Halloween Tour in Transylvania, 10 days from Budapest, 2 Halloween Parties
Includes the most important Halloween Parties from Transylvania:
– Halloween Party with Vlad the Impaler at Sighisoara Citadel, Dracula’s birthplace, the best party in Transylvania
-Bran Castle Halloween Party aka Dracula’s Castle Halloween Party from Transylvania, the biggest Halloween party in Romania
-Dracula Castle Hotel Halloween Party from Borgo Pass, the place in which Bram Stoker placed Dracula’s Castle in his novel Dracula
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Choose the best Dracula tours from Budapest. Visit the most important Transylvanian highlights and explore Hungarian landmarks such as Tokaj Winery and Szeged City.
Day 1 Wine tasting in Tokay with Dracula's favorite wines and welcome dinner
- Wine Tasting in Tokaj - It was the Tokaj wine that Dracula used to serve his guests with. Also a favorite tipple of the Dumas’s musketeers.
- Welcome dinner in Romanian traditional way
Day 2 The merriest cemetery in the world and Romanian Village Museum
- The Marry Cemetery from Sapanta with wood-carved memorial crosses, not only decorated in vivid colors with funny epitaphs
- The Magic World of Romanian Folklore - A live presentation offered by a famous Romanian ethnographer, your travel to Transylvania will enrich you’re universe with more fantastic creatures than you could ever have imagine.
Day 3 Learn to make a wooden stake
- meet a famous wood-craftsman. He’ll teach us how to make the perfect wooden stake so you can be prepared to meet the vampires
Day 4 Halloween Party in Sighisoara Citadel, Vlad the Impaler birthplace
- Halloween Party in Sighisoara Citadel - Dracula’s birth place; lunch in the house where Vlad the Impaler was born and enjoy the best Halloween party ever. Check out the schedule here!
- Ritual Killing of the Living Dead - Help a haunted spirit to gain his peace - attend the ritual of killing a vampire in this Dracula tour - find out more!
- “Witchery Moments” magicians show – amazing magic show, performed by two of Europe’s most innovative and dynamic magicians.
- Vampires Hunting show – an impressive ballet performance of professional ballet dancers
- costume contests and prizes
Day 5 Bran Castle Halloween party, aka Dracula's Castle Halloween party from Transylvania
- tour of the medieval citadel of Sighisoara and visit of Clock Tower and Medieval Weapon collection
- Halloween Party at Bran Castle* - also known as Dracula’s Castle, a legendary Transylvanian fortress dating back to 1377
- Night visit of Bran castle (please have in mind that the night tour of Bran Castle is not guided, you will receive more information on this from our tour guides); the castle is decorated for Halloween and populated with glamorous witches as hostesses.
Day 6 The Black Church from Brasov and Rasnov Fortress
- Rasnov fortress, 15 kilometres away from Brasov was built in order to defend the peasants in the surroundings on a top of a mountain
- the famous Gothic Black Church; the edifice holds the largest organ in Europe
Day 7 The Bridge of Liars and the beautiful Fagaras Citadel
- Fagaras citadel surrounded by the water
- medieval city of Sibiu (European Capital of Culture in 2007) with its wonderful Saxon buildings and the famous Bridge of Liars
Day 8 The greatest Gothic style castle in Eastern Europe seen in these Dracula Tours from Budapest
- visit Corvinesti Castle is waiting for your visit; this is the greatest Gothic style castle in Eastern Europe
Day 9 The sun city and the capital of Hungary
- Szeged also called Sun City, enjoy a city tour
Brief itinerary of the 10-Days Dracula Tours from Budapest
Day 1
Go on one of the best Dracula tours from Budapest. Our guide collects you from Budapest Airport. Drive to Tokaj, Hungary and then enjoy the famous Tokaj Wine, used by Dracula to serve his guests.
From here, travel to Satu Mare, delight yourself during a special welcome dinner and then accommodate in a 3* hotel.
