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Located on the banks of the Dniester River, Tipova Monastery stands out as a remarkable rock-hewn monastic complex, arguably the most impressive in Moldova and one of the largest in Europe. With multiple levels spread over a generous area, this monastery once housed over 700 monks in its hermitages, and today, there are hundreds of monk cells in the surrounding area. The origin of the monastic community dates back long before the establishment of the Moldovan feudal state. It is said that some cells were carved into the rocks along the banks of the Dniester as early as the 10th-12th centuries, serving as protection against barbarian invasions. The landscape in this area is simply stunning: the tranquil waters of the Dniester, steep cliffs concealing hundreds of cells and caves, the beauty of nature, and waterfalls. After exploring Tipova reservation we will continue our tour in a very picturesque village - Lalova, where wwe will take a lunch in a nice guesthouse - Hanul lui Hanganu.
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Full-Day Hiking Trip to Tipova Cave Monastery and Lalova Village
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Discover the best that the Moldovan capital has to offer as you explore Chișinău on a sightseeing tour. With a private guide, walk through the streets of the city and see the main highlights such as the city mosque, National Museum, and the Triumphal Arch. Then, drive out to the famous Milestii Mici Winery to explore the ancient underground cellar and learn about winemaking.
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Mileștii Mici Wine Cellar World’s Largest &Chișinău City Tour
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Transnistria is a must place to visit if you are interested in the history of the USSR in Moldova. This "dissident republic" is still politically and economically aligned with Russia and feels very different from other parts of Moldova. Visit the town of Tighina with its medieval fortress, Chitcani and its religious complex, and Tiraspol with its Soviet architecture. As this is a private tour, you can ask plenty of questions throughout the tour and enjoy a more personalized experience.
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Return to the USSR - Excursion in Transnistria
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Combine Chisinau highlights with a tour of Milestii Mici on a day that’s tailored to you. Private service from a personal guide means you can enjoy each destination at your own pace. Enjoy an included wine tasting and snack at Milestii Mici, then check out key sites in Chisinau. Door-to-door transport makes it easy to fit in an excursion even if time is tight.
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Milestii Mici winery - City Tour of Chisinau
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Experience life in the countryside on this private farmhouse tour. Hike through the limestone outcroppings, and along the valley carved by the river. Discover Old Orhei, the medieval cave monastery hidden on the cliff - an archaeologically, culturally and historically significant site. Feel like a farmer for a day at Ferma Veche guesthouse - feeding the animals and enjoying the picturesque countryside.
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Half-Day Private Guided Tour of Orheiul Vechi and a Farmhouse
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Explore Chisinau’s historic landmarks and gain a private perspective of the city’s green spaces on an eco-friendly bike tour. Zip across the city centre with ease, covering more distance than possible by foot, while learning about the city’s varied history from our guide. It’s an active and flexible way to experience the diverse architecture and contemporary culture of our capital.
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Chisinau Half-Day Private Tour by Bike with Local Guide
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See more, experience more, and feel the energy of Chișinău on a guided bike tour through Moldova's green and welcoming capital. Orientate yourself in Chisinau and discover the city’s highlights as well as its hidden gems on a bike tour. Zip easily between landmarks, saving time and covering more ground that possible by foot, ideal for visitors with limited time in the city. Visit highlights such as the Nativity Cathedral, the Triumphal Arch, Stephen the Great Boulevard, Parliament Square, Valea Morilor Park, and the beautiful Dendrarium. Along the way, your local guide will share fascinating insights into Moldova's history, culture, architecture, and everyday life. - Choose from multiple routes and durations to match your interests and schedule - Get the inside scoop on Chisinau from a local guide - Enjoy exploring a mix of famous and lesser-known Chisinau sights - Learn about the city’s history and culture from your guide.
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Guided Bike Tour of Chisinau's Hidden Gems
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We offer a dedicated excursion to the north of Moldova. You will visit the town of Soroca, founded in 1420, is located in the north 160 km from Chisinau, in the Nistru valley, being surrounded by hills and centuries-old forests. The Russians compared Soroca to Yalta, which is in Crimea, while the Romanians called it Sinaia Bessarabian. The tourist objectives that you will visit are: The medieval fortress of Soroca The recognition candle - the symbol of the Moldovan people, erected in tribute to the anonymous heroes who fought to preserve, protect and transmit the culture, language and history of Moldova through the generations. Gypsy Hill - where you will discover a curious reproduction of the White House or an unusual copy of the Moscow Bolshoi.
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Discovery of the city of Soroca
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It is an amazing experience! You will visit places that can dissapear in few years and you will not see them! Transnistria is unique and like an anomaly, an unrecognized country in the world. It is a duying socialist country.
