Old Orhei Tours
Come discover the fascinating history of unknown Old Orhei. It has a rich history influenced by different cultures that have inhabited the region over time. Old Orhei is a place of one thousand and one questions - come discover some of those answers with Gloria. The day starts with a visit to Curchi Monastery, a pearl of our religious heritage. Here you'll see several churches, among them the "Virgin's Assumption" Cathedral, built by the drawings of genius architect Bartolomeo Rastreli.
This tour blends archeology and cultural history as you hike, explore, and discover the current local traditions. You will visit the Old Orhei complex, which includes caves, local museums, and churches, and you can hike while taking photos of all the geological formations and local people of the area. You will visit the Open Air Museum Complex, which is arguably Moldova's most fantastic sight. Here you will see an Orthodox cave monastery, "St. Maria Dormata," expanded and modified inside the cliffs by the monks over the centuries.
The tour continues to Cricova's underground wine cellar. Cricova is a national treasure and is one of the most well-known wineries in Moldova. Cricova represents a unique underground city, well-known all over the world by its huge labyrinths, not to mention its excellent wines and sparkling wines.
Tour Offerings
Old Orhei, Curchi, Cricova
Discover the fascinating history of Old Orhei, a place of rich cultural heritage influenced by various cultures over time. The day begins with a visit to Curchi Monastery, featuring the "Virgin's Assumption" Cathedral, and continues with a hike through the Old Orhei complex, including caves, museums, and churches. The tour also includes a visit to Cricova's underground wine cellar, a national treasure known for its huge labyrinths and excellent wines.
150 EUR per person, up to 3 persons
*The price of the tour does not contain the winery visit to Cricova. Make sure to log in on their official site and choose the type of package you want to take. Typically, people will choose the 'Business Package' for this.
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Orhei, Curchi, Branesti Winery
Discover the fascinating history of Old Orhei, a place of rich cultural heritage influenced by various cultures over time. The day begins with a visit to Curchi Monastery, featuring the "Virgin's Assumption" Cathedral, and continues with a hike through the Old Orhei complex, including caves, museums, and churches.
Then, discover the third-largest underground wine cellar in the world at Branesti Winery! Here, you will have an individual, tailored approach, and this tour is perfect for people who hate crowds. However, feel free to bring a large group! In these galleries, a 2004 Romanian movie about Dracula was filmed. At the end of the tour, everyone will have a chance for Branesti wine-tasting.
150 EUR per person, up to 3 persons
*Make sure to bring 300 Lei paid cash for the winery tour. This winery does not accept card payments.
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Old Orhei, Curchi, Rustic Art Museum
Discover the fascinating history of Old Orhei, a place of rich cultural heritage influenced by various cultures over time. Here, you will hike through the Old Orhei complex, including caves, museums, and churches. Lunch will be held at Eco Resort Butuceni or a similar Moldovan-style restaurant in Old Orhei.
Then, visit one of Handicraft Complex "Rustic Art" from Clisova Noua village. In this handmade factory, you can visit the Museum of Moldovan/Romanian Carpets, buy a carpet, or learn how to make your own carpet! If there is enough time, we will take a trip to the Curchi Monastery, featuring the "Virgin's Assumption" Cathedral, as well.
140 EUR for 1 person, 110 EUR each for 2 people
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Winery Transfers
For this type of tour, we usually blend them with Chisinau exploration tours. The final price of the winery transfers depends on the winery that's visited. Please contact Gloria by pressing 'Book Now' below, and together you can plan your tailored trip!
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Guiding Services
Private Transportation
Other: If tour takes place during a Soviet national holiday (such as Victory Day), the tour may be slightly different. Our guide will give explanations of the Soviet national holidays and may include special events that coincide with the holiday.
Personal Expenses
Souvenirs
Public Transportation Tickets
Food, Drinks, and Snacks