Day 2
The next morning, drive to Sapanta and then visit a place unique in the world: the Merry Cemetery. The cemetery is famous for its wood-carved crosses depicting the deceased in cartoonish fasion. Under the cartoon, each cross has a wooden plaque which contains a funny epitaph reciting biographies of the deceased.
Next, head to Sighetu Marmatiei and visit the Village Museum.
Accommodate in Viseul de Sus.
Day 3
On your next day, arrive in Sacel and then meet a famous wood-craftsman. In addition to making the acquaintance, learn how to make the perfect wooden stake.
Today you'll enjoy a stunning scenery, following the steps of Jonathan Harker (Bram Stoker 's character from Dracula novel) to Bistrita close to Borgo Pass. Accommodate in 4* hotel - Golden Crown.
Day 4
In the morning, drive to Sighisoara Citadel.
Accommodate at a 3* medieval hotel and, at 8 PM, join us for the best Halloween Party in Transylvania!
The schedule includes Vampire Hunting - a show performed by a professional ballet team, followed by Witchery Moments - an unforgettable magic show.
The highlight of this party is the Ritual of Killing of the Living Dead, performed according to old customs and traditions.
Day 5
Dracula Tours from Budapest - Halloween Party at Bran Castle-the biggest Halloween Party in Romania
Recover from our party in Sighisoara and get ready for the second night of fun included in your tour.
Go on a tour of Sighisoara Citadel.
Head to Bran Village. At 7:30 pm, join us for the ultimate Halloween Party at Bran Castle.
Enjoy a unique night tour of the castle, decorated for Halloween and populated with glamorous witches (please have in mind that the night tour of Bran Castle is not guided, you will receive more information on this from our tour guides).
After that, have fun at the Dracula's Castle Halloween party in Bran.
Day 6
The next day, visit Rasnov fortress and then drive to the Saxon City of Brasov. Visit the historic center and then the famous Black Church.
Day 7
On your 7th day, travel Fagaras Citadel and then to Sibiu.
Visit landmarks such as the Bridge of Liars and then accommodate in a 4* hotel.
Day 8
From Sibiu, drive to Hunedoara and visit the legendary Corvinesti Castle, the greatest Gothic style castle in Romania. After that, drive to Arad and accommodate in a 4* hotel.
Day 9
You are near the end of your quest.
From Arad, our amazing Dracula tours from Budapest take you back to Hungary.
Go on a city tour of Szeged, also known as Sun City. After that, drive to Budapest and accommodate in a 3* hotel.
Day 10
Transfer to the airport for your return journey.
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We accept MasterCard and Visa on our on-line secure internet payment form.
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- We also accept payments via PayPal and bank transfer.
- At the moment of booking we require an advance deposit in the amount of Euro 145/person. Once the advance deposit is registered with our accounts we issue a Confirmation Letter.
- The final payment is due 60 days prior to tour departure. Should the booking be made within 60 days prior to tour departure, entire tour cost is requested at the time of booking.
Departures:
| Departure date | Price per person (price based on 2 persons sharing a double room) |
Single traveler | Availability |
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October 28, 2025 10 day tour. Departure from Budapest (10.00 GMT + 01:00) Including 3 Halloween Parties: Special Halloween Party in Sighisoara Citadel, Halloween Dinner Party in Arefu and Halloween Party at Bran Castle |
€ 2664 | € 2999 | Departs for groups of minimum 6 people |
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October 27, 2026 10 day tour. Departure from Budapest (10.00 GMT + 01:00) Including 3 Halloween Parties: Special Halloween Party in Sighisoara Citadel, Halloween Dinner Party in Arefu and Halloween Party at Bran Castle |
€ 2664 | € 2999 | Departs for groups of minimum 6 people |
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Available for free if:
- You don’t have a reflection in the mirror,
- You decompose when sunlight strikes you,
- You’re over 200 years old,
- Can use your wings to fly to Transylvania,
Well, this holiday is free for you! Come join your fellow vampires in Transylvania:-)
Blood treats not included!
