Bucharest: Brown Bears Sanctuary & Bran-Dracula's Castle day trip
Overview
Join a memorable small-group tour (maximum 18 participants) to two of Romania’s most iconic attractions: the Brown Bear Sanctuary in Zarnesti and the legendary Bran Castle. The tour is conducted exclusively in English and starts early at 7:00 AM, as access to the sanctuary is limited to a specific time slot.
Begin your experience at the sanctuary, where rescued brown bears now live in a protected natural forest. Walk along scenic paths and observe these incredible animals while learning about their rescue stories and the importance of wildlife conservation.
Afterward, continue to Bran Castle, also known as Dracula’s Castle. Discover the history behind this impressive medieval fortress, explore its mysterious rooms and passageways, and enjoy stunning views of the Carpathian Mountains.
This well-paced tour offers a perfect mix of nature, history, and legend in an intimate group setting.
Not suitable for pregnant womens, people with heart problems, kids unde 6 years old.
What's Included
- Visit Bran-Dracula's Castle
- Visits Zarnesti Libearty Bears Sanctuary
- Pickup and drop-off to your hotel/address!
- Transportation by cars, minivans and minibuses in perfect working and cleaning!
- Professional drivers / English licenced tour-guide!
- Entrance fees Drinks Lunch Photo and video fees
- Entry ticket to Brawn Bears Sanctuary 90 Lei / person
- Entry ticket to Bran Castle 100 Lei / Adult
Meeting and Pickup
You must provide us your contact phone or mail. We will contact you one day before for details. The tourguide will contact you 30 minutes before you start. Check the weather before you leave from your Hotel.
Brasov Historical Center
Piazza Sfatului, Brasov, Romania
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Brasov Historical Center
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Not suitable for kids unde 5 years old (Brown Bears Sanctuary rulles)
- Tour douration 10 hours, depending by traffic. On some days, traffic can be congested due to cars or road maintenance work.
- Operated by a business
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Activity code: C-119309P10
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