Tours in Brasov

Your guide will take you on one hour tour INSIDE  Dracula's Castle. Visiting Bran Castle located on the southern part of Transylvania you'll travel back in time of  the   ruthless kings and their reign of terror . The visitor will  be overwhelmed by its greatness and the stories that come with it.

If until now you have only witnessed the spectacle of nature on TV and you want to see it up-close, the Bear Sanctuary in Zarnesti offers a live wilderness experience for children and adults alike. Imagine how the most beautiful virgin European forests would look like without a brown bear reserve like this one? And what if we tell you can take pictures of real bears with their cubs up-close, and watch them eat and go about their day from only a few steps away, without the fear of getting attacked?Well, as unbelievable as that sounds, you can do it all, risk-free, in the biggest brown bear sanctuary in the world. That is why the Bear Sanctuary is one of the most sought-after natural tourist attractions in Romania for thousands of people around the globe, regardless of the season. If you think that this Transylvanian Medieval Tour is for you and your friends, it is the perfect occasion to book a trip.

Thanks to the relatively low level of human intervention, Romania has become home to the largest brown bear population in Europe. Here, in the heart of the Carpathian mountains, you have the chance to observe these majestic animals in their natural habitat, find out interesting facts about the bear life in the wilderness and capture unique moments with your camera. Join us for a short bear-watching adventure trip in the forests near Brașov, together with a specialized forest ranger that will answer all your questions. What makes the tour with us different is that we will teach you about bears life, winter habits, diet and mating. We strongly believe this is a great opportunity to learn, apart from taking amazing pictures.

Arriving in the village of Bran, you will be welcomed and served with a few glasses of red wine and palinca (brandy - traditional drink from Transylvania 50% alcohol) accompanied by some snacks,cheese, prosciutto and pretzels.You will socialize with other members of our group. Then, at night, in the Halloween atmosphere, the castle is visited, we will be greeted by the dreaded prince Vlad Tepes (aka Dracula), in the mysterious rooms of the castle you will meet princes and princesses who will serve Dracula this night. After visiting the castle, the real Halloween party begins in the castle garden, near the lake, in a big tent, with a DJ, exciting music, Halloween atmosphere and surprises that will entertain you until 04:00 in the morning. If you want to leave earlier than 04:00, we will organize other departures to Brasov. We guarantee you a fascinating Halloween night and you will be forever left with this Transylvanian memory from Bran Castle, Dracula's Castle.

A highly recommended day trip for where you will discover the biggest brown bear sanctuary in the world and Bran and Peles. Two unique castles starting from Brasov, one of the most beautiful and visited cities in Transylvania. You will enjoy a guided tour at the Zărnești Bear Sanctuary, a 1-hour easy walk in the forest with views over the national Parks of Bucegi and Piatra Craiului. In only 30 minutes drive we switch from nature and wildlife to history and to the legend of Count Dracula at the famous Bran Castle. You will be astonished by the new perspective they gain when arriving in these Transylvanian territories and a lot of them find this tour mysterious and educative at the same time. Last but not least visit as optional you can visit the “Pearl of the Carpathians” at Peles Castle, the summer residence for the Romanian royal family. Peles castle, unknown to most travellers is definitely one of the most beautiful and underrated castles in Europe.

Built by a professional photographer, the bear hide in the Tusnad area is designed to offer tourists one of the best bear watching experience in Romania. A one-way mirror window prevents bears from seeing inside so that tourists can safely watch these animals from as close as 10 meters. Sometimes they even come right to the windows. The bear hide is specially built on the ground, at the same level with the animals and they are completely safe. Moreover, they are perfect for professional and also amateur photographers. You will be picked up from your location in Brasov and taken to Tusnad area, where you will participate at the bear watching activity. In the end, you will be dropped off at your location in Brasov. Note: The maximum number of people in the car is 6 people, but there will be other people from other travel agencies in the bear hide. The maximum number of people in the bear hide is 30 people.

Enjoy a round-trip hike to the epic Seven Ladders Canyon (Canionul Sapte Scari), famed for its ladders and waterfalls.