Other mentions
- Once you realize the price of good beer and wine you will probably not want to return to your country.
- People speak plenty of English in Romania and you will find the locals and the other tourists are friendly and open.
- No visa is required and you can get green card extension insurance from your insurer to cover Romania.
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Itineraries
Day 1
Tuesday, Budapest - Tokaj - Satu Mare (326 km, 3h 38 min driving)
Welcome to your Dracula Tour, a Halloween in Transylvania experience with Vlad the Impaler! Our English speaking guide picks you up from Budapest Airport and prepares you for your travel to Transylvania.
Stop for a glass of excellent wine in Tokaj, Hungary. It was the Tokaj wine that Dracula used to serve hisguests with! For a little Dutch-courage and, for sure, with higher spirits you’ll reach Romania and stop in Satu Mare for accommodation in a 3* hotel.
Day 2
Wednesday, Satu Mare - Sapinta - Sighetul Marmatiei –Viseul de Sus (154 km, 3h 6 min driving)
Your first morning in Romania! Drive to Sapanta, close to the Ukrainian border, home of the merriest cemetery in the world! Unique in the world: the Merry Cemetery owes its name to the wood-carved memorial crosses, not only decorated in vivid colors depicting the deceased in a cartoon like manner, the epitaphs candidly recite biographies of the deceased using limerick-style poetry.
Next stop is Sighetul Marmatiei where a famous ethnographer, will take you into the magical world of Romanian folklore on your visit to the Village Museum.
You’ll spend the evening in Viseul de Sus. Delight yourself with stories of the haunted houses of that area to better catch the spirit of this Halloween tour!
Day 3
Thursday, Viseul de Sus - Sacel – Bistrita (93 km, 1h 45 min driving)
Vampire tour show In Sacel you’ll make a truly necessary friend: Grigore Tulean, a famous woodcraftsman. He’ll teach us how to make the perfect wooden stake which, in Sighisoara, will be used in order to kill a vampire! Today you'll enjoy a stunning scenery, following the steps of Jonathan Harker (Bram Stoker 's character from Dracula novel) to Bistrita close to Borgo Pass. Accommodate in 4* hotel - Golden Crown
Day 4
Friday, Bistrita – Sighisoara (143 km, 2h 37 min driving)
Aren’t you happy to see the light of the day again?! Drive to Sighisoara, the best preserved and still inhabited medieval citadel in Europe and a UNESCO heritage site, but probably most important for you it is Vlad Dracula's birth place!
20:00 - 02:00 It’s time for your Halloween party, put on your costume and get into the mood, this is the reason for your travel to Transylvania. Plenty of opportunities for you tonight: attend Vampiresa Hunting, enjoy Witchery Moments, performed by two famous magicians, witness the Ritual of Killing of the Living Dead, performed according to old Transylvanian folklore and listen to your guide’s good advice, and you might just escape without being impaled! The best Halloween party idea, don’t you think? If you survive, you’ll find refuge in a 3* hotel.
Day 5
Saturday, Sighisoara – Bran (139 km, 2h 13 min driving)
Getting up in the morning after a party is always a hard thing to do! That’s why we will have a late departure to Bran. After a tour of the medieval citadel of Sighisoara and visit of Clock Tower and Medieval Weapon collection drive to Bran and prepare for the last Halloween Party, a true marathon!
Join us at 6 PM for a delicious Festive Dinner. Please wear your costume during dinner because from here we will go directly to Bran Castle.
7:30 PM - Have fun at the ultimate Halloween Party at Bran Castle. Enjoy a unique night visit of the castle (please have in mind that the night tour of Bran Castle is not guided, you will receive more information on this from our tour guides) and then have fun at the party on the grounds of Dracula's Castle.
Day 6
Sunday, Bran – Rasnov – Brasov ( 40 minutes driving)
This peasant refuge, Rasnov fortress, 15 kilometres away from Brasov was built in order to defend the peasants in the surroundings. It has resisted a great number of sieges and only opened its gates to the invaders once, when the lack of water forced the defenders to give in. The 150 deep fountain inside the citadel tells a lot about this story of resistance.
