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Highlights of Moldova - Curchi, Old Orhei and Cricova (Optional)

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8 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Romanian

Overview

Are you looking for a short and memorable adventure ? Old Orhei complex, Curchi Monastery and Cricova wine cellars is the best option for you!

We will start the tour with one of the most beautiful Monastery in Moldova - “Curchi”, a real pearl of our religious life.

Next on our itinerary is Old Orhei, the most famous sight of the country. Here you will visit archaeological sites dating from 4th century and authentic houses (Butuceni village).

Visit of the Cave Monastery which was expanded and modified inside the cliffs by monks over the centuries. Enjoy the magnificent scenery through the windows of the monastery.

After the tour of the Cave Monastery, we will take you to Cricova Wine Cellars. You will see over seventy streets covering a distance of 120km, each bearing Bacchic names: Sauvignon, Cabernet, etc.

Wine tasting is not including. You can choose the package and pay at the winery (Cash or Card):

1. Tour + 1 wine = 24 EURO per person
2. Tour + 4 wines = 39 EURO per person

What's Included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Parking Fees
  • Guide services in English
  • Lunch Lunch is not included, but we will be happy to organize it for you at request.
  • Alcoholic beverages Wine tour/tasting is not including. You can choose the package and pay at the winery (Cash or Card): 1. Tour + 1 wine = 24 EURO per person 2. Tour + 4 wines = 39 EURO per person
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Dear guests, please choose a hotel from the list above and we will be happy to pick you up from the indicated location. Best regards.

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Chisinau

Meet and greet in Chisinau. 1 hour drive to Churchi Monastic Complex.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Manastirea Curchi

We will start the tour with one of the most beautiful Monastery in Moldova, “Curchi”. This is a real pearl of our religious life. Here you’ll visit some churches, and among them – the “Virgin’s Assumption” Cathedral, built by the drawings of genius architect Bartolomeo Rastrelli.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Old Orhei Archeological Complex

Old Orhei (Orheiul Vechi) - 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, which was expanded and modified inside the cliffs by monks over the centuries. Christian churches provide magnificent scenery through the windows of the monastery which still functions today.- 50 min. free time for lunch (lunch cost is not included)
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3 hours Admission Ticket Included

Cricova Winery

In the afternoon we will continue with Cricova underground galleries. You will see over seventy streets covering an area of nearly 53 hectares, each bearing Bacchic names: Sauvignon, Cabernet, etc. There is one story always told in this place about the Russian pilot Yuri Gagarin, who during a visit in 1966, after getting tipsy, got lost and missed the exit.Dear Guests, the winery tour/tasting is not including. You can choose the package and pay at the winery (Cash MDL or Card):Option 1. Tour + tasting of 1 wine = 25 EURO per person Option 2. Tour + tasting of 4 wines = 37 EURO per person
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Chisinau

After the tour of Old Orhei, we will drive you back to your hotel in Chisinau
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • The temperature in the wine cellars is about + 12 Celsius (52 F), therefore you need to have with you some worm clothes.
  • Alcohol consumption legal age is 18
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Highlights of Moldova – Curchi, Old Orhei and Cricova (Optional)?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).This tour 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. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Parking Fees
  • Guide services in English
  • LunchLunch is not included, but we will be happy to organize it for you at request.
  • Alcoholic beveragesWine tour/tasting is not including. You can choose the package and pay at the winery (Cash or Card): 1. Tour + 1 wine = 24 EURO per person 2. Tour + 4 wines = 39 EURO per person

Additional Info

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  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Total duration is with the driving time included (1 hour for 1 direction)
  • The temperature in the wine cellars is about + 12 Celsius (52 F), therefore you need to have with you some worm clothes.
  • Alcohol consumption legal age is 18
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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