The diversity of the objectives met on the way is great: mountain landscapes, hills, forests, traditional villages, historical vestiges (Curtea de Arges Monastery, Poienari Citadel), engineering innovations (Vidraru water storage Dam) and Transfagarasan itself. At its top, the height of the way is a little more than 2000 meters, crossing the highest chain of the Carpathians: the Fagaras Mountains.

Discover Transylvania’s iconic Bran Castle, *Enjoy a Traditional Romanian Dinner – 3 course meal -at Hanul Bran restaurant. *Attend the popular Halloween Party at Bran Castle, taking place in a tent mounted in the grounds of the castle. *Gain insight into the region from your guide as you spend your second day exploring Brașov itself, and avoid hidden costs with dinner and accommodation included as per itinerary.

Spend an entire day full of adventures right in the heart of the Land of Volcanoes, situated just 80 kilometers from Brasov. You will be taken by car or minivan to the only volcanic lake in Romania, visit a mysterious swamp where carnivorous plants live and take a stroll through the forest to the biggest natural gas bath in Europe - the Puturosu Cave (The Smelly Cave). End the day with a thrilling bear watching experience that you will surely remember - don't forget to take your camera with you! In the evening you will be driven back to Brasov.

Sibiu was the largest medieval town in Transylvania and the European Capital of Culture in 2007. Sibiu is home to the first hospital in Romania (1292), the first pharmacy (1494) and the oldest museum in Romania, the Brukenthal Museum. Walking tour - Time to enjoy the pedestrian areas of the old town Big Square - Haller House - Brukenthal Museum - Town Hall - Catholic Church - Council Tower - Small Square with the „Eyes of the City“ - Luxemburg House - Pharmacy Museum - Liars` Bridge - Huet Square - Evangelic Church - Stairs Passage - „The Lower City“ - Orthodox Cathedral - Citadel wall with the 3 towers - Thalia Hall - Schiller Square - The General`s Tunnel – end of the tour in the Big Square. Visit Astra open air village museum that spreads across a 96 ha area of which an area of 40 ha is covered by the permanent exhibition which is the largest open air ethnographic exhibition in Europe.The museum hosts original monuments representative for the values of the Romanian village.

This guided day hike brings you closer or into the heart of most beautiful mountains of the area.There are a few available hiking routes for all levels from easy, medium to difficult hikes. Consider a min. of 4-5h for a day hike extendable to 8-10h choosing private departure on a longer route. Prior to departure, the guide will talk with you about every option and will make appropriate decision for the route to follow Fagaras Mountain - even if we need a bit longer transfer, for a day hike we usually recommend to access the mountain via the Transfagarasan Highway, taking us to Balea Lake at 2035m high. From the glacier lake there are a few good options for day hikes around the lake with stunning views, or even a bit along the main ridge with optional detour to a peak over 2500m. On clear day we can spot in a distance the Moldoveanu Peak, as the roof of Romania at 2544m. Also we can admire the main ridge of Fagaras, streching continuously for over 60km along south Transylvanian border

It's an unique opportunity to celebrate Halloween in one of the best locations for this thematic party. The Bran Castle is also known as Dracula's castle thanks to the 1897 novel, written by Bram Stoker. It's all about Dracula on November the 2nd, during the official Halloween party hosted at the castle. The fortress is specially decorated for this event and live actors will entertain you as never before! The evening starts at 7pm. We drive you from Brasov to Bran. A special spooky tour of the Castle is available until midnight. The Tent party with live music follows and ends long past midnight. One or more local tour guides will stay with you during the whole night and drive you back to Brasov when the party ends. This tour is shared and depending on the amount of participants we can have cars and/or minivans departing back to Brasov at various timeframes 2am/3am/4am. P.S.: We can also help you rent halloween costumes. They are priced extra. More details after booking.

