For five days we will enjoy amazing wines and dishes of the southern region of Moldova. The gastronomic and wine tour to south of Moldova offers visits to popular and memorable places of the Bugeac steppe, acquaintance with folklore, the life of the Gagauz people, involvement in various craft traditions. As part of the trip, we will visit the cities of Comrat, Ceadir-Lunga, Vulcanesti, Cricova, the villages of Besalma, Avdarma, Congaz, and the Old Orhei Complex.
Gastronomic and wine tour
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Arrival at Chisinau International Airport
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* Sightseeing tour in Chisinau
We will get acquainted with the history of the capital of Moldova, and visit the main attractions such as: The Monument of Stefan the Great, the Arc de Triumph, the Central Cathedral. In Chisinau are concentrated the main government buildings, modern offices, universities and commercial centers.
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Transfer to Gagauzia
Autonomous Territorial Unit ogf Gagauzia (ATO) is located in the south of Moldova. Gagauzia is an amazing and mysterious land that attracts more and more attention, and it is always interesting to return. In addition to rich history and traditions, the main value of this region is the people who are friendly, hardworking, amazing, and receive guests with all generosity. It is assumed that the ancestors of the Gagauz were Turkic nomads, who arrived in the Balkans around the 10th century.
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Accommodation at the “Gagauz Sofrasi”
Accommodation in hotel or guest eco-houses.
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Welcome dinner
A unique opportunity to taste the traditional dishes of Gagauz cuisine, prepared according to old recipes from local products.
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Breakfast at the “Gagauz Sofrasi”
Continental breakfast is served.
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Transfer to village Besalma
Besalma was founded in 1791. The village is famous for its custom to preserve the traditions and culture of the Gagauz people.
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Excursion to the Gagauz Museum in Besalma
Visiting the world's first museum of Gagauz Culture and Life, named after Dmitry Cara-Ciobanu, getting known with more than 15,000 exhibits. Optionally - photo shoot in national costumes.
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Transfer to city Comrat
Comrat is the capital and most important city of Gagauz Autonomy. It was founded in 1789.
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Sightseeing tour of Comrat
You will get acquainted with the capital of Gagauzia – it is the center and the largest city of Gagauzia. The name Comrat consists of two words of Turkic origin “komur-at”, which means “black horse”. One of the legends says, that a certain “khan” named the village in honor of his horse, who carried the wounded owner from the battlefield. During the tour you will learn the history of the city, visit the most important and interesting sights.
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Transfer to village Avdarma
It is a small village, founded in 1811, and the name is translated from the Turkic language as “hunting camp”.
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Lunch at “Shashlychnaya №1”
Dishes of European and Gagauz cuisine will amaze you with their variety and taste, and meat cooked on charcoal will turn you into a true connoisseur of gratar dishes.
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Nogai spring
According to historians, it was here, about 450 years ago, that the first settlement was formed, which later became Avdarma.
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Transfer to “Vinuri de Comrat” Winery
The winery was founded in 1897, when the first written mention of the yard from Comrat appeared.
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Tour to winery “Vinuri de Comrat”
Visiting one of the most famous wineries in Gagauzia, getting acquainted with the history of winemaking, wine production technology, tasting 5 wines.
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Return to Congaz village, “Gagauz Sofrasi”
Free time. Overnight stay.
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Breakfast at the “Gagauz Sofrasi”
Continental breakfast is served.
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Transfer to city Ceadir-Lunga
Ceadir-Lunga is the second largest city in Gagauzia, founded in 1812. Its name comes from the Turkish word “Chadyr“ - a tent, a camp, and “Lunga“ - the name of the river on which the city is located.
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Visit AT-PROLIN farm
Acquaintance with AT-PROLIN, the single farm in Moldova for breeding Orlov Cheaters, as well as the only hippodrome in the country. At will, guests will be able to ride and arrange a photo shoot with horses.
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Transfer to Vulcanesti
The city is famous for a great historical event - the Great Battle of Cahul in 1770, which was one of the decisive battles of the Russian-Turkish war of 1768 - 1774.
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Tour to “KaraGani“ family winery
Visiting popular home winery, acquaintance with wine production, a walk in the cellars, wine tasting, traditional Gagauz dishes.
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Visiting sights of city Vulcanesti
We will visit memorable historical places: Traian’s Wall, The Monument of Victory in the Battle of Cahul, The History Museum of Vulcanesti.
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Return to “Gagauz Sofrasi”, Congaz
Free time. Overnight stay.
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Breakfast at the “Gagauz Sofrasi”
Continental breakfast is served.
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Transfer to village Cricova
Cricova is located nearby Chisinau. Here are the world famous Wine Cellars “CRICOVA” – the main tourist attraction of Moldova.
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Wine tour to “CRICOVA” cellars
Visiting the unique underground city of CRICOVA Winery, whose galleries are at 50 meters depth, where nature, itself, created ideal conditions for maturation and storage of wine. The streets of the underground wine city, stretching about 120 kilometers, are named after grape varieties. You will get acquainted with the history and features of winemaking, Moldovan wine tasting and lunch.
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Transfer to Orheiul Vechi
“Orheiul Vechi” (Old Orhei) is a famous historical and archaeological complex, a real open-air museum. The rock monastery in Old Orhei, which you can visit, is also known throughout the world.
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Tour of Old Orhei
In this amazingly beautiful place, were founded traces of Geto-Dacian fortress, the city of the Golden Horde - Shehr al-Jedid. You will visit the unique cave monastery of the 13th century, carved in limestone rock. Will get acquainted with history of this places, visit the museum of the traditional life of Moldovian peasants and the ruins of Muslim mosque and baths.
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Accommodation in Orheiul Vechi
Dinner in the national style. Overnight stay.
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Breakfast at Butuceni
Continental breakfast is served.
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Transfer to Chisinau
Return to the capital of Moldova.
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Free time
Visiting the souvenir market, the opportunity to purchase souvenirs from Moldova.
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Transfer to Chisinau International Airport
Tour price:
| 1-3 persons | 4-7 persons | 8-18 persons | 19-40 persons |
| Not available | from €520/pers. | from €405/pers. | from 355€/pers. |
Included in the price:
- Transport throughout the route
- Accommodation for 4 nights in a double room (hotel 3*)
- Breakfast at hotel
- Lunch on day 2, 3, and 4
- Evening dinners: 2nd, 3rd and 4th day
- Wine tasting: Vinuri de Comrat – 5 types, KaraGani – 4 types, Cricova – 3 types
- Welcome dinner
- Excursions according to the program
- Cooking classes
- Entrance tickets according to the program
- Guide service
Additional fee:
- International air travel
- Health insurance
- Accommodation in single room
