Did Dracula really exist?
DAY ONE
Friday:
Flight to Bucharest. Arrival at Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP), Bucharest. Meeting with a representative of the host agency.
Hotel accommodation.
DAY TWO
Saturday:
After breakfast, we will visit the Pearl of the Carpathians – Peleș Castle. Built at the end of the 19th century by King Carol I in German Neo-Renaissance style, Peleș Castle impresses visitors with its architectural and artistic uniqueness. We will also admire the castle courtyard, with its fountain and statues, where there will be time for photos.
Departure to Bran, where we will visit the castle of the same name, built in 1377 by the inhabitants of Brașov to protect the city from invaders. Better known as Dracula’s Castle, it was transformed in 1922 by Queen Marie into her summer residence.
Next, we will enjoy a guided tour of the city of Brașov, also known as Kronstadt. We will visit Council Square, the Black Church (external visit), Catherine’s Gate, and the Museum of the First Romanian School.
In Brașov, tourists are encouraged to taste the famous Romanian sausages “Mici”, accompanied by the local Ciucaș beer.
Return to Bucharest. Hotel accommodation.
DAY THREE
Sunday:
After breakfast, we will visit the Palace of Parliament* and the historic city center. The Palace of Parliament is the second-largest administrative building in the world, after the Pentagon. Covering an area of 330,000 square meters, the building has been listed three times in the Guinness World Records as the largest civilian administrative building in the world, the most expensive, and the heaviest. A total of 20,000 workers, working in three shifts for five years, were involved in realizing Nicolae Ceaușescu’s ambitious project.
* In the event of major international events, the Palace of Parliament may not be accessible to visitors. In such cases, we offer an equally fascinating alternative – Ceaușescu’s Villa, surrounded by famous stories, including the legendary tale of the golden toilet.
Free time for lunch and leisure until the airport transfer for departure. You may choose between a visit to Therme Bucharest (http://therme.ro), the largest wellness center, featuring thermal waters, indoor and outdoor pools, saunas, and a beautiful botanical garden with 1,500 palm trees, or a visit to Băneasa Shopping City, the largest shopping mall, covering an area of 6 hectares.
Departure flight from Bucharest
PROGRAM SUMMARY
Highlights
Highlights:
Visit the most famous castles in Romania in a single one-day trip!
Walk through Council Square in Brașov’s historic center and along the narrowest street in Transylvania.
English-speaking guide.
Included/Not Included
Included:
One-day tour to Bran Castle and Peleș Castle departing from Bucharest
Meeting point near central hotels
Transportation by air-conditioned minibus/bus
Assistance from an English-speaking guide
Not included:
Entrance tickets to the castles
Meals
Tips for the guide and driver
Anything not specifically mentioned in the “Included” section
Important Information
NOT SUITABLE FOR:
• Children under 8 years old
• People with reduced mobility
MEETING POINT:
• Our representative will contact you after booking to communicate the exact meeting point and departure time.
WHAT TO BRING:
• Comfortable shoes
• Umbrella
PROHIBITED:
• Consumption of alcohol and illegal substances!
Please Note
Please Note:
- To reach the entrance of Dracula’s Castle, it is necessary to climb approximately 250 uphill steps and 25 steep stairs!
You will be accompanied throughout the trip by a guida parlante italiano.
Money for entrance tickets must be given to the guide, who will purchase them for the entire group to avoid long queues at two separate lines.
Students, with a valid student card, and seniors over 65, with passport, are entitled to discounts.
The consumption of alcoholic beverages on the bus is strictly forbidden ! In case of intoxication, the guide has the right to exclude the tourist from continuing the tour, and all tourist services will be automatically terminated!