Top Bucharest Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

Set off for Transylvania from Bucharest during this guided tour that includes round-trip transport to Bran Castle and Peles Castle. Along with both optional castle visits, enjoy a walking tour of Brasov before your guide sets you free in the medieval town to enjoy some independent time.

Wander through Transylvania’s historic castles on this private day trip from Bucharest. See for yourself why Transylvania’s castles have amassed such an infamous reputation. Follow your knowledgeable guide through mysterious corridors, up spooky stairwells and into potentially haunted rooms. Along the way, you’ll learn the real stories behind these mythical buildings. See Bran Castle, where the legend of Dracula still lingers, and Peles Castle in Sinaia set in the enchanting Carpathian Mountains.

Explore the remains of Dracula’s Castle on this small-group day trip from Bucharest. Meet your English-speaking guide in Bucharest, then travel by minibus to Transylvania. Admire the scenery beyond the window on the leisurely drive into the country, an ideal prelude to two of Romania’s most stunning castles, Peles Castle and Bran (Dracula’s) Castle. Hit the charming city of Brasov in south Transylvania. Please note that when Peles Castle is closed, you visit the Cantacuzino Palace instead.

Escape the urban bustle of Bucharest for the day to discover the legends and treasures of Transylvania. Wander through the Gothic chambers and turrets of Bran Castle, nicknamed ‘Dracula’s Castle’ thanks to its spooky atmosphere and ties to Vlad the Impaler, and then feel like you’ve stepped into a fairy tale on a tour of splendid Peles Castle, the former royal residence of Romanian kings. Finally, explore one of Transylvania’s most well-preserved medieval villages on a walking tour of Brasov.

Discover the best of Transylvania and its landmarks on a 2-day small-group tour. Visit iconic locations like Bran Castle, Brasov, and Sighisoara, and learn about the area's legends, culture, and cuisine from your tour guide. Round-trip transport, overnight accommodation, and breakfast are included for your convenience.

From the spooky to the sublime, you can still see the best of Transylvania even without staying the night on this day trip from Bucharest. Traveling with a small group, visit the summer home of Romanian royals at storybook Peles Castle, and then conjure up images of Count Dracula at Gothic Bran Castle. The well-paced itinerary also leaves time for a stop in the medieval city of Brasov, known for its blackened church.

Explore the medieval history of Romania’s southerly neighbor on a full-day tour to Bulgaria. Departing from Bucharest, cross the border into the foothills of the Balkan Mountains and Veliko Tarnovo, the capital of Bulgaria during medieval times. Learn about Bulgarian history from your guide while visiting regional highlights including the Tsaravets Fortress, St Dimitrie Basarabov Monastery and Arbanasi Village.

Venture deep into the heart of Transylvania to visit two of Romania’s most magnificent castles and the medieval town of Brasov on this day trip. Step into the life of Romanian royalty at sumptuous Peles Castle, a fairytale-like summer retreat surrounded by forest and still adorned with immaculate period decor. Then, connect with the country's notorious vampiric lore at Bran Castle, also known as ‘Dracula’s Castle,’ thanks to its chilling Gothic chambers and turrets that seem to be plucked straight from a horror movie.

The Gothic landmarks of Transylvania are dark, dramatic, and dispersed throughout the region’s mountainous landscapes. Travel with ease between three Transylvania highlights, including Peles Castle and Bran Castle (Dracula’s Castle), on this private full-day tour from Bucharest. Delve into legends of Dracula and Vlad the Impaler, and visit Brasov’s Black Church, an imposing 13th-century church. On this private tour, hotel pickup and drop-off in Brasov are included.

Steep in Transylvania’s compelling history during this 2-day private tour from Bucharest. A professional local guide will meet you in Bucharest. From there, you will head into the Transylvania countryside and explore the medieval cities of Brasov, Bran, and Rasnov over the course of two days. As you travel, your guide will gladly fill you in on Romania’s complicated and fascinating history. This is a great way to explore Transylvania’s castles, villages, and fortresses by car and foot.

Avoid the tourist crowds and discover Transylvania’s historic landmarks on a 4-day private tour from Bucharest. Visit iconic attractions including Peleș Castle, Bran Castle, and the Saxon Villages of Viscri and Malancrav, transferring with ease between sites via air-conditioned vehicle. Benefit from your guide’s undivided attention for intimate insight into the region, and avoid hidden costs with entrance fees, breakfast, and three nights’ accommodation included as per itinerary.

Leave the bustle of Bucharest behind and head for Romania's favorite holiday destination on a private tour to the beautiful Black Sea coast. In Constanta, dig into the area’s ancient history at an archaeology museum, learn about Romanian folk art traditions, and step inside the country’s largest mosque. Then, soak up some sun and relaxed local culture on the sandy beaches of Mamaia, a popular seaside resort known as the ‘Pearl of the Black Sea.’

