Poenari fortress seen in Dracula tours from Bucharest

Transylvania Holidays Dracula tours are specialized vacations in Romania giving the tour goers the opportunity to visit the main landmarks related to Dracula and Vlad the Impaler, the hero surname Draculea that inspired Bram Stoker character from the novel Dracula.

Classification

individual tours-tourist can travel by their own or can by a FIT (for individual tour) product from a travel agency-these tours are not escorted

private tours-are generally requested by small groups of families that want to keep their party intimate without having other tourists in the group during the tour

package holidays -escorted tours with a guarantee departure at a given date, having included in the price transportation, guide, driver, accommodation.
Some also include meals be it just breakfast or half board or full board-even.
The last one is not very common for a tour but rather for a stay in a same place for several days.

Awarded Transylvania holidays Dracula tours – beside the above mentioned include also good quality entertainment like masquerade parties, Halloween parties with magic shows, contests, prizes) or Ritual Killing of a Living Dead

Examples of tours that include
Ritual Killing of a Living Dead (as was featured on Travel Channel)



Vampire in Transylvania – The awarded 7 days Dracula Tour

Escorted tour, with guaranteed departures from Bucharest, HB 
from € 1159, code: Ro4.4RoVa

Transylvania Holidays Dracula Tours
Transylvania Holidays Dracula Tours


from € 1159, code: Ro4.4RoVa

Dracula Tour departing from Bucharest, intended to Dracula enthusiasts, culture and history fans, adventure seekers. This itinerary includes the most important places related with Vlad the Impaler.

Visit Snagov Monastery where Vlad was buried after his assassination; Sighisoara – Dracula’s birth place. Also Dracula’s Castle in Borgo Pass, built according to Bram Stoker’s imagination and the legendary Bran Castle

These guarantee departure tours also include the Ritual Killing of a Living Dead performed according to old Transylvanian tradition (as was featured on Travel Channel)
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Halloween in Transylvania with Vlad the Impaler-the flagship Dracula Tour with 3 Halloween Parties included

7 days, HB, from € 1289 – Bucharest departure

Transylvania Holidays Dracula Tours-Halloween in Transylvania
Transylvania Holidays Dracula Tours

Dracula Tour awarded by Fodor’s Travel Guide as a Top 10 Must-Do Adventure, the tour includes the enjoyable Halloween Party in the medieval fortress of Sighisoara Citadel, Dracula’s birthplace.

You will be witness at The Ritual Killing of a Living Dead (as seen on Travel Channel) and a Vampire Hunting show. Also includes a second Halloween party, taking place at a venue we will reveal soon.

Next Halloween party is in Dracula’s Castle, Bran Castle from Transylvania. 
You will also visit Poenari Fortress.
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Transylvania Holidays Dracula Tours disambiguation

According to wikipedia a package tour, package vacation, or package holiday comprises transport and accommodation advertised and sold together by a vendor known as a tour operator. In the tourism industry they are popularly called tours

The tours can be escorted or non escorted.

Transylvania Holidays non escorted Tours

Tours that are organized by travel agents that book for the traveler accommodation, transportation and in rare cases also restaurants.
These are not a popular choice at all in Transylvania

Transylvania Holidays escorted Tours

At their turn they are private tours and group tours.
Private tours are organised for small groups or families without other tourists in the group.

Discover the Top 10 Romania tours from Bucharest or keep reading to find out which are the best selling Dracula tours.

The most popular choice for Dracula tours in Romania are the group tours with guarantee departure.


Examples:

Best selling Dracula tour in UK is the 3 day short break with 2 Halloween parties included:

Halloween in Transylvania with Vlad the Impaler 
3 days Short Break

Escorted trip, from €569- Cluj Napoca, Transylvania, departure code: TR4.3RoHa

Transylvania Holidays Dracula Tours
Transylvania Dracula Tour

Transylvania Holidays Dracula Tours – Short Break with Halloween Party in Sighisoara

Halloween Party, in Sighisoara Citadel – Dracula’s birthplace! 
A short break including a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sighisoara Medieval Citadel, Vlad the Impaler’s birthplace.
Pay a visit to Transylvania’s iconic image, Bran Castle and the Medieval city of Brasov.

