Location: Arefu
Top Things to do in Arefu
10 Tours in Arefu That You Shouldn't Miss
Arefu is a commune in Argeș County, in southern central Romania. It is composed of three villages: Arefu, Căpățânenii Pământeni (the commune center) and Căpățânenii Ungureni.
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1. Transylvania Day Trip from Bucharest: In Search of Count Dracula
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
This tour takes you in search of Bram Stoker's famous character: Count Dracula. Visit the historical sites connected with the legendary real-life terror; Vlad the Impaler who inspired the story and the legends behind Bram Stoker's novel.
Inclusions: Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities
Reviewed By queenrmp
My boyfriend and I went on a search for the real Dracula with Ion. At first we didn’t know it was a personal tour and we didn’t know if we had to pack stuff to leave in a bus, car etc with other people. I was so excited to know it was a personal tour. No worries about leaving things behind in a vehicle while exploring. Ion was very informative and he was very knowledgeable about Romanian history. There were a few stops and we ate a lunch next to the Poenari castle. I was a bit worried about the 1400 steps at the castle since I have problems with asthma and the cold(it was December). But there was no rush on how fast we trekked up the stairs. He didn’t even seem to mind that I had Dante my plushie with me!
2. Private Day Trip True Castles of Vlad Dracula and Transfagarasan Road
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Take a day tour from Bucharest to Poenari, the true castle of the famous Vlad the Impaler and one of the most popular sights in Romania. Built on the top of a cliff, the castle had a great strategic position and nowadays offers a great view over the Arges Valley. You will visit also the Targoviste, the real residence of Vlad the Implaer, known as Dracula and also Vidraru Dam and the best road in Romania: Transfagarasan.
Inclusions: Professional guide, Hotel/meeting point pick-up and drop-off, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private Tour
Exclusions: Entrance fees, Tips for the tour guide / driver
Reviewed By Rene S
Due to the current covid situation, I had a private tour that day, which was awesome. Mathias was a great guide, has a lot of general Romanian knowledge along with historical. This made for great conversation on the way to and from the castles. I highly recommend the tour and would gladly do it again with friends and family in the future.
3. Small-Group Dracula Tour from Bucharest
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 11 reviews
The legend of Count Dracula is one of the best known stories around the world. Everybody believes that Vlad the Impaler was Dracula and Bran castle was his castle, but none of these assumptions are correct. This tour will take you to visit the ruins of Poenari Citadel - the real fortress of Vlad the Impaler. This is a small-group full day trip from Bucharest to Targoviste, Poienari Citadel and Curtea de Arges.
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Exclusions: Lunch, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Gratuities, Entrance fees
Reviewed By PetterK164
We had originally ordered the 5-day trip "Maramures, Bucovina & Danube Delta". Due to changes in flight times, we had to rebook the trip to a personal 4-day trip. We were in Sinaia, Bran, Brașov, Tulcea and Constanța. Despite the problem with the airline, it was no problem for Travelmaker to make changes and adapt the trip to the new conditions. Which we are very happy about. Travelmaker was very accommodating. We had a guide named Daniel during the trip, and Daniel was both nice and very knowledgeable. Which will make the whole trip to a magnificent trip. If you like nature, this was the perfect trip, even if we probably missed out on other experiences that the original 5-day trip would provide. I can highly recommend this trip and Travelmaker.
4. 7 Day Best of Transylvania Motorcycle Tour from Cluj
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
A motorcycle adventure covering the best motorcycle roads in Transylvania. You will ride the Transfagarasan Road - referred to as the best in the World and Transalpina Road - the highest mountain road in Romania. Great scenery, winding roads, medieval castles and citadels, traditional food and refreshing local drinks.
