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Peles castle and authentic Romanian village experience - day trip
Product code 31592P3
From
From EUR 250
Dates
May 8, 2026 to Oct 30, 2027
Start times
7:30 AM
Travelers
Child ages 10-13, Youth ages 14-17, Adult ages 18-59, Senior ages 60-65
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Peles castle and authentic Romanian village experience - day trip
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Duration
12 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Europe/Bucharest
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From
From EUR 250
Peles castle and authentic Romanian village experience - day trip
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Duration
12 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Europe/Bucharest
Why Travelers Love This
- Discover magnificent Peles castle - a perfect blend of German and Italian Neo-Renaissance styles, the summer residence of the Romanian royal family; - Enjoy a cup of coffee in the wonderful summer garden, at the foot of the Carpathian mountains; - Travel back in time and visit the quaint area Valea Doftanei (just 2-hours ride from Bucharest), sprinkled with haystacks, horses and sheep - Learn about real life in a remote sub-Carpathian village and see how peasants have lived here for generations; - Enjoy a horse-drawn cart ride and a hearty lunch prepared from local farm-fresh produce; - Admire the beautiful mountain scenery and learn about medicinal herbs and mushrooms; - Meet friendly locals, learn about their daily life and maybe buy some traditional products to support their work (honey, local cheese)
Overview
- Discover magnificent Peles castle - a perfect blend of German and Italian Neo-Renaissance styles, the summer residence of the Romanian royal family; - Enjoy a cup of coffee in the wonderful summer garden, at the foot of the Carpathian mountains; - Travel back in time and visit the quaint area Valea Doftanei (just 2-hours ride from Bucharest), sprinkled with haystacks, horses and sheep - Learn about real life in a remote sub-Carpathian village and see how peasants have lived here for generations; - Enjoy a horse-drawn cart ride and a hearty lunch prepared from local farm-fresh produce; - Admire the beautiful mountain scenery and learn about medicinal herbs and mushrooms; - Meet friendly locals, learn about their daily life and maybe buy some traditional products to support their work (honey, local cheese)
What's Included
Included
Bottled water
Horse-drawn cart ride uphill to an altitude of 1000 meters/or an extensive walk through the village
Enjoy a hearty lunch prepared from local farm-fresh produce: a large platter with Romanian starters and cold cuts, chicken stew or fresh trout with polenta and apple pie
Air-conditioned vehicle
Taste a glass of special Romanian wine (white, red of rosé) or a pint of beer
Coffee and/or Tea
Parking Fees
Admission ticket for Peles castle
Not included
Gratuities for the tour guide
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Itinerary
Pass by stop 1
Pass by stop 1
Pass by and admire the University Square, a symbolic place with a rich history.
Pass by stop 2
Pass by stop 2
The Palace of Parliament building has a surface of 365.000 sqm and holds the 1st position in the Guinness World Records for the largest administrative building in the world (after the Pentagon) and the heaviest and most expensive building in the world.
Stop 3
2 hoursAdmission included
Stop 3
Considered by many as a pearl of Romanian architecture, Peles castle is located at the foot of the impressive Bucegi mountains, in an idyllic setting; Peles castle was the summer residence of the Romanian royal family - which ruled the country from 1866 to 1947.
Stop 4
5 hours
Stop 4
Join us for a day-trip and explore this quaint rural area in Romania (far away from mass tourism), where you will be able to enjoy the beautiful scenery and discover how real peasants live and taste some delicious lunch prepared by locals.
Stop 5
30 minutes
Stop 5
Admire this beautiful green-colored lake, located deep in the lush forests of Wallachia and have a short photo stop here.
Additional Info
No Back Problems
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
No Pregnant
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No Heart Problems
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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.
Experience may be cancelled for bad weather.
Experience may be cancelled if minimum traveler count is not met.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
Review Summary
4.9
9 reviews
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