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A Dracula Tour placed by the famous Fodor's Travel Guide in Top 10 Must-Do Adventure and featured on Travel Channel;
departing from Bucharest, intended to Dracula enthusiasts, Transylvanian lovers, culture and history fans, adventure seekers. The tour includes the most important historical places related with Vlad the Impaler such as: Snagov Monastery where, Vlad was buried after his assassination; Sighisoara - Dracula's birth place, Dracula’s Castle in Borgo Pass, built according to Bram Stocker’s imagination and the legendary Bran Castle
Highlights
Dracula’s Castle in Transylvania - built in accordance to Bram Stoker’s imagination, on Borgo Pass where the Irish writer placed the castle of Count Dracula,accommodation, candle lit dinner and a camp fire with all the right stories.
Ritual Killing of the Living Dead - Help a haunted spirit to gain his peace - attend the ritual of killing a strigoi. Masquerade Party afterwards to celebrate the victory or recover from defeat. learn more
Sighisoara Medieval Citadel - the best preserved and still inhabited medieval citadel in Europe with a UNESCO World Heritage status, Vlad the Impaler’s birth place.
Bran Castle - also known as Dracula’s Castle, a legendary Transylvanian fortress dating back to 1377
Witch trial - the famous medieval Knights of Sibiu we’ll introduce you to medieval rituals.
Snagov Monastery - where, according to the legend, Vlad was buried after his assassination
Poienari Fortress - Vlad’s old and faithful citadel perched high on a cliff, more than 1000 stairs to climb.
Introducing Unique Characters - Meet Dracula's descendents - pay a visit to Misiuga, Baron of Dracula in his windswept tower in Bistrita Citadel and make the acquaintance of a unique spider web painter in Medias!
Vampire Treats: indulge yourself with a Vampire dinner to find out why it’s worth killing for a meal!
Day by day itinerary
DAY 1, Friday, Bucharest
Welcome to Romania ! Our English speaking guide connects with you at the Bucharest Airport . Accommodate into a 3* hotel, centrally located and then prepare to immerge into the legend. Drive to Snagov to visit Snagov Monastery where, according to the legend, Vlad was buried after his assassination. The monastic establishment is located on a small island of Snagov Lake so you’ll also enjoy a boat trip across the lake. The architectural style of the monastery follows the architectural pattern that is characteristic to the monasteries on the Holy Mount Athos in Greece . Your first day in Romania ends with a welcome dinner in one of Bucharest ’s top traditional restaurants.
Day 2, Saturday, Bucharest – Targoviste – Sinaia – Poiana Brasov
Morning drive to Targoviste, former capital of Walachia County situated on the right bank of Ialomita River , to visit the ruins of Vlad Tepes old court. Continue your journey with Sinaia, the pearl of mountain resorts in Romania . Explore the main point of attraction, the royal Peles Castle . The edifice was built in 1873 and is an architectural mixture of the German School and neo-renaissance style. The castle has 160 rooms, all of them opulently decorated in leather and wood from the most valuable tree species. Peleş Castle is one of the best preserved and the most beautiful royal residences in Europe . Accommodate in Poiana Brasov. Situated at the foot of Postavaru Mountain , Poiana Brasov is surrounded by dense pinewood forests in a magnificent, mountainous natural setting and it is the most sophisticated winter resort in Romania . Dinner in the medieval room of an outstanding 4* restaurant; you’ll enjoy excellent music and most delicious medieval treats.
Day 3, Sunday, Poiana Brasov – Bran – Sighisoara
Explore Transylvania’s symbol, Bran Castle . The edifice owes its fame both to its unique charm and to the myth Bram Stoker created around Dracula. Documentary evidence of the castle dates back as far as 1377. Close to the castle there is a shrine set in the wall of a mountain which once sheltered the heart of Queen Maria of Romania. Your next stop is the Medieval Saxon City of Brasov. The most famous landmark of Brasov is the Black Church , the largest gothic edifice in South – Eastern Europe. Next stop, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sighisoara Medieval Citadel. Founded by Saxons during the 12th century, Sighisoara still stands as one of Europe ’s most beautiful and still inhabited fortified cities. Sighisoara is also the place where Vlad the Impaler, known as Dracula, was born. Accommodate in a charming 3* hotel located in the heart of the medieval citadel and enjoy a Saxon dinner.
DAY 4, Monday, Sighisoara - Bistrita
DAY 5, Tuesday, Bistrita Citadel - Turda
DAY 6, Wednesday, Turda - Sibiu
DAY 7, Thursday, Sibiu - Bucharest
Testimonials
I just wanted to let you know that we all enjoyed the trip very much. Our guide, Sorin, was very knowledgable with a great sense of humor, and our driver, Stephan, was very skilled, and also very personable. As I mentioned, all in all, we had a wonderful time and are very happy that we chose Transylvania Live. I also wanted to let you know that it was really nice to meet the people from Transylvania Live during our party in Turda. I will be sure to recommend you to any friends who might ask about Romania. Thank you again for all of your help, and most of all your patience with all of my many questions!!! Multumesc!!!!
Damon B, New York, NY, USA
