Bucharest & Brașov Adventure: November 14‑16, 2025

Day 1: November 14 – Bucharest to Brașov

Morning: Wake up in Bucharest and enjoy a leisurely breakfast in the Old Town before catching a direct train to Brașov (≈2.5 h ride).

Afternoon: After checking into your hotel, head to Bran Castle (the famed “Dracula’s Castle”) and then visit the nearby Peleș Castle in Sinaia, admiring its Neo‑Renaissance architecture.

Evening: Return to Brașov’s charming historic centre, stroll along Strada Sforii, and dine on traditional Romanian dishes at a local restaurant.

Day 2: November 15 – Sighișoara Excursion

Morning: Take an early train to the UNESCO‑listed citadel of Sighișoara, where you’ll wander the cobbled streets and admire the colorful houses.

Afternoon: Explore the iconic Clock Tower, the birthplace of Vlad III (Dracula), and enjoy a light lunch in a courtyard café.

Evening: Return to Brașov for a relaxing evening, perhaps catching the sunset from Tâmpa Mountain before a second night in the city.

Day 3: November 16 – Return to Bucharest & Departure

Morning: Board a train back to Bucharest, dropping off luggage at the station and taking a quick stroll to see the imposing Palace of the Parliament if time allows.

Afternoon: Transfer to Henri Coandă Airport, aiming to arrive by 2 PM for your flight.

Evening: (Optional) If your flight is later, enjoy a farewell dinner at a rooftop venue overlooking the city.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Train Bucharest → Brașov (round‑trip) – 5 h total – €30
• Train Brașov ↔ Sighișoara (round‑trip) – 4 h total – €16
• Bran Castle entrance – 2 h – €12
• Peleș Castle entrance – 2 h – €10
• Sighișoara Clock Tower entrance – 1 h – €5
• Accommodation in Brașov (2 nights) – 2 days – €140
• Meals (3 days) – 3 days – €60
• Airport transfer & miscellaneous – – €10
• Total Estimated Cost: €283

Tips

If you’d like to extend the trip, consider adding a day in Sibiu to explore its Germanic architecture, or a hike in the Carpathian Mountains. To shorten the itinerary, you could skip the visit to Peleș Castle and head straight from Bucharest to Bran, saving travel time while still experiencing the main highlights.