Top Moldova Historical Tours - page 3

Skip the crowds this is a private tour for your group only! The beautiful green capital of Moldova is inviting you for an unforgettable tour in her inner courtyards. Situated on the Bic River it is ready to amaze you with architectural, historical, and natural beauty. What secrets and mysteries are hidden in Chisinau's inner courtyards? Why, so often, it is compared to Odessa? Can it be that Chisinau has its own Triumphal Arch? As you visit Chisinau, you need to visit one of its wineries, Mileştii Mici or Cricova, one of the most popular. The most famous courtyards Antonn Pann, Maria Cibotari, 31 august, N. Iorga, A. Sciusev, Vlaicu Pircalab, M. Kogalniceanu, Puskin will take you back in time and will show a different face of Chisinau. The local guide will revile the most amazing stories about city culture and traditions.

Chisinau is the beating heart of the Republic of Moldova. Razed to the ground during WWII the city was rebuilt afterwards by the Russians which explains the very Soviet looking buildings and the Stalinist architecture on its main boulevards. In between you can get a glimpse of some pre-WWII edifices, or try some of the hip cafes, bars and restaurants or the famous local wine in any of the dozen wineries around the city, or go for some antique shopping in Arbat. Experience first hand some of the main attractions this city has to offer: the park and the monument of Stephen the Great, a local medieval hero; the open book shaped Parliament Building; the Presidential Palace, the hotspot of the 2009 protests; Milestii Mici Wine store, to check and maybe try some of the world famous local wine; the City Hall with its early 20th century classic Gothic Italian style, one of the few of its kind left, and many more.

Skip the crowds—this is a private tour for your group only! Discover the most charming places in Chisinau with a professional guide while hearing fascinating stories and legends. Did you know Moldova once produced nearly two-thirds of all the wine consumed in the Soviet Union? You'll visit the famous Cricova Underground Wine Cellar—one of the largest in the world. Alongside world-class wine, enjoy traditional Moldavian cuisine that will delight your taste buds. Admire the stunning cathedral of the Moldovan Orthodox Church, built in a neoclassical style in the 1830s. Explore hidden gems in the city's streets and corners, each with its own story. Your guide will share what makes life in Chisinau so unique. This experience is perfect for first-time visitors who want to enjoy the culture, flavors, and spirit of Moldova in a personal and immersive way.

There are a few places in the world which still "breathe the air of Soviet Union" I invite you to dive into our world, esplore its beauty, taste its authenticity. Moldovans are famous for their hospitality - it represents the signature of the country, having earned Moldova the name of "piece of heaven"

Don’t miss the chance to see some of Moldova’s most interesting monasteries while you’re touring in Chisinau. Book this hassle-free tour that takes you to Capriana and Hincu, where your guide will tell you all about the monasteries in the areas. You’ll also have hotel pickup and drop-off, so you don’t need to be making those arrangements separately.

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.

Get to know the highlights of Gagauzian in just one day with this tour that conveniently departs from Chisinau. Join for an experience that includes visits to historic sites, winery tours with wine tastings, a traditional lunch, transportation, and guide services. Explore the Gagauzian culture from Chisinau city to Manucy Bei Mansion, Hinceti city, Comrat City, Besh alma village, and Dolai village.

Maximize your time in Moldova on this full-day tour from Chisinau and visit two popular attractions in one day. Discover Moldova’s winemaking heritage and enjoy a guided wine tasting during a tour of the Cricova winery, famous for its ‘underground city’ of wine cellars. After an included business lunch, explore Tiraspol, Moldova’s second-largest city and the unofficial capital of the Transnistrian Moldovan Republic.

Express Transdnistria Tour – Why Choose This Adventure? Step into a living Soviet museum – Explore a land where Lenin statues still dominate the skyline and Soviet symbols remain untouched. Discover two unique cities in one day – From Bender’s fortress and revolutionary history to Tiraspol’s Soviet charm, experience the best of Transdnistria. Taste the past – Enjoy a traditional Soviet canteen lunch where the menu, atmosphere, and flavors haven’t changed in decades. See a country that doesn’t officially exist – Travel through a breakaway republic with its own government, currency, and unrecognized borders. Perfect for history and culture lovers – An immersive blend of Soviet history, modern Transdnistrian life, and hidden local gems.

