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Wine culture is such a big part of Moldova heritage. The story of Milestii Mici Winery begins in an old stone-extracting mine, where the extraction of limestone over the years inadvertently created the perfect environment for wine maturation and storage. The Mileștii Mici winery is known for having tunnels over a total length of 200km and the largest wine cellar in the world. Today, the collection exceeds 2 million bottles and can be visited at any time of the year, with a constant underground temperature between 12-14 degrees Celsius. The winery is located approximately 16 kilometers south of Chișinău, in the Ialoveni district. Embarking on a journey to Mileștii Mici Winery offers not just a taste of exceptional wines but also an immersive experience into Moldova's rich cultural and historical tapestry.

Embrace luxury with a private wine tasting tour. Visit this underground wine cellar to develop your understanding of wine. Visit maturing areas, sample the beverages on offer and enjoy a plentiful supply of nuts, biscuits and water. Explore multiple locations while roaming rambling underground streets and the Moldovan country side in style in your own private air-conditioned vehicle.

Embark on a captivating 6-hour journey through time to Transnistria and Bender Fortresses from Moldova. Get ready for an unforgettable experience as you explore the fascinating cities of Bender, Tiraspol, and Odessa. Marvel at the impressive Soviet architecture, the Suvorov Monument, and Bender Fortress. This delightful tour of Odessa kicks off with a leisurely stroll around Theatre Square. Don't miss the chance to view the beauty of its renowned Opera and Ballet Theater.

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.

Join me for a fun, relaxed walk through Chisinau with plenty of wine! We meet at the Stefan cel Mare Monument to enjoy the first glass. I’ll share stories about the national hero, his "Saint" status, his legacy and why he is on every single paper bill in Moldova Next, we hit the Alley of Classics for the second glass. Learn about famous poets, their personal habits, and why Pushkin is there. We’ll discover 31st of August Street, which is considered by many the city's most beautiful road. Here I will show you great museums and restaurants that you can visit later. After visiting Queen Maria’s monument and hear the story of the German mayor, Carol Schmidt, we’ll head to the Parliament and Presidency. I’ll explain the 2009 protests and the shady history of the building's repair. We finish with a final glass of wine and my insider tips for the best restaurants, easy-to-reach wineries, and unforgettable nightlife. Discover the real Moldova with a local!

Explore Moldova's wine heritage aboard a vintage Soviet Lada, navigating through the vast underground tunnels of Cricova and Milestii Mici wineries and lunch at Asconi Winery. Experience the unique charm of these legendary cellars while tasting several glasses of exquisite Moldovan wine. This small group tour offers a light-hearted atmosphere with a slightly over-enthusiastic British wine host, ensuring a memorable adventure filled with stories and laughter. Each guest receives three bottles of wine and a Moldovan goody bag to take home, making this journey as rewarding as it is fun. Discover the underground wonders of Cricova and Milestii Mici wineries Enjoy multiple tastings of delicious Moldovan wine Enjoy lunch at Asconi winery Not wheelchair accessible. The tour includes moderate walking at wineries and underground wine cellars, including uneven surfaces, slopes and stairs. Boris, our vintage Soviet-era Lada, forms part of the character and atmosphere of the hosted experience.

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.

Indulge in luxury with this caviar and champange tour. Aquatir is one of the largest sturgeon facilities in the Black Sea region, the historic home of caviar. Partake in a tour of the facility to learn about the technology and practices used in fish farming and caviar preservation. Enjoy a professional tasting session that stimulates the senses with an authentic salty, rich and bubbly flavor profile.

This 5-day private journey is designed for 2–3 adults only and created for travelers who value clarity, choice, and thoughtful coordination over fixed packages. The tour is fully operated locally and personally hosted, ensuring attentive service and smooth organization from arrival to departure. Instead of rigid inclusions, we work with curated, high-quality options. Travelers receive direct access to carefully selected wineries, restaurants, and accommodation choices - with links, menus, pricing, and conditions - allowing them to make informed decisions based on their preferences and budget. Upon request, we recommend: top-rated hotels (typically rated 9.3+), impeccably maintained and secure apartments, a vetted selection of excellent local and winery restaurants. Optional services are selected by travelers and paid on site directly to the local providers. An unhurried, transparent, and genuinely personalized way to experience Moldova beyond surface-level tourism.

3-Day Private Moldova Discovery: Culture, Countryside & Wine Explore Moldova through a private 3-day itinerary combining cultural landmarks, sacred sites, and rural landscapes, with flexibility in accommodation, dining, and winery visits. New to Viator but fully established on the ground, our tours are professionally operated and personally hosted, delivering consistent, high-quality service throughout. What sets this tour apart: Instead of fixed hotels and preset experiences, we offer thoughtful recommendations and full freedom of choice — ensuring comfort, transparency, and a personal travel rhythm. Highlights: Private tour for 2–3 adults Flexible accommodation options from a curated hotel and apartment selection Dining at carefully chosen local and winery restaurants, selected by you Winery visits proposed according to your interests. A refined introduction to Moldova, shaped by expert planning and your personal preferences.

