Spend a day uncovering the lavish interiors of Peles Castle in the Sinaia mountains, then unwind with traditional Romanian wine and cuisine. TravelMaker’s guided tour combines royal history and local flavors for a rich cultural experience.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
9 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves moderate walking indoors and some short strolls outdoors
Wildlife
History
Peles Castle was completed in 1883 as a summer residence for King Carol I and represents an important symbol of Romania’s modern monarchy.
Conservation
Efforts are ongoing to preserve the castle’s authentic interiors and surrounding forests, emphasizing sustainable tourism in Sinaia.
TravelMaker
Spend a day uncovering the lavish interiors of Peles Castle in the Sinaia mountains, then unwind with traditional Romanian wine and cuisine. TravelMaker’s guided tour combines royal history and local flavors for a rich cultural experience.
TravelMaker is a Bucharest-based tour operator offering guided day trips, private city tours and multi-day itineraries across Romania and nearby Bulgaria. Founded to help visitors explore Romania's cultural heritage, TravelMaker organizes experiences departing from București that include visits to Transylvanian castles, UNESCO-listed painted monasteries in Bucovina, the Danube Delta, and historical towns such as Brașov, Sighișoara and Sibiu.
TravelMaker provides a range of options from half-day and full-day tours to multi-day packages. Tour types in the catalog include private and small-group city tours of Bucharest, wine tastings, excursions to Peles Castle and Bran (Dracula) Castle, trips to the Turda Salt Mine, and cross-border day trips to Veliko Tarnovo in Bulgaria. Local guides lead the tours and provide historical context, practical logistics, and recommendations for local food and culture. Meeting points are typically in Bucharest, the business location.
TravelMaker's published offerings list more than two dozen distinct itineraries, reflecting a focus on Romania's most visited cultural sites and natural landscapes. Tour descriptions specify durations, primary destinations and highlights to help travelers choose the right experience. For visitors seeking castle visits, UNESCO heritage, or themed city tours and tastings, TravelMaker presents a clearly organized selection of tours leaving from București.
Base
București
Central meeting point for tours
Tours Offered
29 tours
Day trips and multi-day itineraries
Durations
Half-day to multi-day
Flexible schedules and formats
Destinations
Transylvania, Bucovina, Danube
Castles, UNESCO sites, and nature
Select a private or small-group tour, check availability, and reserve a seat to Peles Castle, Bran Castle, the Danube Delta, Bucovina monasteries, and more.
Arrive Early for the Castle Tour
Peles Castle can get busy; arriving early ensures you have time to enjoy its intricate rooms without feeling rushed.
Wear Comfortable Shoes
The tour involves walking indoors on polished floors and some uneven outdoor paths around the castle grounds—comfort is key.
Check Castle Opening Days
Peles Castle is closed Mondays year-round and Tuesdays in the low season; plan accordingly to avoid substitutions.
Bring Your Passport
Some Romanian heritage sites require ID for entry; it’s best to carry your passport just in case.
Comfortable walking shoes
Essential for navigating castle interiors and outdoor paths comfortably.
Weather-appropriate layers
Bring layers to stay comfortable in variable mountain weather.
spring|fall|winter
Sunscreen
Protect your skin during outdoor portions and wine tasting areas.
summer
Camera or smartphone
To capture the castle’s architecture and mountain scenery.