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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.

Transnistria Tour & Cricova Cellar with Wine Tasting Come with us to discover one of Europe’s most unexplored corners — Moldova! This unique tour offers a fascinating mix of culture, history, nature, and pleasure, taking you to some of the most intriguing places in the region. ⭐ Why join us? Explore Europe’s least-visited country and step into Transnistria — a self-declared republic that ‘doesn’t exist’ on the map, a living Soviet relic still flying the hammer and sickle. Travel safely with an experienced local guide. Visit both Bender and Tiraspol, the main cities of Transnistria. Admire striking Soviet architecture. After the Transnistria experience, we return to Moldova for an unforgettable afternoon underground: Cricova Winery (or optionally, the world-record-holding Milestii Mici) Discover the legendary underground wine city of Cricova, with over 120 km of tunnels. Wander its wide avenues lined with barrels, visit tasting rooms, and enjoy a guided wine tasting.

Explore the town of Chisinau on this private walking tour. Your guide will explain the history of the city, founded in 1420, but remade after WWII. You’ll see Stalinist architecture mixed with modernism in its churches, museums, and parks. At the end of the tour, relax in a cosy pub with some local cherry liqueur.

Instead of trying to navigate and explore Odessa on your own, this tour makes it easy and takes you on a convenient journey from Moldova. Your journey begins with a convenient pickup from your hotel or accommodation in Chisinau. Experience the charm of Odessa as you stroll through Theatre Square. Marvel at the architecture, learn about the rich history, and don’t miss the chance to visit the Opera and Ballet Theater.

Tired of cookie-cutter tours that feel like a checklist? This personalized trip through Transnistria (an unrecognised country within Moldova, and known locally as Pridnestrovie) is tailored to your pace. Instead of rushing through landmarks, explore with a local artist who shows you both top sights and hidden corners most tourists miss. It’s the perfect way to truly understand the country—with time to ask questions, hear real stories, and let Transnistria speak for itself.

We invite you to discover Transnistria – the place where the old USSR is still alive and flourishing. It is a breakaway territory within the internationally recognized borders of Moldova. The country’s national coat of arms still includes the traditional hammer and sickle and the Lenin is revered till today. Our first stop will be the Bender fortress - an architectural monument of the XVI century. It was built on the model of the Western European structure of bastion type. You can walk along the walls enjoying the great views of the Dniester River. After Bender, we take you to Tiraspol, the capital of Transnistria and the 2nd largest town of Moldova. We will take you to the major attractions of Tiraspol, such as V. Lenin monument and House of Soviets, the Transnistrian Parliament (25 October Ave, Tiraspol), the Afghanistan War Memorial, Monument-tank, and more. Possible extensions for this tour: KVINT Distillery (Tiraspol), MIMI Wine Castle, Asconi Winery or Noul Neamt Monastery.

Each winery tour allows you to discover the fascinating story behind Castel Mimi and taste some of the best Moldavan wines. The winery tour includes a captivating walk through the chateau’s cellars, gardens, courtyard and the production area of the winery. The winery tour is concluded with guided wine tastings that will provide you with a great sensorial experience. All but one of our tours also includes a selection of traditional Moldovan, gourmet tasting dishes. In conclusion we can say that you will have a trip with a tasting of selected wines at one of the most refined wineries in the country - Castel Mimi. We will have a wonderful time here, in an atmosphere that is as authentic as it is modern. You will feel pampered by the intoxicating aromas of the wines! The winery is not open on Mondays and Tuesdays.

Explore the Transnistria exclusion zone on this one day tour from Chisinau, and learn all about Soviet-era history. Your guide will tell you all about the locals’ fight for independence, you’ll visit the Suvorov Monument, and be one of the few tourists who explore this breakaway republic. Also visit Bender and Tiraspol, too.

Discover Moldova's rich winemaking history as you embark on a wine tasting tour to two prestigious vineyards. Visit an underground wine cellar in Cricova for a tour of the maturing and sparkling wine sections and enjoy a tasting with snacks. Then, head to Milestii Mici Winery, home to the world's largest wine collection, where you learn even more about wine and enjoy a guided tasting.

