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10 Best Day Trips From Bucharest

The Carpathian standouts.

The 10 most popular day trips from Bucharest. The classic castles loop, private Dracula tours, mountain monastery days, and the longer wine-and-village circuits.

10 Best Day Trips From Bucharest

Bucharest: Dracula’s Castle, Peles Castle, & Brasov Old Town

Bucharest: Dracula's Castle, Peles Castle, & Brasov Old Town - Getting to Peleș: The Morning Drive and How to Set Yourself Up

1.Bucharest: Dracula’s Castle, Peles Castle, & Brasov Old Town

Most Popular★ 4.5

Bucharest to Transylvania in 12 hours: guided Peleș and Bran castles plus free time in Brasov Old Town, with Dracula legends.

“The trip was fantastic, props to Vlad our guide who was very knowledgeable, funny, but most importantly professional. This excursion takes you to 3 locations, with just enough time to explore each spot. If you decide to purchase castle tickets through the company (which we did) then expect a great walking tour of Peles castle,…”

17,858 reviews12 hoursFrom $40by Trip2Ro

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Bucharest: Dracula Castle, Peles Castle & Brasov Old Town

Bucharest: Dracula Castle, Peles Castle & Brasov Old Town - Meeting point and timing: what can make or break your day

Bucharest: Dracula’s Castle, Peleș Castle & Brașov Day Trip

Bucharest: Dracula's Castle, Peleș Castle & Brașov Day Trip - Peleș Castle in Sinaia: royal elegance with practical ticket rules

3.Bucharest: Dracula’s Castle, Peleș Castle & Brașov Day Trip

★ 4.5

Full-day Transylvania trip from Bucharest with guided visits to Peleș and Bran Castles plus a walking tour in Brașov, all in one long day.

“Everything was fine. Peles Castle limited the numbers of visitors. We didn’t buy tickets in time. However, we enjoyed the park and Palisor Castle instead. Our guide Vlad took good care of us and provided options and tips along the trip. Brasov hosted a marathon game. We cheered with the crowds for the athletes. A…”

5,919 reviewsFrom $23by EASTERN EUROPEAN EXPERIENCE

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Bucharest to Dracula Castle, Peles Castle and Brasov Guided Tour

Bucharest to Dracula Castle, Peles Castle and Brasov Guided Tour - Peleș Castle in Sinaia: when German Renaissance meets Romanian royalty

4.Bucharest to Dracula Castle, Peles Castle and Brasov Guided Tour

★ 4.5

A 12-hour Dracula-themed day trip from Bucharest with Peleș Castle, Brașov’s medieval center, and Bran Castle, plus easy coach pickup.

“We left nice and early, so our arrival time at Bran Castle was perfect First problem, on the way there we were stung with an additional charge of over 250 Lei, which he claimed was for entry into Peles Castle and for his "guided tour" of Brasov. This was not something we were made aware…”

2,933 reviews12 hours (approx.)From $33.86by One Excellence Tours

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Dracula’s Castle, Peles Castle and Brasov Day Trip from Bucharest

Dracula's Castle, Peles Castle and Brasov Day Trip from Bucharest - Who this day trip fits best

5.Dracula’s Castle, Peles Castle and Brasov Day Trip from Bucharest

★ 4.5

Two castles in one day plus Brasov’s old-town walk. Early start, lots of sightseeing, and entry tickets not included.

“Our tour guide Sonia throughout the tour was rude, sarcastic with everyone, insulting and not that friendly. She took anything we didn't like personally and stopped talking to us. Her behavior was unprofessional and she constantly shouted”

1,804 reviews12 hours (approx.)From $33.79by Trip2Ro

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Transylvania and Dracula Castle Full Day Tour from Bucharest

Transylvania and Dracula Castle Full Day Tour from Bucharest - Bran Castle and Dracula: Iconic Views, Crowds, and Ticket Timing

6.Transylvania and Dracula Castle Full Day Tour from Bucharest

★ 4.5

Full-day trip from Bucharest to Sinaia’s Peliș and Bran Castle, plus Brasov’s medieval center. Long day, tickets sell out fast.

“The bus picked us up on time and the English speaking guide was very friendly. We shared the bus with an Italian group , so we had ear phones to listen to English guide. The couch journey to Peles castle was slow as there was heavy traffic. When we got there we had opportunity to…”

1,589 reviews14 hours (approx.)From $35.00by Gray Line Romania

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From Bucharest: Brasov Peles & Dracula’s Castle Day Tour

From Bucharest: Brasov Peles & Dracula's Castle Day Tour - Peles Castle in Sinaia: Royal Luxury Meets a Timed Visit

7.From Bucharest: Brasov Peles & Dracula’s Castle Day Tour

★ 4.5

Bucharest day trip to Peles Castle, Bran Castle, and Brasov with a guided walk and Carpathian mountain scenery. Small group, $65.

“I really enjoyed the tour! our guide, Jo, was amazing: organized, attentive and professional. i personally prefer guided tours (not just transfers) cause u get such more valuable information and help during the visits. highly recommended”

1,244 reviews12 hoursFrom $65by TravelMaker

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Bucharest: Peles Castle, Bran Castle, & Brasov Old Town Tour

Bucharest: Peles Castle, Bran Castle, & Brasov Old Town Tour - Peleș Castle in Sinaia: royal rooms, weapons, and a practical Plan B

8.Bucharest: Peles Castle, Bran Castle, & Brasov Old Town Tour

★ 4.5

Bucharest to Peleș, Bran, and Brasov Old Town in 12 hours, with guided history, skip-the-line tickets, and free time.

“A wonderful and well organised trip! Our travel guide, Petru, speaks English fluently and he gave us a lot of information about everything. He has a great sense of humour, too. Thank you!”

1,035 reviews12 hoursFrom $40by TRANSYLVANIA EXPRESS

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Bucharest: Peles Castle, Bran Castle, & Brasov Full-Day Tour

Bucharest: Peles Castle, Bran Castle, & Brasov Full-Day Tour - Peleș Castle: the royal “fairytale” that’s also built like a masterpiece

9.Bucharest: Peles Castle, Bran Castle, & Brasov Full-Day Tour

★ 4.4

Guided full-day trip from Bucharest to Peleș, Bran, and Brasov with castle tours, Dracula links, and a medieval walk.

“Ariana was great at letting us know what was happening when and she also knew a lot about the castles and Brasov. It was a long day but we got to see so much! It was really handy to book our lunch through Ariana when we were at Brans Castle so we didn’t waste time…”

879 reviewsFrom $31by Romania Best Tours & Trips S.R.L

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Dracula’s Castle, Brasov and Peles Full-Day Tour from Bucharest

Dracula's Castle, Brasov and Peles Full-Day Tour from Bucharest - Price and logistics: what you’re really paying for

10.Dracula’s Castle, Brasov and Peles Full-Day Tour from Bucharest

★ 4.5

Full-day trip from Bucharest to Peleș, Bran (Dracula), and Brasov. Guided sights and Old Town walk, long day, castle tickets extra.

“Ana and victor weee great. It’s a long day but the bus was very comfortable and you had free time to explore and grab a cafe or drink on the terrace. I highly recommend. Thanks Ana!”

594 reviews12 to 14 hours (approx.)From $37.41by Eastern European Experience

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