The Halloween Party includes a delicious traditional Romanian festive dinner washed down with fiery spirits, excellent Romanian wine. There are special events like the Ritual of Killing of the Living Dead, Vampire Hunting and many dark surprises.

Direct flights from London to Cluj Napoca available.
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No 2 best selling Dracula tour in UK is the 2 day Halloween short break with Halloween party in Sighisoara citadel, Dracula’s birthplace

The best Halloween Party in Europe, Transylvania, Sighisoara Citadel

2 days tour.
Departure from Bucharest, Sibiu or Cluj Napoca Airport
(tour code Tr4.4RoHa)

Transylvania Holiday package
Transylvania Holidays Dracula Tour

No 3 best selling Transylvania Holidays Dracula Tours in UK is the

2 Days Transylvania Tour with Halloween Party at Bran Castle

2 days Short break, HB, € 349 – Bucharest departure
(tour code TRB.2RoHa)

Halloween in Romania Halloween tours from Bucharest

Enjoy a relaxing break  in Transylvania during Halloween ! 
A 2 days short break including a Halloween Party at Bran Castle from Transylvania also known as Dracula’s Castle.
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No 4 best selling Dracula tour in UK is the

Halloween in Transylvania Sighisoara citadel with Vlad the Impaler –Short Break

3 days, escorted trip, from €599 – Bucharest departure Bu 4.3RoHa

Transylvania Holidays Dracula Tours
best Halloween in Transylvania Romania-3 days departing from Bucharest

Best selling private tour in UK is

Transylvania’s Undying legend 
5 days Private Halloween Tour

Halloween party in Romania private Dracula tour
Halloween party

5-Days Tailor Made Transylvania Holidays Dracula Tours

from € 1299 – Bucharest departure code: Ro4.3RoVa

private Halloween Tour in Transylvania departing from Bucharest
The tour includes historical and legendary places related with Dracula’s life and death and a Halloween party-or you can opt for 2 Halloween parties.

Vlad Dracula’s birth place in the medieval citadel of Sighisoara, the ruins of the Poienari Fortress – Dracula’s refugee place, Arefu village and Dracula’s tomb in Snagov Monastery

Enjoy a mysterious trip in Dracula’s Realm!
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If you are from Ireland please visit our specialized site dracula-tours.irish

Awarded Dracula tours

Transylvania Holidays Dracula Tours

Halloween in Transylvania with Vlad the Impaler
3 days Short Break with 2 Halloween Parties

Dracula tours Romania
Dracula tours Romania

Awarded 7-Days Transylvania Holidays Dracula Tours

Escorted tour, from €599- Cluj Napoca, Transylvania, departure code: TR4.3RoHa

Halloween Party, in Sighisoara Citadel – Dracula’s birth place , plus Bran castle Halloween party!
The best Halloween Party from Sighisoara includes a delicious traditional Romanian festive dinner washed down with fiery spirits, excellent Romanian wine. Open bar is availble untill 01.00 am.
You can be part of the special programme including the Ritual of Killing of the Living Dead, Vampire Hunting, magicians shows, contests and many dark surprises.
Direct flights from London-Luton to Cluj Napoca available.

Halloween party from Dracula Castle from Bran inlcudes a night visit to the castle decorated for Halloween with VIP entrance (skip the 3 hours line) and a 3 course dinner at the hotel situated in walking distance from the party
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Halloween Party in Transylvania with Vlad the Impaler-Sighisoara citadel, Dracula’s birthplace!

