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G Adventures
OFFER ID 1688198
Moldova Discovery
Tucked between Romania and Ukraine, Moldova is one of Europe’s best-kept secrets — but not for long. Over seven days, you’ll explore the capital of Chi?inau, taste your way through world-class wineries, and connect with locals keeping centuries-old traditions alive. Whether you’re learning to make cheese pie with a welcoming Moldovan family or immersing yourself in traditional culture in the Gaugazia region, this trip is full of moments that feel personal, unexpected, and unforgettable.
Highlights
Take a guided walking tour of Moldova’s capital city, Visit Cricova winery for a tour of the underground cellars and taste some of the wines, Visit a local cheese factory in a small village and learn how they support their community, Be immersed in traditional culture in Moldova's Gaugazia region.
Meals Included
6 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner
What's Included
Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
Your Local Living Moment: Fromage - Made in Moldova, Rezina
Your Foodie Moment: Cooking class in Trebujeni - Green Villa, Trebujeni
Your Local Living Moment: Gagauz Sofrasi Meal and Experience, Congaz.
Chisinau orientation walk. Guided walking tour of Chisinau. Cricova Winery tour and tasting. Saharna Monastery visit. 'Fromage - Made in Moldova' project visit and light lunch. Orheiul Vechi Hike. Trebujeni cooking class. Guided National Gagauz History and Ethnographic Museum visit with cultural presentation. Comrat winery tour and tasting. Gagauz Sofrasi cultural and culinary complex visit with dinner. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

6 nights from $1,274 per person
G Adventures: Moldova Discovery
Day 1: Chisinau
Arrive at any time. After an evening welcome briefing, set off with your CEO on a orientation walk to get your bearings of the area on the way to an optional group dinner.
Day 2: Chisinau
Set out this morning with a local guide on a walking tour of Chisinau. Pass by some of the city's main sights and historical landmarks like the Parliament building and gaze at the beautiful architecture of the City Hall and St. Pantelimon Church. In the afternoon, visit Cricova Winery for a tour of the underground wine cellars and enjoy a tasting of some of the wines Moldova is famous for. Return to Chisinau for a free evening and optional dinner out with the group.
Day 3: Chisinau/Butuceni
This morning, depart Chisinau for the North of Moldova. Stop at the Monastery of Saharna, a picturesque complex where you can relax in the shadow of a cascading waterfall, paired with ancient relics and deep history. Next, transfer to a local cheese factory in a small village for a light lunch sampling fresh cheeses, jams and wine. Learn how the initiative serves to support the community by providing employment and preserving Moldovan traditions. Continue to Butuceni Village for the evening.
Day 4: Butuceni
This morning enjoy some light hiking to Orheiul Vechi, an area of natural beauty shaped by the river Raut as it cuts into the rocky hills of central Moldova. In medieval times, the river Raut served as a travel route for merchants from as far away as Greece. After free time in the village, join a cooking class at an agro-pension in Trebujeni, then stroll back to the eco resort in Butuceni. Enjoy the rest of the afternoon free to explore or relax.
Day 5: Butuceni/Congaz
Embark on a day of cultural immersion into the Gaugazia region of Moldova. Start at the National Gagauz History and Ethnographic Museum and learn of the local wedding traditions with an interactive presentation. Continue on to Comrat for a winery tour and tasting, then visit Gagauz Sofrasi, a cultural and culinary complex where you'll learn about local traditions and indulge in a traditional Gagauz feast, featuring locally sourced ingredients and expertly crafted wines.
Day 6: Congaz/Chisinau
Wave goodbye to Congaz this morning and depart for the drive back to Chisinau. The remainder of the day is free to explore Moldova's capital city before regrouping in the evening for an optional final dinner out with the group.
Day 7: Chisinau
Depart at any time.
All fares are quoted in US Dollars.
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