Private tour in Bucharest Vlad C

Peles and Bran Castels+Brasov City (day tour)

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Vlad C.

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WHY ME ? My friendly Hollywood accent, European dad jokes, my singing, energetic personality, famous Romanian myths and stories at your service. I'm specialized in organising corporate events, family trips and discovering hidden places around Romania outside the beaten path. I can sing in English, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese and Romanian (of course). :) WHAT I BELIEVE ? Travelling through Europe, Asia and South America taught me that a direct contact with the local people, local cuisine and the places locals normally go to it's a must. Of course we're going to talk about everything and I will answer all of your questions because it's my pleasure to get to know your opinions/curiosities and to help you understand Romania. WHAT IS MY GOAL ? To make you experience an excellent holiday and tell you Romania's story in its complexity, with the ups and downs, the old and new, music, religions, ethnic diversity and all the major events that shaped the country. WHAT CAN WE DO FOR YOUR BEST EXPERIENCE ? Tell me what would you want to see and I can make an itinerary suited to your needs and schedule. If you're into golf, keep in mind that Romania has the 2nd longest PAR6 in the World. Mud volcanos ? Yes, we have those Mars-like landscapes. Roman baths, fortified citadels, gigantic salt mines, extraordinary landscapes and incredible energies. . . At the end of many tours I really enjoy to hear the best description possible: "we never expected it to be this great". Transylvania is definitely the place to discover, while Bucharest is the place to party and start/finish a tour (especially if after that your Danube cruise starts). If you like to see the main attractions in Bucharest, it's normally a 2h drive (after 20:00 o'clock or in the weekends) or a 4-5h walk around tour. Besides that, The Palace of the Parliament (the heavyest building in the World), The Village Museum, The Old City Center and The Communist Era Tour are interesting enough to worth spend some extra time in the capital. IF YOU WERE WONDERING. . . The majority of my tours are custom made - people want to see or do something in particular. So. . . ASK ME ANYTHING about any topic and we can set up the best (and most efficient) Romanian experience possible. My personal suggestion is that if you have 5 days in Romania don't spend more than 2 nights in Bucharest. . . We have a wonderful country with the Danube Delta and the Carpathian Mountains being the most appealing in terms of landscapes and wildlife, Transylvania has the best medieval heritage and Moldova (NE Romania) has its fair share of wonderful old monasteries and wineries. Also, if you look for perfect landscapes or interesting experiences (sheephearding, horseriding, mountaineering, isolated communities, etc. ) ask me. All that's left is for you to just tell me what do you want to see, feel and experience. This Romanian adventure needs to shift your travel energies into the right direction and trust me I will help you with all I can. I'm very glad you chose Romania for your next trip ! PS: don't be afraid of the "land of Dracula" - I'll keep you safe from any evil spirits, brown bears or a boring traffic. :) Certified tour and mountain guide by the Department of Tourism (badge no. 11.423) Certified sound therapy healer Certified in Basic Life Support Certified trainer for company events Driver's license for motorcycle and small vehicles/vans Certified industrial climber Engineering College degree from UPB We can take a break whenever you want if you need to smoke or a bathroom break. :) I enjoy children travellers, so they won't get bored or anything. I have enough stories to tell...

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Overview of your Bucharest tour

The Teuton knights' Bran Castle has not only its history behind it, but also its modern stories, Brasov City Center has a proper medieval feel and the Peles Castle is an architectural wonder. The Bran Castle or "Dracula's Castle" is one of the most visited places in Romania (with or without the garlic). Between June and September expect longer queues to enter (1-2h of waiting and 45 min inside). If you only want to see it from the outside, we can go to Prejmer fortified church instead. Brasov City with its surroundings is also a gem in the Transylvanian landscape all year round. Its saxon name means "the city of the crown", but during communism was named Stalin. The Peles Castle - it's a must-see. (Netflix's "A Christmas Prince" was shot on location here). TAKE INTO CONSIDERATION Peles Castle is closed Mondays and Tuesdays (sometimes in November). TICKETS MUST BE BOUGHT IN ADVANCE online only from their website bilete[dot]peles[dot]ro (available one month in advance).