2 days tour.
Departure fromBucharest, Sibiu or Cluj Napoca Airport(tour code: Tr4.4RoHa)

the best Halloween party in Transylvania

Enjoy the best Halloween Party ever in the Medieval Citadel of Sighisoara, Dracula’s birth place!
A 2 day Transylvanian short break departing from the Romanian airport of your choice, be it Bucharest, Sibiu or Cluj Napoca.
You can decide for yourself the level of classification for accommodation in the citadel, from hostel style dormitories to an exquisite 5* intimate medieval hotel.
The main highlight is the Halloween Party including a delicious traditional dinner, open bar, an excellent magicians show, vampire hunting show and The Ritual Killing of a Living Dead, providing you with a truly memorable experience. more »

Unforgettable Dracula tour with dinner at Bran Castle and a joyfully masquerade party in Transylvania

Halloween in Transylvania tour with 3 Halloween parties

Escorted tour, with guaranteed departures from Bucharest, HB from € 1204

Dracula Tour departing from Bucharest, intended to Dracula enthusiasts, culture and history fans, adventure seekers.
The tour includes the most important historical places related with Vlad the Impaler such as: Snagov Monastery where, Vlad was buried after his assassination; Sighisoara – Dracula’s birth place, Dracula’s Castle in Borgo Pass, built according to Bram Stocker’s imagination and the legendary Bran Castle.
These guarantee departure tours also include a Royal Dinner at Bran Castle, in Queen Marie’s Tea House. You will also attend an unforgettable Masquerade Party, including the Ritual Killing of a Living Dead performed according to old Transylvanian tradition (as was featured on Travel Channel)
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Halloween in Transylvania the Awarded Dracula Tour from Bucharest with 3 Halloween parties included

Halloween torus in Transylvania

7 days tour, HB, from € 1299 – Bucharest departure – code: RO7.BHADT

This awarded Dracula Tour from Bucharest, is included by Fodor’s Travel Guide in Top 10 Must-Do Adventures and awarded “Tour of the Year” by TourRadar.

Includes the best Halloween Party in Sighisoara Citadel, Dracula’s birthplace. Also happenings like The Ritual Killing of a Living Dead (featured on Travel Channel). Assist at a Vampire Hunting.

Party and sleep in Dracula’s Castle hotel in Borgo Pass. Visit the most important historical places related with Vlad the Impaler: Bran Castle and Poenari Fortress.
Party at Bran castle Halloween party 2021.
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Vampire in Transylvania-Dracula tours summer editions
7 days awarded Dracula Tour from Bucharest

Vampire in Transylvania Dracula tours summer editions

summer tours with guaranteed departures from Bucharest, HB from € 1159
code: Ro4.4RoVa

Dracula Tour from Bucharest, Romania intended to Dracula and history fans.
Attend the Ritual Killing of a Livig Dead (as seen on Travel Channel).
These tours includes the most important historical places related with Vlad Tepes such as: Snagov Monastery where, Sighisoara citadel- Dracula’s birthplace.
Another highlight is Dracula’s Castle in Borgo Pass, built according to Bram Stocker’s imagination and the legendary Bran Castle. more»

2 Days Transylvania Travel with Bran castle Halloween party

Bran Castle Halloween party

Transylvania Holidays Dracula Tours

2 days Short break, from € 369 – Bucharest departure(tour code TRB.2RoHa)

Enjoy the biggest Halloween from Transylvania!
A 2 days short break with transfers from Buchaest.

Win a prize for your desguise at the dinner with traditional meals and costume contests. VIP entrance to the castle (skip the 3 hours line) and night visit to the castle decorated for Halloween.

Participate to the Halloween Party at Transylvania’s iconic image – Bran Castle, also known as Dracula’s Castle. more»

Halloween in Transylvania with Vlad the Impaler – Short Break with 2 Halloween Parties

Bran Castle Halloween party

3 days, escorted trip, from €599 – Bucharest departure
Bu 4.3RoHa

It’s time for the ultimate Halloween Parties in Transylvania: Sighisoara Halloween party and Bran castle Halloween party?
Which will be the best? Come to Sighisoara Citadel – Dracula’s birth place!

