Itinerary

1. Chisinau Tour

   • Meet a guide and enjoy a day trip in the Moldavian capital, Chisinau.

   • Find out about the history of two of Moldova’s most beautiful monasteries. 

   • Visit Hâncu Monastery, one of the most visited historical monuments and one of the leading churches of Moldova. The convent is surrounded by many underground springs with holy water that attract people from all around the world.

   • Explore one of the oldest and most beautiful monuments in Moldova, the Capriana Monastery. For a long time, this monastery was the residence of the Metropolitan of Moldova. It was patronized by many Rulers of Moldova including Stefan the Great. 

   • Discover Chisinau’s main attractions, their own Arc de Triomphe, the 1841 Holy Gates at the center of the city and stroll through one of the city’s parks and learn about Prince Stefan, the noble symbol of Moldova’s medieval past.

   • Stop at Russia’s national poet, Alexander Pushkin's tiny cottage, where he lived for 3 years during his exile. The interior is filled with original furnishings and personal items, including a portrait of his beloved Byron.

   • Go to the Cricova Winery, situated at a depth of 50-80 meters, representing a real underground city. Drive through the big Moldavian cellars, where Vladimir Putin keeps his wine. 

   • Find Herman Goering’s private collection, taken by the Red Army from Berlin in 1945. Considered to be the pearl of Moldovan winemaking, Cricova is the founder of the production of high-quality elite wines. The influence of Ancient Greece and the Roman period is reflected in the reliefs that can be discovered inside the winery. In this unique place, have to opportunity to discover the steps to wine tasting and try a selection of the great range of wines.

   Afterwards, be transferred back to Iasi.