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This tour perfectly combines Moldova’s rich medieval history with its world-famous wine culture in one unforgettable day.
Begin your journey with a comfortable pickup from your location in Chișinău and travel to Cricova Wine Cellars, one of the largest underground wine cities in the world. Explore the impressive tunnels, learn about Moldova’s winemaking traditions, and enjoy a guided wine tasting in an elegant setting.
After the tasting, continue to Old Orhei, the most picturesque and historically significant place in Moldova. Visit the Old Orhei Archaeological Complex and the Medieval Town Museum, where ancient civilizations, dramatic limestone cliffs, and traditional rural life come together.
The experience concludes with time for lunch in Butuceni (lunch is optional and paid separately).
This tour is unique for its perfect balance of culture, history, nature, spirituality, and wine, all guided by local experts who bring Moldova’s stories to life.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details:
Pickup is available from any hotel or accommodation in Chișinău city center. Please indicate your exact pickup address (hotel name or private apartment address) at the time of booking. The driver/guide will meet you at the main entrance of your accommodation. Pickup time will be confirmed one day before the tour.
Itinerary
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1Old Orhei Archeological Complex
With great pleasure, we kindly suggest you a special weekend for acquaintance, appreciation, and tasting of the best Moldovan wines. During this visit, you will discover various wines’ flavors and wonderful traditional cuisine. Today we’ll visit one of the most picturesque sites of Moldova – the Cultural and Natural Reserve «Orheiul Vechi» (Cave Monastery Complex) — 55 km from Chisinau. Here you will see an Orthodox cave monastery called “St. Maria Dormata” expanded and modified inside the cliffs by the monks over the centuries ago and preserved in a functional state. After the excursion, we’ll have lunch with a folk program at the Moldovan family pension located in the neighboring village.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
2Butuceni
The large territory of Old Orhei is filled with historical and archeological sites that are possible to explore. Visitors passionate about medieval architecture and history have an opportunity to see ruins and elements of buildings, holy places, and citadels discovered after archaeological excavations. These medieval historical sites include the Medieval Citadel, The Tatar Bath, The Monastery of the Birth of Virgin Mary, the Mosque and Caravanserai. In addition, the Old Orhei archeological complex includes ruins and historical sites belonging to different historical periods and traditions.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
3Old Orhei
Old Orhei is a place full of history, legends, and natural landscapes that will take your breath away. Located in central Moldova, just a short 45-minute drive from Chisinau, Old Orhei (Orheiul Vechi) is a must-see destination for people interested in history, archeological sites, beautiful nature and local culinary traditions. The area of Old Orhei was declared a natural reserve during the Soviet period on 15 March 1968. This allowed for the protection and enhancement of the cultural and natural heritage of the area.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
4Cricova Winery
This tour includes visiting Cricova cellars with wine tasting and the Old Orhei region. The tour starts with pick up from the location and after driving to Cricova cellar. Tour the underground cellar, after comes to the wine tasting.
3 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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