If you want to discover Transylvania, there is no better way than on a Dracula Tour. We organize Vampire and Halloween itineraries throughout the year, including impressive attractions and fun special events.
Dracula Tour – Best Transylvanian Attractions
Naturally, a Dracula tour must include attractions related to Vlad the Impaler, the real life ruler behind the legends. You will also discover impressive historical and cultural highlights, some of them unique in the world.
Bran Castle
Also known as Dracula’s Castle thanks to Bram Stoker’s novel. Visit the castle and, on Halloween, attend a fun party taking place here. Find out what is the true connection of Bran Castle with Vlad the Impaler and discover its fascinating history.
Sighisoara Citadel
Dracula enthusiasts can’t miss the Count’s birthplace! A UNESCO World Heritage site, Sighisoara is one of the best preserved medieval fortresses in Europe. Discover the house where Vlad the Impaler was born and visit attractions such as the Clock Tower Museum.
Poenari Fortress
Vlad the Impaler’s retreat in the mountains, a heavily-fortified fortress. Nowadays, only the ruins survive. If you are up for it, we recommend climbing the 1400 stairs to the top – the views alone are worth it.
Corvinesti Castle
An impressive Gothic-style construction built by Iancu de Hunedoara, a Transylvanian ruler famous for defeating the Ottomans at Belgrade. This victory represents a turning point in history as it stopped further Ottoman advances towards Western Europe. Corvinesti is filled with attractions and the local guides can reveal a lot of interesting legends surrounding it.
Turda Salt Mine
An impressive underground complex, Turda Salt Mine is one of the most popular attractions in Romania. Explore the old galleries and enjoy activities such as a Ferry wheel ride and rowing a boat across an underground lake.
Merry Cemetery in Sapanta
This is a unique place in the world. Located in the Northern part of our country, the Merry Cemetery includes real graves accompanied by funny epitaphs ‘describing’ the life of the deceased.
Halloween Parties in the land of Dracula
The Great Dracula Ball in Transylvania
Our own Halloween Party, organized in Sighisoara Citadel, the land of Dracula. Meet our team at the Palace of the Shire and get ready for an unforgettable evening. We provide Open Bar during the event (between 8:00 PM and 1:00 AM). Attend special events such as an impressive ballet performance, a breathtaking magic show and the Ritual of Killing of the Living Dead, performed according to old customs and traditions.
Halloween Party at Dracula’s Castle
The most popular party taking place around Halloween in Transylvania. We provide several options to attend this party: as part of our organized tours or on city breaks. Either way, our group meets at Hanul Bran hotel for a delicious traditional dinner and then we head for the castle entrance. Enjoy a unique night tour of Bran Castle only available on Halloween and then head to the tent mounted on the grounds for a fun party.
Halloween Dinner Party in Arefu
Only available during the 8-Days Halloween Tour. Our guide will provide more information during your itinerary.
Find the best Dracula tour in Transylvania – Discover our amazing itineraries!
Halloween in Transylvania with Vlad the Impaler – the flagship Dracula Tour
8 days, escorted Dracula tour, HB, from € 1289 – Bucharest departure – code: RO7.BHADT
A literary Dracula Tour included by Fodor’s Travel Guide in Top 10 Must-Do Adventure, the tour includes the Great Dracula Ball in Sighisoara Citadel, Dracula’s birthplace.
Attend happenings like The Ritual Killing of a Living Dead (as seen on Travel Channel),Vampiresa Hunting, and visit the most important historical places related with Vlad the Impaler, Bran Castle and Poenari Fortress.
Halloween Short Break – 3-Days Dracula Tour
A 3 days tour of Transylvania from Cluj-Napoca or Bucharest including a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sighisoara Medieval Citadel, Vlad the Impaler’s birthplace, Transylvania’s iconic image, Bran Castle and the Medieval city of Brasov.
The Great Dracula Ball includes fiery spirits, excellent Romanian wine and a special programme including the Ritual of Killing of the Living Dead, Vampiresa Hunting, Romanian Folk Show and many dark surprises.
Transylvania’s Undying legend, 5-Days Private Dracula tour
A private Transylvania tour from Bucharest. The tour includes historical and legendary places related with Dracula’s life and death.
Visit 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!
The Great Dracula Ball in Transylvania – 2-Days Dracula tour
Enjoy the Great Dracula Ball in Transylvania, in Dracula’s birth place – the Medieval Citadel of Sighisoara! A 2 day self guided 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 Great Dracula Ball in Transylvania, including open bar, an excellent show and providing you with a truly memorable experience.
7-Days Vampire Tour in Transylvania
Choose the complete 7-days vampire itinerary and discover the best places related to Vlad the Impaler. This tour runs weekly between May and October. Besides the unforgettable landscapes and the impressive highlights, you will also attend special events such as our Ritual of Killing of the Living Dead*, performed as seen on Travel Channel.
Tips for Planning Your Dracula Tour
The key to enjoy the best Dracula Tour is in thorough planning. Make a list of landmarks you wish to explore – castles, fortresses, modern attractions, city centers, and so on. Using this list, you can then explore the available itineraries and choose the one which fits your expectations best. If you like a certain itinerary but it doesn’t include a specific attraction, please let us know. We can also customize a tour for you and your group.
Plan your visit based on what excites and intrigues you most.
The best time to visit Transylvania depends on the attractions you intend to visit and the activities you intend to perform. In the summer / early autumn, you can go on Vampire Tours which include impressive landmarks and the Ritual of Killing of the Living Dead. You can take advantage of the long daylight to enjoy walks on your own in visited cities and you can even enjoy dinner at an outdoor terrace since the weather is pleasant.
On the other hand, if you are a Dracula enthusiast and want the complete experience related to the bloody Count, there’s no better time than Halloween to arrive in Transylvania. Our itineraries include up to three fun parties. Among these, the Great Dracula Ball in Transylvania, in Sighisoara Citadel is considered by past travelers as the best from the tour. You will also attend the popular Halloween Party at Bran Castle. The only downside is that you need to pack warm clothes as well since it starts getting cold at the end of October.
Travel Insurance and Safety Considerations
For your peace of mind, the best course of action when booking a Dracula Tour in Transylvania is investing in travel insurance. In order to cover anything that might occur during your journey, the insurance should cover potential travel disruptions, health emergencies or unexpected events. We are always doing our best to ensure every traveler has a great experience, but you never know when something out of everybody’s control happens. Of course, this is valid when traveling anywhere, not just in Romania.
Our tours are planned beginning to end and we are ready to assist you anytime should you have any questions. Still, in order to be fully prepared, we strongly suggest you to learn in advance crucial information such as where your embassy is located or how to contact local emergency services.
FAQ – Best Dracula Tour in Transylvania
Q: Who organizes the best Dracula Tour in Transylvania?
A: Transylvania Live tour operator, founded in 1995, specialized on Dracula Tours.
Q: Which is the best tour in Transylvania?
A: The best Transylvania tour is, without a doubt, the Awarded 8-Days Halloween itinerary, considered a ‘Top 10 Must-Do Adventure’ by Fodor’s Travel Guide and named ‘Tour of the year 2019’ by TourRadar.
Q: Which is the best Halloween Party in Transylvania?
A: According to our travelers, the best Halloween Party in Transylvania is the Great Dracula Ball in Sighisoara Citadel.
Q: Which is the best tour including a visit to Bran Castle?
A: You can visit Bran Castle, also known as Dracula’s Castle on our 7-Days Vampire Tour. You can also choose the Awarded 8-Days Halloween itinerary or the 3-Days Halloween tours which include a unique night tour of the castle complemented by the popular Halloween Party at Bran Castle.