The Real Castle of Vlad the Impaler, inspiration for Count Dracula and his Tomb


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Duration: 9 hours

Departs: Bucharest, Bucharest

Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Free cancellation

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Overview

Skip the tourist trap vampire tour and discover the true origins of Vlad Țepeș, the inspiration for Count Dracula, on a private sightseeing tour.
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This is a private tour from Bucharest to the Princely Court of Targoviste, the place from where prince Vlad the Impaler ruled the country of Wallachia.
In this we will also visit the place where Vlad, the famous Romanian ruler is buried, on an island, inside the Snagov monastery.
We will also visit a defense tower built by Vlad for the protection of his castle.


What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle

Bottled water

Private transportation

WiFi on board

What's Not Included

Entrance tickets to the sights - 8€ per person

Lunch


Traveler Information

  • ADULT: Age: 7 - 99

Additional Info

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

What To Expect

Princely Court
Targoviste Fortress is one of the most important medieval monuments in Romania. With a history that goes back to the 15th century, this former princely court was used as a residence by some of the most famous princes of Southern Romania, including Constantin Brancoveanu and the legendary Vlad the Impaler

60 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Chindiei Tower (Sunset Tower)
Walk up to Chindia Tower, the symbol of the princely court of Targoviste.
A view from the tower’s balcony will give you a panoramic perspective over the entire court, especially on the ruins of the two princely palaces, from the 16th century and the 17th century.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Parcul Chindia
The Chindia Park was arranged on the former Royal Garden, which was located behind the Royal Court in 1970. In the park there is a recreational lake, where may take a boat or water bike ride, there is also a track for cycling, skating on roles and athletics.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Snagov Monastery
An ancient monastic establishment, a historical monument, an architectural jewel of feudal art, and an important tourist attraction located on an island of the Snagov Lake, near Bucharest.
We will sea the grave at Vlad Dracula wich is on Snagov Monastiry.

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included






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