Visite du vieux monastère d'Orhei et la Cricova (en option)
Description
Cher client, Cette excursion combine à merveille la riche histoire médiévale de la Moldavie et sa culture viticole mondialement réputée, le tout en une journée inoubliable. Monastère de Curchi – Beauté spirituelle. Visitez ensuite le magnifique monastère de Curchi, l'un des plus impressionnants du pays. Le vieux Orhei est le site le plus pittoresque et le plus important de Moldavie sur le plan historique. Visitez le complexe archéologique du vieux Orhei et le musée de la ville médiévale, où civilisations anciennes, falaises calcaires spectaculaires et vie rurale traditionnelle se côtoient. Monastère troglodytique creusé dans les falaises calcaires Fortifications et ruines antiques Musée local Découvrez l'histoire médiévale de la région tout en admirant les vues imprenables sur la vallée de la rivière Răut. L'expérience se termine par un déjeuner à Butuceni (en option et à régler séparément). Dernière étape : Domaine viticole de Cricova (en option) Plus de 120 km de caves souterraines L'unique « ville du vin souterraine ».
Options de l'excursion
Itinéraire
C'est avec grand plaisir que nous vous proposons un week-end exceptionnel pour découvrir, apprécier et déguster les meilleurs vins moldaves. Au cours de ce séjour, vous découvrirez une variété de vins et une délicieuse cuisine traditionnelle. Aujourd'hui, nous visiterons l'un des sites les plus pittoresques de Moldavie : la réserve culturelle et naturelle « Orheiul Vechi » (monastère troglodytique), à 55 km de Chișinău. Vous y découvrirez un monastère troglodytique orthodoxe, « Sainte-Marie-Dormatée », agrandi et modifié à l'intérieur des falaises par les moines au fil des siècles et parfaitement conservé. Après la visite, nous déjeunerons dans une pension familiale moldave du village voisin, où nous assisterons à un spectacle folklorique.
Restaurant local authentique moldave
Le vaste territoire du Vieux Orhei regorge de sites historiques et archéologiques à explorer. Les passionnés d'architecture et d'histoire médiévales pourront y admirer des ruines et des vestiges d'édifices, de lieux saints et de citadelles mis au jour lors de fouilles archéologiques. Parmi ces sites historiques médiévaux figurent la Citadelle médiévale, les Bains tatars, le Monastère de la Nativité de la Vierge Marie, la Mosquée et le Caravansérail. De plus, le complexe archéologique du Vieux Orhei comprend des ruines et des sites historiques témoignant de différentes périodes et traditions.
(Optionnel) Visite des caves : 22 € Visite et dégustation de vins : 33 € Cette excursion comprend la visite des caves de Cricova avec dégustation et la découverte du vieux quartier d'Orhei. La visite commence par une prise en charge à votre lieu de rendez-vous, suivie d'un trajet jusqu'aux caves de Cricova. Vous visiterez ensuite les caves souterraines, puis participerez à la dégustation de vins.
Points forts
Ce qui est inclus
Lieux et horaires de prise en charge
Modalités de prise en charge : La prise en charge est possible depuis n’importe quel hôtel ou hébergement du centre-ville de Chișinău. Veuillez indiquer votre adresse exacte (nom de l’hôtel ou adresse de l’appartement) lors de la réservation. Le chauffeur/guide vous accueillera à l’entrée principale de votre hébergement. L’heure de prise en charge vous sera confirmée la veille de l’excursion.
Avis des voyageurs
Informations importantes
- Déconseillé aux voyageurs avec des problèmes cardiovasculaires
- Convient à toutes les conditions physiques
Avis(23)
A very nice day tour, when you can see all the highlights of the region. We have a very nice and super friendly guide Corina.
It was a good tour - nice to travel outside of Chisinau. The first stop was a monastery complex which was very beautiful. The second stop was the monastery in the cave - there is an uphill walk and then stairs to walk down. Wear comfortable shoes. The landscape is very lovely. We then had lunch in a local place (separate cost) and the cheese pie was delicious. After there was an optional tour of Cricova. Make sure you take a hoodie or jacket as the tunnels are 12 degrees. Natalia our guide and Constantine our driver were great.
