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1 DAY from Moldova:City Tour Chisinau -Transnistria SOVIET TOUR

By Moldovatovisit&tours

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Free cancellation available
8h
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Selective hotel pickup

Overview

Transnistria & Chișinău: 8-Hour Soviet-Era and City Highlights Tour

This full‑day excursion from Chișinău offers an immersive look at one of Moldova’s most unusual and fascinating regions.
You’ll travel with a local guide and driver to explore Transnistria, a self‑proclaimed breakaway region with a distinct Soviet‑era atmosphere, and learn about its history, culture, and complex status in Eastern Europe.

What You Can Expect on This Tour:
Commentary and insights from a professional local guide throughout the day.

A scenic drive across the border into Transnistria, where a unique political and cultural snapshot of the Soviet era still thrives.

Small group size (maximum about 6 travelers), ensuring a more personal experience.

Return to Chișinău by late afternoon or early evening.
Important:

Please have your passport with you. Bring cash for souvenirs and food, as cards are not accepted in local shops and restaurants.

Activity location

Chisinau
- Chisinau, Moldova

Meeting/Redemption Point

Chisinau
- Chisinau, Moldova

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tour

8h
English

best wine tasting : Tasting of 3 types of wine at Milestii Mici winery;
car : comfortable car
Pickup included

Travelers

Language options: English

Starting time: 10:00am

Price details

$229.00 x 1 Adult$229.00

Total

Until Tue, Jan 27

What's included, what's not

Round-trip transport car or minivan
Bottled water
Driver/guide
Lunch

Know before you book

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required

Activity itinerary

Chisinau

Discover the heart of Moldova’s capital on this concise yet captivating 2-hour city tour of Chișinău. Stroll through vibrant streets, charming squares, and leafy boulevards while your local guide shares the city’s fascinating history, culture, and stories. Highlights include the iconic Cathedral Park, the elegant Stefan cel Mare Boulevard, historical monuments, and glimpses of Soviet-era architecture. Perfect for first-time visitors or those with limited time, this tour gives you a well-rounded introduction to Chișinău’s past and present in just two hours.

Tiraspol

Transnistria Tour – Explore the Capital of a Soviet-Era Enclave Step into one of Europe’s most unique and intriguing destinations on this unforgettable journey to Transnistria, a self-proclaimed republic in eastern Moldova. Here, Soviet-era traditions, symbols, and architecture remain vividly alive, offering a rare glimpse into a world that seems frozen in time. Since declaring independence in 1992, Transnistria has remained unrecognized by the international community, preserving its distinctive Soviet character. Travel from Chișinău to the region’s main cities, Tiraspol and Bender, and explore wide boulevards, towering Lenin statues, and striking Soviet architecture. Visit monuments and memorials that tell the story of a region caught between history, identity, and independence. Experience a journey unlike any other, where the past and present coexist in fascinating ways.

Back to USSR: Tiraspol Edition

40m
Admission ticket included

Lunch Stop – Tiraspol Enjoy a traditional borsh at a local restaurant in Tiraspol. Other dishes and drinks are available at your own expense.

House of Soviets

20m
Admission ticket included

Tourists can also take a walk on 25th October street to see the columned House of Soviets complete with a stern-looking bust of Lenin.

The Tank Monument

10m
Admission ticket included

On the opposite side of the central square, a monument plaza features a Soviet T-34 tank, commemorating the Soviet victory in World War II, as well as several monuments dedicated to more recent conflicts, including the Soviet war in Afghanistan and the War of Transnistria.

The Suvorov Monument

20m
Admission ticket included

City Center the main Monument. The statue of Alexander Suvorov was erected in the central square in 1979 in commemoration of his 250th anniversary.

Bender

Bender Fortress is an architectural ensemble of an irregular quadrilateral plan, surrounded by wide walls, 2-3 meters thick, made of limestone and brick. Step Into History: Explore the 15th-century fortress, a significant site in Moldovan and regional history. Learn From Our Guides: Hear captivating stories about the fortress’s role in battles and as a symbol of Moldova's resilience.

Chisinau

At the end of the tour, relax as your guide drives you safely back to Chișinău.

Location

Activity location

Chisinau
- Chisinau, Moldova

Meeting/Redemption Point

Chisinau
- Chisinau, Moldova

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