Day trip from Brasov: Transylvanian Villages & Bran Castle

This day trip from Brasov begins at the legendary Bran Castle, a fortress with over six centuries of history and worldwide fame as “Dracula’s Castle.” Over time, the legends surrounding Bran have become even stronger than the facts, drawing hundreds of thousands of visitors each year in search of Dracula’s story.

From there, your Transylvania day trip takes you to a charming mountain village perched over 1,000 meters high — a true piece of heaven surrounded by the Carpathian giants Bucegi, Leaota, Piatra Craiului, and Postăvarul.

Next, you’ll explore the Bats’ Cave on the Bran Plateau at about 950 meters altitude. Carved by the Valea cu Cale Creek, this cavern is home to impressive bat colonies, including unique species rarely seen elsewhere.

Your journey continues to Fundatica, the highest-altitude settlement in Romania. Here, fresh mountain air and traditional living have helped locals reach an average lifespan of over 80 years.

After a delicious traditional lunch, this day trip from Brasov takes you on a trek to a rustic sheepfold, where you’ll watch sheep being milked and local cheese prepared using age-old methods handed down through generations.

Finally, your Transylvania day trip ends back in Brașov at sunset, with a stroll through the city’s Old Town — a place where medieval fortifications and narrow streets have preserved their authentic charm.