Bear Sanctuary, Bran Castle & Rasnov Fortress - tour from Brasov
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7 Ratings
Zarnesti
Explore the Bear Sanctuary, Bran Castle, and Rasnov Fortress on a private tour from Brasov. Dive into Transylvania's history and legends with an expert guide.
Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Libearty Bear Sanctuary Zarnesti - After picking you up from your hotel in Brasov, we’ll drive for about 40 minutes to the outskirts of Zarnest town, where is located the Bear Sanctuary.

Also known as the “Libearty Bear Sanctuary,” is Europe’s largest sanctuary for rescued bears. Situated in Transylvania’s Carpathian Mountains, it provides a natural haven for over 100 bears saved from captivity. Visitors can observe the bears in spacious, natural enclosures and learn about bear conservation through guided tours and educational programs. It’s a symbol of hope and compassion for wildlife welfare in Romania.

From here we’ll drive 20 minutes to Bran Castle.

  • Bran Castle (Dracula’s Castle) - Arriving to Bran Castle and discover an unforgettable journey through its history. This immersive tour will transport you to the world of Vlad the Impaler, the enigmatic medieval ruler.

As we explore together the castle, you will uncover fascinating facts and legends surrounding its rich history. Discover the eerie chambers, unravel the secrets hidden within its labyrinthine passages, and immerse yourself in the captivating tales of Vlad the Impaler, also you will discover the modern history of the castle as well.

From here we will drive 20 minutes to Rasnov Fortress.

  • Rasnov Citadel: Garden and Panoramic View - I’ll drive you straight to the gate of Rasnov Fortress, so you will not have to walk or take the tractor uphill like everyone else, this service is available just with me. While the fortress itself is CLOSED FOR RESTORATION, we will explore the fortress garden.

Delve into the rich heritage of the region as we uncover fascinating facts about the Transylvanian Saxons and their contributions to the local culture. Learn fascinating facts about the fortress’s strategic importance from tales of medieval sieges to the resilient spirit of the people.

After our exploration, I would be delighted to recommend my father’s restaurant, “La Promenada” which is situated in a remote location near the forest. It is a traditional restaurant and is considered the best in Rasnov. Here, you can savor the flavors of Romania while reflecting on the intriguing stories we’ve uncovered.

From Rasnov we’ll drive for 20 minutes back to your hotel in Brasov where our tour will be concluded.

What's Included
  • Transport in a Mercedes V-class van
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Brasov
  • Professional guiding services and permanent assistance
What's Not Included
  • Entrance fees Bran Castle (15$)
  • Entrance fee for Bear Sanctuary (18$)
  • Lunch
Additional Information

Discover the Bear Sanctuary, Bran Castle, and Rasnov Fortress on a day tour like never before with this top-notch private tour that offers a unique viewpoint. Be prepared to gain in-depth knowledge and exceptional insights about the history of Transylvania and storytelling about Vlad the Impaler. As a certified tour guide with a deep-rooted passion for Romanian history, I provide an unforgettable Private Day Tour, starting from Brasov to the renowned tourist attractions of Romania. This journey perfectly blends nature, history, culture, scenic beauty, local gastronomy, and expert storytelling. Book now and let the adventure begin.

