Tour to Old Orhei &Cave Monastery &Cricova cellar tour tasting

Dear Guest, Explore the medieval history of OLD ORHEI in Moldova with Cricova Cellar wine tasting. This tour includes visiting Cricova cellars with wine tasting and the Old Orhei region. The tour starts with pick up from the location and after driving to Cricova cellar. Tour the underground cellar, after comes to the wine tasting. After the wine tasting, we are driving to the most picturesque place in Moldova. Museum Complex “Medieval Town of Orhei” Discover the most famous Old Orhei Archeological Complex. The 1-hour trip to the famous and holy shrine where we have to walk on foot. Time for lunch ( pay by yourself)Butuceni Moldavian traditional village.

With great pleasure, we kindly suggest you a special weekend for acquaintance, appreciation, and tasting of the best Moldovan wines. During this visit, you will discover various wines’ flavors and wonderful traditional cuisine. Today we’ll visit one of the most picturesque sites of Moldova – the Cultural and Natural Reserve «Orheiul Vechi» (Cave Monastery Complex) — 55 km from Chisinau. Here you will see an Orthodox cave monastery called “St. Maria Dormata” expanded and modified inside the cliffs by the monks over the centuries ago and preserved in a functional state. After the excursion, we’ll have lunch with a folk program at the Moldovan family pension located in the neighboring village.

The large territory of Old Orhei is filled with historical and archeological sites that are possible to explore. Visitors passionate about medieval architecture and history have an opportunity to see ruins and elements of buildings, holy places, and citadels discovered after archaeological excavations. These medieval historical sites include the Medieval Citadel, The Tatar Bath, The Monastery of the Birth of Virgin Mary, the Mosque and Caravanserai. In addition, the Old Orhei archeological complex includes ruins and historical sites belonging to different historical periods and traditions.

Old Orhei is a place full of history, legends, and natural landscapes that will take your breath away. Located in central Moldova, just a short 45-minute drive from Chisinau, Old Orhei (Orheiul Vechi) is a must-see destination for people interested in history, archeological sites, beautiful nature and local culinary traditions. The area of Old Orhei was declared a natural reserve during the Soviet period on 15 March 1968. This allowed for the protection and enhancement of the cultural and natural heritage of the area.

This tour includes visiting Cricova cellars with wine tasting and the Old Orhei region. The tour starts with pick up from the location and after driving to Cricova cellar. Tour the underground cellar, after comes to the wine tasting.

• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

• Tour to Old Orhei &Cave Monastery &Cricova cellar tour tasting
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• This Tour is Provided by Moldovatovisit&tours.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Chisinau.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
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• This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 12 valid reviews on VIATOR.
• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 5 Travelers is accepted for booking.