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Top 15 Day Trips from Bucharest

117 tours  ·  from $23 a head

A short list to send a friend: 15 day trips, what each includes, and the one thing to check before you pay.

Bucharest: Dracula's Castle, Peleș Castle & Brașov Day Trip - Peleș Castle, a royal residence in Sinaia
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Bucharest: Dracula’s Castle, Peleș Castle & Brașov Day Trip

1.Dracula’s Castle, Peleș Castle & Brașov Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5,919 reviews · from $23Our pick

This 12-hour Bucharest day trip pairs royal Peleș Castle and Dracula-linked Bran Castle with a guided walk through medieval Brașov. You travel by air-conditioned coach with an English- or Italian-speaking guide. Guides including Vlad, Ana, and Tudor have led the route. Castle entry costs extra, and Peleș tickets can sell out.

“The day trip was perfect! The time spent on each stop was more than enough. The guide really gave his all to provide a nice experience. The only thing I could say that could be improved, is during pickup, you could have a sign or something to make it more clear which bus is which. There were many buses this morning and we had to check them one by one, to find ours. A more distinct sign could have been more helpful.”

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Bucharest: Day Trip to Dracula Castle, Peles Castle & Brașov - Bran Castle: history behind the Dracula label
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Bucharest: Day Trip to Dracula Castle, Peles Castle & Brașov

2.Day Trip to Dracula Castle, Peles Castle & Brașov

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 3,049 reviews · 14 hours · from $45

Travel from Bucharest to Peleș Castle in Sinaia, Bran Castle and Brașov with a guide and round-trip transport. You get about 90 minutes at each stop, but castle tickets cost extra and the day can stretch to 14 hours. Guides vary; names on past trips have included Ana, Lucian, Roxana and Sonia.

“Lucian David is incredible. The whole tour is very worth visiting, he talks a lot about Romanian culture and history”

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Dracula's Castle, Peles Castle and Brasov Day Trip from Bucharest - Brașov: a medieval center between castle visits
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Dracula’s Castle, Peles Castle and Brasov Day Trip from Bucharest

3.Dracula’s Castle, Peles Castle and Brasov Day Trip from Bucharest

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,804 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $33

Leave Bucharest around 7 a.m. by air-conditioned coach for Peleș Castle, Bran Castle and Brașov’s old town. A tour escort shares commentary on the drive, while you explore the sites during allotted free time. Castle tickets cost extra, and opening hours can change the order or limit visits. Guides on past departures have included Adrian, Otilia and Vladut.

“This was a great tour, Vladut was a very good tour guide and gave a good account of each stop and the history. My only frustration was a lack of time at Bran Castle. We queued for 40 mins in the fast track line and only had 20 mins inside before we needed to be back at the coach. Given its the main event and cost c.£27 per ticket it was incredibly disappointing. That said a good tour just more time needed at the main attraction.”

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From Bucharest: Full-Day Trip to Bulgaria - Arbanasi: views and old buildings
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From Bucharest: Full-Day Trip to Bulgaria

4.Full-Day Trip to Bulgaria

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,008 reviews · 12 hours · from $93

Travel from Bucharest in a small group to Bulgaria’s medieval capital, Veliko Tarnovo. The day includes Tsarevets Fortress, a stop in Arbanasi and, depending on the day, Holy Trinity Cathedral or Basarabov Monastery. English-speaking guides such as Narcis and Lucian have led the trip. Plan for a long drive, free time to explore and a separate cash fee for the fortress.

“Very long day well worth it though guide was amazing so helpful highly recommend this trip”

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Small-Group Day Trip to Dracula's Castle, Brasov and Peles Castle - Brașov: a guided start, then your own time
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Small-Group Day Trip to Dracula’s Castle, Brasov and Peles Castle

5.Small-Group Day Trip to Dracula’s Castle, Brasov and Peles Castle

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 935 reviews · 12 to 14 hours (approx.) · from $59

Leave Bucharest by air-conditioned minivan or minibus for Peleș Castle, Brașov, and Bran Castle, with an English-speaking guide and a group capped at 16. Castle tickets cost extra and must be booked ahead. Guides such as Șerban, Matthew, Romeo, and Laura have led the trip, sharing Romanian history and keeping the long drive lively.