What makes this tour unique? Unlike a typical tour, there’s no script, no rushing, and no list of things you have to see. This is a private and completely customizable day — if you want to change the plan, stay longer somewhere, or skip something, we simply do it. Your guide is not a teacher giving you a history lesson. He’s a local who has lived his whole life in Moldova, showing you his country the way he would show it to a friend. Expect relaxed conversations, jokes, stories, spontaneous stops, and honest, non-biased opinions about Moldova and everyday life. Come as a guest, leave feeling like you spent the day with a local friend.

Gather your friends and join this exclusive 1-day tour, starting from Chisinau. Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of Gagauzia as you visit its historic and cultural landmarks, unlocking its captivating stories along the way. Savor the authentic cuisine and immerse yourself in the local culture. Embark on a tantalizing wine tour and indulge in a delightful tasting session, guided by our an art historian. Enjoy the comfort of round-trip private transfers, ensuring a seamless and stress-free journey.

If you want to feel the breath of the former Soviet Union, we invite you to visit Transnistria. It will be exciting and interesting. This region was formed after the war in 1992 and is independent from Moldova, although officially it is considered to be part of Moldova. It has its own currency, own president and three official languages. We will visit places and buildings from the former USSR. You will see Lenin monuments, the majestic House of Soviets in the style of Stalinism, the 16th century Bendery fortress. You will visit the USSR canteen, where many old Soviet things are collected . The highlight of your trip will be visit to a private guesthouse "Usadba Acasa" in a Bulgarian village of Parcani,where we will go for lunch. Lunch will be prepared by caring hosts in the best national traditions.Here you will taste delicious homemade wine and take part in a folklore performance,get acguainted with the life of local residents, national traditions

Join me for a fun, relaxed walk through Chisinau with plenty of wine! We meet at the Stefan cel Mare Monument (Stephen the Great 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!

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.

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.

Explore the city of Chisinau, the capital and largest city of Moldova, on this half-day private guided walking tour. See significant sites and attractions including Dendrarium Park, Organ Hall, cathedrals, and government buildings, and learn about the history of the city from your guide who also shares their own insights and experiences.

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.

Discover the hidden gems in Chisinau on this three-hour tour, with hotel pickup and drop-off. A local guide leads you to the city's notable sights and streets, steeped in Soviet influence. Explore the city on the banks of the Bic River, visiting places such as the Soviet Hotel "Cosmos", the Academy of Science, Central Boulevard, Pushkin Museum, Valea Morilor City Park, Eternity Complex of WW2 and Chisinau Cathedral Square.

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.

Visit one of the oldest wineries in Moldova and discover the rich cultural heritage on this full-day small-group tour. Explore Old Orhei Archaeological Complex and Manastirea Curchi (Curchi Monastery), offering a look at Moldova’s tradition of religious art and architecture. Then, head to the extensive Cricova wine caves, where you can opt to join a tour and wine tasting (additional fee). Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for convenience.

Chisinau becomes the crime scene in this self-guided detective game, where the clues are hidden in plain sight in the streets around you. The case is the murder of Balthasar, and the evidence is scattered across the old centre - past the Metropolitan Cathedral, the Pushkin bust, the Cascades Staircase and Saint Pantaleon Church. You decode messages, photograph what does not add up and press digital witnesses whose stories never quite line up. Every puzzle you crack removes a name from the list of suspects. Play as a couple, bring the children along, or send two or three teams out at the same time and turn the investigation into a race - which is what makes this murder mystery game work as well for a team outing as for a day out. The last answer is waiting somewhere in the centre of Chisinau.

Discover Moldovan flavors, cousine and landscapes on a day trip to Old Orhei and Butuceni village. Enjoy coffee inside a rock-carved restaurant, and toast to the perfect sunset at family-run winery.

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.

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.