This short break includes a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sighisoara Medieval Citadel. The Halloween Party from Sighisoara includes a delicious traditional Romanian festive diner washed down with fiery spirits, excellent Romanian wine and accompanied by a special programme including the Ritual of Killing of the Living Dead, Vampiresa Hunting, magicians show and many dark surprises.
Also enjoy a night visit to Bran Castle aka Dracula’s Castle (decorated for Halloween) with its Halloween party, the biggest in Romania. more »

Transylvania’s Undying legend
Transylvania Holidays Dracula Tours

private tours of Transylvania

5 days Private Dracula Tour from Bucharest

fom € 1299 – Bucharest departure code: Ro4.3RoVa

private Dracula Tour in Transylvania departing from Bucharest. The tour includes historical and legendary places related with Dracula’s life and death. First of all Vlad Dracula’s birth place in the medieval citadel of Sighisoara. Also the ruins of the Poienari Fortress, the real Dracula Castle, Dracula’s refugee place from Arefu village. Finally Dracula’s tomb in Snagov Monastery. Thus enjoy a mysterious trip in Dracula’s Realm! more »

Vampire in Transylvania – 3 days Short Break

short break in Transylvania

Escorted tour Romania, guaranteed departures,
HB from € 569- Cluj-Napoca departure
 TR 4.3RoSh

Discover the best parts of Transylvania’s legendary landmarks in shorter time, this short break in Transylvania includes UNESCO World Heritage Sites – Sighisoara, unique events which caught the attention of media world wide such as the live reenactment of the Ritual of Killing of the Living Dead, and Transylvania’s most beautiful castle – Corvinesti Castle.
The entertaining programme is complemented by the relaxing 4* accommodation, a medieval fantasy with beds and the mouth-watering vampire dinner! We bet our 9 lives you’ll love it. more»

One Day Halloween in Transylvania travel with Halloween Party at Bran Castle

short break Bran Castle Halloween party

1 Day accommodation and Halloween Party at Bran Castle,
starting from  € 249 – TRB.1RoHa

Enjoy a night tour of Dracula’s Bran Castle! Meet the Wicked Fairies and get lost in their euphoric dance along with a glass of local red wine. Feel amazing being part of a dynamic Halloween Party in the grounds of Bran Castle until 4:00 am.

Accommodate in a 3* hotel near in walking distance from Bran Castle.  Before visiting the castle enjoy a traditional 3 course dinner. Win a prize to the costume contest at this diner.
Immerse yourselves in the myth Bram Stoker created around Dracula. more »

Vampire in Transylvania – 4 Day Private Dracula Tour from Bucharest

dracula tours short break in Transylvania

escorted tour, departure from Bucharest
code Ro4.5RoHa
A private Dracula tour from Bucharest concentrating the most important places related to Vlad Dracul and his legend.
Snagov Monastery, Bran Castle, the Medieval Saxon Citadel of Sighisoara. Finally visit the outstanding city of Brasov.
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Advice for British citizens traveling to Romania

According to British government most visits to Romania are trouble-free.

There were no cases of terrorism attacks in Romania but as the country is part of European Union terrorist attacks in Romania can’t be ruled out.

If you need to contact the emergency services in Romania call 112.

If you’re abroad and you need emergency help from the UK government, contact
the British embassy from Bucharest
24 Jules Michelet,  010463 Bucharest, Romania
General enquiries+40 (21) 201 7200
Consular enquiries+40 (21) 201 7351
British Embasy Bucharest website

Urgent assistance
If you’re in Romania and you need urgent help (for example, you’ve been attacked, arrested or someone has died), call +40 (21) 201 7200.
If you’re in the UK and worried about a British national in Romania, call 020 7008 1500.

