Top Moldova Bus Tours

Visit one of the oldest wineries in Moldover and discover rich cultural heritage on this full day tour. Discover wine cellars set in a unique underground city, with a vast labyrinth of streets. Visit the Old Orhei reservation and the beautiful Curchi Monastery; must-see sites for history lovers. Taste the excellent wines and enjoy a local lunch at an ethnic village (lunch not included).

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.

We offer you an excursion dedicated to one of the regions of Moldova: "Gagauzia". This little-known region is located in the south of Moldova. It is populated by the Gagauz, a Turkish-speaking population largely Russified and historically close to the Turks of Anatolia. They thus speak a Turkish dialect (but also Russian) and they are Orthodox Christians (and not Muslims). Historically, the Turkish-speaking Christians of Bulgaria, the "Gök-oğuz" or Gagauz, were established here in 1812, among the Moldovans, when the Russian Empire annexed Bessarabia.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Explore the fascinating blend of history and culture in Bender and Tiraspol on this comprehensive full-day guided tour from Chișinău. Discover the impressive Bender Fortress, stroll through bustling local markets, and admire Soviet-era monuments while gaining insights from an experienced local guide about the region's unique past. This tour includes transportation, entrance tickets, and a complete sightseeing itinerary, ensuring a structured yet engaging experience. Perfect for history buffs and curious travelers alike, this tour offers a deep dive into the stories that shape Moldova today. – Citizens of Ukraine must book at least 2 weeks in advance, so we can arrange the required entry permit for Transnistria. – Important: International cards (Visa, Mastercard) do not work in the region. You must carry cash in USD or EUR, with bills in good condition, so they can be exchanged for local currency without problems. – Please make sure to have your passport with you for border control.

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.

Transnistria has preserved a lot of Soviet monuments, equipment, attractive places and facts that will be interesting for everyone to learn. Visiting Transnistria is like traveling on a time machine – not much has changed there since nowadays. The cities of Bender and Tiraspol, keep many soviet monuments, with a specific architecture. You should come to Transnistria especially if you’re from a country that was never a part of the Soviet Bloc or controlled by it. At Mimi Castle we will make an excursion, which will include a visit to: Historical Cellars, Production area, Castle's Gardens & Interiors. After excursion will continue with the tasting of 5 wines and a set of delicious traditional Moldovan and gourmet food appetizers: gravlax salmon with black bread, tomme cheese handmade with pear, pâté with almond rye cracker, mozzarella with cherry tomatoes and olives, and roast beef with wine sauce. The excursion at Castle Mimi Winery lasts about 90 minutes.

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.

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.

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.

A tour to Moldova offers travelers a unique experience, combining rich cultural heritage, scenic landscapes, and a taste of history. Over six unforgettable days, you will be transported into a fascinating world filled with ancient rock monasteries and serene landscapes adorned with neatly arranged vineyards. Moldova is well-known for its exceptional wine production, and on this tour, you'll visit famous “wine cities” like Cricova and Milestii Mici, where you can explore vast underground wine cellars and sample world-class wines. You'll also have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the unique Gagauz Turkish culture, experiencing a fascinating blend of traditions and customs from this ethnic minority. The tour further enriches the experience with a visit to Transnistria, a breakaway region that still carries traces of Soviet influence. This tour is perfect for those seeking an off-the-beaten-path adventure, offering a mix of history, culture, nature, and gastronomy.

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.

Not everyone gets to go back in time and experience what Soviet-era life was like. This tour from Chisinau to Transnistria in Moldova allows you to do just that. This is a private tour, so you and your group will go at your own pace, instead of having to stick to a fixed itinerary. You’ll visit places like the Suvorov Monument, Bender Fortress, Tiraspol, and more. Cameras ready for Soviet architectural relics.

Transnistria is one of Europe’s most unusual destinations, yet even many visitors never discover its remarkable collection of Soviet monumental art. Departing from Chisinau, this private tour brings together more than 30 mosaics and 10 monumental bas-reliefs hidden across Bender, Ghisca, Tiraspol, Blizhniy Khutor and Sucleia. Created mainly between the 1960s and 1980s, these artworks once decorated factories, schools, cultural centres, sports facilities, bus stops and public buildings. While many similar works disappeared elsewhere after 1991, dozens have survived here almost unchanged. No museums, queues or entrance tickets – just a journey through rarely visited cities, industrial districts and villages, exploring forgotten Soviet art with a local guide.

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.

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.

Two Moldova essentials in one day: capital city attractions and Cricova tasting Story-rich guide (simplified history, tasty culture) Comfortable transfers and scheduled entry – no logistical stress

Just one hour away from Chișinău lies Transnistria — a self-proclaimed republic with its own government, currency, army, and Soviet identity. This full-day experience takes you deep into one of Europe’s most unusual and least explored destinations. As you cross the border, everything begins to feel different, soviet symbols appear everywhere, wide boulevards and monumental buildings dominate the cities, time seems frozen in another era. This is more than a sightseeing tour; it is an immersive journey into history, politics, identity, and everyday life inside a territory that officially does not exist.

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.

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.

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.