Discover the best of Bucharest and beyond on a private, full-day tour of the Romanian capital and two of the most important sites just outside the city. Trace the history of Bucharest, from traditional farm origins to its former Belle Epoch glory as the 'Paris of the East' through the Communist era and into a thriving modern European capital. Then head into the countryside to visit the Romanian Renaissance Mogosoaia Palace and the Snagov Monastery, legendary burial site of Dracula inspiration Vlad the Impaler.

Trace the rise and fall of Communism in Romania on this walking tour of Bucharest. Learn how the Communist Party and the dictator Ceausescu seized power, controlled dissent and demolished huge swaths of the city to create distinctive architectural monuments. Visit political memorials and Communist-era landmarks to see how the regime and subsequent 1989 revolution have left a permanent mark on the city.

Get personalized attention and a flexible itinerary on this 10-hour private tour of Constanta and the Black Sea from Bucharest. Visit landmarks and highlights of the area, such as the Romanian Folk Art Museum, Ovid Square, the Roman Edifice and mosaic, Great Muslim Mosque, and the Mamaia Seaside Resort, among others. Round-trip private transportation from Bucharest included.

The architectural and natural delights of Transylvania are plentiful and dispersed. Explore Europe’s most mysterious region with ease on a 2-day tour of Brasov, Bran, and Sighisoara from Bucharest, ideal for first-time visitors. Tick off highlights such as Peles Castle, Sinaia Monastery, Bran Castle (Dracula’s Castle), and the UNESCO-listed Medieval Citadel of Sighisoara, and listen to the Gothic legends that have made Transylvania so famous. One night accommodation, entrance fees, and hotel pickup and drop-off in Bucharest are included on this small-group tour, limited to 15 people.   

Transylvania is one of Romania’s most famous regions, but its distance from the capital can be challenging for visitors with limited time. Tick off top Transylvanian attractions in one day on a private trip to Brasov, Bran Castle, and Peles Castle from Bucharest, traveling with ease via air-conditioned vehicle. Avoid hidden costs with entrance fees, a walking tour, and round-trip transportation from your Bucharest hotel included.

Even if you just have a day to see Transylvania, fit in Romania’s top castles on this small-group tour from Bucharest. Travel through the Prahova Valley, a winter sports hot-spot, as you follow the footsteps of royalty at fairytale-like Peles Castle. Then, learn about the famous legends of Vlad the Impaler, the main character from Bram Stoker's novel, at ‘Dracula’s Castle,’ also known as Bran Castle before returning to Bucharest.

Experience both the highlights and best kept secrets of Bucharest on a four-hour bike tour. A bike and helmet are conveniently included, as is a your guide.  Explore the city by bike and expand your discovery radius without getting worn out or feeling rushed. See the city’s top attractions, including the Parliament Palace, and lesser known points of interest, such as the Gypsy neighborhood.

Spend a full day discovering the legends and beauty of Transylvania on a private castle tour from Bucharest. Visit the former summer home of the Romanian royal family at Peles Castle, a storybook estate tucked into the forest and decked out in elegant period furnishings. Then, explore the region's darker side at Gothic Bran Castle, aptly nicknamed 'Dracula's Castle' thanks to its spooky atmosphere fit for a count. End the day with a guided tour of medieval Brasov, a charming Saxon town rich in history.

Venture across the border into Bulgaria to explore highlights of Romania’s southern neighbor on this private full-day tour from Bucharest. Experience a culture with widely different roots and traditions, and learn about Bulgaria's long history in the medieval city of Veliko Tarnovo. Tour the imposing hilltop fortress of Tsarevets, and admire the UNESCO-listed monasteries and churches of Arbanassi. A private guide and transport make it a personalized cross-cultural journey.

Visit two of Romania’s most captivating cultural treasures on this half-day tour from Bucharest. Admire the ornate compound of Mogosoaia Palace, which was completed near the turn of the 18th century and features impressive Venetian and Ottoman design elements. Later, delve into the legend of Dracula at mysterious island monastery on Lake Snagov, reported to be the final resting place of the bloodthirsty prince Vlad Tepes.

Discover the top three attractions of Transylvania on a full-day private tour from Bucharest.  Travel by private transportation and avoid the language barrier and sluggish pace you get with public transit. Enjoy both Peles Castle and Bran Castle, along with personalized guided visits at both locations. Conclude your day with a leisurely tour of the medieval city of Brasov, then relax on your return journey to Bucharest.

Famed for its dramatic castles and Gothic legends, Transylvania cannot be missed during your time in Romania. This private full-day tour from Bucharest gives you the chance to visit 3 of the region's top attractions in one day. Marvel at the history-shrouded Peles Castle, delve into legends of Vlad the Imapler at Bran Castle (Dracula’s Castle), and discover the medieval majesty of Rasnov Fortress. See, too, the Gothic landmarks of Brasov during a city tour. Round-trip transport from your Bucharest hotel is included.