“Riga was our tour guide. He was very informative and helpful, providing an excellent commentary of all the places that we visited. He runs the tour with timely precision so that all the elements are covered, but equally with enough time to make the trip worthwhile as it is a long journey from the centre of Bucharest. Overall a very good trip.”

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Bucharest: Dracula's Castle, Peleș Castle & Brașov Day Trip - Peleș Castle, a royal residence in Sinaia
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Bucharest: Dracula’s Castle, Peles Castle & Brasov Day Trip

6.Dracula’s Castle, Peles Castle & Brasov Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 585 reviews · 12 hours · from $40

Travel from central Bucharest into the Carpathians for visits to Peleș Castle and Bran Castle, plus free time in Brașov. A live guide covers Romanian history, royal architecture and the Dracula legend; guides vary, with names such as Petru, Otilia and Adrian praised for their stories and humor. Castle admission is extra, and the order of stops can change.

“Very informative and friendly tour guide. Transport was punctual. Great to see Peles and Bran castle, thanks again Adrian and Mihai.”

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Bucharest: Salt Mine Guided Day Trip to Slănic - Going 208 meters down into the salt
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Bucharest: Salt Mine Guided Day Trip to Slănic

7.Salt Mine Guided Day Trip to Slănic

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 559 reviews · from $56

Travel from Bucharest in a small group to Slănic Prahova Salt Mine, 208 meters underground. You get skip-the-line admission and two hours to explore at your own pace, with an English, Italian or Spanish-speaking host. Guides on different departures have included Sonia, Rodica, Ali and Narcis. Bring warm clothes: it stays 12°C below ground.

“Was a good trip had plenty of time there, the guide told us a bit about Romania as well as the mine. Pick up and drop off was smooth.”

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From Bucharest: Peles Castle, Brasov & Bran Castle Day Trip - Brașov: a guided walk through the Old Town
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From Bucharest: Peles Castle, Brasov & Bran Castle Day Trip

8.Peles Castle, Brasov & Bran Castle Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 435 reviews · from $32

Travel from Bucharest to Peleș Castle, Bran Castle and Brașov with an English- or Italian-speaking guide. Expect castle visits, a guided Old Town walk and a long day on the road. Guides on this route have included Vlad, Tudor, Ana and Dan, though assignments can vary.

“Great trip and Ana our guide was very knowledgeable and informative.”

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From Bucharest: Small Group Day Trip to Medieval Bulgaria - Ivanovo’s churches carved into stone
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From Bucharest: Small Group Day Trip to Medieval Bulgaria

9.Small Group Day Trip to Medieval Bulgaria

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 382 reviews · 12 hours · from $87

Travel from Bucharest with an English-speaking guide and driver to Ivanovo’s rock-hewn churches, Veliko Tarnovo’s Tsarevets Fortress and Arbanassi. Expect a full 12-hour day, border formalities, plenty of walking and time in the van. Guides have included Tudor, Carmen and Coco, but your guide will depend on the departure.

“very sunny day , warm after morning, easy going driver and our guide”

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Full Day Trip to Bulgaria from Bucharest - Ruse’s Central European streets
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Full Day Trip to Bulgaria from Bucharest

10.Full Day Trip to Bulgaria from Bucharest

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 343 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $95

Leave Bucharest at 7:30 am for a 12-hour trip into Bulgaria, visiting medieval Veliko Tarnovo, Tsarevets Fortress, Arbanasi and Ruse. A tour escort handles the drive and commentary; guides named on recent outings include Lucian, Narcis, Roberto and Robert. Expect long road stretches, optional entrance fees and time to explore at the group’s pace.

“This was a wonderful tour by design. But it was certainly made even better by our tour guide Narcis. He was knowledgeable, funny, cool, and a good manager of the group. Keep in mind that there may be traffic crossing the bridge between countries due to construction, but the tour can’t do anything about that. Just have it in your mind that it’s a possibility. We had no bridge traffic on the way, but a bit coming back. Also, don’t forget to have currency to exchange. As a couple things will require Bulgarian currency. Lei, dollars, pounds, euros, etc, they exchange all the major ones.”

