Moldova Discovery

Moldova Discovery

• Trip code: 4N8X000
• Dauer: 7
• Stil: Classic

Tucked between Romania and Ukraine, Moldova is one of Europe’s best-kept secrets — but not for long. Over seven days, you’ll explore the capital of Chișinău, taste your way through world-class wineries, and connect with locals keeping centuries-old traditions alive. Whether you’re learning to make cheese with a welcoming Moldovan family or immersing yourself in traditional culture in the Gaugazia region, this trip is full of moments that feel personal, unexpected, and unforgettable.

Übersicht

Accommodation

Hotels (4 nts), Eco Resort (2 nts), Guesthouse (1 nt)

Checklist

Documents:
• Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)
• Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)
• Passport (required) (With photocopies)
• Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)
• Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)

Essentials:
• Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)
• Binoculars (optional)
• Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)
• Cash, credit and debit cards
• Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)
• Ear plugs
• First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)
• Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)
• Fleece top/sweater
• Footwear
• Hat
• Locks for bags
• Long pants/jeans
• Moneybelt
• Outlet adapter
• Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)
• Reusable water bottle
• Shirts/t-shirts
• Sleepwear
• Small travel towel
• Sunglasses
• Swimwear
• Watch and alarm clock
• Waterproof backpack cover
• Windproof rain jacket

Health & Safety:
• Hand sanitizer (required)
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)

Warm Weather:
• Sandals/flip-flops
• Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)
• Sturdy water shoes/sandals
• Sun hat/bandana
• Swimwear

Group Size Notes

Max 16, avg 12

Meals Included

6 Frühstück, 2 Mittagessen, 1 Abendessen

Meal Budget

Optional Activities

Keine optionale Aktivitäten

Start / Finish

von Chişinău

Transport

Private vehicle, speedboat, walking

What's Included

Dein Welcome-Moment: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen
Dein Local-Living-Moment: Fromage - Made in Moldova, Rezina
Dein Foodie-Moment: Cooking Class in Trebujeni, Trebujeni
Dein Local-Living-Moment: Gagauz Sofrası Meal and Experience, Congaz. Chisinau orientation walk. Guided walking tour of Chisinau. Cricova Winery tour and tasting. Saharna Monastery visit. 'Fromage - Made in Moldova' project visit and light lunch. Orheiul Vechi Hike. Trebujeni cooking class. Guided National Gagauz History and Ethnographic Museum visit with cultural presentation. Comrat winery tour and tasting. Gagauz Sofrasi cultural and culinary complex visit with dinner. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Group Leader

Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, local guides

Highlights

Take a guided walking tour of Moldova’s capital city, Visit Cricova winery for a tour of the underground cellars and taste some of the wines, Visit a local cheese factory in a small village and learn how they support their community, Be immersed in traditional culture in Moldova's Gaugazia region

Introduction

Tucked between Romania and Ukraine, Moldova is one of Europe’s best-kept secrets — but not for long. Over seven days, you’ll explore the capital of Chișinău, taste your way through world-class wineries, and connect with locals keeping centuries-old traditions alive. Whether you’re learning to make cheese with a welcoming Moldovan family or immersing yourself in traditional culture in the Gaugazia region, this trip is full of moments that feel personal, unexpected, and unforgettable

Minimum Age

Um ohne Begleitperson mit G Adventures zu reisen, musst du mindestens 18 Jahre alt sein. Das Mindestalter für Kinder in Begleitung eines Erziehungsberechtigten (über 21) beträgt 12 Jahre

Itinerary

Day 1 Chişinău

Arrive at any time. After an evening welcome briefing, set off with your CEO on a orientation walk to get your bearings of the area on the way to an optional group dinner

Day 2 Chişinău

Set out this morning with a local guide on a walking tour of Chisinau. Pass by some of the city's main sights and historical landmarks like the Parliament building and gaze at the beautiful architecture of the City Hall and St. Pantelimon Church. In the afternoon, visit Cricova Winery for a tour of the underground wine cellars and enjoy a tasting of some of the wines Moldova is famous for. Return to Chisinau for a free evening and optional dinner out with the group

Day 3 Chişinău/Butuceni

This morning, depart Chisinau for the North of Moldova. Stop at the Monastery of Saharna, a picturesque complex where you can relax in the shadow of a cascading waterfall, paired with ancient relics and deep history. Next, transfer to a local cheese factory in a small village for a light lunch sampling fresh cheeses, jams and wine. Learn how the initiative serves to support the community by providing employment and preserving Moldovan traditions. Continue to Butuceni Village for the evening

Day 4 Butuceni

This morning enjoy some light hiking to Orheiul Vechi, an area of natural beauty shaped by the river Raut as it cuts into the rocky hills of central Moldova. In medieval times, the river Raut served as a travel route for merchants from as far away as Greece. After free time in the village, join a cooking class at an agro-pension in Trebujeni, then stroll back to the eco resort in Butuceni. Enjoy the rest of the afternoon free to explore or relax

Day 5 Butuceni/Congaz

Embark on a day of cultural immersion into the Gaugazia region of Moldova. Start at the National Gagauz History and Ethnographic Museum and learn of the local wedding traditions with an interactive presentation. Continue on to Comrat for a winery tour and tasting, then visit Gagauz Sofrasi, a cultural and culinary complex where you'll learn about local traditions and indulge in a traditional Gagauz feast, featuring locally sourced ingredients and expertly crafted wines

Day 6 Congaz/Chişinău

Wave goodbye to Congaz this morning and depart for the drive back to Chisinau. The remainder of the day is free to explore Moldova's capital city before regrouping in the evening for an optional final dinner out with the group

Day 7 Chişinău

Depart at any time

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Chişinău

Day 2 Chişinău

Day 3 Chişinău/Butuceni

Day 4 Butuceni

Day 5 Butuceni/Congaz

Day 6 Congaz/Chişinău

Day 7 Chişinău