Bucharest · MEDIEVAL FORTRESS & CITADEL TOURS
12 reviewed
Good medieval fortress & citadel tours from Bucharest fill up weeks ahead once summer starts. The 12 below are the ones to grab first, with current prices and what makes each different from the one above it.
Small-group 12-hour trip from Bucharest to Ivanovo UNESCO churches, Veliko Tarnovo, Tsarevets, artisan workshops, and Arbanassi village.
“The trip was amazing and the guide Coco did such a great job! Definitely will recommend !”
Peles, Dracula's Bran, and Brasov in one day from Bucharest with live guide commentary, timed entry for Peles, and extra castle tickets.
“Carmen was incredible. Knowledgeable, kind, patient, respectful, and went out of her way in regards to communicating with customers. Thank you again.”
Bucharest to Peles, Rasnov, and Bran Castle in one long day, with a small group guide and easy pickup, plus real Transylvania flavor.
“Excellent organization and beautiful journey. Too bad for the wrong information on the site, in fact The castle of Peles was closed on Monday. shame about the Italian guide not available.”
2-day medieval Transylvania trip from Bucharest: Peles, Bran, Brasov, Sibiu, and an overnight in Sighisoara with a small-group guide.
“Emanuel was a Great tour guide —The trip was well planned out and I would highly recommend it !!!! jcr”
A 12-hour day trip from Bucharest into Bulgaria to see Ivanovo’s rock churches, Tsarevets fortress, and Arbanasi, with guide-led history.
“Pick up was to b 7am Thursday. I was told by the tour operator that I called that they did not have a people to run the trip and it was cancelled = at 3pm on Wednesday!”
Private day trip from Bucharest to Veliko Tarnovo, Tsarevets, Arbanasi, and craft markets, with pickup, car comfort, and key history sights.
“The guide, Octavian was very good. Warm, funny and patient. Also very informative. Great guy. I had a good time!”
Private Bucharest day trip to Bran and Peles castles plus Brasov medieval old town, with pickup, Wi-Fi, English guide. Entrance fees extra.
“Dan was our tour guide and he was absolultely lovely! The sites itself were alright. Definitely recommend not going on a weekend. But otherwise stunning sceneries all the way through :)”
A 12-hour Bucharest day trip to Peles, Bran Dracula’s Castle, and Brasov’s old town, with pickup, a guide, and time to wander.
“Anna was a fantastic guide, I could not rate this tour or Anna high enough. We had plenty of time at each stop, the information and stories along the way were second to none. The updates through watsapp for meeting points and time made everything so much easier. If you are thinking about booking......DO IT!!”
3 days of monasteries, Saxon fortified churches, Sibiu, Sighișoara, Bran and Sinaia from Bucharest, small group, B&B included.
“Mathew was an amazing guide really enjoyed the tour show us some beautiful sights and great spots he really knows his history and he is very funny. If you want to see the best spot in Romina go on this tour Thank Mathew”
Private 10-hour trip from Bucharest to Curtea de Argeș Monastery, Poenari Fortress hike, and Vidraru Dam, with an English guide.
“This tour wasn’t part of our original plan, but with almost everything closed in Bucharest for Easter, we decided to book it last minute – and it turned out to be a fantastic choice. The nature was absolutely stunning, and spotting the bears was an unforgettable experience! Even though the Poenari Fortress was closed, our guide adjusted the route, taking us into the mountains instead, where we enjoyed some beautiful views. It felt like a real adventure, and we came back with amazing photos and memories.”
Private 2-day Transylvania tour from Bucharest: Peles, Bran Dracula sites, Brasov, UNESCO Sighisoara and Biertan, onboard Wi-Fi.
“Excellent guide and trip. Cristian was flexible, knowledgeable, courteous, and experienced. What a treat to have him as a guide for a beautiful and educational trip through Romania. He took us to places we would have never seen otherwise. Highly recommend him as a guide.”
Private medieval Transylvania tour from Bucharest with hotel pickup, breakfast and 2 nights, including Bran, Peles, and UNESCO forts.
“Christian was very knowledgeable always kind and helpful. It was so nice to be in a private car vs a bus with lots of people. He always knew the best places to eat ! I would definitely recommend this adventure. I am a 75 year old lady traveling with my son”