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Transnistria - Discover Soviet style and inspiration
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The Palace of Versailles is one of the top day trips from Paris, but arranging the logistics on your own can be a hassle. Enjoy a stress-free day on this day trip that includes convenient round-trip transportation from your Paris accommodation and pre-booked tickets to avoid a wait at the entrance. Enjoy free time inside the palace and gardens to explore on your own, ideal for independent travelers.
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Paris-Versailles Roundtrip in a Van with tickets
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Discover the perfect balance between spiritual heritage and refined wine culture on your tour to Căpriana Monastery and Château Cojușna Winery. Begin your journey at one of Moldova’s most important monasteries, surrounded by peaceful forests and centuries of history. Explore the monastery, which includes the Churches of Virgin's Assumption (1545), Saint Nicholas (1840), and Saint George (1907), as well as the abbot's house, the refectory, and cells. The most ancient is the Virgin's Assumption Church, founded by Petru Rares. Continue the day with visiting Chateau Cojusna Winery - an elegant winery where tradition meets modern winemaking. Enjoy a wine tour and a wine tasting program, which includes a tasting of 4 high-quality wines and appetizers. Enjoy guided visits in Moldova, beautiful landscapes, and a curated wine tasting experience that highlights the flavors of the Codru region.
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Discover Căpriana Monastery & Château Cojușna Wine Tour
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We have the opportunity to visit the "Martha and Mary" Monastery, located near the village of Hagimus. It is a center of pilgrimage and reflection, where the monastery's churches house holy relics and remains, providing a space of spiritual peace and tranquility. In 2003, with the replanting of 250 hectares of vineyards and equipping the winery with the most advanced equipment, the modern era in the history of Château Purcari began, which was founded in 1827. Purcari wines started to be exported to over 25 countries around the world, becoming the calling card of the Republic of Moldova abroad. The tour to the "Purcari Winery" includes a visit to the grape processing section, the wine storage section, and the bottling section. Additionally, we visit the historical part – the cellars where the wine matures in barrels, the maturation of wine in bottles, the Purcari wine collection, and a tour of the tourist complex. At the end we'll organize a traditional lunch in Carahasani village.
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Visit Chateau Purcari Winery and Marta & Maria Monastery
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Transnistria & Chișinău: 8-Hour Soviet-Era and City Highlights Tour Experience an in-depth, full-day excursion from Chișinău that explores one of Moldova’s most intriguing regions. Accompanied by a knowledgeable local guide and professional driver, you will journey into Transnistria, a self-proclaimed breakaway territory renowned for its enduring Soviet-era ambiance. Discover the region’s unique history, culture, and its complex status within Eastern Europe. Tour Highlights: - Expert commentary and insights provided by a professional local guide throughout the day. - Enjoy a scenic drive across the border into Transnistria, where you will witness a rare and authentic snapshot of Soviet-era life and culture. - Benefit from a small group setting (approximately 2-12 travelers), allowing for a more personalized and engaging experience. - Return to Chișinău by late afternoon or early evening. Important Information: - Please ensure you bring your passport, as it is required for border
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Moldova in 1 Day: Chișinău City Tour + Transnistria Time Travel
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Transnistria is already one of Europe's most unusual destinations – but even many visitors who come here never discover one of its best-kept secrets: a scattered collection of Soviet mosaics that has survived largely intact since the Cold War era. This is the only tour that brings them together in a single experience. Across four locations – Bender, Ghisca, Tiraspol, and Sucleia – you'll see 15 mosaic panels and 2 bas-reliefs created by Soviet artists whose work was never intended as tourist attractions. These artworks were designed to inspire, educate, and communicate the values of their time. Today, they remain in place – slowly fading, yet still largely overlooked. All sites are located in open public spaces. No museums, no queues, and no entrance tickets. Just monumental art in the streets, explored with a guide.
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Transnistria Hidden Soviet Mosaics
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Most visitors to Transnistria see Soviet monuments and city squares. This tour takes you beyond them – into hidden military sites, underground tunnels, and places that even many locals have never visited. Just outside Tiraspol, in the villages of Parkany and Bychok, a forgotten layer of history still survives. Highlights include: 1. A real WWII-era defensive bunker (DOT) hidden on the outskirts of Parkany. 2. Exclusive access to a decommissioned Soviet anti-hail rocket station – an experience unavailable on any other tour in Transnistria. See original rocket models and an authentic launch control panel. 3. Exploration of underground limestone tunnels stretching for hundreds of kilometers beneath Bychok. 4. A walk along the Dniester River to a giant Soviet red star carved directly into the rock. 5. A panoramic viewpoint overlooking the Dniester. Led by Andrew, a local guide born and raised in Transnistria, this tour reveals a side of Transnistria that most visitors will never see.
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Secret Transnistria WWII Bunker Rocket Station and Tunnels
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Just 12 miles (20 kilometers) south of Moldova’s capital Chișinău lies Milestii Mici, a vast wine cellar said to accommodate about 2 million bottles. With this tour, a driver takes the wheel, ferrying guests to and around the underground complex. On a guided tour of the cellar, learn about Moldovan viticulture, and sample three different wines as well as typical Moldovan dishes.