Get an emergency travel document
You can apply for an emergency travel document if you’re abroad and your passport has been lost or stolen, damaged or expired, and you can’t get a new or replacement passport in time to travel.
You can apply online for an emergency travel document.
If the person needing the emergency travel document is under 16, a parent or guardian should apply on their behalf.

Safety and security for Transylvania travel
Crime
Maintain at least the same level of personal security awareness as in the UK. There is a risk of petty theft in large towns, especially Bucharest. Pickpockets and bag snatchers operate in crowded areas, particularly near exchange shops and hotels, on public transport (especially to the airport), in the main railway stations and inside airport terminals.
Organised attacks by groups can occur. The most common method by distracting victims while several people, often children, attempt to snatch watches and jewellery from pockets or from around the neck and wrist.
Valuables including passports have been stolen from hotel rooms. Use the hotel safe and carry a photocopy of the information pages of your passport as ID.
There have been reports of credit or debit cards being ‘copied’ when used for payment in some bars and restaurants.

Road travel
Licences and documents
If driving in Romania, make sure you have with you all documentation, including your full, valid driving licence, proof of insurance/green card (third party or above), proof of ID (passport) and proof of ownership (V5C Certificate).
If the UK leaves the EU with a deal, driving licence rules will stay the same until 31 December 2020.
If there’s no deal, you will need to get an International Driving Permit (IDP) to be able to drive in some European countries as a visitor after the UK has left. Check this guidance page for full information. You should also check guidance on driving in the EU after Brexit for information on other additional documents you may need to carry.
If you’re living in Romania, check the Living in Guide for information on requirements for residents.

Driving regulations Transylvania travel
You’ll need to pay a road toll ‘Rovinieta’ to use the national roads. You can buy the vignette (sticker) at border points and at most petrol stations. The minimum cost is 3 euros for 7 days. Failure to display the sticker may lead to a heavy fine. You can find out more about prices by using the website Roviniete.ro.
Observe the speed limit at all times. Make sure your vehicle is roadworthy.
It’s illegal to drive under the influence of alcohol. The drink drive limit is zero.
Carry the following equipment: first aid kit, fire extinguisher, red warning triangles and a fluorescent jacket.
If your vehicle is damaged before you arrive in Romania, ask a Romanian customs officer or police officer to write a report on the damage so that you have no problems when leaving. If any damage occurs inside the country, a report must be obtained at the scene of the accident.

Road safety
In 2018 there were 1,867 road deaths in Romania (source: Department for Transport). This equates to 9.6 road deaths per 100,000 of population, (witch is similar with USA) and compares to the UK average of 2.8 road deaths per 100,000 of population in 2018.
Road conditions are variable and secondary roads can be in a bad state of repair. Driving standards can be poor. Look out for double parked cars, people suddenly braking to avoid a pothole, horse-drawn carts, livestock and stray dogs, particularly in rural areas, running in front of the vehicle. Equip your car for extreme conditions in winter.

Local laws and customsTransylvania travel
It is illegal to change money on the streets. You should change money only in recognised exchange shops, banks and hotels.

The Romanian authorities treat all drug-related and sex offences very seriously. The age of consent is 18. If you are convicted, you can expect a prison sentence.

Homosexuality has been legal in Romania since 1996. The country has made significant progress in LGBT rights legislation since 2000 including wide–ranging anti-discriminatory laws, equalising the age of consent and laws against homophobic hate crimes.

Bucharest’s annual Pride, usually accompanied by a LGBT film and art festival, has grown in recent years and is gaining the support of more public figures. Since 2017, a Pride event has also been held in the city of Cluj. The country remains generally socially conservative resulting in the majority of LGBT people not being openly gay and there being very few gay bars or clubs in Bucharest or the other main cities. You can find local information on LGBT issues in Romania on the website of ACCEPT. See our information and advice page for the LGBT community before you travel.

