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Tour to Old Orhei &Cave Monastery &Cricova cellar tour

7 hours and 30 minutes

Easy

Best of Moldova Tour: Curchi Monastery, Orheiul Vechi & Cricova Winery
Dear Guest,
This tour perfectly combines Moldova’s rich medieval history with its world-famous wine culture in one unforgettable day.

Begin your journey with a comfortable pickup from your location in Chișinău and travel to Cricova Wine Cellars, one of the largest underground wine cities in the world. Explore the impressive tunnels, learn about Moldova’s winemaking traditions, and enjoy a guided wine tasting in an elegant setting.

After the tasting, continue to Old Orhei, the most picturesque and historically significant place in Moldova. Visit the Old Orhei Archaeological Complex and the Medieval Town Museum, where ancient civilizations, dramatic limestone cliffs, and traditional rural life come together.

The experience concludes with time for lunch in Butuceni (lunch is optional and paid separately).

This tour is unique for its perfect balance of culture, history, nature, spirituality, and wine, all guided by local experts who bring Moldova’s stories to life.
What's included?
  • Entry tax
  • Entry or admission fee

Guided tour of Cricova Winery (wine tasting optional, based on your selected package)

Bottled water

Snacks

Professional guide

Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions
  • Food & drinks
Lunch
Please note
  • Passport required
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not recommended for people with heart conditions
  • Pickup details: Pickup is available from any hotel or accommodation in Chișinău city center. 
  • Please indicate your exact pickup address (hotel name or private apartment address) at the time of booking. The driver/guide will meet you at the main entrance of your accommodation. The pickup time will be confirmed 1 day before the tour.
What to bring

    What to Bring

    Comfortable walking shoes – paths at Old Orhei and around the cave monastery are uneven and may be rocky

    Weather-appropriate clothing – light layers in summer, warm jacket in cooler seasons

    Modest attire for the monastery – shoulders and knees covered; a light scarf is useful

    Camera or smartphone – for panoramic views and underground wine galleries 📸

    Water bottle – especially during warm months

    Sun protection – hat, sunglasses, sunscreen (spring–summer)

    Cash or card – for souvenirs, wine purchases, or optional expenses

    Small backpack – practical for personal items during the tour

    Good to Know

    The temperature in Cricova cellars is around +12°C year-round, so a light jacket is recommended even in summer

    Wine tasting is available only for adults (18+) 🍷