Cricova Winery & Orheiul Vechi + Curchi Monasteries Day Trip

On this excursion from Chisinau, we'll visit the Cricova winery and the monasteries of Orheiul and Vechi, essential sites of Moldovan cultural heritage.

Description

At the scheduled time, we will pick you up from your hotel in Chisinau to explore Moldova's significant cultural landmarks.

Our first stop will be at two renowned monasteries: the Curchi and Orheiul Vechi monasteries. We will first visit Curchi, located in the Vatici Valley within the Codru forests. Here, we will discuss the monastery’s history and distinctive features of Moldovan religious architecture.

Next, we will travel to Orheiul Vechi, an open-air museum showcasing the ruins of ancient settlements and fortresses, including the remnants of the Mongol city of Shehr Jedid and a rock church. After exploring these archaeological sites, you will have free time for a meal at a traditional restaurant offering typical Moldovan cuisine.

Post-lunch, we will proceed to the Cricova winery, the second-largest in the country. The winery features caves at depths of 60 to 80 meters (196 to 262 feet) and has hosted notable figures such as astronaut Yuri Gagarin.

We will take a tour of the facilities and learn about the winemaking process. Following the visit, we will return to Chisinau and drop you off at your hotel after approximately 8 hours of activity.