Old Orhei and Butuceni breakfast+sunset

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Itinerary

1. Leave the city behind and experience the true spirit of Moldova in one unforgettable day. Start your morning with an included traditional breakfast and guided museum visit at Safari restaurant. Here you’ll be welcomed by the owners, who will personally guide you through their private museum. Inside, you’ll explore three halls featuring collections of beer mugs, weapons from different eras, and unique candles. ( Depending on availability)

   45 min

2. travel to the iconic Orheiul Vechi — Moldova’s most breathtaking natural and historical site. Follow your guide through ancient caves, hilltop viewpoints, and the charming village of Butuceni, where time seems to stand still. Wander past stone houses, friendly locals, and peaceful farm animals as you soak in the authentic countryside atmosphere. You’ll have free time to enjoy lunch at a local restaurant of your choice.

   2 h

3. In the afternoon, visit Epoca de Piatră — a one-of-a-kind cave restaurant carved into the rock. Explore its unique interior and, if you wish, enjoy a freshly brewed coffee, which is included in your tour. ( Depending on their schedule)

   30 min

4. ( optional) As the sun begins to set, you’ll arrive at Epicrama Winery, a cozy family-owned estate overlooking endless vineyards. Sit back with a glass of wine (optional), watch the sky turn gold, and feel the day slow down before heading back to Chișinău. There could be changes in this part of the tour depending on weather conditions and the winery's event schedule.

   1 h

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

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Know before you go

How it compares in Chișinău

• Its from-price is 27% below the median of the 66 day trips we list in Chișinău.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• By number of reviews it ranks 22 of 66.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Chișinău

Chișinău is the capital of Moldova, a leafy city of wide boulevards, parks and churches, close to vast underground wine cellars.

Chișinău is the capital and largest city of Moldova, laid out on a grid of wide, tree-lined streets and rebuilt after damage in the Second World War and an earthquake in 1940. The Nativity Cathedral, begun in the 1830s, with a white bell tower, stands in a central park near the Triumphal Arch. Ștefan cel Mare Boulevard is the main avenue.

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