Drive to the medieval Saxon city of Brasov to visit the historic town center and its famous gothic Black Church, the best-known monument in the city. The edifice holds the largest organ in Europe, which was partially destroyed during the great fire of 1689. It was here, in the city of Brasov where Vlad led raids against the Saxon merchants.
Day 7
Monday, Brasov – Fagaras- Sibiu (145 km, 2h 19 min driving)
For a walk on the famous Bridge of Liars you’ll travel to Sibiu, a city with a wonderful medieval charm, excellent views of the surrounding landscape and great food. Accommodate in a 4* hotel.
Day 8
Tuesday, Sibiu - Deva - Hunedoara - Arad (339 km, 4h driving)
Today you’re invited to pay a visit to another legendary castle in Transylvania, Corvinesti Castle.
Drive to Hunedoara where the legendary Corvinesti Castle is waiting for your visit. The greatest t Gothic style castle in Romania, Corvinesti was built in the 14th Century, and it was here that Vlad the Impaler, Dracula was brought up. Spend the evening in Arad, accommodation in a 4* hotel.
Day 9
Wednesday, Arad - Szeged - Budapest ( 274 km 3h driving)
Dracula Tour - Good bye party! The last day of your Halloween tour. Please allow yourself an extra 5 minutes in bed to think about your adventure in Dracula’s kingdom, wasn’t it soul captivating? Travel to Budapest, Hungary’s capital. On the way stop to Szeged also called Sun City, enjoy a city tour.. Accommodate in 3* hotel in Budapest, central located.
Day 10
Thursday, Airport
It’s time to take your soul back home ... hopefully.
Transfer to the airport for your return flight.
Accommodation
7 nights in 3* hotels, 2 nights in 4* hotelsTransportation
All transfers inside the tour, by coach, minibus or car - air conditioned, depending on the number of travelers.Tour leader
English speaking guide services.Meals
9 breakfasts, 3 dinners (Welcome Dinner in Satu Mare, Festive Halloween dinner in Sighisoara, Festive Halloween Dinner in Bran) and wine tasting in Tokaj.Entry fees to
Merry Cemetery in Sapinta, Village Museum in Sighet, famous craftsman Grigore Tulean, Clock Tower, Medieval Weapon Collection and Torture Room in Sighisoara, Bran Castle, Corvinestilor Castle in Hunedoara.Events
Halloween party in Sighisoara and special entertaining program, Halloween party at Bran Castle.Specials
We are glad to let you know that you will receive a t-shirt from Transylvania Live, as a souvenir. Please provide us with your size.- Plane ticket
- Airport fees
- Photo & video tax
- Other not mentioned
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Yes, also gluten-free, vegan. When you make the reservation of your tour please do not forget to fill in this information at Dietary Restrictions section.
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Romanian currency is Lei (written symbol Ron). All the places in Romania trade lei (pronunciation: lay). You can bring some of the local currency from USA or you can change here the amount of money you need (advisable due to the lower exchange rate). Credit cards are accepted in large hotels, restaurants and malls. ATM machines are available at banks, airports and shopping centers all over the country. (except in remote areas or villages). Foreign currencies may be exchanged at banks or authorized exchange offices. International airports and larger hotels also offer currency exchange services. The tour guide is also responsible for helping clients with money exchange; recommend the exchange offices which charge the lowest commission.
Local Costs in a 3* restaurant: Soft Drink: $1.3 ; Beer: $1.7; Bottle of Wine: $10 - $18, 3 course dinner: $15 - $ 20. In shops these products can be 50% cheaper.
ATMs are available in all the cities; near by hotels, our guide will come with good advice and recommendations.
In Romania electric power in use is of 220 voltages, AC, usually 2 pronged.
