Small-Group Real Dracula Tour from Bucharest
Overview
The legend of Count Dracula is known worldwide, but much of it is rooted in myth rather than history. Many associate Vlad Tepes with Dracula and Bran Castle with his home—yet neither is historically accurate.
The Real Dracula Tour uncovers the true story behind the legend by visiting Poenari Fortress, the real mountain stronghold built and used by Vlad the Impaler. The tour also includes Targoviste, the former capital of Wallachia during Vlad’s reign, Curtea de Arges, home to a beautiful monastery, and a scenic stop at Vidraru Dam, set beside the famous Transfăgărășan Road.
This small-group, full-day tour from Bucharest is led by a friendly local guide and combines authentic history, dramatic landscapes, and lesser-known sites—ideal for travelers seeking the real story behind Dracula.
What's Included
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Driver/guide
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees
Meeting Location
Bulevardul Nicolae Bălcescu 4
București 030167, Romania
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Princely Court
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Curtea de Arges Monastery
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Poienari Castle
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Vidraru Dam
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- A moderate amount of walking is required during this tour. Access to Poenari Fortress involves climbing 1,480 steps; guests who choose not to climb may wait at the base of the hill.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan.
- Driver/guide.
- Lunch.
- Gratuities.
- Entrance fees.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 4. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Small-Group Real Dracula Tour from Bucharest is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Small-Group Real Dracula Tour from Bucharest will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Driver/guide
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- A moderate amount of walking is required during this tour. Access to Poenari Fortress involves climbing 1,480 steps; guests who choose not to climb may wait at the base of the hill.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
