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2 days: An interesting tour Old Orhei&Cricova &Transnistria

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2 days
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Discover in 2 days the Best of Moldova itineraries and road trip routes are customized to discover all the best places to visit in Moldova and explore the countryside to the fullest.

Inclusions

  • <ul><li>Lunch</li>
  • <li>Private transportation</li>
  • <li>Bottled water</li>
  • <li>The best wine degustation from Moldova moldova</li><li>Food & drinks</li></ul>

Exclusions

  • <ul><li>Dinner</li><li>Food & drinks</li></ul>

Tour Plan

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Day 1 : Old Orhei & Cricova Winery

Morning: Explore Old Orhei (Orheiul Vechi)

  • Overview: A stunning open-air museum located about 60 km from Chisinau, Old Orhei is an archaeological and cultural complex set in a breathtaking river valley.
  • What to See: Cave Monastery: Visit the 13th-century monastery carved into limestone cliffs, still used by monks today.
    Ruins and Artifacts: Explore ancient ruins from the Geto-Dacian and Tatar-Mongol periods.
    Traditional Villages: Discover rural Moldovan life in the nearby villages of Trebujeni and Butuceni, complete with traditional houses and local crafts.
  • Lunch: Enjoy authentic Moldovan cuisine at a local guesthouse, where you can sample dishes like mămăligă (cornmeal porridge) and sarmale (stuffed cabbage rolls).

Afternoon: Cricova Winery Tour

  • Overview: A short drive back towards Chisinau takes you to the underground city of Cricova, one of Moldova's most famous wineries.
  • Tour Highlights:Explore the 120-kilometer-long underground cellars, complete with streets named after wine varieties.
    Visit the National Oenotec, home to rare and historical wines.
    Enjoy a guided tasting of Cricova’s finest wines, paired with snacks.
  • Evening: Return to Chisinau and relax at your accommodation.
Same Day Day 2: Discover Transnistria

Morning: Travel to Tiraspol

  • Overview: Transnistria, a breakaway region of Moldova, offers a unique step back in time to the Soviet era.
  • What to See in Tiraspol: Lenin Statue: A symbol of Soviet nostalgia in front of the Parliament building.
    Suvorov Square: The central square with a monument to Alexander Suvorov, the founder of Tiraspol.
    Kvint Distillery: Visit the famous producer of cognac and brandy, a point of pride for the region (optional tasting available).
  • Lunch: Dine at a traditional restaurant in Tiraspol, sampling local dishes with Russian influences.

Afternoon: Bendery Fortress

  • Overview: Located near Tiraspol, the Bendery Fortress is a historic stronghold dating back to the Ottoman Empire.
  • Highlights:Walk along the fortress walls and enjoy views of the Dniester River.
    Learn about the region's tumultuous history through exhibits and guided tours.
  • Evening: Return to Chisinau.

Meeting / Pickup

<strong>Pick-up only</strong>: Customers must be picked up from selected pick-up locations.

Know Before You Go

  • <ul><li>Wheelchair accessible</li><li>Animals or pets allowed</li><li>Public transportation nearby</li><li>Infants must sit on your lap</li><li>Infant seats available</li><li>Passport required</li></ul>

Please Note

  • <ul><li>Not stroller accessible</li><li>Not wheelchair accessible</li><li></li><li>our driver will pick up from hotel.</li></ul>

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