Romania enjoys warm summers and cold winters. In summer, cool cottons are best and in the winter a warm jacket or alike is recommended. Autumn is dry and cool, with fields and trees producing beautifully colored foliage. The weather in October-November is very unpredictable, with daytime temperatures between 6°-17° Celsius (42.80 - 62.60 Fahrenheit), and night time temperatures between 3° - 10°Celsius (37.40 - 50 Fahrenheit); but it is very much possible that you will see some snowfall especially in the mountain areas.
Romanian time is EET (Eastern European Time, two hours ahead of GMT, seven hours ahead of New York and ten hours ahead of Los Angeles. Check right now what time is in Bucharest, the capital city of Romania: https://time.is/Bucharest
The dress code in Romania is the same as all over Europe (think France, Germany, UK or Italy). Wearing jeans, t-shirts/sweatshirts and athletic shoes is standard casual in Romanian. Plenty of designers’ shops are to be found in major cities: Bucharest, Cluj, Brasov, Sibiu, where people are more pretentious when it comes to their outfits. Dorobanti Boulevard in Bucharest can easily be compared to Champs Elysees in Paris when it comes to “fashionists” (costs are similar too). The malls are well supplied with designers’ clothes and with respect to the prices, a great deal of our clients found the Romanian costs to be more acceptable than the ones in US. With regards to the restaurants’ dress code, something casual is sufficient. You can wear whatever you would wear at home. To satisfy dress codes for churches and monasteries, men and women are requested to cover their arms and legs (no shorts above the knees or sleeveless garments).
The motorcycles are to be collected from our Motorcycle Rental Shop in Turda (40 km away from Cluj Napoca, 31A Razboieni Street, city of Turda). Return transfer from Cluj Napoca or Targu Mures Airports to the garage in Turda available on request for an additional charge.
Transfer from Cluj Napoca (or Targu Mures Airport) to Turda available at an extra cost
1 transfer: EURO 35
Return transfer: EURO 60
Transfers from other airports available on request.
Please let us know in advance should you require these services.
Every Adventure Motorcycle Tours rental includes:
– use of BMW R1200 GS, BMW F800GS, BMW F850GS or BMW G650 GS (single) motorcycles.
– The motorbikes are endowed with top case. Side cases available for rent at an extra cost.
– The Third party Liability in respect of motor vehicles is provided (which is the Compulsory Insurance against Civil liability).
– Unlimited mileage
– Chain lock or disk lock
– All of our motorcycles are passenger friendly. Pillion (passenger) free of charge
– Secure storage for your luggage for the rented period
Not included:
Extra cost side bags:
2-3 days: EURO 20/day
4-6 days: EURO 17/day
7 – 14 days: EURO 14/day
Over 14 days: EURO 11/day
– Helmets available for rent (although we suggest you bring your own for fitment and comfort)
– CASCO insurance (comprehensive insurance providing full coverage in case of accident) - 20 € /rental day/motorcycle – A cash deposit of €500 for BMW G650GS or € 1500 for BMW F800GS and BMW 1200GS will be required for bike damage security or loss of accessories. The amount will be refunded at the end of the programme should the bike be returned on time, undamaged and with a full fuel tank.
It is recommended to purchase a travel insurance policy specially designed for adventure holidays.
At an additional cost services of support car and driver/mechanic are available. The mechanic will accompany you in order to ensure the motorcycle service and the security checks and to intervene in case of emergency.
Prices:
Mechanic services: 90 EURO/day + accommodation and meals
Support car following you on your itinerary: 569 EURO/week + gasoline and parking fees
The support car will be driven by the mechanic. For some sectors pillions could travel in the support car, depending on pillions number and seats available.
A day of rental equals a calendar day, rental hours: 09:00 am to 06:00 pm, closed on Sunday, (and Saturday in low season).
The motor bike will be delivered to the hirer with a full tank of fuel, clean and in perfect state of functioning. The renter will return the bike in the same conditions along with its documents and accessories, at the end of the programme, at the time and place stipulated by the contract.
