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Where does this tour start?

This tour starts at: In front of the Hotel at 08:15.

Romania

From Brașov Bran Castle, Peleș, Pelișor, Cantacuzino and Sinaia

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Overview

The tour begins at the designated meeting point in the heart of Brașov. From there, set out on a scenic 30/40 min drive to the legendary Bran Castle. Completed in 1382, this medieval fortress stands proudly on a rocky cliff between Măgura and Dealul Cetății, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.
Your journey continues to the charming mountain resort of Sinaia, once the favourite summer retreat of Romania’s Royal Family. Visiting Castle Peles(160 rooms) that was built for the first King Carol 1 in 1873 and finishing in 1914, then Castle Pelisor(99 rooms) build for his nephew Ferdinand and Queen Maria.
A quick stop to Monastery Sinaia that was build in 1695 and new Church in 1842.
Next, visit the elegant Cantacuzino Castle, completed in 1911 by the renowned architect G. Cerchez at the request of Prince Gheorghe Grigore Cantacuzino. This impressive Neo-Romanian-style residence boasts grand interiors, an art gallery, and sweeping views of the Bucegi Mountains.

Gallery

From Brașov Bran Castle, Peleș, Pelișor, Cantacuzino and Sinaia — photo 1

From Brașov Bran Castle, Peleș, Pelișor, Cantacuzino and Sinaia — photo 2

From Brașov Bran Castle, Peleș, Pelișor, Cantacuzino and Sinaia — photo 3

From Brașov Bran Castle, Peleș, Pelișor, Cantacuzino and Sinaia — photo 4

From Brașov Bran Castle, Peleș, Pelișor, Cantacuzino and Sinaia — photo 5

From Brașov Bran Castle, Peleș, Pelișor, Cantacuzino and Sinaia — photo 6

From Brașov Bran Castle, Peleș, Pelișor, Cantacuzino and Sinaia — photo 7

What's Included

✓ Included

Free water bottle
Professional English speaking tour leader
Free Wifi available in the Van/car
Skip the line to get the tickets for Castles

✗ Not Included

Lunch
You can choose whether or not to pay the entrance fee to visit the inside of the castles.

Itinerary

Stop 1

Bran Castle completed in 1382, this medieval fortress stands proudly on a rocky cliff between Măgura and Dealul Cetății, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. Step inside its storied halls and uncover the mysteries and legends of Count Dracula that have made this castle world-famous. Inside guide is allowed only by the Team from Bran Castle with extra cost of 12 euro, but we can accompanied you inside and give a few explanation, more we are not allowed inside.

Stop 2

Summer residence of the first King of Romania, Carol 1 of Hohenzollern - Sigmaringen and his wife Queen Elisabeth of Wied. The Peles Castle was build between 1873-1914 after the projects of the main arhitect Karel Liman. You will be guided inside in English by one of the team or directly from the Castle Guide, visiting over 160 rooms, each with a different style(Venetian, Turkish, Imperial, French, Etc.)

Stop 3

Castle Pelisor is the charming Younger sibling of Castle Peles - smaller, more intimate, but with a unique personality and artistic flair. Built between 1899-1902 on the request of Carol 1 giving as a gift to his nephew Ferdinand 1 and Queen Marie of Romania. You will be guided inside by one of our team or from the staff of Castle Pelisor.

Stop 4

Is one of the most important religious and historical landmarks in Romania and it's actually what gave the entire town of Sinaia it's name. Built in 1695 by Prince Mihail Cantacuzino's pilgrimage to Mount Sinai in Egypt, where he visited the famous Saint Catherine's Monastery.

Stop 5

Castle Cantacuzino is another jewel of Romania's mountain region - elegant, historic, and surrounded by stunning mountain scenery. Build between 1901-1911 by the Prince Gheorghe Grigore Cantacuzino, one of the most richest men in Romania at that time.