Peles Royal Palace of the kings and The Haunted Castle of Julia





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Duration
7 hours to 9 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Italian
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Europe/Bucharest
Why Travelers Love This
Overview
Wallachia, historical region of modern day Romania, once a principality that rivaled Transylvania, Moldova and Bulgaria, better known for its mythical ruler, Prince Vlad the Impaler, a.k.a Drakula. Now, Wallachia, with its emblematic city Bucharest, displays castles and mountain resorts, legends and endless vineyards, virgin forests and wild beasts. Our tour shares with you its landmarked castles, highlights of southern Romania. Peles Castle it’s the marvelous palace of the kings. And Julia Hasdeu castle with its unique architecture, built by a grieving father in order to connect with the spirit of his premature lost daughter.
What's Included
Included
Private transportation
Air-conditioned vehicle
Guide
Not included
Coffee and/or Tea
Lunch
Smoking is not allowed in the vehicle
Food and alcoholic drinks are not permitted in the vehicle
Hot drinks in glasses are not allowed in the vehicle
Entry admission at Peles Castle 100 Ron
Entry admission at Julia Hasdeu Castle
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Itinerary
Stop 1
3 hoursAdmission not included
Stop 1
The former royal summer residence is a wildly popular tourist attraction. The neo-Renaissance masterpiece was brought into existence after 40 years of work. Dozens of builders, artists, architects and wood-carvers left not a single corner empty of silk rugs, Murano glass, Cordoba leather-covered walls, carved walnut or polished marble. Each room is decorated in a different style or theme. There is a mini-Theatre, Music Room (India), Turkish Salon, Great Salon (Italy), Council Room (Switzerland), Moor Hall, and so much more. Over 400 European and Oriental weapons dating from the 15th to the 19th centuries are on display at Peles armory. It was the first European castle to have electricity, provided by its own power plant. Hot and cold running water, central heating, telegraph, telephone, a small elevator for the royal family and central vacuum system are other amenities the castle offered, from the very beginning. The stained glass roof of the foyer opens mechanically.
Stop 2
1 hourAdmission not included
Stop 2
Stop: Iulia Hasdeu Castle The castle built for Julia Hasdeu it's like a small building from a fairytale. The history of B.P Hasdeu and his premature lost daughter Julia Hasdeu is full of interesting facts, mystery and also magic. The plan of the castle was drawn by the father when he was in a trance, possessed by the spirit of his daughter. Duration: 3.5 Hours (visit + drive back in Bucharest) Additional information: Inside the Castle, photography is not allowed.
Stop 3
2 hours
Stop 3
Optional Stop: Lunch in Sinaia The City of Sinaia, host of the royal domain and Peles Castle, is also a popular destination for active travelers, interested in skiing, hiking, rock-climbing, mountain biking and wildlife watching.
Stop 4
2 hours
Stop 4
The way back is just another experience that can be transformed into a nice story to tell.
Additional Info
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
No Heart Problems
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Other
Most travelers can participate
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
Review Summary
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1 reviews
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