From Brașov: Bran Castle, Bear Sanctuary, & Poiana Brașov

Discover the beauty of Poiana Brașov, visit the Libearty Bear Sanctuary, and explore Bran Castle on a guided tour from Brașov. Admire the stunning views of the surrounding mountains.
Begin your journey with a visit to Poiana Brașov, Romania's most popular mountain resort. Nestled at the foot of the Postăvaru Massif in the Southern Carpathians, this resort is renowned for its world-class ski slopes and modern cable car infrastructure.

Next, head to the Belvedere Parking, a well-known scenic viewpoint situated on the winding road (DN1E) that connects the city of Brașov to Poiana Brașov. It is a favorite stop for travelers because it offers a spectacular panoramic view of the city’s historical center and the surrounding mountains.

Continue to the Libearty Bear Sanctuary in Zărnești, the largest brown bear sanctuary in the world. Spanning 69 hectares of oak forest, it houses over 100 bears rescued from captivity, providing them with a natural environment complete with pools and medical care.

Finally, visit Bran Castle, located in Transylvania near Brasov. This 14th-century fortress is renowned worldwide as "Dracula's Castle." Built in 1377 to defend against the Ottoman Empire, it features dramatic, narrow passageways, a central courtyard, and, later, served as a beloved residence for Queen Marie of Romania. It is a top tourist attraction mixing history with the Dracula legend.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.