From Bucharest: Bear Sanctuary, Dracula's Castle & Brasov

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1. The first attraction will be the Libearty Bear Sanctuary, a territory spanning across 69 hectares of coniferous forests where you will safely observe more than 100 rescued brown bears in their natural habitat. Since all bears have been rescued from poor conditions and here they can live freely in their natural environment, the sanctuary has been recognized as the most ethical one in the world.

   1.5 h

2. The tour continues with a scenic one-hour drive through the Carpathian Mountains to Bran Castle, widely known as Dracula's Castle. This 14th-century fortress, perched dramatically on a cliff, is one of Romania's most iconic landmarks and is famously linked to Bram Stoker's Dracula. You will explore the castle's medieval rooms, narrow staircases and royal chambers, and enjoy the stunning views over the surrounding valley.

   1.8 h

3. The final stop is the medieval city of Brasov, a beautifully preserved Saxon town in the heart of the Carpathians. Enjoy free time to wander the cobbled streets of the old town, admire the Council Square (Piata Sfatului) and the imposing Black Church, grab a coffee in one of the local cafes, and soak up the atmosphere before the relaxed drive back to Bucharest.

   1.3 h

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

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Know before you go

How it compares in Bucharest

• Its from-price is 36% below the median of the 1326 experiences we list in Bucharest.
• It is longer than most of them.
• By number of reviews it ranks 36 of 1326.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Bucharest

Belle-époque boulevards, Orthodox churches and communist-era monuments meet around a busy old town in Bucharest, Romania's capital.

The vast Palace of the Parliament, among the largest administrative buildings in the world, dominates the centre as a striking legacy of the Ceaușescu era. Calea Victoriei, the grand avenue, leads past the domed Romanian Athenaeum concert hall, the former Royal Palace that houses the National Museum of Art, and Revolution Square, where the events of 1989 unfolded.

Top-ranked sights in Bucharest: Palace of Parliament (Palatul Parlamentului), Revolution Square (Piata Revolutiei), Arcul de Triumf (Arch of Triumph).

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