The remarkable Mileștii Mici Winery holds the Guinness World Record for the largest wine collection. Visit this incredible winery and explore its vast underground storage network with electric train, car, or bicycle options. This enormous collection includes about 1.5 million bottles stored in 55 km of tunnels, with underground ‘streets’ named for different grapes from Pinot to Cabernet Sauvignon. Taste high-quality wine on a private tour with hotel pickup.

Day Tour: Old Orhei Monasteries Complex & Brănești Cellar Wine Tasting Embark on a scenic tour to the Old Orhei Monasteries Complex, a fascinating historical site, followed by a wine tasting at Pivnitele from Brănești Winery, nestled in the forest near Orheiul Vechi in Brănești village. Explore the unique Orhei Cave Monastery, the charming village of Butuceni, and the breathtaking landscapes that are unlike anything else in Moldova. Afterward, you'll head to the winery for an unforgettable experience. At Brănești Winery, there are two tasting halls, one of which is located underground. These halls are beautifully decorated with wood and metal, showcasing themes related to vine cultivation and winemaking. Enjoy lunch at the Stone Age Complex of Pivnitele from Brănești Winery, where, thanks to the lack of internet and mobile phone signals, you can fully disconnect from the modern world and enjoy the peaceful surroundings away from city noise.

You will be picked up from your hotel in Chisinau and start the tour with our local guide. On this tour, you'll get information about city's amazing past, the current projects of development and many other interesting facts. Chisinau is known as the greenest capital in Europe, but also one of Europe's least-visited capital. In the program, you will find all the "highlights" of Chișinău: Stephen the Great Central Park, the Triumphal Arch, the Parliament and Government buildings, the Presidential Palace, Soviet-era architecture. You will discover the main landmarks and symbols of the city, including the monument to Stephen the Great, the Organ Hall - designed as a bank building, the Chișinău City Hall, etc. After the tour of Chisinau we invite you to visit Milestii Mici Winery, that is located 17km south of Chisinau. Milestii Mici - is the largest underground cave network with the biggest collection of wine in the world. Tasting of 3 Mileștii Mici wines and snacks is included.

Soroca - a beautiful northern Moldovan town, situated on the right coast of the Nistru river, thus beautiful views are guaranteed! Maybe Soroca is not the most famous attraction of Moldova and very few people visit it, but if you are one of those "different" - then this option is best for you! There are 3 main areas of Soroca, which worth visiting: - Medieval Fortress ( now on reconstruction) - Candle of Gratitude - Gypsy Hill. Let me explain those: SOROCA FORTRESS - now on reconstruction. CANDLE OF GRATITUDE Monument - is a 30 meters tall obelisk on the top of the hill, with 650 steps! The monument symbolizes gratitude to people who preserved Moldovan culture through centuries. GYPSY HILL - it is a crazy-looking architectural area of Roma people. Most of the houses look like small castles. You should see that!

Unlike rigid group excursions, this tour is flexible and unhurried, allowing you to enjoy each stop at your own pace. It’s designed for small groups, so you’ll have a more intimate experience with plenty of time to ask questions, take photos, and fully immerse yourself in the atmosphere. A highlight of the day is a delicious lunch at the seaside Chernomorka restaurant, included in the tour — a perfect moment to taste Odessa’s flavors while enjoying views of the Black Sea. With no strict schedule and a friendly guide, you’ll feel more like a guest than a tourist.

Transnistria is one of the most intriguing destinations for tourists visiting Moldova. This region, not recognized as an independent state yet possessing all the attributes of one, attracts visitors with its well-preserved traces of the Soviet era, which coexist — sometimes unexpectedly — with monuments from the Ottoman and Russian Empires, as well as with cultural symbols and memes of the present day.

The trip will take us to one of the most picturesque regions of the Codrii reservation, 40 km from Chișinău, where one of the oldest monasteries in Moldova is located – Căpriana (founded in 1429). Next, we will visit the place where the secrets of beekeepers are revealed – the Honey Mansion in Micleuseni village. A small kingdom of bees and a place that entices lovers of sweets. The hosts will offer a tour about honey production and a tasting of 3 types of natural honey. Next will do an excursion and wine tasting at Crama Mircești Winery. Located on one of the highest hills in Moldova, this vineyard is literally above all the others in our country.

Combine two popular day trip destinations on this full-day tour from Chisinau. Discover Moldova’s winemaking heritage and enjoy a guided wine tasting during a tour of the Milestii Mici winery, home to the world’s largest underground wine cellar. After lunch (own expense), explore Tiraspol, Moldova’s second-largest city and the unofficial capital of the Transnistrian Moldovan Republic.