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The 15 Best Transylvania Tours & Day Trips

35 tours  ·  from $35

Transylvania is walled Saxon towns, fortified churches and a mountain wall down one side. The 15 below range from a single long day out of Bucharest to multi-day runs through Brașov, Sighișoara and Sibiu, with prices and how much of each day is driving.

Transylvania and Dracula Castle Full Day Tour from Bucharest - Peleș Castle and the royal road to Sinaia
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Transylvania and Dracula Castle Full Day Tour from Bucharest

1.Transylvania and Dracula Castle Full Day Tour from Bucharest

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,589 reviews · 14 hours (approx.) · from $35Our pick

Travel from Bucharest to Sinaia, Bran, and Brașov with Gray Line Romania. You’ll see Peleș Castle, hear the real story behind Dracula, and walk through Brașov’s old center. Castle tickets cost extra, and traffic can stretch this 14-hour outing well into the evening.

“They changed the pickup location and time the night before. I was at requires location but nobody picked me up. WhatsApp the “emergency number” but it appeared to be AI. After 42 minutes interaction with the AI, I gave up. Terrible experience, this was the only tour I have in Romania and I booked the entrance tickets myself.”

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Castles of Transylvania: Private Day Trip from Bucharest - Bran Castle: Dracula, Vlad, and a crowded medieval stop
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Castles of Transylvania: Private Day Trip from Bucharest

2.Castles of Transylvania: Private Day Trip from Bucharest

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 248 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $151

Leave Bucharest at 7:30 am for Peles Castle, Bran Castle, and Brasov’s old center. Your private guide-driver, such as Cristian, Florin, or Diana, handles the long mountain drive and can adjust the day, but castle entry fees and lunch cost extra.

“We had such a wonderful experience on our day trip to Transylvania! Our guide, Cristian, made the tour exceptional. He shared fascinating history and information, not only about the sites we visited but also about the towns we passed along the way and the country as a whole. His knowledge and passion really brought the journey to life. Cristian was also very accommodating; when we needed a quick rest break, he adjusted without hesitation. He patiently answered all of our questions and made sure everyone was comfortable throughout the day. Overall, it was a memorable trip filled with beautiful scenery, rich history, and great company. We highly recommend this tour…”

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2-Day Medieval Transylvania with Brasov,Sibiu and Sighisoara Tour from Bucharest - Bran Castle and the Dracula question
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2-Day Medieval Transylvania with Brasov,Sibiu and Sighisoara Tour from Bucharest

3.2-Day Medieval Transylvania with Brasov,Sibiu and Sighisoara Tour from Bucharest

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 145 reviews · 2 days (approx.) · from $120

Travel from Bucharest through the Carpathians with an English-speaking guide such as Alex, Marius, Bogdan, or Emanuel. Visit Peles and Bran castles, walk Brasov and Sighisoara, explore Sibiu, and sleep in Sighisoara. Transport is included, but accommodation, meals, and castle tickets are extra.

“My husband and I spent two awesome days with Sergiu our guide. He was excellent, engaging, most knowledgeable and professional. His driving skills were impeccable. We were both impressed by his command of the English language and his comprehension. Everything about this tour was perfect from Sergiu’s knowledge, the impressive castles, fortified cities we saw to the town/hotel in which we overnighted. This is most definitely one of the two best tours we have ever taken and Sergiu is in the top 5% of guides we have ever used and we are frequent travelers. We whole heartedly recommend Sergiu, this company and this tour.”

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Transylvania: Dracula's Castle and Birthplace Tour - Meeting Vlad Dracul at his birthplace
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Transylvania: Dracula’s Castle and Birthplace Tour

4.Transylvania: Dracula’s Castle and Birthplace Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 123 reviews · 13 - 15 hours · from $175

Travel by comfortable van through Transylvania with an English-speaking guide such as Stefan, Andrei, Cristian, or Oliver. Explore Sighișoara’s Clock Tower and Vlad Dracul’s birthplace, then tour Bran Castle, with time for food and countryside views.

“Our guide, Stefan, was so passionate, it was really a pleasure to listen to him, and he's very kind and attentive, I 100% recommand the tour !!”

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SB01 - City Tour Sibiu: Exploring the Heart of Transylvania - Piata Mare, Sibiu’s grand civic room
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SB01 – City Tour Sibiu: Exploring the Heart of Transylvania

5.SB01 – City Tour Sibiu: Exploring the Heart of Transylvania

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 99 reviews · 2 hours · from $35

Walk Sibiu’s Upper Town with an English-speaking local guide, visiting Piata Mare, Piata Mica, Liars’ Bridge, the Evangelical Cathedral, and more. Guides such as Corina, Antonia, Ella, and Mihaela bring history, local traditions, and practical tips to life.

