Overview
This one day tour with departure and arriving in Brasov gives you the opportunity of visiting two special places in the former Wallachia: Sinaia and Targoviste.
In Sinaia is Peles Castle, the Romanian Royal summer Residence till 1947 and in Targoviste, the former capital of Wallachia, other two objectives as different as historically important: the Princely Court, the well-known King Vlad Dracula’s residence and the place where the Ceausescu dictators were judged and executed.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Private transportation
Hotel pickup and drop-off
On-board WiFi
In-vehicle air conditioning
Parking fees
Food and drinks
Souvenirs
Museums entering tickets
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What to expect
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Peles Castle
2 hours
At Sinaia is the Peles Complex, made up of Peles and Pelisor Castles, the gardens and adjacently buildings. Peles Castle was the summer residence of the Romanian Royal Family.
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Princely Court
1 hour
On Targoviste, the old Princely Court introduces you in the medieval atmosphere with the churches, ruins of what once was the capital of Wallachia, with Chindia Tower which can be visited. The well-known Prince Vlad Dracula ruled here, among others. You can learn from the guide details about the Prince’s life, what is myth and what is reality as well as other details of the medieval times.
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Chindiei Tower (Sunset Tower)
10 min
This tower is inside the Princely Court. It was used for observation. From the top can be seen all Targoviste town.
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Targoviste
30 min
The small historical town center itself of Targoviste is interesting, as much as it got rid of the unforgivable demolition of the communist system to be replaced by the apartment buildings and “worker’s buildings”.
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Museum of Communism
40 min
Here is the ex-military base where in December 1989 the two dictators, the Ceausescu couple, were brought, kept in captivity, judged and then executed. This building is a museum currently. The execution by shooting place can also be seen, everything being unchanged.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Bucharest).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 4 travelers per booking
FAQs about Peles Castle and Targoviste Dracula's Princely Court Tour from Brasov
Can I cancel Peles Castle and Targoviste Dracula's Princely Court Tour from Brasov for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 8–10 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Private transportation
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- On-board WiFi
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Parking fees
What's not included?
- Food and drinks
- Souvenirs
- Museums entering tickets
Which places does it visit?
It visits Peles Castle, Princely Court, Chindiei Tower (Sunset Tower), Targoviste, Museum of Communism.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, Romanian.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
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