Recent Reviews

Matthew B.United States
July 2026

My wife and I were recently in Bucharest for a river cruise and explored Peles Castle, Bran Castle, and Brasov with Vlad C. Everything was great from the initial booking until we were dropped off at our hotel. Vlad did a great job communicating with us before the trip and picked us up at our hotel on the morning of the trip. Vlad was a wealth of information and provided insight about all things Romania. Vlad did a great job getting us close to the castles, which allowed us easy access. The private option was ideal for us and well worth the added cost. The interior of Peles Castle was far superior to that of Bran Castle, but both castles were breathtaking taking from the exterior. We would definitely recommend this tour with Vlad!!

Joyce T.United States
October 2025

Our tour with Vlad couldn’t have been better!! He was incredibly knowledgeable, informative, and importantly a really cool guy! Vlad adapted our tour to our delight and we could make changes as we went. We would 100% love to tour with him again.

Linda J.Australia
October 2025

We had a wonderful day with Vlad. He gave us so much information about the places we visited as well as general life in Bucharest and Romania. He has a great sense of humour, especially while we were held up with road works and slow traffic. We highly recommend Vlad as a tour guide, especially on such a long excursion as this one. Thanks Vlad for a fantastic day.

Irena S.United Kingdom
September 2025

The visit to Peles and Bran castles and Brasov was extremely interesting. It was really worth the additional cost to have a car/private tour guide. Vlad was brilliant. He adapted the tour and his information to our needs. I would highly recommend him and the tour.

Nancy C.United States
August 2025

We had a wonderful, long day with Vlad in Transylvania! Saw castles, both inside and out, lunch in a quaint village, walking tour of Brasov and the Black Church and even toured a UNESCO Fortified Church. During our drive time Vlad provided lots of rich conversation and commentary along with music and video clips on his phone to help us more fully experience and understand Romania. A wonderful tour!

Van H.United States
August 2025

Vlad was a WONDERFUL tour guide and made the day very special for us. He's personable and very genuine. He tailored the our trip to our wants and was very flexible. We're from USA and his English is very good and easy to understand. He doesn't smoke and played us interesting Romanian songs and music, along with informative videos during the drive from Bucharest and back. They help to make the drive interesting and fun. During our visit to Peles Castle, he told us many, many interesting facts about the castle. He was very enthusiastic and also a great photographer. He's one of the best guides we've ever had from Tours By Local. Definitely book with Vlad.

Your Bucharest tour itinerary

We depart at 07:00 AM or 09:30 AM to enter at Peles in the 1st or 2nd interval. - 09:15-11 AM or 11:00-12:45 at the Peles Castle will be our first stop (about 1h15) where you'll be awestruck. - After 1h30, the Bran Castle will be a little bit of a challenge, because you will wonder through its many rooms and narrow staircases minding the heads and considering how small sized were the people back then. Expect to get an apetite after this "climb" (about 45 min inside). - We can eat lunch in Rasnov in a very cozy local restaurant out of the tourist trap area - Brasov City's medieval center is another marvelous place to wonder around and, if we're too tired we can do it even from the car. We'll stop at least in the Council Square a couple of minutes to feel the old roaming city. We'll get back to Bucharest after 09:00 PM, but it really depends on the traffic. If you have other preferences, let me know and I will customize the tour.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Station Wagon

Private car Dacia Jogger (2022) with AC fit for 4 average sized people

What's included
Other: parking fees, umbrellas, photos with the tour's highlights
Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. tickets to Bran and Peles Castles
Food Drinks Snacks
Tickets: around 50 USD per person for both tickets
Meeting location

Bucharest, Bucharest, Romania

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  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Architecture
History
City Highlights
Art And Culture
Tour reference number
746395
Languages
English
Italian
French
Spanish
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly

Traveller reviews

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This private tour is perfect for travellers who are interested in exploring historical and architectural wonders, such as the famous Bran Castle, also known as "Dracula's Castle," and the stunning Peles Castle. It's also ideal for those who want to experience the medieval charm of Brasov City. The tour is kid-friendly and offers a light activity level, making it suitable for families and those who prefer a more relaxed pace. Additionally, it's a great choice for anyone looking to connect with a local guide like Vlad C. for deeper insights into Romanian history and culture.

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Hours icon 12 hours 30 minutes
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