“Excellent Tour! Our guide, Alex was exceptionally knowledgeable and engaging and was able to tailor the information to the audience based on their knowledge of Transylvanian and European history. Well worth it and definitely recommended.”

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Day trips and excursions in nature, cities in Transylvania, Brasov! - The Black Church and Brasov’s religious landmarks
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Day trips and excursions in nature, cities in Transylvania, Brasov!

6.Day trips and excursions in nature, cities in Transylvania, Brasov!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 84 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $120Top rated

Join Florin for a private Brasov tour focused on the medieval citadel, Black Church, narrow Sforii Street, old walls, towers, churches, and mountain views. The four-hour route begins at 9:00 am, includes pickup in Brasov where possible, and leaves lunch and museum fees to you.

“My group of 10 friends had an amazing day with Florin as we traveled in our fantastic mini bus to Sighisoara and other highlights in Transylvania. What was so wonderful is that in the 10 hours we were with Florin, everything just evolved in spectacular fashion. Just trust Florin to lead you! He is amazing!!! We were paced at our own liking and never felt rushed. So, we were able to just “soak everything in” in this beautiful country. Florin has a library full of information in his brain and knows how to share it all without making you feel you are in a lecture. I am a travel agent…”

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2-Day Transylvania from Bucharest: Brasov, Bran, Sighisoara - Peles Castle and Romania’s royal past
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2-Day Transylvania from Bucharest: Brasov, Bran, Sighisoara

7.2-Day Transylvania from Bucharest: Brasov, Bran, Sighisoara

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 60 reviews · 2 days (approx.) · from $409

Travel from Bucharest to Transylvania by air-conditioned minivan, stopping at Peles Castle and Brasov before sleeping inside Sighisoara’s medieval citadel. Your English-speaking guide leads walking tours and visits Bran Castle, with hotel pickup, breakfast, and overnight lodging included.

“There were 2 couples traveling together on this tour. It was a Thursday/Friday tour. TravelMaker was the tour operator. Our guide, Boogie, was one of the best tour guides we have ever had. He was knowledgeable, outgoing, humorous and very organized. Since we had all cruised multiple times, we enjoyed his stories about his years working on Princess cruise ships. Our driver, Peter, was quite good. He knew many alternate routes to avoid the many long traffic delays. The first day went well. We were picked up at our hotel at 8:00 a.m. Despite traffic delays, the overall day’s timing was good. At Peles Castle, Boogie was able to get…”

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Transylvania: Cultural Full-Day Trip by Minivan - Peles Castle in Sinaia: the day’s finest interior
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Transylvania: Cultural Full-Day Trip by Minivan

8.Transylvania: Cultural Full-Day Trip by Minivan

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 57 reviews · 12 hours

Leave Bucharest with a multilingual guide such as Claudiu, then visit Peles Castle, Sinaia Monastery, Bran Castle, and medieval Brasov. You travel by air-conditioned car or minivan, with hotel pickup and help at crowded sites. Expect a long day, mountain roads, separate entrance fees, and no included meal.

“The guide did a wonderful job, the vehicle was comfortable and we had a splendid time. With gratitude”

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4-Day Private Tour in Transylvania from Bucharest - Day two: Viscri and medieval Sighisoara
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4-Day Private Tour in Transylvania from Bucharest

9.4-Day Private Tour in Transylvania from Bucharest

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 48 reviews · 4 days (approx.) · from $1,175

Spend four days exploring Transylvania with a private English-speaking guide and driver. Visit Bran and Peles castles, UNESCO fortified churches, Sighisoara, Sibiu, and Brasov, with central accommodation, breakfasts, admissions, and Bucharest transfers included.

“Southern Romaina including Brasov, Sighisoara, Sibiu and Transfagarasan provided a very interesting and diverse experience of Castles, Fortified Saxon Churches, Cathedrals, Historical Cities and much more. Our guide Mihai included stops at Peles Castle, Saxon Villages, Romani Arts and Craft and several visits that enhanced our knowledge of the customs and culture of Romania. I would recommend this tour.”

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Private Tour: Transylvanian Castles and Brasov's Medieval Old Town - Bran Castle, Draculas famous address
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Private Tour: Transylvanian Castles and Brasov’s Medieval Old Town

10.Private Tour: Transylvanian Castles and Brasov’s Medieval Old Town

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · 8 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $192

Travel by private car from Bucharest to Peles Castle, Bran Castle, and Brasov with an English-speaking driver-guide such as Mihai, Dan, or Florin. Expect hotel pickup, Wi-Fi, bottled water, and a flexible day, with entrance fees, walking, and possible mountain traffic adding to the time.