Day trip to Sighisoara, Rupea and Viscri from Brasov. Witness the fairy tale medieval town of Sighisoara, on a day trip from Brasov. Travelling by air-conditioned car or minivan, admire Transylvania's magnificent scenery as you journey to Viscri, an authentic Transylvanian village and the oldest fortified church in Transylvania.  Enjoy free time in Viscri village and explore Sighisoara’s narrow streets. Step back in time when visiting the mysterious Rupea Fortress before heading back to Brasov. Explore Sighisoara medieval town, UNESCO world heritage site, including The Clock Tower, the house where Vlad the Impaler was born and The Church on the Hill. Step back in time in Viscri village, UNESCO world heritage site, and visit the oldest fortified church in Transylvania. Travel through the Transylvanian countryside and learn about its history and legends. Visit Rupea, an amazing hilltop fortress dating from the 14th century.

Join us on a small-group day tour from Brasov and discover four amazing places that will leave you breathless! We'll take you to the stunning Bran Castle and Rasnov Fortress, as well as two of the most beautiful fortified churches in Romania. Don't worry about the queues - we've got you covered with skip-the-line access to Bran Castle. As we journey through the picturesque countryside, you'll hear fascinating stories of Vlad the Impaler and Bran Castle. You'll also get to soak up the magnificent scenery of the Carpathian Mountains. Our expert guide will take you to explore the most beautiful fortified churches and show you the incredible location of Rasnov Fortress. And what's a trip to Romania without sampling the local food? We'll take you to Bran village to taste some delicious local cuisine. This tour promises to be a fantastic experience that you will always remember. Book now and spoil yourself with a wonderful day tour you won't want to miss!

WEDNESDAY and DRACULA Themed plus Peles Castle FULLY GUIDED Day Tour Explore the dark and spooky side of Transylvania on this tour of three of Romania's most iconic castles. Our adventure begins at Bran Castle, also known as Dracula's Castle, where you'll learn about the eerie tales and legends that have made this castle one of Romania's top tourist destinations. Next, we'll visit Cantacuzino Castle in Busteni, the location where the TV series "Wednesday" was filmed. With a unique blend of Romanian and French architectural styles, this beautiful castle is sure to charm and intrigue. Visit Peles Castle, which is considered one of the most beautiful castles in Europe. Join us on this unforgettable journey and discover the fascinating history, folklore and legends ofPeles Castle, Bran Castle and Cantacuzino Castle. With its stunning natural scenery and knowledgeable guide, this tour is an excellent way to experience the magic and mystery of Transylvania in just one day.

Your adventure begins at 9 a.m. when your friendly English-speaking guide will meet you at your hotel in Brasov. Get ready to explore two of the most beautiful and well-preserved medieval towns on our escorted day tour! First, we'll visit the Sighisoara Citadel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the birthplace of Vlad the Impaler. We'll explore the Clock Tower, the Church from the Hill, and the house where Vlad was born! If you're feeling hungry, we can arrange lunch in the medieval town of Sighisoara (additional cost). After Sighisoara, we'll head to Sibiu's old town, which was the European Capital of Culture in 2007. You'll have the opportunity to stroll through the Big Square, the Council Tower, the Little Square, and the Bridge of Liars. We'll make sure to drop you off at your hotel in Brasov around 8 p.m. after an unforgettable day of sightseeing. Don't miss this chance to discover two of Romania's most enchanting medieval towns with us!

Enjoy your 7 hours trip along the southern part of Transylvania with a professional licensed guide. Your coach will take to the biggest Brown Bear Sanctuary in the country , then to the most famous castle in the world , Bran Castle, which according to Bram Stoker  was the home of Count Dracula the most famous vampire. Your tour will end in Brasov ,  in the same place where you started , with a full explanation about the medieval town buildings , architecture and more local vampire stories.

At he bottom of the Carpathians, near a small town named Zarnesti more than 69 hectares of luxuriant forest with rivers and ponds are now the home of almost 90 brown bears. Each bear has its own emotional story and has been saved from captivity. Libearty Sanctuary is the Best Bear Sanctuary in the world. You have the unique chance to visit this wonderful bear sanctuary now. Do not miss this opportunity and you will see that stories with a happy ending are possible at LiBEARty Sanctuary. This trip we created is suitable for everyone, from the most experienced explorers to kids.