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Milestii Mici Underground Winery Tour INCLUDING Wine tasting
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You will get an unique opportunity to visit the World's largest winery in the world - Milestii Mici Winery, founded in 1969 for small storing, maturing and preserving high quality wines. Underground tunnels with a length of 200 km are dug in layers of limestone rocks at depths between 35 and 80 meters. It represents an unique underground city, well-known all over the world by its huge labyrinths of streets and also biggest wine collection in the world. Another important tourist sight is Manuc Bei mansion, located in Hâncești town. Built at the beginning of the 19th century, in 1816. The project was realized by the famous Italian architect Bernardazzi. The so-called “Moldovan Versailles” palace respects the style of French classicism. We'll visit the hunting Castle, the Natural History and Ethnography Museum and The Manuc Bei Mansion.
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Visit the Largest Winery in the World and Manuc Bei Mansion
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Discover Chisinau’s historic center and the distinctive wines of Moldova on a tour that combines sightseeing with a wine tasting at Cricova Winery. You’ll see parks, grand buildings, churches, and memorials, then go underground into the maze-like Cricova cellars; from Soviet architecture to ancient history and locally crafted wine, your guide will share insights into Moldova's culture and history throughout the day.
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One Day Milesti Mici Winery(+wine tasting)and Chisinau City Tour
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The Old Orhei monastery complex, north of Chişinău, is a must-visit attraction in Moldova. Save yourself a trip to Chişinău’s chaotic central bus station and travel by private vehicle with hotel pickup on a small-group tour. Take a guided tour of the site, which includes the 13th-century cave monastery, and learn more at the Old Orhei Open Air Museum. Opt to visit a winery later, if you like.
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Old Orhei & Curchi Monasteries & Cricova winery (optional)
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Visit the unrecognized territory of Transnistria on a full-day, private tour from Chisinau that explores one of the most controversial places in Moldova. The history here is complex, but touring Transnistria with a personal guide is a great way to get the back story of each thing you see, from the self-declared capital of Tiraspol to Bender Fortress.
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Transnistria - country within another country
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For those who are pressed for time, this Chișinău city tour and winery visit is a great way to see a lot without taking up to much time. Join a small group and explore the highlights of the Moldovan capital to learn about the country’s history. Then, visit the Cricova Winery to learn about Moldova’s winemaking history and enjoy a tasting.
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Chisinau City Tour - Cricova Winery
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Explore the vibrant world of mosaic art on this immersive 4-5 hour tour, visiting four distinct settlements renowned for their artistic expressions. Discover the city of Tiraspol with three captivating locations, followed by the charming village of Sucleia featuring two unique sites. The city of Bender boasts eight remarkable locations showcasing 14 stunning mosaic artworks, while the village of Gisca offers an additional two sites for exploration. This tour is perfect for art enthusiasts and photography lovers alike, providing ample opportunities to capture the beauty of mosaic craftsmanship. - Duration of 4-5 hours, tailored to your photography needs - Visit Tiraspol, Sucleia, Bender, and Gisca for a cultural immersion - Explore a total of 15 unique locations with stunning mosaic art - Ideal for art lovers and photographers seeking unique experiences
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Mosaic Art Tour Tiraspol Sucleia Bender and Gisca
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Discover the stories and legacy of Moldova’s Jewish community on a half-day, private tour of Jewish sites in Chisinau, from the Holocaust Memorial to the Jewish Cemetery, Chisinau Synagogue, and Kishinev Jacobs Jewish Campus. Exploring with a private guide ensures you’ll have plenty of time to see the things that interest you, with the chance to search local archives, learn about specific historic events, and discuss Moldova’s modern-day Jewish community.
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Moldova Private Jewish Heritage Chisinau Tour
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Experience one of Europe’s most unusual and fascinating regions on a fully guided day trip from Chișinău to Transnistria. Unlike other tours, this itinerary offers a complete cultural immersion, combining Soviet-era history, local life, and iconic landmarks. • See Tiraspol’s Soviet-Era Icons: Explore Suvorov Square, the Lenin Monument, and the House of Soviets, where history feels • Step Back in Time at Bendery Fortress: Walk the grounds of this historic 16th-century fortress and learn its strategic role in regional history. • Hassle-Free Border Crossing: Your guide handles all checkpoint formalities, so you can relax and enjoy the journey without stress. • Unique Cultural Insights: Learn first-hand about Transnistria’s politics, traditions, and lifestyle from a local expert guide. This tour is perfect for history buffs, curious travelers, and anyone seeking an authentic and off-the-beaten-path experience. Don’t just see the region—understand it, taste it, and feel it.
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Tiraspol - Back in USSR soviet experience
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