“When I booked my trip to Romania I knew very little about what I wanted to see other than Dracula's Castle. I am an avid Viator user and stumbled upon a new tour that included Dracula's Castle Bran's and also Peles Castle plus much more. I just want to say that I was thoroughly pleased with my choice. My friend and I were picked up for our private tour, by private I mean just me and my friend. No waiting in lines, no bus, no waiting for other people. It was great, we had free WIFI and when we needed to stop to stretch our legs or grab a beverage…”

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Private Day Tour in Transylvania, Peles and Bran Castles from Brasov - Rasnov Fortress for stone walls and wide views
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Private Day Tour in Transylvania, Peles and Bran Castles from Brasov

11.Private Day Tour in Transylvania, Peles and Bran Castles from Brasov

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 38 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $111

Travel privately from Brasov with a guide such as Dinu, Ramona, Radu, or Sorin to Peles Castle, Bran Castle, and your choice of Rasnov Fortress or Poiana Brasov. Expect hotel pickup, flexible pacing, English guidance, and about eight to nine hours on the road.

“Ramona was fantastic. She is so knowledgeable and answered all our questions. She made the day really enjoyable. All the sights were amazing and she gave us so much history and information about each stop. Would recommend this tour and especially Ramona.”

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3-Day Medieval Transylvania Package Tour - Day 1: Curtea de Argeș, Cozia, and Sibiu
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3-Day Medieval Transylvania Package Tour

12.3-Day Medieval Transylvania Package Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 31 reviews · 3 days · from $588

Travel from Bucharest through medieval Transylvania with an English-speaking driver-guide and a small group of up to 16. Stay two nights in 3-star hotels with breakfast, then visit Sibiu, Biertan, Sighișoara, Brașov, Bran Castle, Peleș Castle, Curtea de Argeș, and Cozia Monastery.

“Went to some very interesting sites. Long days in vehicle and standing in queues to use restrooms and get into the Venues (Peles & Bran castle). Tour guide could have offered more information in regards to sites that were passed in the bus. Only commented on sites when we arrived at them. Disappointed we were not taken to Curtea de Argeş and no explanation given. Our tour was done in reverse as it left on a Sunday so possibly this is the reason but on the last day we were back in Bucharest by 2pm with 5 hours drive time and only one 25 min stop at Bierten, Brasov and…”

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Transylvania Castles 4-day tour from Bucharest - Brasov after dark
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Transylvania Castles 4-day tour from Bucharest

13.Transylvania Castles 4-day tour from Bucharest

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · 4 days (approx.) · from $1,154

Travel from Bucharest in a small group of up to eight, visiting Peleș, Bran, Corvin, and more. You’ll sleep in Brasov, Sighisoara, and Sibiu, with an English-speaking guide, breakfasts, entry fees, transport, and one traditional lunch included.

“Wonderful experience. Our guide was very knowledgeable about the history, and the itinerary was busy enough without being too demanding. Hotels were good quality and the guides driving was very safe.”

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Transylvania Gems: Sighisoara, Medias, Biertan & Gypsy life - Medias and the Citadel of Light
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Transylvania Gems: Sighisoara, Medias, Biertan & Gypsy life

14.Transylvania Gems: Sighisoara, Medias, Biertan & Gypsy life

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 29 reviews · 11 hours · from $202

Spend 11 hours with an English-speaking guide exploring Medias, UNESCO-listed Biertan, and Sighisoara’s inhabited medieval citadel. The day also includes a visit to a Roma copper-smithing community. Guides such as Robert, Florin, and Catalin are known for history, humor, and flexible pacing.

“Excellent guide! Knowledgable, flexible, customer-oriented and funny. Perfect program! Highly recommended”

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Transylvania: Dracula’s Castle and Birthplace Tour

15.Transylvania: Dracula’s Castle and Birthplace Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 28 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $179

Leave Cluj-Napoca at 7:30 am for Sighișoara’s medieval citadel and Clock Tower, then visit Bran Castle, tied to both Vlad the Impaler and the Dracula legend. English-speaking guides such as Andrei, Stefan, Cristian, Oliver, and István provide door-to-door transport, local history, and a small-group feel.

“Bellissimo Tour, Guida / Driver molto preparata e disponibile. Consiglio sicuramente qua sta Agenzia.”

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