Five day tour in Moldova
Description
Transnistria is a narrow strip of land nestled between Moldova and Ukraine, established in 1990. It is divided into 5 administrative regions and two free cities. The country impresses with the communist style evident in its architecture.
The Tighina Fortress dates back to the 15th century and was built by the greatest Moldovan ruler, Stephen the Great.
Old Orhei is an open-air museum and an ancient culture and civilization. It is included in the UNESCO Heritage. Here, you can experience what is known as "traditional Moldovan."
The Gagauz Autonomous Territorial Unit. Gagauz people are a unique Turkic ethnic group that coincidentally falls under Orthodox jurisdiction. At the end of the 19th century, after the next Russo-Turkish war, a small Turkish people came from Altai.
Curchi Monastery was built between 1773-1775 in Baroque style, inspired by the Church of St. Andrew in Kiev. The cathedral has the largest dome in Moldova – 57 m.
Cricova Winery is a true underground wine city, with streets bearing the names of grape varieties, representing a "wonder of the world." It spans an area of 120 km, with galleries at a depth of 35-80 m, and contains 30 million liters of wine.
"Aquatir" Sturgeon Breeding Complex is a modern facility for breeding sturgeon species, utilizing the latest advancements and technologies in sturgeon farming, making the complex both efficient and environmentally friendly. We produce high-quality products that meet international standards.
Program
14:00 - Check-in at the hotel
16:00 - City tour of Chișinău
20:00 - Dinner
8:00 - Breakfast at the hotel. Visit to the Gagauzia area, inhabited by Gagauz people.
10:00 - City tour of Comrat (the capital of Gagauzia).
13:00 - Visit to Comrat Winery with tasting and traditional Gagauz cuisine.
15:00 - Visit to Besalma - a Gagauz village. Visit: traditional Gagauz house, windmill, Gagauz National Museum of History and Ethnography.
19:00 - Arrival at the hotel.
8:00 - Breakfast at the hotel.
10:00 - Visit to the largest sturgeon factory, "Aquatir."
11:00 - Visit to Transnistria: Tighina Fortress, city tour of Tiraspol, and visit to the largest Cognac Factory, "Kvint."
19:00 - Dinner at a traditional restaurant with a folkloric show (optional).
8:00 - Breakfast at the hotel.
10:00 - Visit to Curchi Monastery - a true gem of our religious life.
11:00 - We will explore the "Old Orhei" museum complex - an open-air archaeological and historical site.
16:00 - Excursion and wine tasting at "Cricova" - the "underground city" of wine, one of the largest labyrinths, spanning 120 km.
19:00 - Arrival at the hotel.
9.00 -Breakfast
11.00 -Transfer to the Airport
Prices
The cost includes:
- Accommodation for 4 nights in a 4-star hotel in Chișinău (Bristol, Flowers, or Jolly Allon)
- Guide throughout the tour
- All excursions and entrance tickets as per the itinerary
- Excursion and wine tasting at Cricova Winery, Kvint, Comrat Wines, Aquatir
- Transport