Moldova · Archaeology

6-Hour Old Orhei Tour from Chisinau with Butuceni Wine Tasting

6 Hours Round trip from Old Orhei Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore the Old Orhei Complex, home to two medieval cave monasteries
  • 02 Admire the beautiful Raut River winding through the scenic landscape
  • 03 Experience traditional culture in the village of Butuceni
  • 04 Relish authentic local wine tasting

Discover the ancient archaeological roots of Chisinau on this 6-hour tour to Old Orhei. Visit the Old Orhei Complex, home to two medieval cave monasteries, admire the beautiful Raut River meandering through the landscape once covered by the Sarmatian Sea, and experience traditional Butuceni village culture. The tour also includes a chance to relish authentic local wine.

Visit the Old Orhei Complex, home to two medieval cave monasteries.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
City Chisinau
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Old Orhei Complex and Butuceni Wine Experience

  • Upon meeting your Chisinau city tour guide, embark on your journey to the mountains to admire the beautiful Raut River meandering its way through the landscape once covered by the Sarmatian Sea.
  • Visit the Old Orhei Complex, home to two medieval cave monasteries.
  • Take a tour of Butuceni village and taste its most tantalizing wines.
  • Head back to your hotel or accommodation at the end of the tour.
Old Orhei Complex, the Raut River valley, Butuceni village wine tasting

Where this trip takes you

Old Orhei Complex, the Raut River valley, Butuceni village wine tasting

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Old Orhei 1 city · 6 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • English-speaking Chisinau tour guide
  • Transportation

What's Not Included

  • Personal expenses
  • Souvenirs
  • Lunch

Know before you go

  • You can additionally visit the Curchi Monastery.
  • 80 USD per adult (for 1 person).
  • 90 USD per group (for 2-3 people).
  • 240 USD per group (for 5-8 people).
  • 380 USD per group (for 9-18 people).

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Old Orhei, Moldova
Tour start
Old Orhei, Moldova
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 6 hours finish where they began, in Old Orhei.

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