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Old Orhei (Orheiul Vechi) is one of Moldova’s most captivating cultural and historical sites, offering travelers the perfect blend of breathtaking scenery, ancient history, and authentic local life.
A visit to Old Orhei is a journey into a mystical landscape where nature and history come together in perfect harmony. Walking through Old Orhei feels like exploring a living painting, where each turn of the path reveals another breathtaking vista.
Château Vartely is one of Moldova’s most enchanting wine destinations, inviting travelers to discover a world where exceptional wine, refined culture, and unforgettable hospitality come together in perfect harmony. A visit to Château Vartely is not just a stop on a winery tour — it is a celebration of the senses and an immersion into the heart of Moldovan winemaking traditions.
Depending on the number of bookings, sometimes the tour could be private or shared with small groups, up to 8-10 people.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We used to pick you up from various addresses: hotel, motel, hostel, apartment. Our driver needs just to know the exact address in Chisinau and he can pick you up directly from there.
Itinerary
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1Old Orhei Archeological Complex
Our tour guide will arrange an excursion to Orheiul Vechi situated in a picturesque setting (Applied to become the UNESCO World Heritage). You will have the opportunity to visit the most interesting archaeological site housing the ruins of two cities (14th -16th century). Tatars settled here on their expansion to Western Europe. Continue with a visit to the well-maintained Orthodox cave monastery called St. Maria Dormata which was expanded and modified inside the cliffs by monks over the centuries. At Orheiul Vechi, within the ethnographic museum, you can visit a traditional 19th-century Moldovan household. We also visit the “Saint Mary” church, which is in fact the cave monastery at Butuceni and is part of the Orheiul Vechi cave monastery complex. We visit the Craftsman’s House — a place that will immerse you in the traditional Moldovan atmosphere and acquaint you with local handicrafts.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
2Old Orhei
The pride of the place is its traditional Moldovan cuisine: sarmale, chicken zeamă soup, roast meat with mămăligă, stew, pies, and many other dishes. Lunch in a local old-fashioned guesthouse, which serve authentic, ecological Moldavian food. Fabulous traditional food while visiting the Ethnic Village.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
3Chateau Vartely Winery
Learn the art of tasting at Château Vartely. Rediscover wine as a story and let yourself be carried away on a tour for the senses. The tour includes a visit of the entire Château Vartely estate — both the industrial area and the tourist leisure complex. This is a tour dedicated to wine lovers, connoisseurs, and collectors of oeno-gastronomic sensations who wish to dive deep into the “Château Vartely” wine portfolio. By choosing the “Taraboste” wine tour, you will have the opportunity, in a breathtaking landscape, to taste six types of wine — some of the most sought-after and gold-medaled at numerous international competitions. The wines are paired with a delicious gastronomic treat, made up of dishes specially chosen to enhance and complete the taste and aroma of the wines being sampled. The dishes served will include brie with eggplant jam, goat cheese with apples, salmon sous-vide, canapes with raw salami salted, Grana Padano hard cheese and Coppa ham, figs and blue Cheese.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- 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.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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