Wine Festival in Moldova
October 3–7, 2025
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1300 euro per person in a double room
1500 euro per person in a single room
1700 euro per person in the Presidential Suite
About the Tour
4★ hotel in Chișinău with breakfast
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Lunches at traditional restaurants, dinners with wine tastings at Cricova and Mileștii Mici
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Visits to the world’s largest wine cellars – Mileștii Mici and Cricova
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Excursions to Kurki Monastery and Orheiul Vechi (ancient cave monastery)
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All transfers and professional guidance
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Small group, only 6–7 participants
Join us on this unforgettable journey – Moldovan wine, culture, and traditions await you
Limited availability – secure your seat now!
About the Festival
This edition will take place under the slogan “Our Wines – Unexpectedly Great”, highlighting millennia-old winemaking traditions, continuous development, and innovation
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Over 90 wineries presenting new wines, limited editions, and classic varieties
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Wine School and masterclasses led by certified sommeliers – meet the producers and discover the stories behind each wine
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Relaxation zones and interactive experiences with music and culture
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Surprising wine and food pairings with traditional Moldovan dishes
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20 wines to taste
All transfers according to the program (airport–hotel, excursions, wineries, festival)
Accommodation at a 4★ hotel in Chișinău (5 days / 4 nights)
Meals according to the program:
– Breakfast at the hotel
– Lunches at traditional restaurants (October 4, 5, 6)
– Dinner at the traditional restaurant La Placinda (October 3)
– Dinner and wine tasting at Cricova (October 6)
Excursions with professional English-speaking guides:
– Transnistria (Bender Fortress + Tiraspol)
– Winery Mileștii Mici (tour + wine tasting + lunch)
– Winery Cricova (tour + wine tasting + dinner)
– Cave monastery Orheiul Vechi (including museums)
– Kurki Monastery
– City walk in Chișinău (Central Market + Cathedral)
Tickets and admission to the National Wine Festival (2 visits – October 4 and 5)
Meals not specified in the program (dinners except October 3 and 6, lunch on October 7, drinks outside of wine tastings)
Personal expenses (souvenirs, shopping at the market, additional drinks)
Additional excursions or activities not included in the program
Travel/medical insurance
Flight tickets
Highlights:
National Wine Festival in Chișinău (2 days)
Take part in Moldova’s biggest celebration where hundreds of wineries present their finest wines, accompanied by music, dance, and a unique atmosphere.
The World’s Largest Wine Cellars
Visit famous wine cellars such as Cricova and Mileștii Mici, which hold millions of bottles in tens of kilometers of underground tunnels.
Wine Tasting of Moldova’s Finest Wines
Sample red, white, rosé, and sparkling wines that have won international awards.
Traditional Moldovan Cuisine
Enjoy dishes such as mamaliga, placinte, homemade cheeses, and delicious meats paired with wine.
Excursions to Cultural and Historical Sites
Discover cave monasteries, traditional villages, and the stunning nature of Moldova.
Transfers, Professional Guide, and Hotel
A fully organized trip: accommodation at 4★ hotels, comfortable transfers, and personal guidance
October 3 – Arrival Day in Chișinău
Arrival in Chișinău
Transfer to the hotel
17:30 City walk with English-speaking guide
Dinner at the traditional restaurant La Placinda
October 4 – Excursion to Transnistria & Wine Festival
09:00 Breakfast
09:30 Departure for excursion to Transnistria
10:45 Bender Fortress with English-speaking guide
11:45 Tiraspol – city walking tour
13:00 Lunch with traditional dishes at a Moldovan restaurant
14:30 Transfer back to Chișinău
16:00 Visit to the National Wine Festival
18:00 Free time
October 5 – Mileștii Mici & Wine Festival
09:00 Breakfast
09:00–12:00 Ethnography Museum with English-speaking guide
12:00 Transfer to the Mileștii Mici winery
13:00 Guided tour in English, wine tasting & lunch
15:30 Transfer back to Chișinău
16:30 Visit to the National Wine Festival
18:00 Free time
October 6 – Monasteries & Cricova Winery
09:00 Breakfast
09:30 Transfer to Kurki Monastery with English-speaking guide
10:00 Kurki Monastery
10:40 Transfer to Orheiul Vechi (ancient cave monastery)
11:30 Guided tour of the cave monastery and museums
13:30 Lunch at a traditional restaurant
15:00 Transfer to the Cricova winery
17:00–19:00 Guided tour in English, wine tasting & dinner
19:00–19:30 Transfer to the hotel
19:30 Free time
Cricova Wine Cellars – The Underground Wine City
Located near Chișinău, Cricova is one of Moldova’s most famous wineries.
The underground tunnels stretch over 120 kilometers, forming an entire “wine city.”
It is renowned for its sparkling wines produced using the traditional Champagne method.
Cricova houses a unique wine collection with rare and historical bottles.
A popular tourist destination offering guided tours, tastings, and cultural experiences.
October 7 – Departure Day
09:00 Breakfast
12:00 Check-out from the hotel12:00–14:30 City walk: Chișinău Central Market (downtown) & Cathedral (with English-speaking guide)
Transfer to the airport
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Moldovan Cuisine
Moldovan Wine Tourism
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