4 day private tour in transylvania
   Private Dracula Tour

Highlights

Bran Castle - also known as Dracula’s Castle, a legendary Transylvanian fortress dating back to 1377.

Sighisoara Medieval Citadel - the best preserved and still inhabited medieval citadel in Europe, a UNESCO World Heritage site and Vlad the Impaler’s birth place.

Rasnov Medieval Citadel - the best preserved rural fortification in Transylvania and the largest one in Eastern Europe.

Snagov Monastery - where, according to the legend, Vlad was buried after his assassination.

The Medieval City of Brasov – a city with an outstanding medieval atmosphere which has played a vital role in Romania’s history, both old and new.

Day by day itinerary

DAY 1, Thursday, Bucharest

 Welcome to the Romania! Our English speaking guide welcomes you at Bucharest Airport. Accommodation is in a 3* hotel, central location. Drive to Snagov to visit Snagov Monastery where, according to the legend, Vlad was buried after his assassination. The monastic establishment is located on a small island of Snagov Lake. The architectural style of the monastery follows that of the Holy Mount of Athos in Greece. For dinner we recommend one of Bucharest’s top traditional restaurants.

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DAY 2,Friday, Bucharest – Sinaia – Bran - Rasnov -  Poiana Brasov (202 km, 3h 30 min driving)

Morning transfer to Sinaia, the pearl of mountain resorts in Romania. The main point of attraction is Peleş Castle, one of the best preserved and beautiful royal residences in Europe. Built in 1873, Peleş is an architectural mixture of the German School and neo-renaissance style.
   Continue your journey with Bran Castle, Transylvania’s legendary symbol, dating back to 1377.  Bran owes its fame both to its unique charm and to the myth Bram Stoker created around Dracula. Close to the castle there is a shrine that is set in the wall of a mountain which once sheltered the heart of Queen Maria, the niece of Queen Victoria of Great Britain.
 Cheese tasting is strongly recommended in Bran as the village is renowned for the delicious home made traditional cheese assortments produced there.
Visit next Rasnov Medieval Citadel. Standing on top of a hill and overlooking an incredible Transylvanian landscape, Rasnov is the best preserved rural fortification in Transylvania and the largest one in Eastern Europe, first documented in 13 century.
Accommodation is in a medieval 4* hotel in Poiana Brasov. Dinner could be enjoyed in the medieval restaurant of the hotel.

DAY 3, Saturday, Poiana Brasov – Brasov – Sighisoara (131 km, 2h 5 min driving)

Explore in the morning the medieval Saxon city of Brasov, one of the best preserved medieval cities in Europe. Visit the Black Church, the largest Gothic edifice in Southern Europe dating back to 14th century. Initially called St. Virgin Mary the church was renamed after the great fire in 1689 that blackened its walls.
 Transfer next to the medieval Citadel of Sighisoara. Founded by Saxons during the 12th century, Sighisoara still stands as one of Europe’s most beautiful and inhabited fortified cities, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Sighisoara is also the place where Vlad the Impaler, known as Dracula, was born. Visit the main attractions: the Clock Tower, the Torture Room and the Medieval Weapon Collection.
Accommodation is in a medieval 3 * hotel located in the very heart of the medieval citadel.
For dinner we recommend Casa Vlad Dracul Restaurant, the very place where Vlad Dracul was borne, turned into a cosy restaurant.

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DAY 4, Sunday, Sighisoara – Bucharest (289 km, 4h 39 min driving)

Morning transfer to Bucharest Airport for the return flight.

Testimonials "It is obvious that Transylvania Live goes to extraordinary lengths to make sure its clients are satisfied. We are very thankful to our guide for being not only a well-informed guide but also for being courteous, dependable, friendly, and always doing his best make sure that the trip was a pleasant experience for us, which it was". Steve and Karen from Beverly Hills, USA referred to us by Let’s Travel agency, Santa Monica, California, www.letstravel-sm.com

Sorin, group leader says: It’s a great satisfaction for me to guide this tour and share all my knowledge on Transylvania’s history and legends, and also create a special fairytale, funny atmosphere.

Price & Departure

* Minimum group size required - 2 people

Price includes:
The services of a professional trained English speaking guide/driver, experienced in escorting Dracula Tours

Accommodation: 2 nights in 3* hotels and 1 night in a 4* hotel, breakfasts included

Transportation: all land transfers by standard European car, boat transfer across Snagov Lake, admittance fee for Sighisoara Citadel

Entry fees to the following tourist attractions: Snagov Monastery, Peles Castle, Bran Castle, Rasnov Peasant Citadel, Black Church, Clock Tower – Medieval Weapon Collection – Torture Room.

Not included: plane ticket, airport fees, photo & video tax and other not mentioned.

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We also accept payments via PayPal (by credit card, Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover or PayPal account), by Moneybookers, bank transfer and Western Union.

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Available for free if:
You don’t have a reflection in the mirror,
You decompose when sunlight strikes you,
You’re over 200 years old,
Can use your wings to fly to Transylvania,
Well, this holiday is free for you! Come join your fellow vampires in Transylvania:-)
Blood treats not included!

Special notes & info

Please bring your own Halloween costume!

In Romania the weather in October-November is very unpredictable, with daytime temperatures between 15-20 grades Celsius, and night time temperatures between 5-10 grades Celsius; but it is very much possible that you will see some snowfall especially in the mountain section. However the weather is very changeable, so you should expect big temperature changing.

Other mentions

• Once you realise the price of good beer and wine you will probably not want to return to your country.
• Plenty of English is spoken and you will find the people are friendly and open.
• No visa is required and you can get green card extension insurance from your insurer to cover Romania.

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Media Mentions

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