Most airports and military bases will have signs prohibiting photography. Ask permission before photographing anything potentially sensitive (eg official buildings, police cars).

Passport validity
Your passport should be valid for the proposed duration of your Transylvania travel; you do not need any additional period of validity on your passport beyond this.

Visas
If you hold a British Citizen passport, you don’t need a visa to enter Romania.

Parental consent when travelling with minors
Some British nationals travelling with minors who hold Romanian citizenship (irrespective of whether they hold citizenship of other countries) are prevented from leaving the country without notarised parental consent from the minor’s non-travelling parent/s. While enforcement of this may vary at borders, British nationals travelling with minors who hold Romanian citizenship should obtain notarised parental consent before departure from Romania.
A list of the public notaries can be found on the website of the National Union of Public Notaries from Romania.

Healthcare
You should still get a free European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) before leaving the UK.
The EHIC entitles you to state provided medical treatment that may become necessary during your trip. Any treatment provided is on the same terms as Romanian nationals. If you don’t have your EHIC with you or you’ve lost it, you can call the Department of Health Overseas Healthcare Team (+44 191 218 1999) to get a Provisional Replacement Certificate.
The UK government has or is seeking agreements with countries on healthcare arrangements for UK nationals after the UK leaves the EU. The NHS website and this travel advice will be updated with further information on travelling to Romania as the circumstances change.
If you need emergency medical assistance during your trip, dial 112 and ask for an ambulance. If you are referred to a medical facility for treatment you should contact your insurance/medical assistance company immediately.

Money
Romania is increasingly a card economy. While a growing number of businesses do accept credit cards, it may be safer to use cash due to the risk of credit card fraud. There is now a large network of ATMs that accept standard international credit and debit cards. Check with your card provider whether you will be able to use these machines.
US dollars and sterling are not always easy to exchange for local currency, especially outside Bucharest. You may have difficulties using travellers’ cheques. Scottish and Northern Irish bank notes may not be accepted in banks and bureaux de change.

Before you travel abroad in Transylvania travel
• tell family and friends where you’re going and leave them your contact details, insurance policy details and itinerary. Store them securely online
• ensure you have access to funds to cover emergencies and unexpected delays. Take more than one means of payment with you (cash, debit card, credit card)
• find out if travellers cheques are appropriate for your destination and keep a separate record of their numbers
• invest in a good travel guide to help you plan your trip and consider using online travel forums for more detail about your destination
• check with your service provider to make sure your phone works abroad. Consider leaving your phone’s IMEI number with a friend or family member, to help block or locate the phone if there’s a problem
• if you’re going to be driving abroad, make sure your licence is current and valid and be aware of the driving laws in the country you are visiting
• if you’re travelling with children who are unaccompanied by one or both parents, check our guidance on permissions that you might need to get and check the policy of your airline or transport provider

When you’re abroad in Transylvania travel
• think about what you are doing at all times and trust your instincts. Don’t take risks that you wouldn’t in the UK
• don’t openly display valuables such as mobile phones or digital cameras and consider using a padlock on suitcases or backpacks
• find out how to minimise your risk from terrorism and what to do if there’s a terrorist attack
• find out about local customs and dress, behave accordingly and obey local laws. There may be serious penalties for breaking a law that might seem trivial at home
• be careful when taking photographs, videos or using binoculars. These activities may be misunderstood by local authorities, especially near military installations.
• store useful numbers on your phone such as the local police and the nearest British embassy or consulate
• whether you’re living abroad or visiting, be aware of the risks of carbon monoxide poisoning, just as you would in the UK; the ‘Be Alarmed’ campaign gives practical advice on how to stay safe and lists the symptoms to look out for
• if you intend to take part in any adventure sports or water sports during your trip, only use properly licensed and insured operators. Before taking part, make sure you fully understand the operating instructions and satisfy yourself that adequate safety precautions are in place
• check import regulations for food and plants before you attempt to bring them back to the UK

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