Inclusions: Accommodation: 6 nights - 1 night in a 4* hotel, 3 nights in 3* hotels and 2 nights in guest houses., Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Motorcyclist English speaking guide, general map, daily route briefing., bring your own motorbike or rent a BMW motorcycle
Exclusions: Gas, road taxes, parking, entry fees to the mentioned tourist attractions, lunches and dinners, beverages, individual activities, plane ticket, airport fees, photo, video tax and other not mentioned
Reviewed By Are E
I had an amazing 7-day experience (September 2019) with the company of Adventure Motorcycle Tours, in Toreda, Transylvania. Everything is arranged and organized by Claudia up to the last detail, And our guide and escort "Mikel", an amazing man, Strong as Grizzly Bear, very gentle and always smiling, Take care of everyone and reach out for help all the time, Thank you very much dear friend for all the help and support, Highly recommend this company
5. Secret Story of Dracula 1 Day Private Tour
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Everybody knows Dracula! But do you want to know who was Dracula for real, what was the life of Vlad the Impaler and how he became the most famous vampire in the world? This tour will make the fascinating legend of Dracula come alive for you. In this one day tour you will admire Poenari fortress, the ruins of the real Vlad the Impaler’s castle, placed in an enchanted landscape, (sometimes the fortress is closed due to bears; if it is not, you can explore it and admire the beautiful view from above) Curtea de Arges Monastery and Vlad the Impaler’s Royal Court, in Targoviste. Our last stop will be in front of a Poienari fortress replica in Bucharest.
Inclusions: Professional guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle, Free Wi-Fi
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By TahoeEllen
I connected with Secret Romania thru trip.me. Florin and I worked together to put together a 9 day trip with a driver/tour guide. Florin was so easy to work with. He accommodated everything I asked for. He responded so quickly when I sent emails even though we are 10 hours apart. He picked us up from the airport and took us to get something to eat before we settled into our hotel. In the morning we met our tour guide Ana. She was amazing! We drove around the country together for 9 days. She knew the history of everything, wherever we went. She even added a few off the beaten path stops that most people never see. She was so friendly, funny and happy. We had a trip that was far greater than we ever expected! We have traveled a lot, but must say this was one of our favorite trips! I highly recommend Romania and without reservation I highly suggest Florin, Ana and Secret Romania if you are going there. Many of our friends have put this on their bucket list after seeing all our pictures. I told them Secret Romania and Florin Preda are the only way to go!! Cant say enough great things about them. Just trust me! Use them!
6. Day Trip to Transfagarasan Road and Dracula's Fortress Poienari from Bucharest
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Discover the wildest nature and highest mountains in Romania: This tour will take you on a spectacular road with stops at Fagaras Fortress, Poienari Fortress, Vidraru Dam and Balea Lake! Put on some warm clothes and escape the city to enjoy a day of fresh air and stunning views.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Tour escort/host, Transport by air-conditioned car/minivan, Hotel pickup (if option selected) from hotels in Bucharest only, Fuel surcharge, Parking Fees
Exclusions: Food , Entrance fees
7. Private Transfagarasan Road Scenic Tour from Bucharest
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
Transfagarasan road was voted by Top Gear as the most beautiful road in the world. If you don't want to miss it, the Transfagarasan road tour is perfect to discover this spectacular route. On the way to Transfagarasan you will also visit Curtea de Arges monastery, a beautiful church with a dark story and you will see Poenari fortress, the ruins of Vlad the Impaler’s castle and Vidraru dam. Sometimes, the fortress is closed due to bears around it. If it is not, you can explore it and admire the beautiful view from above. For lunch we will stop at the top of Transfagarasan, in Balea Lac chalet, next to Balea glacier lake. So prepare your camera for this enchanting tour!
Inclusions: Professional guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle, Free Wifi, Private tour
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By TahoeEllen
I connected with Secret Romania thru trip.me. Florin and I worked together to put together a 9 day trip with a driver/tour guide. Florin was so easy to work with. He accommodated everything I asked for. He responded so quickly when I sent emails even though we are 10 hours apart. He picked us up from the airport and took us to get something to eat before we settled into our hotel. In the morning we met our tour guide Ana. She was amazing! We drove around the country together for 9 days. She knew the history of everything, wherever we went. She even added a few off the beaten path stops that most people never see. She was so friendly, funny and happy. We had a trip that was far greater than we ever expected! We have traveled a lot, but must say this was one of our favorite trips! I highly recommend Romania and without reservation I highly suggest Florin, Ana and Secret Romania if you are going there. Many of our friends have put this on their bucket list after seeing all our pictures. I told them Secret Romania and Florin Preda are the only way to go!! Cant say enough great things about them. Just trust me! Use them!
