Day trip to Republic of Moldova - visit Chisinau and Cricova Winery

4.9 (36 reviews) Iasi, Romania
Duration11h - 12h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 14 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Cross the border to mysterious Moldova and its capital Chisinau on this full-day private tour from Iasi. With a guide at your side, explore Chisinau, seeing the Arc of Triumph, and visiting a winery in this up-and-coming wine region of a diminutive nation. Then cross back into Romania to conclude this full-day trip.

What's included

  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Entrance fees
  • Wine tasting
  • Hotel pick-up and drop off
  • Transportation with a modern vehicle
  • Bottle of water
  • Lunch (approx. €13/person)
  • Personal expenses

What to expect

  1. Capriana Monastery
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Capriana Monastery. For a long time, the monastery was the residence of the Metropolitan of Moldova and it was patronized by many Rulers of Moldova including Stefan the Great.
  2. Triumphal Arch
    2h
    Chisinau was documented for the first time in 1420, but most of it was leveled in WWII and by a tragic earthquake that struck in 1940. They started rebuilding the city in 1950 in a Soviet-style, and both the center and the outskirts are dominated by utilitarian high-rise buildings. On our tour, we will discover Chisinau’s main attractions: their own Arc de Triomphe, the 1841 Holy Gates at the center of the city and we will stroll through one of the city’s parks and learn about Prince Stefan, the noble symbol of Moldova's medieval past.
  3. Cricova Winery
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Cricova Winery, situated at a depth of 50-80 meters, representing a real underground city. The Moldavian cellars where Vladimir Putin keeps his wine are so big you need to drive through them. You will also find Herman Goering's private collection, taken by the Red Army from Berlin in 1945. Considered to be the pearl of Moldovan winemaking, Cricova is the founder of production of high-quality elite wines. The influence of Ancient Greece and the Roman period is reflected in the reliefs you will discover inside the winery. In this unique place, you will have to opportunity to discover the steps to wine tasting and try a selection of the great range of wines. Optionally, you may choose to have an unforgettable lunch in this fantastic place.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We pick up from any hotel in Iasi

Additional information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide;
  • A small amount of walking is involved;
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult;
  • Not wheelchair accessible;
  • Minimum age is 12 years;
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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