Wallachia Tours

Escape the urban bustle of Bucharest for the day to discover the legends and treasures of Transylvania. Wander through the Gothic chambers and turrets of Bran Castle, nicknamed ‘Dracula’s Castle’ thanks to its spooky atmosphere and ties to Vlad the Impaler, and then feel like you’ve stepped into a fairy tale on a tour of splendid Peles Castle, the former royal residence of Romanian kings. Finally, explore one of Transylvania’s most well-preserved medieval villages on a walking tour of Brasov.

Set off for Transylvania from Bucharest during this guided tour that includes round-trip transport to Bran Castle and Peles Castle. Along with both optional castle visits, enjoy a walking tour of Brasov before your guide sets you free in the medieval town to enjoy some independent time.

Discover the best of Transylvania and its landmarks on a 2-day small-group tour. Visit iconic locations like Bran Castle, Brasov, and Sighisoara, and learn about the area's legends, culture, and cuisine from your tour guide. Round-trip transport, overnight accommodation, and breakfast are included for your convenience.

Wander through Transylvania’s historic castles on this private day trip from Bucharest. See for yourself why Transylvania’s castles have amassed such an infamous reputation. Follow your knowledgeable guide through mysterious corridors, up spooky stairwells and into potentially haunted rooms. Along the way, you’ll learn the real stories behind these mythical buildings. See Bran Castle, where the legend of Dracula still lingers, and Peles Castle in Sinaia set in the enchanting Carpathian Mountains.

Venture deep into the heart of Transylvania to visit two of Romania’s most magnificent castles and the medieval town of Brasov on this day trip. Step into the life of Romanian royalty at sumptuous Peles Castle, a fairytale-like summer retreat surrounded by forest and still adorned with immaculate period decor. Then, connect with the country's notorious vampiric lore at Bran Castle, also known as ‘Dracula’s Castle,’ thanks to its chilling Gothic chambers and turrets that seem to be plucked straight from a horror movie.

Explore the medieval history of Romania’s southerly neighbor on a full-day tour to Bulgaria. Departing from Bucharest, cross the border into the foothills of the Balkan Mountains and Veliko Tarnovo, the capital of Bulgaria during medieval times. Learn about Bulgarian history from your guide while visiting regional highlights including the Tsaravets Fortress, St Dimitrie Basarabov Monastery and Arbanasi Village.

Explore the remains of Dracula’s Castle on this small-group day trip from Bucharest. Meet your English-speaking guide in Bucharest, then travel by minibus to Transylvania. Admire the scenery beyond the window on the leisurely drive into the country, an ideal prelude to two of Romania’s most stunning castles, Peles Castle and Bran (Dracula’s) Castle. Hit the charming city of Brasov in south Transylvania. Please note that when Peles Castle is closed, you visit the Cantacuzino Palace instead.

3 day tour including 2 Halloween Parties: - Halloween Party in Sighisoara Medieval Citadel - Dracula’s birth place and one at Bran Castle. The Halloween Party in Sighisoara includes a delicious traditional Romanian dinner, washed down with fiery spirits, excellent Romanian wine and accompanied by a special program including our Ritual of Killing of The Living Dead (Help a haunted spirit to gain his peace - attend the ritual of killing a strigoi), Vampiresa Hunting, Magic Show and many dark surprises. - Halloween Party on the grounds of Bran Castle, including night tour of Bran Castle decorated for Halloween and populated with wicked fairies. Around 21:00, attend the Halloween After Party, until 04:00 am, on the grounds of Bran Castle.

Combine two of Bucharest's most interesting geological sites—the Salt Mountain and the Slanic Prahova Salt Mine—on a single day trip from Bucharest. With a guide in the lead, you're guaranteed not to miss a thing, and round-trip transportation means no need for you to rent a car. Learn about the healing properties of the salt contained in the mountain and the mines, as well as the all-season spa resort there.

Appreciating Bucharest’s unique history, culture, and landmarks can be tricky on a self-led excursion. Explore the Romanian capital on a private tour, and benefit from your guide’s undivided attention as you explore top sights such as the Palace of the Parliament, Revolution Square, and National Village Museum. Customize your departure to suit your schedule, and enjoy seamless transfer across the sprawling city by air-conditioned vehicle.

Tour one of the most impressive buildings in Europe, and one of the biggest in the world, on a convenient guided tour. You’ll get to explore the inside of the Romanian Parliament building with an informative local guide, so you’ll leave with a greater understanding of Romania’s history and politics. It’s a must-visit sight in Bucharest, and will help you understand the huge role that Nicolae Ceausescu played in shaping Romania.

Discover the history and events of the Cold War in Romania on a walking tour of Bucharest. Navigate 40 years of communism in the country as you visit landmarks like the Palace of the Parliament and Revolution Square. Learn about what life was like under communist rule and what happened after the fall of communism in 1989.