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Bucharest: Top Gear Road Transfagarasan Day Trip - Vidraru Dam: a bold first stop
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Bucharest: Top Gear Road Transfagarasan Day Trip

11.Top Gear Road Transfagarasan Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 293 reviews · from $56

Take a 12-hour guided road trip from Bucharest into the Făgăraș Mountains. You’ll see Vidraru Dam, Capra Waterfall and Bâlea Lake, with photo stops and a chance to spot roadside bears. Guides such as Pavel, Alex and Bogdan have led this trip, but bear sightings and access to the upper route depend on conditions.

“Great day trip that I would definitely recommend to everyone who'd like to enjoy the beauty of the Carpathians for a day. Paul, our guide, drove us safely along the Transfagaran to the Balea Lake and back and gave us interesting information and insights. Very well organised and the time spent on the different spots was perfect, not too short and not too long.”

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Castles of Transylvania: Private Day Trip from Bucharest - Peles Castle and its mountain setting
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Castles of Transylvania: Private Day Trip from Bucharest

12.Castles of Transylvania: Private Day Trip from Bucharest

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

Travel by private car from Bucharest to Peles Castle, Bran Castle, and Brasov, with an English-speaking licensed guide-driver and pickup at your accommodation. You get time to explore each stop at your own pace, but entrance fees and lunch are extra. Peles may be replaced by Pelisor or Rasnov Fortress when it is closed.

“Long car ride out of Bucharest. Very interesting sites. The Braun Castle (Dracula) was very interesting but you need to be comfortable with narrow staircases and low ceiling passages in part of the castle. The countryside was beautiful. Lunch in Barshov was delightful and stunning town square.”

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Peles Castle, Dracula's Castle and Medieval Town of Brasov in one day - Bran Castle: Dracula’s Legend and Crowds
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Peles Castle, Dracula’s Castle and Medieval Town of Brasov in one day

13.Peles Castle, Dracula’s Castle and Medieval Town of Brasov in one day

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 241 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $37

Set out from Bucharest at 7 a.m. for a full-day trip to royal Peleș Castle, legendary Bran Castle and Brașov’s historic center. Expect a long drive, timed castle tickets to arrange and a brisk visit at each stop. Guides vary, with past standouts including Vlad, Ana and Dana.

“We had a brilliant day at both castles and in Braşov. Be prepared for queues at Peles which may impact the amount of time you have in the other locations.”

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Dracula's Castle, Peles Castle and Brasov - Private Day Trip from Bucharest - Bran Castle: Dracula’s famous address
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Dracula’s Castle, Peles Castle and Brasov – Private Day Trip from Bucharest

14.Dracula’s Castle, Peles Castle and Brasov – Private Day Trip from Bucharest

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 211 reviews · 12 to 13 hours (approx.) · from $199Top rated

Leave Bucharest by private car or van for Peleș Castle, Bran Castle and Brașov, with an English-speaking guide-driver and hotel pickup. The full day lasts about 12 to 13 hours. Entry tickets and lunch cost extra, and Peleș is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. Guides who have led the trip include Alin, Octavian and Pavel.

“Our guide Dragos was excellent. Very informative about Romania and the sight we saw. He was very accommodating to our needs. The Peles palace wasn’t open so he adjusted our itinerary.”

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Bucharest: Dracula's Castle, Peleș Castle & Brașov Day Trip - Peleș Castle, a royal residence in Sinaia
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Bucharest: Dracula’s Castle, Peleș Castle & Brașov Day Trip

15.Dracula’s Castle, Peleș Castle & Brașov Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 164 reviews · 12 hours · from $36

Leave Bucharest at 7 AM for Sinaia’s Peleș Castle, Bran Castle and a guided walk through Brașov. Your English- or Italian-speaking guide adds local context, while the coach handles the long drives. Castle tickets cost extra, and advance booking is important for Peleș.

“I expected to be tired after the tour, but it was as comfortable as possible even in hot weather. The guide is a very smart man, he checked everything, announced all the information and separately sent messages to everyone with important details. Everything is very convenient and comfortable. We learned a lot of new and interesting things and tried recommendations from the guide. Absolutely recommend this tour. Thanks Vlad!”

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