Overview
A literary Dracula Tour included by Fodor's Travel Guide in Top 10 Must-Do Adventure, the tour includes 3 Halloween parties: the funniest Halloween Party in Sighisoara Citadel, Dracula's birthplace with happenings like The Ritual Killing of a Living Dead (as seen on Travel Channel), Witchery moments etc., Halloween Party at Bran Castle, and visits to the most important historical places related with Vlad the Impaler: Poenari Fortress, Corvinesti Castle, Brasov, Sibiu, Sighisoara.
Also the tour is half board: breakfasts and diners included.
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- Mobile ticket
What's included
Pick up: Centrally located pick up on first day of the tour, at 10:00 am (GMT+2)
English speaking guide services.
Drop off: around 7:00 pm Bucharest local time (GMT+2)
Accommodation: 4 nights in 4* hotels, 3 nights in 3* hotels, all centrally located.
Dinner
Breakfast
Special events: Halloween Party in Sighisoara, Halloween Party at Bran Castle
Transportation: All transfers inside the tour by coach, minibus or car - air conditioned, depending on the number of travelers.
Plane ticket, airport fees, photo & video tax and other not mentioned.
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Moxa Boutique Hotel
129 Calea Victoriei crossroads 4 Mihail Moxa Street, District 1, 010961
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
Departure/Drop off Location: Moxa Boutique Hotel. 129 Calea Victoriei crossroads 4 Mihail Moxa Street, District 1.
Estimated time of arrival in Bucharest on last day of the tour: 7PM
Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.
What to expect
Day 1 Bucharest - Snagov - Bucharest
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Snagov Monastery
2 hours
DAY 1, Bucharest.10:00 AM. Our guide connects with you at the reception desk of a centrally located 4* hotel in Bucharest.Visit Snagov Monastery where, according to the legend, Vlad was buried after his assassination.Your first day ends with a welcome dinner in one of Bucharest ’s top traditional restaurants. 4* centrally located accommodation.
Day 2 Bucharest – Poienari- Sibiu (309 km, 5h 20min driving)
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Poienari Castle
1 hour
It was erected around the beginning of the 13th century by the first Romanian rulers in the South region of Romania, known as Wallachia. However, in the 15th century, realizing the potential for a castle perched high on a steep precipice of rock, Vlad III the Impaler repaired and consolidated the structure, making it one of his main fortresses.
Day 3 Sibiu – Hunedoara - TURDA (272 km, 3h 19 min driving)
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Castelul Corvinilor
1 hour 30 min
We leave the impressive medieval town of Sibiu and head next to Hunedoara. Visit the greatest Gothic style castle in Romania, Corvinesti castle. Overnight in Turda, a small town with an intimate medieval atmosphere, home to one of the oldest Salt Mine in Romania. Accommodate in a 4* hotel, often referred to as a medieval fantasy with beds. Delight yourself with a vampire menu for dinner.
Day 4 Turda - Cluj-Napoca - Tihuta/Borgo Pass (191 km, 3h driving)
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Salina Turda
1 hour 30 min
Prepare to descent to the heart of one of the biggest saline in Romania , the Salt Mines of Turda. Drive next to the city of Cluj Napoca to enjoy a city tour revealing beautiful medieval buildings such as Saint Andrews Cathedral.
After admiring the city’s medieval buildings, follow into Jonathan Harker’s footsteps and drive to Borgo Pass. Check in at Hotel Dracula’s Castle in Borgo Pass, a 3* hotel designed in accordance to Bram Stoker’s imagination. Enjoy a special 3-course dinner, traditional music around a huge bone fire. Furthermore, you will visit Count Dracula’s coffin, situated in the basement of the hotel.
Day 5 Borgo Pass - Sighisoara (198 km, 3h 29min driving)
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Sighisoara
12 hours
Next stop, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sighisoara Medieval Citadel.
20 : 00 Put on your costume and get into the mood, this is the reason for your travel to Transylvania. Prepare yourself for the best Halloween Party.
Day 6 Sighisoara – Brasov – Bran ( 145 km, 2h , 20 min driving)
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Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle)
12 hours
Today we'll enjoy Brasov - a city with an outstanding medieval atmosphere which has played a vital role in Romania’s history, both old and new.
19:30 The ultimate Halloween Party at the Bran Castle – also known as Dracula’s Castle!
Day 7 Bran – Sinaia -Bucharest (174 km, 2h 50 min driving)
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Pelisor Castle
2 hours
Visit Pelisor Castle. Transfer to Otopeni for your return flight. ETA in Bucharest, 7 PM.
Day 8 Bucharest
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Bucharest
2 hours
Your transfer to the airport is not included.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Bucharest).
Additional Information
- Please bring your Halloween costume for the parties.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
FAQs about 8-Day Halloween in Transylvania including 3 Halloween parties
Can I cancel 8-Day Halloween in Transylvania including 3 Halloween parties for free?
No. All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
How long does it take?
It takes about 8 days.
Where does it start?
Moxa Boutique Hotel 129 Calea Victoriei crossroads 4 Mihail Moxa Street, District 1, 010961
What's included?
- Pick up: Centrally located pick up on first day of the tour, at 10:00 am (GMT+2)
- English speaking guide services.
- Drop off: around 7:00 pm Bucharest local time (GMT+2)
- Accommodation: 4 nights in 4* hotels, 3 nights in 3* hotels, all centrally located.
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Special events: Halloween Party in Sighisoara, Halloween Party at Bran Castle
- Transportation: All transfers inside the tour by coach, minibus or car - air conditioned, depending on the number of travelers.
What's not included?
- Plane ticket, airport fees, photo & video tax and other not mentioned.
Which places does it visit?
It visits Snagov Monastery, Poienari Castle, Castelul Corvinilor, Salina Turda, Sighisoara, Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle), Pelisor Castle, Bucharest.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
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