Vehicles returned with a less than full gas tank will be subject to a refueling charge. (€ 12 plus fuel cost will be charged.) Should the hirer return the bike unclean, the cost of the cleaning services will be applied.
The loss of tools/documents/ accessories will be also charged.
Yes, every motorcycle has a safety and mechanical inspection prior to every rental. We have trained technicians on premises. All motorcycles are maintained to manufacturers' specifications and our technicians are very well acquainted with all rented bikes. Your safety is our #1 priority.
Every renter is provided with an emergency telephone number at pick-up. In case of a mechanical breakdown our staff will arrange for towing to Adventure Motorcycle Tours – Transylvania Live location or repair facility.
For all the bikes, the minimum age required is 21 years old. The client must hold a full, unrestricted motorcycle license and a minimum 1 year of riding experience. The passenger must be over 14 years of age.
You must have a valid motorcycle license to rent a motorcycle from Adventure Motorcycle Tours - Transylvania Live. The license from your country is sufficient - you don't have to get an international drivers license.
GPS Garmin Zumo 350LM series are available for rental. Price depends on the number of days of rental.
Prices:
2-3 days – EURO 18/day
4-6 days – EURO 16/day
7-14 days – EURO 13/day
Over 14 days – EURO 10/day
All models have power outlets built into the fairing that allow you to plug in your Global Positioning Unit.
Certain vehicles provide for lockable storage.
Rented motorcycles are permitted across the Romanian borders as long as the Motorcycle is returned to Adventure Motorcycle Tours - Transylvania Live’s rental location. However, Adventure Motorcycle Tours - Transylvania Live’s approval is compulsory. Please mention this request on the booking form.
Yes, Adventure Motorcycle Tours – Transylvania Live location offers free, safe and secure storage of your luggage and personal items during your rental.
Adventure Motorcycle Tours - Transylvania Live can provide you with a side-car motorcycle on request. Please contact us for more details.
Adventure Motorcycle Tours – Transylvania Live has a good selection of helmets, gloves or rain suites for rent. Please note that the rental of these accessories depends upon availability. However we suggest you bring your own for fitment and comfort.
Prices:
2-3 days – EURO 10 /day
4-6 days – EURO 8/ day
7-14 days – EURO 6/day
Over 14 days – EURO 5/day
Yes, for your own safety, and per Romanian law, both you and your passenger are required to wear a certified helmet at all times when you ride our motorcycle.
Adventure Motorcycle Tours - Transylvania Live has started in 1995 and continues to be closely managed by the founder.
Beginners should start with an entry level motorbike. BMW G 650 GS is the perfect choice.
Brad Kent – Huntington Beach– :
My father and I took a 10 day vacation to Transylvania that included a brewery tour, salt mines, motorcycle riding, biplane flight, dinner at Dracula’s castle and tons of other adventures.
Transylvania Live customized the trip to our timing and travel preferences.
We had a great guide, enjoyed amazing food, and loved the historic castle like cities.
The best part of the trip was the medieval battle we that took place in our honor.
Real sword fights and pure adrenaline.
It was great to just sit outside and have a beer in a town square with my dad while people watching.
I’d love to go back.
Even the motorcycle ride was epic.
On the last night the company had a feast and held a burial ceremony for killing a vampire which was awesome.
Transylvania Live did a fantastic job coordinating the trip.
I’d highly recommend them if you are planning a trip to Romania.
Jonalin Radcliff– :
My boyfriend and I took this tour on our recent trip to Romania and enjoyed it.
Our tour guide, Alin, was HILARIOUS!
I didn’t want to nap on the van for fear I would miss some of his witty commentary.
His rich and precise comments made us spend a very pleasant trip. He did a great job, with professionalism and amenity.
I highly recommend this trip.
Phillipa Hamilton– :
Amazing Memories with my husband.
Our Tour guide Bogdan was the best, he went above and beyond my expectations.
He was kind and super knowledge in every information he provide to us, one of the best tour guides we’ve experienced, his excitement, factual and anecdotal stories, and overall positive attitude were refreshing.