Peles and Cantacuzino Castles Small Group Day Tour from Brasov

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Cantacuzino Castle — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Peles Castle — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

The tour to Peles and Cantacuzino castles comprises beauty and history in one. Peles is Europe's first electrified castle with all modern utilities including central heating, running hot and cold water, central vacuum cleaner, an electrical elevator and much more already from the beginning of the 20th century.

Visiting Peles Castle is almost like being inside an art work itself, every step we take inside we get mesmerized by every small detail, the different carvings, paintings and furniture piece competing with well known castles and palaces around the world.

Cantacuzino Castle was the summer home of a well known politician of the 19th century Grigore Cantacuzino. He used to be one of the wealthiest man in Romania at that time and decided to construct this authentic monument with a breathtaking panorama to the Bucegi Mountains. The Castle constructed in Neo-Romanian architectural style is surrounded with alleys and pathways which lead to fountains, waterfalls and small caves.

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At a glance

Duration: 6–7 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 7 people
People per booking: 1–7
Guide: English
Operated by: Active Travel Day Tours

Ages: Adults (12–90 years)

What is included

Included

Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Licensed English speaking tour guide

Not included

Not included: Lunch
Not included: Entrance fees at Peles Castle - 100 lei
Not included: Entrance fee at the Cantacuzino Castle: 55 to 75 lei, depending of the tour

Itinerary

Peles Castle

2 hours Admission not included

Drive from Brasov to SInaia approx. 50 minutes. The expansive, Bavarian-style Peleș Castle was built among a lush forest to house Romania’s royalty in the 19th century and is among the most beautiful in Europe. A guide will lead you through many of its immaculate, ornate rooms, still adorned with luxuriant furnishings and décor. You’ll also have the chance to tour the neighboring Pelișor Castle, a smaller royal residence decked out in art nouveau finery.
Manastirea Sinaia

1 h 40 min Admission not included

The Sinaia Monastery, located in Sinaia, in Prahova County, Romania, was founded by Prince Mihail Cantacuzino in 1695 and named after the great Saint Catherine's Monastery on Mount Sinai in Egypt. As of 2005, it is inhabited by 13 Christian Orthodox monks led by hegumen Macarie Boguș. It is part of the Bucharest archdiocese.

The Old Church was built in 1695. In 2006, it was closed to begin a restoration project to return it to its former beauty. The original interior painting was completed by Pârvu Mutu and were restored for the first time in 1795. The Old Church has reopened as of 2016.

Lunch break about 30-45 minutes.
Cantacuzino Castle

2 h 20 min Admission not included

Drive to Busteni about 20 minutes.

Cantacuzino Castle got a completely new vibe in the new "Wednesday" series.

Cantacuzino Castle from Busteni was built and inaugurated in 1911 at the wish of Prince Gheorghe Grigore Cantacuzino (also known as “the Nabob”- prime minister of Romania between 1899-1900 and 1904-1907).

The castle, built in Neo-Romanian style, is surrounded by a park which take you to the grotto, cascades and fountains. The Reception Hall houses a unique collection of heraldry in Romania. The building made of bricks and stone stretches over a surface of 3148 sqm.

The decorations give the interior a strong romantic ambiance. The fireplaces made of white stone and bearing polychrome mosaics complete the atmosphere of a manorial residence, increasing the value of the building.

The castle holds an unique collection representing the coat of arms of the Boyar families related to the Cantacuzino family members of the Wallachian side.

Drive back to Brasov about 40 - 50 minutes.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

End point

Pickup points

Hotel Brasov
Kronwell Brasov Hotel

Meeting point: In front of Biblioteca Județeană "George Barițiu", Bulevardul Eroilor 33-35. Please be aware that we provide pick-up and drop-off services exclusively within the city of Brașov, as well as for guests staying outside the old town. The pick-up time will vary based on the location requested. Additionally, we are happy to drop off guests at a different location than the pick-up point for an additional fee.

Using your ticket

Please note the following important details: Tickets are only available online at https://bilete.peles.ro/ .Each time slot is limited to 500 visitors only. Tickets must be booked for specific entrance windows: Wednesday: 10:00 – 12:45 /Thursday to Sunday: 09:15 – 11:00.

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
All year round - Try to avoid Saturdays and Sundays, as they tend to be very crowded.
We make a stop for lunch.
Meeting point: In front of Biblioteca Județeană "George Barițiu", Bulevardul Eroilor 33-35. Please be aware that we provide pick-up and drop-off services exclusively within the city of Brașov, as well as for guests staying outside the old town. The pick-up time will vary based on the location requested. Additionally, we are happy to drop off guests at a different location than the pick-up point for an additional fee.
We would like to inform you that Peleș Castle has recently implemented a new ticketing system. Starting now, all tickets must be purchased online, in advance, for a specific entrance time and date.
Starting November 1st, the company that manages the ticketing at Peleș Castle decided that guides must also pay the entrance fee. Following this new rule, our guides will no longer accompany guests inside the castle. They will share the historical information and insights before and after your visit.