Palnca - the local brandy
Palnca - the local brandy
Peles Castle
Bran Castle
Bran Castle
Bran Castle
Palnca - the local brandy
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Bran “Dracula’s” Castle + Peles Castle + Brandy at Rasnov Distillery

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Brașov, Romania
Cultural Tours

About this activity

This cultural tours is one of the standout things to do in Brașov, Romania. Rated 4.7/5 by 3 travellers, it combines the highlights below into a single, easy-to-book experience from €230 per person. The best tour from Brasov to the nearby castles and taste Palinka - the Romanian national brandy

The tour start with Peles Palace in Sinaia - the Pearl of the Carpathians.The inside visit will be the highlight of your day; the detailed ornaments in every room will take you back to the early 20th century and make you admire every inch of it's artwork.
Then, continue to Bran Castle. The guide will present the story of the castle together with the legend vs. truth about the cruel Vlad Dracula - The Impaler. You can buy several "Dracula” gifts at the souvenir market just outside the castle, but also local handmade artifacts of wool and wood.
You will visit then the Traditional Distillery, where the owner will show you the basics of palinka distilling. See the multitude of flavors produced there and taste the traditional Romanian spirits made out of plumbs, apricots, cherries, pears and more. Taste the palinca, tuica and spirits made from fruits, natural, without sugar, dyes or other additives. You will witness the manufacturing process and get the chance to buy some for take away. 

The departure time is flexible. Please feel free to choose the departure time, between 8 am - 10 am (at the check out)

Good to know

  • •Duration: approximately 7 hours.
  • •Confirmation is instant — your spot is secured the moment you book.
  • •Offered in 2 languages.
  • •A specific meeting point is provided — check the Meeting point section below for the exact location and map.
  • •Confirm weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable footwear before you go.

Who it's for

First-time visitorsCouplesSmall groups

Best time to visit

Brașov is rewarding year-round, but spring and early autumn typically bring the most comfortable temperatures and thinner crowds than peak summer. Morning departures tend to be quieter and cooler; booking ahead is recommended in high season as popular cultural tours slots in Brașov sell out.

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From
€230
per person