Curchi Monastery – Old Orhei – Cricova winery

Come discover the fascinating history of unknown Old Orhei. It has a rich history influenced by different cultures that have inhabited the region over history. 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, and among them - the "Virgin's Assumption" Cathedral, built by the drawings of genius architect Bartolomeo Rastreli.

This tour blends archeology, cultural history, hiking , exploring, and discovering the current local traditions. You will visit the Old Orhei complex, which includes caves, local museums, churches, and you can participate in hiking while taking photos of all the geological formations and local people of the area. Open Air Museum Complex, which is "arguably Moldova's most fantastic sight". Here you'll see an Orthodox cave monastery called "St. Maria Dormata" expanded and modified inside the cliffs by the monks over the centuries.

The tour continues to Cricova underground wine cellar. Cricova is a national treasure and the most well-known wineries in Moldova. Cricova represents a unique underground city well-known all over the world by its huge labyrinths, especially by its excellent wines and sparkling wines.

MEETING POINT + TOUR DURATION

Meeting Point Options: Rail or Bus Station, Airport, Hotel, Address or Intersection, Monument/Building, Suggested by Guide: McDonald's on Stefan cel Mare Blvd.

The duration of this tour will be 8 hours.

ESTIMATED LOCAL CASH NEEDED

350 MDL - Dinner and drinks minimum. Adjust this amount if you would like to buy gifts or any other products. USD, Euros, or MDL can be exchanged for local currency.

TRANSPORTATION

Vehicle provided by guiding service will be Skoda Superb or a Renault Megane. It will have a/c and be in good running condition.

What's included?

Guiding Services

Private Transportation

Other: If tour takes place during a Soviet national holiday such as, Victory Day, the tour may be slightly different. Guide will give explanations of the Soviet national holidays and may include special events that coincide with the holiday.

What's extra

Personal Expenses

Souvenirs

Public Transportation Tickets

Food, Drinks, Snacks