2 Days Private Tour in Transylvania: Brașov, Sighișoara, Top-Gear

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Brasov — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Sighisoara medieval town — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Embark on a captivating 2-day private tour through the heart of Transylvania, where legends and history come alive.

Day 1 begins with a visit to the enchanting Peles Castle, a stunning example of Neo-Renaissance architecture nestled in the Carpathian Mountains.

Next, journey to Bran Castle, known as the legendary home of Count Dracula.

Next explor the charming streets of Brașov city, rich in medieval charm and vibrant culture.

As night falls, rest in the medieval fortress town of Sighișoara, where cobblestone streets whisper tales of times past.

Day 2: Explore the well-preserved medieval citadel of Sighișoara, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Bâlea Lake: Free time at the stunning glacial lake (2,034m altitude).

Capra Waterfall & Vidraru Dam: A beautiful descent to the southern side, stopping at the waterfall and the massive 166-meter-tall dam.

Poenari Citadel: A brief photo stop from below to admire the ruins of Vlad the Impaler’s real castle.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 days
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–8
Audio guide: German, Italian, French, Spanish
Guide: English, Romanian
Operated by: Supplier

Ages: Adults (7–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Interactive Audio-Guide in most languages
Included: Hotel pick-up and drop-off on both days
Included: Professional tour guide - English speaker
Included: Privete transport with modern air conditioned vehicule

Not included

Not included: Entrance fees: Peleș Castle 100 RON -
Not included: Entrance fees: Bran Dracula’s Castle 100 RON -
Not included: Hotel - Accommodation
Not included: Meals

Itinerary

Day 1 · From Bucharest to Sighișoara

Peles Castle

2 hours Admission not included

Nestled at the foot of the Bucegi Mountains in the picturesque town of Sinaia, Peles Castle is a masterpiece of German new-Renaissance architecture, considered by many one of the most stunning castles in Europe.

Commissioned by King Carol I in 1873 and completed in 1883, the castle served as the summer residence of the royal family until 1947. Its 160 rooms are adorned with the finest examples of European art, Murano crystal chandeliers, German stained-glass windows and Cordoba leather-covered walls.

King Carol spared no expense.

Peles Castle was the first European castle to have electricity, it even has its own power plant.

The Castle has hot and cold running water, central heat and central vacuum system.
Bran Castle

2 hours Admission not included

Commonly known outside Romania as Dracula's Castle it is often referred to as the home of the title character in Bram Stoker's Dracula. There is no evidence that Stoker knew anything about this castle, which has only tangential associations with Vlad the Impaler, voivode of Wallachia, the putative inspiration for Dracula. Stoker's description of Dracula's crumbling fictional castle also bears no resemblance to Bran Castle.
Brasov Historical Center

2 hours

Brasov is one of the most visited cities in Romania, offerings its tourists a rich mix of history, architecture, culture, urban fun, and impressive natural surroundings. A top tourist attraction in Romania, the city was for centuries a key commercial center and a strong industrial hub during the long decades of communism when its name changed for 10 years to Stalin City.

Day 2 · From Sighișoara to Bucharest

Centrul Istoric Sighisoara

3 hours

Sighișoara (Sighișoara Citadel) it was built in the 12th century by Saxon settlers. It is an inhabited medieval citadel that, in 1999, was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its 850-year-old testament to the history and culture of the Transylvanian Saxons.

Birthplace of Vlad III the Impaler (Dracula), Sighișoara hosts, every year, a medieval festival where arts and crafts blend with rock music and stage plays. The city marks the upper boundary of the Land of Sachsen. Like its bigger brothers, Sibiu (Hermannstadt) and Braşov (Kronstadt), Sighișoara exhibits Medieval German architectural and cultural heritage that was preserved even during the Communist period.
Le Lac Balea

30 min

Bâlea Lake is a breathtaking glacier lake situated at an altitude of 2,034 meters (6,673 feet) in the rugged Făgăraș Mountains of central Romania. Formed thousands of years ago by retreating glaciers, the lake spans about 4.6 hectares and reaches depths of over 11 meters, boasting pristine, crystal-clear alpine waters.
Transfagarasan Highway

2 hours

The Transfăgărășan (officially designated as National Road 7C) is a world-famous, dramatically winding mountain highway in Romania. It cuts directly through the Făgăraș Mountains—the highest peaks of the Southern Carpathians—and connects the historic regions of Transylvania and Wallachia.

It is widely considered one of the most scenic and thrilling driving routes on Earth, famously dubbed by the TV show Top Gear as "the best road in the world."
Vidraru Dam

30 min

Vidraru Dam is a monumental concrete arch dam located in the Făgăraș Mountains of Romania, built across the Argeș River canyon. Completed in 1966 during the communist era, it is one of the country's most impressive engineering marvels and a major highlight along the southern section of the Transfăgărășan highway.
Poienari Castle

15 min

Exterior Only, we do not climb 1480 steps!

Poenari Fortress (also known as Poenari Citadel or Castle) is a ruined medieval stronghold dramatically perched on a steep cliff overlooking the Argeș River canyon. Located at the southern entrance of the Transfăgărășan highway, it is world-famous for being the authentic, historical castle of Vlad the Impaler—the 15th-century Romanian ruler who inspired Bram Stoker’s Dracula.

Unlike Bran Castle (which is often marketed as "Dracula's Castle" but has very few ties to Vlad), Poenari was his primary secondary residence, military outpost, and refuge.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Relax Casa Victoria
Passion club
Casa Victor
Caro Hotel
Herastrau Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn Bucharest Old Town
Didahouse
Bulevard Hotel
Finitconsult Apartments Bucharest
Bucharest West Motel
Grand Central Accommodation - Beldiman
Filitti Boutique Hotel

and 271 more pickup points

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For accommodation in Sighișoara we recommend Central Park Hotel! Please let us know if you want us to book your hotel in Sighișoara !
On Monday and Tuesday Peles Castle is closed. We visit the outer courtyard.
The Top Gear Road (Transfăgărășan Highway) is open only from mid June to mid October.
We visit the city of Sibiu only from mid October to mid June.
Guests are required to purchase their own tickets online for Peleș Castle. We strongly advise booking at least two weeks in advance for the first time slot ONLY, on the first day of the tour. Please double-check with us prior to booking to ensure seamless timing.

Options

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