when it would leave. So in the end, we did what we absolutely hate doing… we took a taxi. And it was the best decision we ever made (well, aside from quitting our jobs to travel the world ). The taxi took about ten minutes, and as it wound its way up (and up and up) the road to get to the castle, we laughed at the prospect of us walking it. The taxi dropped us off just a few steps away from the entrance to the castle and, including tip, only cost 17 RON, which at the time was 3.65 EUR.

Visiting Peles Castle

First and most importantly, Peles Castle is gorgeous. It’s set back from the world, surrounded by green forest and mountain peaks. Its coloring and design makes it look almost delicate. It has a garden with grand staircases and unbelievable sculptures right outside its doors. It’s the epitome of a fairy tale castle.

It’s definitely worth seeing just from the outside. And often times that’s all we do. But this time, we took a tour to see the castle’s majestic interiors. Which leads us to our second point about visiting Peles Castle… it’s a touch disorganized. We bought our tickets and asked when the next tour in English would take place. The ticket seller didn’t know, and told us to ask the people in the castle. We knocked on a nondescript door and two women answered. They didn’t know when the next tour would be either because they had to find a tour guide. After a bit of confusion, they finally told us it would be in ten minutes and to come back then. We did as we were told, but when we returned they told us the tour had already started. We expressed our confusion and disappointment and they took us to meet the tour. We only missed the first few minutes, so it all worked out. We only tell this story because you should just be prepared that there may not be a tour in your language exactly when you arrive, and you might need to be a bit persistent in getting what you want. Please don’t be rude, but just follow-up on what you’re told. And don’t stray far from that door!

Even after all that we thought the the tour of the castle was well worth the cost. It lasted about an hour during which time the tour guide taught us a lot about the castle and Romanian history. As we visited on a Tuesday, we only saw the ground floor, but there are over 160 rooms in the castle, so we don’t feel like we missed out on anything. The interiors are truly magnificent, with each room topping the next in terms of beauty and extravagance. Some of the rooms are themed, such as the ornate and unique Moorish room.

And there is art everywhere. The walls of the cinema room feature frescoes painted by Gustav Klimt! Everywhere we looked there was some other beautiful item or interesting detail.

Exploring Sinaia (or not)

We walked down from the castle back to Sinaia and ultimately the train station. We had grand plans to explore the town, but we got caught in a downpour. It was actually one of the biggest rainstorms we’ve ever been caught in! We tried to hide out under some trees a few times, waiting for it to let up, but of course it only got worse and we only got wetter. We were completely soaked by the time we got down to town, and the roads were a bit flooded so it was hard to walk around. We ended up just grabbing supplies from the supermarket and going down to the train station to wait for our train.

But if the weather is different, it really is a lovely walk down from the castle. You make your way through forested paths, past local vendors selling tourist souvenirs (in the least aggressive manner we’ve seen), and the Sinaia Monastery. This was one place we had wanted to visit, but we only got a quick glimpse of the exterior through the rainstorm.

Peles Castle accessibility

Peles Castle has several floors and some stairs. They were manageable for Sarah – not too many at one go so she could go slow without ending up behind the tour group. If you are in a wheelchair, you will be able to visit the ground floor of the castle, and the staff will provide the necessary ramps to negotiate any stairs. If you are arriving by car, you should contact the castle in advance to make an appointment so you can park in the (otherwise restricted) accessible parking lot which is much, much closer to the castle. You will also be able to use a special entrance. The first floor of Peles Castle is not wheelchair accessible unless you have a special lift.

All the above information was provided by Accessible Romania . If you want to see the entire castle, it may be easiest to arrange a tour through Accessible Romania’s accessible tour company . They can make all the necessary arrangements. We are in no way associated with or compensated by Accessible Romania. We just contacted them to learn some additional information and found them to be very helpful and quick to respond.

Tips for your day trip from Brasov to Peles Castle

• If you’re not going to explore Sinaia, the whole trip should take four to five hours (depending if you walk or take a taxi to the castle).
• If you buy a round trip train ticket, you’ll save a little money.
• Wear comfortable shoes if you’re going to walk up or down to the castle.
• Bring an umbrella or a slicker – you never know when the sky will open up in Romania!
• Bring cash – the castle and taxi only took cash.
• Double check the opening times on the Peles Castle website . During most of the year, the castle is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. During the summer, it’s open on Tuesdays, but you only have the option to tour one of the floors. On other days of the week, you have the option to pay more to also tour the upper floor.
• If you want to take pictures inside the castle, you must pay for a photography pass. Don’t try to get away with it – there are many guards inside the castle and they’ll catch you.

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4 thoughts on “ easy day trip from brasov to peles castle ”.

This is great! Thank you for the information, we are planning on heading over to Romania next month for a couple months and are adding this to the itinerary! Thanks for sharing.

That’s wonderful! You’ll surely enjoy it. If you have any other questions about the castle or your itinerary in general let us know.

Wow your blog is a lovely reminder that Romania needs to be on our bucket list. I just love that not only is the castle something special, but the scenery around it looks absolutely breathtaking. So happy to read that the castle is now open to the public after being closed.