Location
Libearty Bear Sanctuary Zarnesti
F, DN 73A km 6 - near the entrance in Zarnesti from Rasnov
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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867liane
Feb 13, 2021
Weekend Tour at Bran /Rasnov - Thanks for a history- filled and fun weekend tour! Adrian is definitely a very knowledgeable tour guide. He knows the place by heart and he won't disappoint!
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Rosane
Apr 16, 2019
Perfect tour - In the last month of March, my son and I did a perfect tour leaving Brasov with Wise Transylvania. Perfect because the proposed itinerary includes such gems as Prejmer Fortified Church for its beauty and preservation; the Haramn Fortified Church; Rasnov Fortress and finally Bran Castle. We were guided by Adrian. He has the guide’s essential qualities. He knows very well what he is showing, knows how to divide the time so that all the places are seen as the customer wishes and he is very kind and attentive, has a very good vehicle for the transport. We did other tours at Romência and this was the best guide. And he also made the transfer between Brasov and Sibiu. If we had known your company in advance we would have thought of another route through Romania and it would have been even better. We intend to return to Romania and we will hire you again. Thank you, Adrian.
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Patti10-2017
Nov 21, 2017
Best Guide in Transylvania! - My friends and I had the best 2 days in Transylvania with Adrian as our guide. We did the Rasnov Fortress, Bran Castle and Peles Castle on one day and visited Sighisoara, Rasnov and Vicri on our second day with Adrian. Both days were just wonderful - Adrian is so knowledgeable about these historical places. He made history come alive! I felt like I knew Queen Marie personally after our visit to the Bran Castle. And he has a great personality and could not have given us better service! I highly recommend reaching out to Adrian at Wise Transylvania Tours - it will make your trip one of the best trips ever!
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David
Jul 10, 2017
Exceptional Guide and Incredible Tour... thanks, Adrian! - Adrian was recommended as a "true professional" by my hotel in Brasov. They were spot on. Frankly, he gives an amazingly informative, accessible and friendly tour. We did the Bran / Rasnov / Prejmer / Harman tour. (Originally, I had just requested Bran / Rasnov, but changed my mind in the morning and he was flexible.) I left with an appreciation not only of the history of the region and sites, but also with a very positive view of Romanians and Romanian culture overall. Adrian speaks perfect English and is very passionate about explaining the history and context of each historical site. He also has a library of images stored on his phone that are really helpful when answering some obscure historical questions I was asking. He's really well-prepared and informed. He is also personally on friendly terms with everyone at the sites. Let's just say that this has its privileges. For lunch, we stopped at La Promenada, right outside of Rasnov, which his dad manages. It's a completely local, authentic, inexpensive yet beautiful place. I was the only non-Romanian there, and a local couple was celebrating their 50th anniversary that day. You *have* to order the papanasi for dessert. It's unbelievable and hands-down the best dessert I've ever had. Completely homemade. I ordered it at every restaurant I went to after that, including one of the highest-end restaurants in Bucharest, but none compared. Lastly, I *highly* recommend that you see the fortified churches at Prejmer and Harman in addition to the more well-known Bran Castle and Rasnov Fortress. It takes a couple more hours but they are true marvels. (They're nearby, so the time is not travel time, just time spent touring.) They also help showcase the important Saxon history in the region, which Adrian really got into and tied everything together. Overall, an incredible experience that changed my perception of Romania. Thank you!!
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Tuan16
Oct 20, 2016
Our best event in Transylvania, Romania - We had 8 days holiday in Romania, and the best we experienced was two days on tour with Adrian. Beforehand we had intended to visit Brasov, Sighisoara and Sibiu. We were fortunate to get in touch with Adrian via the hotel reception. First day we would visit Rasnov Fortress and Bran Castle. Adrian was an incredibly good tour guide. He had great knowledge of history, which we appreciated. We were so satisfied after the first day that we asked for a visit to Sighisoara the next day. On the way to sighisoara he drove to Viscri where we visited the White Church and the museum. Then we went to Sighisoara, where we went to a restaurant for lunch. He ordered a real Romanian meal to our great pleasure. Here we visited churches and fascinating museums where he explained the history of the town and area. Adrian made our vacation a totally awesome experience. We enjoyed this two days with Adrian and will thoroughly recommend him.
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Djrw
Sep 15, 2016
All you ever wanted to know about sightseeing in Transylvania - Me and my friend booked an excursion to Bran Castle and Rasnov Fortress (via our hotel). Got connected by phone to Adrian of Wise Transylvania Tours and Sightseeing, who asked about our tour wishes, available time and preferred sequence of the visits. We both thought it's better to do Bran first, to avoid crowd flows, which turned out to be a smart plan. We were picked up from our hotel on time and during to the ride to Bran, we already got to hear a lot about where we were going. Adrian also checked our interests on history and desired information details, as this may be different for every tourist. In another tour (from Bucharest to Peles and Poenari Castle) with a different operator, we had a professional driver but with hardly touristic info. How more eleborate this Bran/Rasnov tour was ! I'm a fan of the Dracula / Vlad Tepes/Impaler stories and Adrian treated me on a fully detailed history line of the iconic Romanian leader & warrior, but not without placing it in perspective and in relation to what else happened before, during and after Vlad's timeline in both Romania, Hungary and Ottomania (now Turkey). We queue jumped the (still small) waiting line for Bran Castle entrance, as guides have "priviliges" ;-) and he showed us details about the old-, and new parts of the castle and who lived there, when and how. After the visit and a well deserved coffee break in the beautiful Bran town (consider to book your accommodation there), we went to the Rasnov Fortress. We were brought back to the Dacian/Roman times of just 2 centuries A.D. via the 13th, 16th and later centuries. The original design, reconstructions and - in recent times - destructive changes by private foreign filmmakers, were illustrated by the passionate and driven Adrian. We spent about 6 hours in total on these 2 landmarks. Yes, you can do it in 3 hours too if you're time restricted, but for the same budget you can step into a timecapsule and understand better what happened in the beautiful Transylvania and surrounding states. I have not encountered such a devoted guide before. Adrian also teaches new guides about regional, local and national sightseeing, and is fully trained, qualified in his services. But most of all, he enjoys what he's doing and that shows and makes your trip memorable. Wise Transylvania Tours and Sightseeing is your best choice to get impressions out there !
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