Fans of Dracula Stories probably know that Transylvania is home to supernatural, legendary and folkloristic adventures. From haunted castles, monasteries, and forests to vampires, werewolves, poltergeists, and “iele”. Get ready for goosebumps! This day trip will take you to one of the world’s most famous castles – The Bran Castle, also knows as “Dracula’s Castle”. You will also enjoy a city tour of Brașov – one of Transylvania’s most iconic medieval cities.
Short Description
Overview
Duration: 8 hours
Distance: 306 km (from / to Sibiu)
Lunch break: takes place individually in Brașov, during leisure time
Included
– Transport in a comfortable bus
– Tour Guide for the whole day
– Guided tour of the Bran Castle
– Guided tour of Brașov City
– Entrance fee to the Bran Castle and Black Church in Brașov
How to book
Group Bookings will be available starting 1st of June 2020.
Individual Bookings will be available starting 1st of August 2020. Please find more details here.
Route
1. Travel by bus to Bran
2. Sightseeing Bran Castle
3. Travel by bus to Brașov
4. Sightseeing Brașov City and Black Church
Long Description
The legendary and mysterious castle from the Carpathians, Bran, is also known as Dracula’s Castle and it offers a magnificent view over the countryside of Transylvania. After we discover the story of Count Dracula, Bram Stoker’s well-known character who was inspired by the historic figure of Vlad Țepeş, we will travel further to Braşov.
Bran Castle
Tea House at the Bran Castle
Braşov is a medieval city located in Transylvania, surrounded by a beautiful mountain landscape. We will explore The Old City by foot, with highlights such as Piaţa Sfatului, with its colored baroque facades, the Black Church, known for its impressive mechanical pipe organ.
Black Church – Braşov
Piaţa Sfatului – Brașov
Piaţa Sfatului – Brașov
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