8. Small Group Dracula Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
The Dracula Tour follows the history and the legends about Dracula, the infamous character of Bram Stoker. The tour is operated with a small group (maximum 6 people) and it starts in Bucharest, a city first mentioned in a written document by Dracula himself. On the way to Transylvania you’ll reach the real fortress of Vlad the Impaler and then, passing through Sibiu you’ll see many other place related to him such as the Corvin Castle, the medieval town of Sighisoara, his birth place, the Borgo Pass or the Bran Castle, the most visited tourist attraction of Romania.
Inclusions: Airport/hotel pick-up and drop-off in Bucharest, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Transport by modern car or van, Accommodation for 9 nights in 3/4-star hotels and superior B&Bs, Licensed English-speaking tour guide/driver
Exclusions: Flight ticket, Hotel extras (telephone, mini bar, etc), Other meals except for the breakfast, Photographing or filming fees at the visited sites, Tips, Travel insurance, Personal expenses
Reviewed By KalmarMalla
Daniel gave us a full pot tour! Many impressions, important knowledge and a perfect balance of information and silence. Malin and Pierre from Sweden
9. 7-Day Halloween in Transylvania including 3 Halloween parties
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
A literary Dracula Tour included by Fodor's Travel Guide in Top 10 Must-Do Adventure, the tour includes 3 Halloween parties: the funniest Halloween Party in Sighisoara Citadel, Dracula's birthplace with happenings like The Ritual Killing of a Living Dead (as seen on Travel Channel), Witchery moments etc., Halloween Party at Bran Castle, and visits to the most important historical places related with Vlad the Impaler: Poenari Fortress, Corvinesti Castle, Brasov, Sibiu, Sighisoara. Also the tour is half board: breakfasts and diners included.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, English speaking guide services., Accommodation: 3 nights in 4* hotels, 3 nights in 3* hotels, all accommodation hotels are centrally located., Pick up: Centrally located pick up on first day of the tour, at 10:00 am (GMT+2), Drop off: around 7:00 pm Bucharest local time (GMT+2), Transportation: All transfers inside the tour by coach, minibus or car - air conditioned, depending on the number of travelers., Special events: Halloween Party in Sighisoara, Halloween Party at Bran Castle
Exclusions: Plane ticket, airport fees, photo & video tax and other not mentioned.
Reviewed By donna h
The tour exceeded all expectations. The tour guide was very knowledgable and courteous. The locations highlighted in the tour were extremely interesting not to say anything about the fun at the Halloween parties. If you have never been to Romania, this is an excellent first trip. Accomodations were good and the daily travel not too overbearing. Great Time!!!
10. Transfagarasan Road Trip - 1 Day Private Tour from Bucharest
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Get the opportunity to experience the best road in the world according to Top Gear. This one day tour from Bucharest will take you on the famous Transfăgărășan Road stopping along the way to all of the most important landmarks. Prepare for spectacular mountain views, delicious local food and even a medieval fortress that is connected to Dracula.
Inclusions: Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off;, Transport by modern car with climate control;, Licensed English speaking guide;, Non-alcoholic beverages and snacks available in the car;, Gas, parking and road fees;
Exclusions: Meals & alcoholic beverages, other than stated in the itinerary;, Photo & video fees at the visited sites;, Medical insurance – not mandatory but it is recommended.
Reviewed By rickmB6267HC
Great company to deal with. Our planning and booking was with Bogdan and all replies were quick and informative. We decided on a 2 day tour. Collection from airport late then straight to hotel Bucharest, early collection the next day with our guide Nick, we had a quick tour around the city and then onto mountains and Brasov. Overnight stay in Brasov. We requested a change to the next day itinery which was met so we could say we went off the beaten toursit path. Nick was very informative and enaging and always met our needs and understood our requirements from the trip. Before Nick left us in Bucharest back at the hotel he arranged a booking for us at the Palace of the Parliament so we knew which tour we were going on. In the price of the trip we also had a early collection from the hotel back to the airport even though our tour ended 2 days before. No stress, everything organised and everthing worked our great.
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