Enjoy a comfortable ride in an air-conditioned vehicle from Bucharest to Bran Castle — the inspiration for Dracula’s Castle. On the journey, your local guide will weave tales of Transylvania’s history and mythology as you journey through its majestic countryside. The trip starts with a guided tour of the Dracula's Castle, learn the facts and fictions around Vlad the Impaler. Take your trip to the next level by going 30 metres underground the castle to the Time Tunnel. The unique construction, 100% Romanian, was designed to describe the history and culture of the Bran Castle using a state-of-the-art multimedia exhibition. After the tour, you will have around 3 hours to have lunch in Brasov and explore the city before following your local guide on a fascinating tour of this impressive city.

Join in Bucharest’s thriving nightlife scene with a group pub crawl that takes you to four or five of Old Town's most exciting bars and clubs. Meet other travelers and and learn to party like a Romanian while a friendly guide handpicks the venues and arranges all the details to ensure a safe and memorable night out. Enjoy a welcome shot at each bar plus a few fun surprises along the way like karaoke or bar games, and capture every crazy moment with the help of your guide’s photography skills.

Experience both the highlights and best kept secrets of Bucharest on a four-hour bike tour. A bike and helmet are conveniently included, as is a your guide.  Explore the city by bike and expand your discovery radius without getting worn out or feeling rushed. See the city’s top attractions, including the Parliament Palace, and lesser known points of interest, such as the Gypsy neighborhood.

Take a day trip to the largest salt mine in Europe, Slanic Prahova, with this private tour. You'll head inside the mine to check out the largest planetarium in the country. This tour also includes a visit to the Berca Muddy Volcanos, a geological reserve featuring eruptions of clay and mud.

Welcome to the largest salt mine in Europe, which is Slanic Prahova. Inside you will find the biggest planetarium in Romania, with a dome with a diameter of 16 meters and a laser projection system (4k) of 24.000 lumens. After this, we will visit the Berca Muddy Volcanoes which is a geological and botanical reservation located in Buzău County. The most spectacular feature is small volcano-shaped structures typically a few meters high caused by the eruption of mud and natural gases. Get your camera ready!

This day-trip to Bulgaria will take you to see the best of Bulgaria in one day. Leave in the morning to the Romanian-Bulgarian border you will arrive at the Ivanovo Rock Churches, a unique UNESCO World Heritage Site with perfectly preserved frescoes. Next stop will be done in Veliko Turnovo, the capital of the second Bulgarian Empire where you can tour inside the Tsarevets fortress from the 12th century. Step back in time on the Samovodene Artisans Street packed with workshops of locals where you can find a coppersmith, silversmith, icon painter and many more. Drive up to Arbanassi Village, an architectural reserve unique in Bulgaria. Visit the interior of Konstantilieva House, a merchants house from the 17th century. Before leaving Bulgaria take an exclusive visit to the town of Ruse with a short stroll in the central area.

From the spooky to the sublime, you can still see the best of Transylvania even without staying the night on this day trip from Bucharest. Traveling with a small group, visit the summer home of Romanian royals at storybook Peles Castle, and then conjure up images of Count Dracula at Gothic Bran Castle. The well-paced itinerary also leaves time for a stop in the medieval city of Brasov, known for its blackened church.

Steep in Transylvania’s compelling history during this 2-day private tour from Bucharest. A professional local guide will meet you in Bucharest. From there, you will head into the Transylvania countryside and explore the medieval cities of Brasov, Bran, and Rasnov over the course of two days. As you travel, your guide will gladly fill you in on Romania’s complicated and fascinating history. This is a great way to explore Transylvania’s castles, villages, and fortresses by car and foot.

Enjoy a day away from the hustle and bustle of Bucharest on this small-group tour to Ruse in northern Bulgaria, with hassle-free transfer from your hotel via air-conditioned vehicle. Visit the city’s top attractions, including the Rousse Museum of History and Sveta Troitsa Cathedral, and learn more about the region’s rich heritage from your professional guide.

Relax, have fun, stay healthy! Enjoy good time at one of the the largest relaxation and entertainment center in Europe - Therme Bucharest. Having an indoor temperature of 29-30 degrees Celsius and a water temperature of 33 degrees Celsius, the spa is open all year long. The thermal water makes its way from deep underground to supply 10 pools, 6 saunas, 4 wet saunas and 16 water slides. Located near Bucharest it hosts the widest variety of botanical plants with over 800,000 plants, countless orchids, 1500 palm threes from 6 countries and the biggest network of indoor waterslides in Romania, with a total length of 1,5 km, as well, you can enjoy the largest wave pool (560 square meters) in Romania. With entertainment and recreation facilities that are completely new in Romania, Therme Bucharest is the ideal destination for the whole family. It is the perfect place to experiment the culture of wellness at its highest level.

Our driver will wait for you in Bucharest International Airport with your name written on an iPad in front of the flower shop. He will take your luggage and drive you safe to your destination in Bucharest.

Fit in a visit to beautiful Bulgaria, all without navigating border crossings or booking a hotel. On this private day trip from Bucharest, see the best of Romania’s southern neighbor with a guide, including the beautiful medieval city of Veliko Turnovo, the 12th-century Tsarevets Fortress, a cave monastery, and charming Arbanasi Village.