This castle looks beautiful. I’ve never heard about it before but it’s definitely on my bucket list now.

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The Peles, Bran, Brasov Tour from Bucharest will walk you through 3 different ages. In this tour we will see a king’s palace (Peles castle), a vampire’s castle (Bran Castle) and a Fortified city (Brasov City). So, let’s taste a little bit of the Transylvania history.

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We leave at 8AM, in early morning from your hotel in Bucharest, to be sure that we won’t have surprises on the road because of the traffic. Our first stop is Sinaia, a mountain resort from the popular Prahova Valley where we’ll visit our first castle.

The day tour will begin with the tour of Peles Castle, castle used by the royal family in the 19th and 20th century. The mountain and the elegant gardens from around the castle adds even ore charm to this extraordinary castle. Inside, you will see the luxury: golden chandeliers, walnut tree carvings, marble fountains, Venetian mirrors, secret chambers, a royal armory, one of the finest collections of art in Eastern and Central Europe and exotic timbers and solid bronze doors.

A highlight of your cultural excursion will be the afternoon visit to the medieval Bran Castle, the second stop for us in Peles, Bran, Brasov Tour. The castle is built on a hilltop with view on 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 Francisc Ford Copplola.

We will visit the castle’s many well-preserved rooms and chambers. Gothic furnishings and details help set the scene for ghastly legends of all that happened here, and will help you to discover the legend of Vlad the Impaler, the infamous Transylvanian Prince that once ruled these lands.

We will have time to take some souvenirs just outside of the castle, where you can find “Dracula” gifts, and local handmade things of wool and wood.

After or before the Bran Castle tour we will take a short break to eat something traditional in Bran.

Next up in the Peles, Bran, Brasov Tour is the Brasov tour where we will show you the highlights building and history of the old town. Starting more than 900 years ago the history of Brasov is very close to the knights, the Saxons and the invaders.

We will walk and talk about the Black Church, the narrowest street in Eastern Europe and about the life of the medieval population of the city.

You will understand why is the CROWN city and why we have two medieval parts of the city, the Romanian part and the Saxon one.

You will reach extraordinary places that will gave you some great views over the city, and very good spots for photos.

At the end of Peles, Bran, Brasov Tour we will hit the road back to Bucharest.

We will be back in Bucharest late in the evening, around 9PM.

Between September 15 and May 15, Peles Castle is open from Wednesday to Sunday only. On Mondays and Tuesdays, Rasnov Citadel will be visited instead.

Between May 15 and September 15, Peles castle is open from Tuesday to Sunday only. On Mondays, Rasnov Citadel will be visited instead.

Between November 2 and December 1, Peles Castle is closed for cleaning. During this period, you will be able to visit his smaller replica – Pelisor Castle.

During the official holidays and weekends the traffic to the mountain area might be busier than usual so the return could be later than scheduled (around 9pm – 10pm).

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Highly recommend this tour. We had a great day out with Dan. He was very knowledgable, professional and made the entire day enjoyable. He provided private tours of each castle, no need to wait in lines and the whole process of organising and booking the tour went very smoothly.

Adrian was a fabulous guide, who contacted us in advance. He was able to be our guide in Peles Castle which was very much a family castle as opposed to Bran Castle. We visited on Halloween, when the castle was completely decorated which amazed our guide!! Again Adrian was really knowledgeable. Fantastic little restaurant in Bran Castle grounds, with awesome soup. Brasov was an interesting little town- Adrian took us to a lovely local restaurant he knew where we shared local food. Excellent driver and attentive to our needs

We booked a custom tour of Peles and Bran castles because we had two infants in our group and thought three attractions would be too much for the little ones. Holiday To Romania arranged all tickets (except for the additional photo fee at Peles castle) and transportation for our group. Our guide (Vlad) picked us up and dropped us off in Brasov at our hotel. He offered lots of great information about each attraction and happily talked with us about Romania, its people, and its culture. This was a wonderful tour and we highly recommend using Holiday In Romania.

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Bucharest to peles castle, bran castle, and brasov day trip.

Join this one day trip from Bucharest to Peles and Bran Castle. Also, enjoy a walking tour of the medieval city of Brasov. This day tour from Bucharest is specially organized for those who do not have much time to spend in Romania and offers them the possibility to see the most visited and important sights of the country. This tour may take up to 12 hours (and sometimes more) and requires a total drive of about 250 miles . Pick-up is possible anywhere in Bucharest and the recommended departure time is 07:30 AM.

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To begin this day tour from Bucharest, your tour guide will pick you up at 7:30 at the meeting point for this and after a panoramic tour of Bucharest, you will depart north to Sinaia, one of the well-known Carpathian Mountains resorts. You will visit here the royal residence of King Charles I of Romania, the Peleș Castle, and its gardens. Built-in 1883, Peleș Castle is a masterpiece of German Renaissance architecture.

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Continue your trip to the beautiful medieval city of Brașov. Visit all its important landmarks and see how a typical Transylvanian old city looked like. In the evening you will return to Bucharest where you will be dropped off to your hotel.

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