Moldova Discovery

Moldova Discovery with G Adventures is a small group tour that steps beyond the usual European trail to spotlight one of the continent's quieter corners. Beginning in Chișinău, the capital city, the itinerary includes an orientation walk that lays out the basics before the tour slips into the surrounding countryside. Visits to Cricova winery reveal cellars carved deep underground where local vintages mature quietly out of sight.

The route follows local footsteps to cheese-making workshops in villages like Rezina, where a community project aims to keep traditional skills alive. In the southern Gagauzia region, the group experiences a cultural presentation and tastes Gagauz cuisine at a local complex in Congaz. Each stop is punctuated by a mix of walking and private transport, with the pace gentle enough to allow noticing small details like the uneven staircases of accommodations or the hand nozzle showers common to the area.

This tour offers a straightforward introduction to Moldova’s history and foodways, with an emphasis on personal encounters rather than packed sightseeing. G Adventures provides local guides for specific sites and a group leader for the overall experience. The mix of hotels, eco-resorts, and guesthouses reflects the country’s varied hospitality standards.