Small-Group day trip Bran Castle and Rasnov Fortress Tour from Brasov

Guaranteed departure day tour: Brasov - Bran Castle (a.k.a. Dracula's Castle) - Rasnov Fortress - Brasov

Discover Bran Castle, known as ‘Dracula’s Castle,’ and Râșnov Fortress on this approx. 5-hour small group tour from Braşov. Departing from Brasov, the half-day hour tour begins with a stop at Rasnov to explore its imposing 13th-century fortress. Known also as a peasant castle it was used by the inhabitants of Rasnov (Rosenau) as shelter during the numerous invasions marching through. The fortress included dwellings where the villagers could accommodate themselves and be protected by thick walls equiped with shooting and pouring holes.Not only that the community thought of their food resources, but they where ambitious enough to dig a very deep well to ensure they had water inside the fortress. Our guide will happilly tell you the tales and legends while taking in the beautiful views which surround the fortress. Next up is Bran Castle, also known as ‘Dracula’s Castle’ — a hilltop estate that conjures up visions of howling wolves and bats fluttering in the moonlight. Wander the castle’s Gothic chambers and learn about its ties to Bram Stoker’s undead antihero, inspired by Vlad the Impaler a harsh, but rightful ruler. Initially built by teutonic knights and reconstructed as a stone building by the orders of Ludvig de Anjou it protected the south-eastern border of Transylvania with Wallachia. Not only used as a military fort but also as customs building where merchants paied their taxes before entering to Transylvania. Strategically built on a rock, called Dietrich rock offered a great outlook on the trade rout passing through. After the Great Unification of Transylvania with the rest of Romania the castle's tale took a turn and became the favorite summer residence of Queen Maria, the Queen of all Romanians and one of the keymaker of the Greater Romania. Accompanied by our guide you'll not only learn about the castle's history but also get introduction in the numerous tales and legends which inspired Bram Stoker in creating its successful novel Dracula.

Period: all year round.

Languages: English - all year round / German - within certain periods of time (choose the option when you do the booking online)

Days of departure: every day.

Meeting point: The History Museum Piata Sfatului Square – 8:15 AM from TUESDAY to SUNDAY / 10:00 AM MONDAY. Our guide holds the sign "Meeting Point GUARANTEED DEPARTURES DAY TOURS”.

Duration:

- 10:00 AM - 15:00 PM (aprox.) MONDAY
- 08:15 AM - 13:30 PM (aprox.) from TUESDAY to SUNDAY

Route: Brasov – Rasnov (visit the Fortress built in stone and brick by Rasnov’s inhabitants for refuge and defense) – Bran (visit the Castle built by the Knights of the Teutonic Order between 1211 – 1225) – Brasov

Rate: 46 euro/person

Included:
- transportation: by car or minibus with air conditioning system; Licensed English speaking tour guide

Not included:
- entrance fees at the museums (Bran Castle - 55 to 65 lei, Rasnov Fortress - 12 lei); lunch

Important Information

• Your local contact is Active Travel Day Tours on 0040728804952.

• Please note: Complimentary pick-up from Brasov is offered for this tour/activity. If you require this service you must contact Active Travel Day Tours at

  • Locally on 0040728804952

  • By email at marian@activetravel.ro

  at least 24 Day(s) prior to your tour/activity date to verify your pick-up time and pick-up location. If you are not arriving within the specified timeframe, please contact Active Travel Day Tours prior to your travels, or immediately upon arrival at your destination.

• Please be ready at least 10 minutes prior to departure time.

• "Skip the line" at the ticket office for Bran Castle only if you buy the ticket online or you pay the entrance fee to my guide.

• MONDAY BRAN CASTLE IS OPENED AT 12:00.

• Crowded in high season (July - August).