6-Day Cycling Tour to the land of wine and to the country that doesn't exist

Summary

Day 1 Welcome to Moldova! Your adventure will start with a walking tour to discover Chisinau, the heart of the country. Being one of the leafiest capital cities in Europe, Chisinau is the country’s main tourist destination, with beautiful Orthodox churches, museums and parks offering free wi-fi, a real life saver to any traveller. • Specialty Coffee Master-class • Wine Walk City Tour • Master-class on natural cosmetics Overnight: Chisinau Day 2 Trail: Chisinau – Puhoi – Bulboaca • Discover the medieval wooden church Assumption of the Mother of God • Visit ATU Winery – first urban winery in Moldova • Visit the Asconi Winery to discover the tradition of wine and food Lunch: ATU Winery Overnight: Asconi Winery Length: up to 35 km Day 3 Trail: Puhoi – Geamana – Anenii Noi – Bulboaca • Explore Castle Mimi - the most beautiful architectural masterpieces in the world of wine • Wine blending and label wine painting at Castel Mimi Winery Lunch: Anenii Noi Overnight: Castel Mimi Length: up to 30 km Day 4 Trail: Bulboaca – Tighina – Tîrnăuca – Tiraspol • Visit the medieval Tighina Fortress • Visit the largest building in the world in the shape of a bottle • Explore Tiraspol – the so called capital of Transnistria Lunch: Tighina  Overnight: Tiraspol Length: up to 35 km Day 5 Non biking Day in Tiraspol/Free Time Activities: Excursion and black caviar tasting at Aquatir Sturgeon Farm Tiraspol City Tour Excursion and cognac tasting at Kvint Cognac Factory Transfer: Tiraspol – Chițcani – Cioburciu • Discover Chitcani monastery and the highest bell tower • Enjoy picturesque surroundings along the Nistru River Lunch at Kumanek Restaurant Overnight: Cioburciu Day 6 Trail: Cioburciu – Purcari – Crocmaz (Et Cetera) – Chisinau • Discover Purcari Winery and it’s royal wines • Enjoy Et Cetera Winery where they cultivate relationships • Learn how to make bride’s placinta Lunch: Purcari   Overnight: Et Cetera/Chisinau Length: up to 35 km Day 7 Time to say good bye, or how we say in Moldova, see you next time! We will accompany you to the airport to make sure you have a nice and safe trip back home.

Tour info

Duration
6 days
Group Size
Pricing (From)
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Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

Moldova it’s not about wine. It is about the story that stands behind that wine. From the sun pampered berries and carefully hand-picked grapes till the shape of the glass that will best unveil the wine flavour. Join this exiting journey and find the wine that will become your soul mate.

What’s included?

  • 6 nights accommodation

  • Bottled water

  • Breakfast

  • Lunch

  • Snacks

  • Wine tasting

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

  • Use of bicycle

  • Use of helmet

  • Private tour

  • Air-conditioned vehicle

  • Driver/guide

  • Gratuities

  • Medical Insurance

  • Dinner

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 6 days

  • Mobile tickets accepted

Covid Policy

  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas

Cancellation Policy

    All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

Operated by:

VELOPOINT

About operator:

If you are looking for a bike experience in Moldova and want to get off the beaten path, check out our offer. We provide scheduled Chisinau bicycle tours and tailor-made Moldova adventures. Our mission at VELOPOINT Tours and Rental is to give you a unique local experience that will leave you with fantastic lasting memories. We will take you through the hidden side of Chisinau well off the beaten tourist path where you will discover the real Chisinau. You will discover the beautiful culture of Moldova and the peaceful way of life and meet some of the friendly smiling locals. Our local guides will share their passion for Moldova and will happily answer any questions that you may have. So, join any of our bike tours, or tell us how you would like to explore Moldova and what you would like to see and we will create a tailor-made adventure for you. Discover so much more of Moldova on a bike tour with VELOPOINT Team.

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