Lace up your hiking boots and prepare for a breathtaking adventure in one of the most stunning natural wonders of the Carpathians – the Bucegi Natural Park. Starting in Brasov, we'll pick you up for a scenic 40-minute drive to Rasnov where our hike through the magnificent glacial valley of Malaiesti awaits, located on the northern slope of the Bucegi Mountains. The 6km trail takes about 2 hours, leading to the Malaiesti Chalet at 1720m. Enjoy a moment of rest, have lunch, and soak in the beautiful views. Then, choose a medium or difficult hike to the top plateau at 2000m, offering panoramic views of the surrounding peaks. Look out for Edelweiss, Rhododendrons, and fascinating fauna like black goats. Each hike is unique, tailored to your limits and desires, ensuring a fun and safe experience with our experienced guide. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to explore Bucegi Natural Park on foot. Book your adventure now!

In this escorted day tour we travel to see some of the most beautiful fortified churches from Transylvania. The tour of the two fortified churches from Transylvania is starting with the visit to Prejmer Fortified Church which is listed on UNESCO historic churches of Romania and is known as one of the best-preserved fortified churches in Transylvania and the largest fortified church in southeastern Europe. The next stop in our tour is Harman Fortified Church, built in the 13th century by Saxons colonists in order to protect the church from different invaders. The church was surrounded by walls and bulwarks and had on its sides massive towers. The belfry tower, located on the church’s western side was built in the 14th century. Both of the fortified churches offer awesome places to take some photos and to understand the stories of Transylvania.

Discover the Poiana Brasov ski resort and the Postavaru Massif together with a local. A licensed ski / snowboard instructor will pick you up from Brasov, drive you to the resort, assist you with the ski rental procedure, provide ski clothing (if not available) and suggest the appropriate ski slope for the level of the participants. He will provide an intensive 2-hour-long ski / snowboard lesson and share with you many tips and tricks of this sport. After the lessons, you can continue to practice on your own or extend your classes for the afternoon. When the slopes close the ski instructor becomes your private tour guide and informs you everything that you need to know about Transylvania. On the way back to Brasov you will stop at a sightseeing spot to take a panoramic view of the city. A stop at the White Tower is also included. Here you can take a glimpse of the old Town of Brasov from a highpoint. Learn how locals live and engage into interesting everyday discussions.

This guided day hike brings you closer or into the heart of most beautiful mountains of the area. Each mountain has several hiking routes for all levels from easy, medium to difficult hikes. Prior to departure, the guide will talk with you and will make appropriate decision for the best route to follow. Piatra Craiului National Park - magnificent limestone formation turns the whole area into an amazing location for unforgettable day hikes. Piatra Mare Mnt - at not more than 1h walk we reach the famous "7 ladders" canyon where water "washed" the way through the rocks forming a very narrow canyon. Ciucas Mnt - Starting the hike from a high point, the nearby road passes at 1135m alt. We continue to hike towards the peak along the ridge line Fagaras Mnt - From the glacier lake there are a few good options for day hikes around the lake with stunning views Bucegi Natural Park - use of cable car from Busteni/Sinaia to hike along the flat Plateau Hike over the rolling hills near Bran Castle

Sighisoara, a monument protected by UNESCO since 1999, included on the world heritage list, boasts a medieval fortress inhabited today. For the first time in 1280, a fortress was built here. In the 14th century under the citadel were established craftsmen organized in strong guilds, which built around the fortress a stone defense wall, 930 meters long and 4 meters high. Rupea Citadel Romanian: Cetatea Rupea, German: Burg Reps, Hungarian: Kőhalmi vár is one of the oldest archaeological sites in Romania, the first signs of human settlements dating from the Paleolithic and early Neolithic. The first documentary attestation dates from 1324 when the Saxons revolted against King Charles I of Hungary and took refuge inside the citadel. According to archaeologists, the current citadel was built on the ruins of a former Dacian defense fort conquered by the Romans. The name of the citadel comes from Latin rupes meaning ston.