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Highlights of Moldova - Curchi, Old Orhei and Cricova (Optional)
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Chisinau
Important Information
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Total duration is with the driving time included (1 hour for 1 direction)
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The temperature in the wine cellars is about + 12 Celsius (52 F), therefore you need to have with you some worm clothes.
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Alcohol consumption legal age is 18
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience 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.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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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 Ce...
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in English & Romanian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in English & Romanian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Guide services in English
Air-conditioned vehicle
Parking Fees
Lunch is not included, but we will be happy to organize it for you at request.
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
Highlights of Moldova - Curchi, Old Orhei and Cricova (Optional)
(59) Reviews
Chisinau
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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 Ce...
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in English & Romanian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in English & Romanian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Guide services in English
Air-conditioned vehicle
Parking Fees
Lunch is not included, but we will be happy to organize it for you at request.
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
Itinerary
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Chisinau
Meet and greet in Chisinau. 1 hour drive to Churchi Monastic Complex.
1 hour
2
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.
1 hour
3
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)
3 hours
4
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
2 hours
5
Chisinau
After the tour of Old Orhei, we will drive you back to your hotel in Chisinau
