Tour of Transnistria
Description
If you want to feel the breath of the former Soviet Union, we invite you to visit Transnistria. It will be exciting and interesting. This region was formed after the war in 1992 and is independent from Moldova, although officially it is considered to be part of Moldova. It has its own currency, own president and three official languages. We will visit places and buildings from the former USSR. You will see Lenin monuments, the majestic House of Soviets in the style of Stalinism, the 16th century Bendery fortress. You will visit the USSR canteen, where many old Soviet things are collected . The highlight of your trip will be visit to a private guesthouse "Usadba Acasa" in a Bulgarian village of Parcani,where we will go for lunch. Lunch will be prepared by caring hosts in the best national traditions.Here you will taste delicious homemade wine and take part in a folklore performance,get acguainted with the life of local residents, national traditions
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During our exploration, we will have the opportunity to tour the historical Bender Fortress, situated on the eastern bank of the Dniester River in Bender city. This fortress, dating back to the 16th century, holds significant architectural value and stands as a testament to the town's integration into the Ottoman Empire. The construction of this remarkable stronghold commenced in 1538, marking an important era in its history.
The Memorial of Memory and Sorrow was erected in memory of the defenders of the Transnistrian city of Bendery, who died during the Transnistrian conflict in 1992.
We will go by public transport to the capital of the PMR, the city of Tiraspol, built by decree of the Russian Empress Catherine II - at present it is a modern city, the capital of a small independent state. In the center of Tiraspol, a monument to Lenin still stands.
Monument to Suvorov - the Russian Generalissimo, the founder of the city of Tiraspol. Located on the main square of the capital of Transnistria - Suvorov Square
The Memorial of Glory is the main historical and memorial complex of the city of Tiraspol, the capital of the Pridnestrovian Moldavian Republic. Opened in 1972. Participants of the Civil War, the Great Patriotic War, as well as participants in the defense of Transnistria in 1992 are buried here.
Monument to V.I. Lenin - a symbol of the revolutionary and Soviet era. Erected in 1987. Located in front of the building of the Supreme Council and the Government of the PMR.
The House of Soviets is one of the central buildings of Tiraspol, the capital of the Pridnestrovian Moldavian Republic. An architectural monument of the Stalinist Empire style. The building now houses the city council of Tiraspol.
We visit an atmospheric cafe "Stolovka USSR", in the Soviet style.
Lunch takes place between 13-14 pm at a guest house in the village of Parkany. For lunch 15 EUR/pers. Or lunch is in the Soviet canteen in Bendery.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(24)
An essential experience to understand Pridnestrovie / Transnistria if visiting Moldova: a trip back in time in Soviet style. Very well explained by Tatiana.
Dear Angel! We are glad to hear that you enjoyed our tour of Transnistria! Thank you for visiting Moldova and our unique region of Transnistria! Best regards,Usadba Acasa team!
This was one of the most interesting tours in a most unusual place, the country that apparently doesn't exist! Tatiana was a most knowledgeable and approachable guide and gave us many helpful tips. We visited all the main attractions in Tiraspol and also spent time in Bender after lunch at her parents house which included homemade wine and brandy! Would highly recommend visiting Pridnestrovie (Transnistria) for an authentic experience off the beaten track.
Thank you very much for your kind words! Indeed, the area of Pridnestrovje is off the beaten path!
Well organized and complete tour. Our guide Nicolas very competent and helpful. We asked for a change to the meeting point and it was accepted.
Thank you very much,we are very glad that you liked our tour and its organization
I recently took the tour to Pridnestrovie, and it turned out to be a really unique and memorable experience. The whole trip was very well organized, and the guide did an excellent job explaining the complex history and political background of the region in a way that was easy to understand and genuinely interesting. It’s not a place you can fully appreciate without context, and the tour really helped bring everything to life. What stood out most was how much culture there is packed into such a small and unusual territory, from Soviet-era monuments to local traditions that you wouldn’t encounter elsewhere. Overall, I’d definitely recommend this tour to anyone interested in history, geopolitics, or just visiting somewhere off the beaten path. It’s not your typical destination, which is exactly what makes it worth experiencing.
Thank you very much, we are delighted to hear that you enjoyed our tour and learned so much about Pridnestrovje!
Very interesting, worth doing. Diana and Stata an excellent patient and competent guide. A beautiful day
Thank you very much, Emanuel!
Tatyana and her family have created an exceptional experience full of knowledge and authenticity. This one day trip is the highlight of any visit in Moldova as it not only emerges you to the socioeconomic situation of Transistria but also provides a welcoming atmosphere and highly knowledgeable guide to the trip. First time I paid for a guided tour and it changed my view on these services.
Thank you,Konstantinos,for your appreciation! We are happy that you enjoyed your tour to Pridnestrovie! All the best to you!
Very very cool! I learned many interesting things from this peculiar place. The service was impeccable and the food very good, in a pleasant environment. 100% recommended
Thank you very much, we are happy your enjoyed your tour in Pridnestrovje!
Excellent value, a must do for anyone with an interest in European history. Our guide Tatiana was very knowledgeable and friendly and the lunch and wine at her parent’s’ house was delicious. There is a lot of walking but everywhere we went was spotlessly clean, well-maintained and extremely safe. The only slight criticism is Tatiana’s English pronunciation (eg pronouncing “Latin” as “Lay-tan”, which confused a lot of people. Her vocabulary and grammar are great but her pronunciation is difficult to understand at times). But, only a minor issue…the whole trip was an amazing experience and value!
Thank you very much, Simone! Tatyana will do her best to imporve her pronunciation! We are happy you enjoyed the tour in Pridnestrovje!
Gentle guide, well informed willing to help you in any trouble. What I did not like was the choice of the Soviet dining room as a place to eat.
Thank you,Ioannis,for your excellent review! We will take your wishes into account.Thank you for visiting Transnistria!
There were only three of us plus guide and driver. An absolute stroke of luck the two. It began with the Jedi first recognizing the Fuhrer. She couldn't get the cardboard with my name out of her purse. We had a wonderful day and how the later evening went, the singer's courtesy is silent. The Jedi must protect his new friends. ;-}
Lieber Jedi, vielen Dank dafuer, dass Sie nach Pridnestrovie gekommen sind!
