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Cricova Winery & Old Orhei & Curchi Monastery

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6 to 7 hours (approx.)
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Overview

The tour is planned in such way, that you never get bored:
- Pick up at hotel/apartment
- 45 minutes drive to Cricova
- 2 hours excursion in the wine cellars
- 1 hour drive to Old Orhei - 1 hour exploration of the site
- 1 hour for relaxing lunch/dinner
- 1 hour drive back to Chisinau/hotel

Total time needed: 7 hours

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  • Snacks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Private tour
  • Lunch
  • Drinks
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Cricova Winery

Cricova Winery is the most luxury and one of the biggest underground wine cellars in the world. Sounds good right?
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Old Orhei

One of the most popular places of interest in Moldova is a touristic zone called Old Orhei(Orheiul Vechi), which is situated on the Raut River (Răut Rău). It is a nation’s patrimony, which is located about 60 km away from the capital city Chisinau, among three villages: Butuceni, Morovaia and Trebujeni. Orhei Vechi is an archaeological and historical complex, which consists of two moderate but very old museums, ancient rocky church and also several private old-fashioned hotels in a very traditional style, located in villages Butucheni and Trebujeni. Old Orhei is an exceptionally quiet and delightful place with impressive landscapes and huge historical background which bring the tourists to discover Moldova's ancient roots.
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3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Butuceni

Butuceni Eco Resort is located in a picturesque place that fascinates with its beauty. It is a rocky area with endless green areas on the river Raut. Butuceni village is located 47 km from Chisinau and 18 Km from Orhei. The householders of Eco Resort Butuceni had set an objective that whoever would pass in their house to fell as good as an Moldovan feels at mother’s home. The “lejanca” – bed with clay walls that is heated with fire from the inside, with tasty “placinta”-homemade pie and homemade wine will make a special impression that may be never forgotten. The householders are also proud to present their house farm, with a large variety of animals and birds. From the farm you can make your child happy with a trip on the pony or horse. enjoying the landscapes of Butuceni. Here you can taste the fruits and vegetables which are grown in the orchard of the Eco Resort Butuceni.
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Manastirea Curchi

The complex of the Curchi monastery is located in one of the most amazing places in the center of Moldova, in the vicinity of the village of Buzesti. It is located on two terraces and is surrounded by a stone wall with several corner towers.The ensemble of the monastery consists of two churches - the summer Svyatodmitriyevskaya, built at the expense of Iordace Curchi, and the winter Christmas of Our Lady, built later, at the beginning of the XIX century. Of particular interest is the winter church erected in 1810. With its construction, the architects turned to the best traditions of classicism, applying in parallel some baroque techniques. In addition, the structure of the monastic architectural ensemble included nine buildings with cells and the abbot's quarters of the structure of the beginning of the 20th century, a garden and a small stone pool. Previously, a hotel, school and orphanage operated at the monastery.
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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Minimum drinking age is 18 years
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Operated by a business

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Cricova Winery & Old Orhei & Curchi Monastery?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
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  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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  • Wine tasting.
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  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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  • Operated by a business

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