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.

Step into our historic cellar just 20 minutes from Chișinău and experience wine like never before. Meet the winemaker, uncover the secrets behind every bottle, and enjoy an intimate conversation about the vine, the soil, and the art of winemaking. Savor five carefully selected wines — from vibrant Viorica to a sophisticated Merlot–Sauvignon–Pinot Noir blend — each paired with authentic Moldovan dishes made from fresh, local ingredients. Whether you’re visiting as a couple, with friends, or as a family, our personalized tours let you explore at your own pace. From the historic cellar to the tasting table, every moment is crafted to be memorable. Book your visit today and turn a wine tasting into an unforgettable journey through flavor, tradition, and storytelling.

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.

This is a fully private 3-day journey through Moldova, designed for travelers who value comfort, flexibility, and personal attention. Instead of following a fixed script, each tour is shaped around your preferences — from where you stay to how you dine and experience local wines. Although new to this platform, our tours are fully operational, professionally organized, and personally hosted from start to finish by a local guide. Unlike standard tours with pre-selected hotels, fixed tastings, and set menus, we offer guidance and recommendations while leaving the final choices to you. Highlights Fully private tour for 2–3 adults Accommodation not pre-fixed; selected together based on comfort, location, and budget Dining without set menus; top city and winery restaurants recommended and arranged Wine experiences tailored to your interests, never standardized A private Moldova experience — thoughtfully hosted, your way.

Dear Guests, if you need a comfortable car and a professional driver in Moldova this is the BEST choice for you! What we offer: - Kia Carnival VAN 2020 y.p. - Professional driver with fluent English, Russian, and Romanian Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat Coordinated start times: 4:30 am - 11:59 pm For transfers to any Moldova and Romania cities - please contact us.

Venture out of the busy city of Chisinau by bike to explore the Cricova Winery. Follow your guide along both paved and unpaved roads to reach the vineyard where you are met with a snack. Then embark on a tour of the winery to learn about the winemaking process and sample the Moldovan wines. All necessary biking equipment and a transfer back to Chisinau are included.

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.

Join a unique painting class where you use wine as a natural painting medium instead of traditional paints. This class is suitable for all levels, including beginners. Guided step by step by an instructor, learn how to work with wine as pigment—exploring techniques such as layering, shading, dilution, and creating depth using different wine intensities. Beyond technique, the experience is calm, sensory, and meditative. As the wine dries and oxidizes, the colors evolve, making each artwork truly unique. It’s a creative process that encourages experimentation, patience, and attention to detail. All materials are provided, including paper, brushes, and selected wines used strictly for painting. Leave with your own finished artwork and a new creative perspective.

Be our Guest in Moldova! Meet your guide and begin a journey that blends exceptional wine culture with deep historical heritage. This mixed tour offers you the opportunity to explore one of Moldova’s most prestigious wineries, Château Purcari, followed by a visit to one of the country’s most mysterious and valuable medieval landmarks — The Church of the Assumption of the Virgin from Căușeni. Château Purcari – Moldova’s Legendary Winery Located near the borders of Moldova, Ukraine, and the Black Sea, Château Purcari is a true oasis and one of the most renowned wine estates in Eastern Europe. Known worldwide for its premium wines, Purcari continues to impress experts and wine lovers, winning numerous international awards including Decanter medals. Highlights you will experience: Guided tour of the winery, cellars, and production areas Tasting of Purcari’s exceptional wines, including signature blends Stories of aristocratic families, foreign founders, and winemaking traditions

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.

The best of Moldova wine tour. Excursion to Cricova and Milestii Mici Wineries with Wine Tasting. You will get an excellent opportunity to visit the biggest and most popular wine productions in Moldova - the wine cellars of "Milestii Mici" and Cricova Winery. They represent unique underground cities well-known all over the world by its huge labyrinths of streets and impressive collections of wine. Milestii Mici Winery - is the largest underground wine cellar with the biggest collection of wine in the world, recorded in Guiness Book of Records. With these packages, you may experience 4 types of wine, sparkling, snacks and interesting tours underground Getting some action and visit the world-famous Moldovan Cellars – Cricova, which is a real underground wine city with wide streets, warehouses, tasting rooms.

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.

Wine tour from Chisinau city. Our famous country with the best wineries, which one is Purcari Chateau- take your time in a comfortable car and taste the best wine in the world! Winery Château Purcari continues to be a pleasant oasis on the frontier of Europe. Moldova country. The Château is again known to the whole world for its premium wines, which have received awards and praise from international competitions like Decanter, Challenge International du Vin, Experience tells us that your visit to Purcari will be love at first sight, and be the perfect background for a lifetime of memories. EXCURSION - a tour of the “Purcari” Winery, which includes: The industrial part of the factory – grape processing department, department for storage of the wine, the bottling line. The historical part of the factory – visits to cellars, where wines are maturated in oak tanks and bottles;