Day Trips from Bucharest – Best Private Tours in Romania
Short on time but want to see Transylvania and the Carpathians? These are the best day trips from Bucharest with an English-speaking driver and Mercedes comfort. Every tour is private and fully flexible, with hotel or airport pickup.
Top 5 day trips from Bucharest
1) Bran Castle & Brașov (all year)
Our most popular route: Bran Castle Tour from Bucharest plus a walk in Brașov Old Town. Optional stop in Sinaia for Peleș Castle (interior visit). Ideal if you have one full day.
- Duration: 10–12h · Best start: 07:00–08:00
- Highlights: Dracula’s Castle, Council Square, Black Church, mountain views
2) Sinaia & Peleș Castle (all year)
The royal mountain retreat, perfect if you prefer a shorter day and elegant architecture. Combine with a scenic coffee stop and monastery visit.
- Duration: 8–9h · Gentle pace, fewer stairs than Bran
3) Transfăgărășan Scenic Drive (summer)
June–October only. Hairpins above the clouds, Vidraru Dam, Bâlea Lake and, optionally, Sibiu Old Town loop. For season info see the national overview on romaniatourism.com.
- Duration: 10–12h · Start early for light and fewer crowds
4) Winter Mountains: Sinaia / Poiana Brașov
If you visit December–March, choose our Winter Tours in Romania: snowy castles, ski-resort viewpoints and flexible timing based on forecast.
- Duration: 8–10h · Vehicles fully equipped for winter
5) Brașov Old Town & viewpoints
Focus on medieval streets, cafés and panoramic photo stops near Tampa hill. Can be paired with Rasnov Fortress (when open).
What’s included in every private day trip
- Mercedes E / V / S Class · clean, non-smoking vehicles
- English-speaking licensed driver · hotel/airport pickup
- Wi-Fi and bottled water on board
- Flexible itinerary (photo stops, lunch, extra time where you want)
- ❌ Entrance tickets & meals not included (we can help you buy them on site)
Prices & practical info
| Popular route | Private day trip (from) |
|---|---|
| Bran Castle & Brașov | €250 (Sedan) · €270 (Van) |
| Sinaia & Peleș Castle | €170 (Sedan) · €200 (Van) |
| Transfăgărășan (summer) | €350 (Sedan) · €400 (Van) |
Licensed guide on request: €100/day. Return-trip/multi-day discount: −10%.
How to choose your day trip
- First time in Romania? Pick Bran + Brașov.
- Prefer architecture & shorter day? Sinaia + Peleș.
- Summer scenery? Transfăgărășan.
- Visiting in winter? Winter Tours.
FAQ – Day Trips from Bucharest
Are the tours private?
Yes. All trips are private with an English-speaking driver and a dedicated vehicle.
Can we customize the itinerary?
Absolutely. Tell us your preferences (more time at the castle, lunch stop, extra photo points) and we’ll adjust timings on the day.
Do you operate year-round?
Yes. Some routes are seasonal (Transfăgărășan in summer), but we always offer safe winter alternatives.
Part of our Private Tours Romania collection. Operated by Drive Connect Solutions SRL – licensed transfers & tours from Bucharest & Otopeni.
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