Moldova Wine Tour

Breakfast in the hotel

A continental breakfast is served.

Departure from Chisinau

Transfer to the Moldovan village of Curchi, where one of the most beautiful sights and significant architectural monuments is located - The Monastery of Curchi.

Visiting The Curchi Monastery

Visit to the monastery with ancient history, located in a picturesque place on the lake in Moldavian Codri. Curchi Monastery is one of the oldest in Moldova. The summer church of the Nativity of the Virgin was built in the years 1866-1867 in the Baroque style. The cathedral is the highest in Moldova - the average dome reaches 57 meters and is the ``twin`` of the church of St. Andrew the First-Called in Kiev.

Transfer to Old Orhei

Old Orhei is a historical and archaeological complex in the eponymous natural and cultural reserve of Moldova.

Archaeological complex Old Orhei

A unique place with a special energy, saturated with the history of several civilizations that left us with a rich cultural heritage: Geto-Dacians (VI - I century BC), Slavs (XII-XIII century), Tatar-Mongols (Golden Horde - XIV century), Moldavians (XIV - XVII century). Today, we have the opportunity to visit the rocky Christian monastery, the ruins of a mosque and a caravanserai, the ruins of the baths near the Raut river, the mausoleums left after the Muslim city of Shehr al-Jedid and enjoy the incredible beauty of natural landscapes.

Lunch at the restaurant “Eco Resort Butuceni”

Lunch in a rural pension with a large selection of Moldavian national dishes (mamalyga, placenta, zama) and homemade wine.

Transfer to city Cricova

Cricova is located near the capital of Moldova. It is here that the famous wine cellars “CRICOVA” are located - one of the main attractions of Moldova.

Wine cellar tour “CRICOVA”

Wine cellars “CRICOVA” - a symbol and pride of Moldovan winemaking, having the status of the national cultural heritage of the country. Galleries stretched over 120 km long, each street having its own wine name: Cabernet, Aligote, Dionysus, Fetyaska and others. A unique collection of wines is stored here, among them the oldest and only one of its kind - Easter Jerusalem, produced in 1902. Cricova cellars were visited by such outstanding personalities as Yuri Gagarin, Vladimir Putin, Angela Merkel and many others. Acquaintance with the technology of wine production, a walk in the cellar, tasting three types of wine.

Return to Chisinau

Transfer to the hotel. Free time.

Breakfast in the hotel

A continental breakfast is served.

Departure from Chisinau

Transfer to the estate of Manuc-Bei - a famous politician of the Ottoman Empire.

Visiting Manuc-Bei Estate

The palace of the Armenian boyar, who served as a diplomatic translator at the court of the Sultan, is located in the city of Hincesti. Manuk-Emanuil Mirzoyan played a significant role in one of the Russian-Turkish wars, when he actively contributed to the conduct of peace negotiations between the Ottoman and Russian Empire. The estate complex consists of several buildings: a palace, a hunting lodge, service buildings, a library.

Transfer to the winery “Milestii Mici”

Milestii Mici is a real wine kingdom underground, which is located at a depth of 85 meters.

Guided tour of the “Milestii Mici” wine galleries

Acquaintance with one of the most famous wineries in Moldova. There are more than 200 kilometers of underground galleries. Winery ``Milestii Mici`` was listed in the Guinness Book of Records for the largest wine collection, which has about 1.5 million bottles. An excursion awaits us, tasting 3 types of wine and lunch.

Transfer to the winery “Asconi”

Asconi is one of the largest wine producers in Moldova, specializing primarily in the production of wines from classic French grape varieties.

Visiting ``Asconi`` winery

As part of a tour of the winery, you will get acquainted with the process of wine production, as well as with the features of growing, harvesting and processing grapes. At the end of the tour, everyone can have a good time and have dinner in the restaurant of the winery with a large selection of dishes of Moldavian national cuisine.

Return to Chisinau

Transfer to the hotel. Free time.

Breakfast in the hotel

A continental breakfast is served.

Departure from Chisinau

Transfer to the village of Crocmaz.

Visit to ``Et Cetera`` Winery

“Et Cetera” is a family winery in Moldova, located in one of the most favorable areas for viticulture. You will have the opportunity to taste quality wines directly from the barrel.

Transfer to the winery “Purcari”

“Purcari” - the legendary wine cellars that have remained unchanged since 1827.

``Purcari`` Winery Tour

Excursion to the winery “Purcari” - the birthplace of the famous wines “Negru de Purcari” and “Roșu de Purcari”, which are served at the Queen’s court. One of the features is that the winery is located at the same latitude as the wine region of France - Bordeaux. The wines acquire a purple hue due to rubidium in the soil.

Return to Chisinau

Transfer to the hotel. Free time.

Breakfast in the hotel

A continental breakfast is served.

Departure from Chisinau to Transnistria

Crossing the Moldavian - Transnistrian border. Customs control.

Visit to Bender Fortress

One of the largest fortresses in Moldova and Europe, which begins its history from the 12th century, is located in the city of Bender on the banks of the Dniester River. She played an important role in numerous military campaigns.

Transfer to Tiraspol

You will get acquainted with the history of Tiraspol, the most important political, cultural and economic center of Transnistria.

Tour of Tiraspol

On the left bank of the Dniester in Transnistria, is the city of Tiraspol - the third largest city in Moldova. The history of the city begins in 1792, after which a peace treaty was signed between the Russian and Ottoman empires. Visiting sights and interesting places such as: the central square of Suvorov, the oldest theater of Moldova named after Aronetskaya, Victory Park and others.

Lunch at the Kumanek restaurant

The original interior of the restaurant offers traditional dishes of Ukrainian and European cuisine.

Transfer to The Castle “Mimi”

Mimi Castle is currently one of the most beautiful architectural masterpieces in the world of wine.

Visit to the wine castle “Mimi”

You will get acquainted with the unique attraction of Moldova, an interesting object of the world wine industry. It was the winery ``Mimi``, at the very beginning of its existence, raised the level of viticulture and winemaking in the country to a new, more modern level. She was visited by Nicholas II himself - the last monarch of Russia. Tasting three types of wine.

Return to Chisinau

Transfer to the hotel. Free time.

Breakfast in the hotel

A continental breakfast is served.

Departure from Chisinau

Transfer to Gagauzia - an autonomous territorial entity in the south of Moldova.

Sightseeing tour of the city of Comrat

Comrat is the capital and the most important center of Gagauzia. The first official mention of the city dates back to 1789, as evidenced by various written sources. Visiting the main attractions and places like the Walk of Fame, the Orthodox Cathedral of St. John, a monument to V.I. Lenin and others.

Transfer to the ``Vinuri de Comrat`` Winery

The winery was founded in 1897, in the city of Comrat.

Tour of the winery “Vinuri de Comrat”

You will visit one of the most famous wine enterprises of Gagauzia, get acquainted with the history of winemaking, wine production technology in these parts. A tasting of five types of wine and lunch is also provided.

Transfer to the village of Besalma

Besalma was founded in 1791. The village is famous for its custom to preserve the traditions and culture of the Gagauz people.

Excursion to the Gagauz Museum in Besalma

Visiting the world's first museum of Gagauz culture and life named after Dmitry Kara Choban, getting to know more than 15,000 exhibits. Optionally, a photo session in national Gagauzian costumes.

Return to Chisinau

Transfer to the hotel. Free time.

Breakfast in the hotel

A continental breakfast is served.

Free time

You can visit the souvenir market and purchase souvenirs from Moldova.

Transfer to Chisinau International Airport