We had a truly wonderful day exploring the beautiful sights of Moldova with Moldovatovisit&tours! Our guide, Marcel, was absolutely fantastic. He is incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and deeply passionate about Moldova's rich history. He brought the fascinating stories of Old Orhei and the spectacular cave monastery to life, making the entire experience deeply engaging and super fun. A huge thank you also to our driver, Vladilen! He did an outstanding job—the drive was extremely safe, smooth, and comfortable, which allowed us to just sit back, relax, and enjoy the gorgeous Moldovan countryside. From the stunning monasteries to the incredible Cricova wine cellars, the entire day was perfectly organized and ran like clockwork. If you want to experience the very best of Moldova, we highly recommend booking this tour with Marcel and Vladilen! Thank you both for an unforgettable day! 🍷☀️
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 🌟 We are truly delighted to hear that you had such a memorable day exploring Moldova with us. It means a lot to know that you enjoyed the beauty of Old Orhei, the Cave Monastery, and the Cricova wine cellars. Marcel will be very happy to hear your kind words about his guiding and storytelling. Sharing Moldova’s history and traditions with our guests is something he is deeply passionate about. And of course, Vladilen will greatly appreciate your compliments about the safe and comfortable drive — we are lucky to have such a professional and caring team. Your recommendation means the world to us, and we are so grateful that you chose Moldovatovisit&tours for your Moldovan adventure. We hope to welcome you back again someday for more unforgettable experiences, great wine, and beautiful discoveries! 🍷☀️ Warm regards, Moldovatovisit&tours Team
A gem of an experience! For some reason, we were in a group of 4 which made the tour super personalized and at a calm pace. The guide shared informative bytes about the history, culture and heritage of Moldova linked to the sites visited. The visit to the cave sanctuary was wonderful. The Cricova winery seemed to be fully booked for a tasting at the last minute, but the tour was still informative. The coordination was managed well by the agency. The lunch was delicious and very local. Card payments were accepted at all destinations. Driving was safe and on time as per the plan.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed discovering Moldova’s cultural and gastronomical heritage with us. It’s great to know that the small group size made the experience feel more personalized and relaxed, and that our guide helped bring Moldova’s history and traditions to life throughout the journey. We’re especially happy that you enjoyed the visit to Old Orhei and the cave monastery, as well as the traditional local lunch. We also appreciate your understanding regarding the Cricova tasting availability. Even when the winery is fully booked, we always do our best to ensure guests still have an informative and enjoyable experience. Thank you for mentioning the smooth coordination, safe driving, and convenient card payment options — your feedback means a lot to our team. We truly hope to welcome you back to Moldova again for more unforgettable experiences!
We had a great day at our visit to Old Orhei. This was much because of our guide, Natalia. She told openly about the history of Moldova, but also about the current challenges in the country. And in addition, she is a very warm and friendly person.
Thank you so much for your kind words! It was a real pleasure to spend the day with you exploring Old Orhei and sharing the history and culture of Moldova. I’m very happy to hear that you enjoyed the tour and appreciated the open conversations about both our past and present. Your warm feedback means a lot to me, and I truly hope the memories from Old Orhei, the Cave Monastery, and Cricova will stay with you for a long time. Wishing you many more wonderful travels, and you are always welcome back to Moldova! 😊
We had a great experience, and special thanks go to our tour guide, Corina. She was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, made everyone feel comfortable, and created a wonderful atmosphere for the whole group. I highly recommend this tour!
Daniel Thank you so much for your kind words and for choosing our Old Orhei & Cave Monastery & Cricova Cellar Tour! We’re delighted to hear that you had a great experience. Corina will be especially happy to know that her friendliness, knowledge, and positive energy made your day even more enjoyable. Creating a comfortable and memorable atmosphere for our guests is exactly what we strive for. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again on another adventure in Moldova!
Wonderful day trip! My guide Marcel was knowledgeable and welcoming. He offered to take photos of me as I was a solo traveler. The others in my small group were great. Overall a fun day!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear you had such a fun day exploring Old Orhei, the Cave Monastery, and Cricova. Marcel will be very happy to know his knowledge, hospitality, and thoughtful help made your experience even more enjoyable — especially for a solo traveler. We’re also glad you enjoyed the company of your small group and created great memories along the way. We truly appreciate you choosing to tour with us and hope to welcome you back to Moldova again soon!
Superb experience my guide liliya knew everything about the places visited! Very easy going no stress . Such a nice day … so glad with my new experience of Moldova
Dear Iain Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are absolutely delighted to hear that you had such a superb experience discovering Moldova with us. It’s especially lovely to know that Liliya made your day so enjoyable — she truly is passionate about sharing the history, culture, and hidden gems of our beautiful country. We will be sure to pass your kind words along to her; it will mean a lot! We’re so glad your day was easy-going, stress-free, and filled with great memories. Moldova has a special charm, and it’s always a pleasure to see our guests leave with a new appreciation for it. We hope to welcome you back again someday for another unforgettable experience!
This was a great full day tour! It was the highlight of my trip to Chisinau and is a must do in my opinion. You are able to see beautiful places outside of the city! Our guide Ekaterina was incredibly kind and knowledgeable, making our tour both really fun and interesting!
Thank you so much, Abby for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that the tour was the highlight of your trip to Chișinău. It’s great to know you enjoyed exploring the beautiful places outside the city. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to Ekaterina—she’ll be delighted to hear them! We hope to welcome you back again soon 😊
It’s my first trip to a country that is in Eastern Europe, I was a bit hesitant, but with Marcel and Liliya, everything was great! Although the weather was not perfect, Marcel did his best to ensure we would have a great experience. He got us coffee, took us to a traditional Moldovan restaurant, and he did his best. Note that he is a great multilingual! He knows Russian, Romanian, English, Italian, and even a couple of Arabic words! I would definitely recommend such an experience
Thank you so much Hussain for your kind words! 😊 We’re thrilled that your first trip to Eastern Europe was such a positive experience. Even though the weather wasn’t perfect, we’re glad Marcel and Liliya made sure your day at Old Orhei, the Cave Monastery, and Cricova Winery was memorable and enjoyable. Marcel will be especially happy to hear you appreciated his multilingual skills and efforts to make the day special — from coffee stops to traditional Moldovan cuisine! We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back to Moldova again soon! 🇲🇩
