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East European Discovery – Romania and Moldova’s Transnistria and Gagauzia

10 days
From Bucharest to Chisinau
4.9
5 traveler reviews
East European Discovery – Romania and Moldova’s Transnistria and Gagauzia - Penguin Travel
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Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 4 - 16
Age range 14 to 80
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Highlights

  • Explore Peles Castle's rich armory collection
  • Tour Bran Castle, the legendary Dracula's home
  • Admire frescoes in Bucovina's painted monasteries
  • Visit Orheiul Vechi's ancient Cave Monastery
  • Taste wines in Milesti Mici's vast cellars

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Bucharest - Sinaia - Brasov (Romania)
  2. Day 2 Brasov - Bran - Lacu Rosu
  3. Day 3 Lacu Rosu - Voronet
  4. Day 4 Voronet - Suceava - Iasi
  5. Day 5 Crossing Moldova border to Chisinau (Moldova)
  6. Day 6 Chisinau City Tour - Orheiul Vechi - Chisinau
  7. Day 7 Chisinau Milesti Mici Winery - Tighina Fortress - Tiraspol - Tiraspol (Transnistria)
  8. Day 8 Tiraspol - Tvarditsa - Beshalma - Comrat (Gagauzia)
  9. Day 9 Comrat - Chisinau
  10. Day 10 Departure from Chisinau (Moldova)
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Transport

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Operated by

Penguin Travel

Number of tours

28

Age Range

18 to 80 years old

Response time

within 1 day

Response rate

96%

Established in 1989 in the heart of Copenhagen (Denmark), Penguin Travel rose as a pioneering travel agency offering trips to off-the-beaten-path destinations. The company started out operating cultural and active tours to little-known destinations in Eastern Europe, Africa, and the Middle East,...

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    4.9
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Guide
    Excellent
    4.8
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.8
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.8
  • Food
    Excellent
    4.8
  • 4.4
  • A
    · March 29th, 2024
    Our trip through Moldova and Romania was great. The accommodations were cozy and welcoming, providing a comfortable retreat each evening. Our itinerary was well-planned, allowing us to explore each region's distinct history thoroughly. The guides were knowledgeable and enthusiastic to share their stories. Overall, it was a memorable journey that exceeded our expectations.
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    Many thanks for your feedback, We are looking forward to have you on one of our tours again.
    Trip date: September 2019
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  • A
    · March 29th, 2024
    Overall, the trip was enjoyable with plenty of fascinating sights, and we encountered no major issues. However, it's advisable to replace some guides. Some local guides were really good, but others fell short of delivering the expected services. Some of the hotels could be better.
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    Penguin Travel commented on this review
    Many thanks for your feedback, We are looking forward to have you on one of our tours again.
    Trip date: September 2023
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  • A
    · March 29th, 2024
    Throughout our tour, the Penguin tour leader demonstrated exceptional organization, remained calm, and showed great consideration. I am thoroughly impressed and intend to use Penguin again in the future. The price was justified, and I am completely satisfied with the tour experience.
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    Penguin Travel commented on this review
    Many thanks for your feedback, We are looking forward to have you on one of our tours again.
    Trip date: September 2023
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  • A
    · March 29th, 2024
    Our journey through Moldova and Romania, including Transnistria and Gagauzia, was a nice blend of history, culture, and hospitality. The itinerary was well-crafted. Transnistria is a very interesting place to explore its Soviet echoes and also the Turkic traditions of Gagauzia. The accommodations surpassed our expectations. Our guides were not only knowledgeable but also passionate and had fascinating insights and personal anecdotes. Overall, it was a truly unforgettable adventure that left us with cherished memories and a newfound appreciation for this lesser-known corner of Eastern Europe.
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    Penguin Travel commented on this review
    Many thanks for your feedback, We are looking forward to have you on one of our tours again.
    Trip date: September 2023
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  • A
    · March 29th, 2024
    Our trip to Moldova, Romania and Transnistria was a great adventure. We learned so much about the history previously unknown to us. We explored very interesting towns and landscapes, we gained a genuine insight into local life. Guided by an exceptionally knowledgeable and hospitable guide, we savored delicious traditional cuisine and left with a longing to return and explore further. Overall, our experience was deeply enriching and one we wholeheartedly recommend to others seeking an authentic cultural journey.
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    Many thanks for your feedback, We are looking forward to have you on one of our tours again.
    Trip date: September 2023
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East European Discovery – Romania and Moldova’s Transnistria and Gagauzia
From Bucharest to Chisinau

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Good to Know

Tour ID: 268511

  • Currencies
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    Moldovan Leu
    Moldova
    Euro
  • Plugs & Adapters

    As a traveler from USA, Canada, England, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F.

    Type C
    Moldova and Romania
    Type E
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  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Moldova and Romania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Moldova and Romania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Moldova and Romania. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Moldova and Romania. Ideally 2 months before travel.
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