Spring Adventures Among the Fairytale Castles of Transylvania
Bran Castle, Peleș Castle, Făgăraș Fortress, and the Historic Old Towns of Sibiu and Brașov Hasznosnak találod eddig ezt a beszélgetést?
- March 13 – 15, 20273 days (Saturday – Monday)
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Boarding options
- Szeged
- Algyő
- Hódmezővásárhely
- Makó
- Kiskunfélegyháza
- Kecskemét
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Planned program
Day 1: Bran Castle – The Legendary Castle of Dracula
On Saturday, March 13, 2027, we will depart from the Szeged Plaza car park in the early morning hours. We will cross the Hungarian-Romanian border at Nagylak and arrive in Bran around midday, a destination that has become world-famous as the legendary former estate of Vlad Țepeș (Dracula). The castle of the Wallachian ruler guarded one of the most important mountain passes in the Southern Carpathians, the Bran Pass. The first fortress was built between 1211 and 1215 by the Teutonic Knights. Today, the ancient walls of this historic castle house a museum, where fascinating exhibitions bring the memories and mysteries of the past to life. After some free time, we will travel to Săcele, where we will check into our accommodation and enjoy a delicious dinner.
Day 2: Sinaia – The Splendour of Peleș Castle and the Historic Old Town of Brașov
After breakfast, we will visit one of Romania’s most significant historical landmarks, the magnificent Peleș Castle, built in the impressive Neo-Renaissance style. This fairytale-like castle was commissioned by King Carol I of Romania as his summer residence and constructed between 1873 and 1914. The castle complex is situated on the border of Transylvania and Wallachia, in the Southern Carpathian Mountains, nestled in the picturesque valley of the Prahova River. Afterwards, we will travel to Brașov, one of Transylvania’s most beautiful historic cities, formerly an important centre of the Transylvanian Saxons and the administrative seat of the former Brașov County. During our walking tour of the historic centre, we will visit the famous Gothic Black Church, the County Hall, the surviving bastions of the Brașov fortifications, and the city’s charming historic main square. After exploring the old town, we will return to Săcele, where a hearty dinner will be waiting for us.
Day 3: Făgăraș Fortress and Sibiu
After breakfast, we will visit one of Transylvania’s most impressive medieval fortresses, Făgăraș Fortress, which was once part of one of the wealthiest and largest royal and princely estates in Transylvania. After exploring this remarkable historical complex, we will begin our journey home. Along the way, we will stop in Sibiu, a former cultural and commercial centre of the Transylvanian Saxons. In 2007, the city was designated a European Capital of Culture. During our free time, we will have the opportunity to explore the charming historic main square and experience the city’s unique atmosphere. We expect to arrive back in Szeged late in the evening.
Promotional price: 109 900 Ft per person
The early booking special offer is valid until February 15, 2027!
What's Included
- Transportation costs
- 2 nights’ accommodation in a guesthouse
- Half-board meals
- Guided tour
Not Included
- Travel insurance
- Entrance fees
- Local guide fee
- Audio guide
We look forward to welcoming you on our trip!
We reserve the right to change the program.
Entrance tickets and optional programs
- Bran Castle: adult: 100 RON/person, senior: 70 RON/person
- Peleș Castle in Sinaia: adult: 100 RON/person, senior: 50 RON/person
- Black Church in Brașov: full-price admission: 30 RON/person, reduced admission: 25 RON/person
- Făgăraș Fortress: adult: 30 RON/person, senior: 15 RON/person
- Local guide fee, parking fees and tourist tax: 45 RON/person
- Audio guide: 35 RON/person
Photos from last year's trip
Photo credits
Original photographs taken by our guest, Matild Tanács.
