Bucharest Day Trip to Discover Dracula's Life Journey

Name: Bucharest Day Trip to Discover Dracula's Life Journey
Brand: Eastern European Experience
SKU: 2d9edf7f-a6ac-4b7d-ac3a-0829e673a7ce

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Summary

You will spend the whole day searching for clues about Dracula's life (in the 15th century he was known as Vlad the Impaler). He was the ruler of the Wallachia region. His seat of power was in Targoviste. This is the first stop of the day where you will visit the ruins of his court and the tower of Dracula. Afterwards, you will head to Curtea de Arges and visit one of the most beautiful churches in Romania. It is here where the first two royal couples of Romania are buried. From here you will journey to the gateway of the Carpathians, to the ruins of Poienari Castle and learn more about the myth of Dracula. You will drive through the mountains to reach Dracula's Castle in Bran, the notorious dark and mysterious place. The last stop of the day will be at the Snagov Monastery, where it is believed to be the final resting place of Vlad. On this full day trip enjoy an exclusive lecture on Dracula and Vlad the Impaler and decide between fact and fiction while passing through different stages of his life making it the most complete Dracula Day Trip in Romania.

Tour info

Duration

14 hours

Why take this tour?

Enjoy a full-day tour passing through different stages of Vlad the Impaler's life (also known as Dracula). Start early in the morning departing Bucharest. Reach Targoviste, where Vlad the Impaler Dracula had his princely court. From here you will go to the gateway of the Carpathians and walk up 1480 steps in order to reach the ruins of the Poienari Fortress, the real Dracula's castle from 1453, located high up on a cliff. Next, you will drive over the mountains to reach Bran Castle, the famous 14th century stronghold made famous by Bram Stoker in the novel Dracula. Enjoy an exclusive lecture on Dracula & Vlad the Impaler, and learn facts and fiction about this iconic legend.

What’s included?

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
Bottled water
Guaranteed to skip the long lines
Free wi-fi included in all our vehicles
Transport by private vehicle
Guaranteed to skip the lines
Lunch
Photo fees

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 14h
Mobile tickets accepted
Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operator Website

Operated by:

Eastern European Experience

About operator:

Eastern European Experience is a travel company based in Bucharest offering exclusive private and small group tours in Romania and Eastern Europe. Travel with us to discover the real face of Eastern Europe, from the city to the countryside, from palaces and castles to historic battlegrounds and from mountains to the sea, while enjoying the attention and quality that only a private tour can offer.