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Tour to Old Orhei &Cave Monastery &Cricova cellar tour (optional)

7 hours and 30 minutes

Easy

Best of Moldova Tour: Curchi Monastery, Orheiul Vechi & Cricova Winery (optional)
Dear Guest,
This tour perfectly combines Moldova’s rich medieval history with its world-famous wine culture in one unforgettable day.
Curchi Monastery – Spiritual Beauty Next, visit the beautiful Curchi Monastery, one of the most impressive monasteries in the country.

Old Orhei is 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.
Cave monastery carved into limestone cliffs
Ancient fortifications and ruins
The local museum
Learn about the region’s medieval history while admiring breathtaking views over the Răut River valley.

The experience concludes with time for lunch in Butuceni (lunch is optional and paid separately).
The final stop
Cricova Winery (optional)
Over 120 km of underground cellars
The unique “underground wine city.”
What's included?
    guide
    Air-conditioned vehicle
    Exclusions
    • Food & drinks
    Lunch
    Cricova wine tasting
    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. Pickup time will be confirmed one 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+) 🍷