moderate
9 days
Moderate fitness required for walking and light hiking during castle visits and town explorations.
Join this thrilling 9-day Dracula Tour in Transylvania, blending legendary sites with scenic landscapes and outdoor exploration. Perfect for history buffs and adventure seekers alike!
9 days, 8 nights • Tour Type Completely Private Tour! • Group Size - Your Own Party!
Embark on a thrilling 9-day Dracula Tour through Romania's enchanting Transylvania. Explore iconic sites like Bran Castle and Sighisoara, delve into the legends of Vlad the Impaler, and experience the breathtaking Transfagarasan Mountain road. With guided tours, comfortable accommodations, and unique meals, this journey promises unforgettable memories steeped in history and myth.
The 9-day Dracula Tour will take you to an unforgettable journey to Romania and to its mythical region, Transylvania. Follow a route based on the real-life of Vlad the Impaler combined with the myths, the legends and of course following each step of “Dracula”, the horror novel written by Bram Stoker.
Day 1 - Arriving in Bucharest Day 2 - Full day Bucharest tour Day 3 - Transylvania: Bran Castle (Dracula Castle), Peles Castle and walking tour of Brasov Day 4: Sighișoara, the birthplace of Dracula Day 5 - The Borgo Pass in the Northern Transylvania Day 6 - Turda Salt Mine and Alba Iulia citadel Day 7 - Corvin Castle and the medieval city of Sibiu Day 8 - Poenari Citadel, Dracula's real castle and Transfagarasan road Day 9 - Departure
Weather can vary greatly in the mountains and forests; pack versatile clothing.
Capture the stunning mountain roads and medieval architecture.
Many walking tours include cobblestone streets and castle grounds.
Carry water throughout scenic mountain drives and walks.
Vlad the Impaler, the real-life inspiration for Dracula, once used the forests of Transylvania as hideouts, shaping the region’s dark mythos.
Tour operators prioritize sustainable practices, supporting local communities and preserving Romania’s cultural heritage and natural landscapes.
Comfortable shoes suitable for walking cobblestone streets and castle grounds.
Prepare for changing weather conditions in mountain and town environments.
Capture the scenic vistas and historic sites.
Stay hydrated during city walks and mountain drives.