Moldova · Wine & Beer

Chișinău & Mileștii Mici Experience: Culture, History & Premium Wines

5 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Chișinău. Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Chișinău on a guided walking tour
  • 02 See Stefan Cel Mare Park, Nativity Cathedral, and the Triumphal Arch
  • 03 Experience local life at Piata Centrala (Central Market)
  • 04 Visit Mileștii Mici, famous for its vast underground wine cellars
  • 05 Learn about the winery’s history and underground storage methods
  • 06 Enjoy a tasting of Mileștii Mici wines
  • 07 Sample traditional Moldovan snacks with your tasting
  • 08 Round-trip hotel pickup and drop-off included

Discover two sides of Moldova in one memorable experience: the elegant streets and landmarks of Chișinău, and the remarkable underground world of Mileștii Mici Winery. This half-day tour combines city history, local culture, and one of the country’s most celebrated wine traditions.

Begin with a guided walk through the capital, taking in key sights such as Stefan Cel Mare Park, the Nativity Cathedral, the Triumphal Arch, the National Museum of Art, the Parliament area, and the lively Central Market. Then continue to Mileștii Mici, famed for its vast underground wine cellars, where you’ll explore the tunnels and enjoy a tasting of local wines paired with traditional Moldovan snacks.

Discover two sides of Moldova in one memorable experience: the elegant streets and landmarks of Chișinău, and the remarkable underground world of Mileștii Mici Winery.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
City Chisinau
Languages English, Romanian, Russian

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Pick-up from Your Hotel in Chisinau

Your guide or driver will pick you up from your hotel in Chisinau. Ensure you are well-rested for the day's adventure.

Chisinau walking City Tour

Upon arrival back in Chisinau, your city tour will begin. A local guide will show you the highlights of Moldova’s capital, including:

1, 5 hour

  • Stefan Cel Mare Park & Monument: The main boulevard of Chisinau, named after the famous Moldovan ruler, Stefan Cel Mare, where you’ll also see the hero's statue.
  • Nativity Cathedral: Visit Chisinau's iconic Orthodox cathedral and explore its serene surroundings.
  • Triumphal Arch: Learn about the history of the city and Moldova with a visit to this historical landmark.
  • Muzeul National de Arta (National Museum of Art): Discover Moldova’s artistic heritage with a visit to this museum.
  • The Parliament Building: Pass by the governmental center of Moldova, including the Parliament and Presidential buildings.
  • Piata Centrala (Central Market): Walk through the bustling market and experience the vibrant local life, where you can see and even taste Moldovan produce cheeses, and souvenirs.

Milesti Mici Winery

Milesti Mici is famous for being the largest wine cellar in the world, stretching over 200 kilometers of tunnels and holding more than 1.5 million bottles of wine. Your tour will include:

  • Wine Cellar Tour: A guided walk through the impressive wine tunnels, where you’ll learn about the wine-making process, the history of Milesti Mici, and the unique underground storage method.
  • Wine Tasting: After the tour, enjoy a wine tasting session featuring some of the winery’s finest selections. You'll be offered various local wines, such as Feteasca Neagra and Cabernet Sauvignon, paired with traditional Moldovan snacks like cheese, bread, and cured meats.

Drop-off at Your Hotel

Your driver will return you to your hotel in Chisinau, concluding the tour.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Chișinău. 1 city · 5 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Guide
  • Round-trip transfer
  • Tasting of 3 amazing Mileștii Mici wines White Dry PGI (Protected Geographical Indication) Wine Red Dry PGI Wine Dessert Vintage wine Wine set: Prosciutto crudo, salami, carpaccio,

What's Not Included

  • Lunch

Know before you go

  • WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE
  • STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • The temperature in the cellars remains cool year-round (12–14°C / 54–57°F). Make sure to bring a jacket for your comfort!

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Chișinău.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Chișinău.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 5 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Chișinău..

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