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Tours moldova chisinau

From Chisinau, Old Orhei complex and Cricova Wine Tasting


Moldova Tours


You will get a great opportunity to discover one of the most visited winery in Moldova - the Underground City of Cricova Winery. It's also a good chance to visit Old Orhei Archaeological complex.


Old Orhei Archaeological Complex



Learn about the history of winemaking at Cricova Winery and what makes it so famous all over the world. Visit the underground wine cellars of Cricova Winery and have the chance to witness how Moldavian winemaking has grown over time. By the law of the Parliament of the Republic of Moldova, the “Cricova” Winery was declared a Cultural-National Heritage of the country in 2003. Have a unique taste of 4 types of wine, a sparkling wine and some snacks.

Visit the popular Old Orhei Archeological Complex with its famous Cave Monastery, Butuceni Ethnographic Museum from the beginning of XX century, Church of the Nativity of the Mother of God, The Museum of Archeology and Anthropology in Orheiul Vechi, ruins of Tatar-Mongols city Shehr al-Djedid (14th - 16th centuries). It is just a unique natural and historical complex in the open air. The Old Orhei cultural-natural reservation has a special status and is the most important cultural site in the Republic of Moldova, being also in the nomination process to be included in the Unesco World Heritage List.
Old Orhei is a must-visit destination for those looking for history, authentic architecture, beautiful landscapes and traditions.



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Duration 6 hours

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Live tour guide

English, Romanian, German, Italian

Pickup included

Please wait in the hotel lobby 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time. We pick up our customers directly from the hotels/apartments they stay in. After booking, you will receive exact time of the pick up.

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Limited to 8 participants

from € 140 per person
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About this experience

Itinerary
  • Pickup location:
  • Chisinau
  • Car
  • (1.5 hours)
  • Old Orhei
  • Visit, Lunch, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk, Scenic views on the way (2 hours)
  • Car
  • (1 hour)
  • Cricova Cellar
  • Wine, Guided tour, Wine tasting (2.33 hours)
  • Car
  • (40 minutes)
  • Arrive back at:
  • Chisinau
  • Main stop
  • For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.
  • Highlights
  • Visit the underground galleries of the Cricova Winery, which stretch over 120 km
  • Discover rock monasteries, galleries, caves dug into the limestone rocks
  • Enjoy a traditional lunch in rural guesthouses in Butuceni or Trebujeni villages
  • Savor a selection of 4 wines and one sparkling wine during the wine tour
  • Includes
  • Comfortable transportation
  • Entry tickets to Cricova Winery with a wine tasting program
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Professional Guide services
  • Entry tickets to Old Orhei Archaeological Complex
  • Lunch at Old Orhei Complex
  • Souvenirs
  • Gratuities
  • Not suitable for
  • Children under 4 years
  • Wheelchair users
  • People with mobility impairments

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