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

Duration

2 days

Type

Guided, Private, Reading Material

Difficulty

Easy

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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

Lunch
Private transportation
Bottled water
The best wine degustation from Moldova moldova
Food & drinks

Exclusions

Dinner
Food & drinks

Tour Plan

Itinerary

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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

Pick-up only: Customers must be picked up from selected pick-up locations.

Know Before You Go

Wheelchair accessible
Animals or pets allowed
Public transportation nearby
Infants must sit on your lap
Infant seats available
Passport required

Please Note

Not stroller accessible
Not wheelchair accessible
our driver will pick up from hotel.

Destinations

Moldova, Orhei, Tiraspol

Language

English, Japanese, Romanian, Russian

Operator

Moldovatovisit&tours