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Step back in time to the Soviet era on this action-packed private tour. Discover the history of the Soviet Union at Transnistria, with preserved Soviet monuments, equipment and historically important places. Visit the Bender Fortress dating back to 1538, the Tighina Military Cemetery, and discover local life at the Green Market Center at Tiraspol. See the Suvorov Monument, Tank Monument and the impressive Palacio Presidential.

Located on the banks of the Dniester River, Tipova Monastery stands out as a remarkable rock-hewn monastic complex, arguably the most impressive in Moldova and one of the largest in Europe. With multiple levels spread over a generous area, this monastery once housed over 700 monks in its hermitages, and today, there are hundreds of monk cells in the surrounding area. The origin of the monastic community dates back long before the establishment of the Moldovan feudal state. It is said that some cells were carved into the rocks along the banks of the Dniester as early as the 10th-12th centuries, serving as protection against barbarian invasions. The landscape in this area is simply stunning: the tranquil waters of the Dniester, steep cliffs concealing hundreds of cells and caves, the beauty of nature, and waterfalls. After exploring Tipova reservation we will continue our tour in a very picturesque village - Lalova, where wwe will take a lunch in a nice guesthouse - Hanul lui Hanganu.

Discover two unique places in Moldova when you book this private tour of the Manuc Bei Mansion and the Gagauzia area. First, visit the 19th-century Manuc Bei Mansion for a tour of the grounds and to learn about its history. Then, visit the area of Gagauzia which is populated by a Turkish-speaking minority from Bulgaria to learn about their history and culture.

Transnistria has preserved a lot of Soviet monuments, equipment, attractive places and facts that will be interesting for everyone to learn. Visiting Transnistria is like traveling on a time machine – not much has changed there since nowadays. The cities of Bender and Tiraspol, keep many soviet monuments, with a specific architecture. You should come to Transnistria especially if you’re from a country that was never a part of the Soviet Bloc or controlled by it. At Mimi Castle we will make an excursion, which will include a visit to: Historical Cellars, Production area, Castle's Gardens & Interiors. After excursion will continue with the tasting of 5 wines and a set of delicious traditional Moldovan and gourmet food appetizers: gravlax salmon with black bread, tomme cheese handmade with pear, pâté with almond rye cracker, mozzarella with cherry tomatoes and olives, and roast beef with wine sauce. The excursion at Castle Mimi Winery lasts about 90 minutes.

Not everyone gets to go back in time and experience what Soviet-era life was like. This tour from Chisinau to Transnistria in Moldova allows you to do just that. This is a private tour, so you and your group will go at your own pace, instead of having to stick to a fixed itinerary. You’ll visit places like the Suvorov Monument, Bender Fortress, Tiraspol, and more. Cameras ready for Soviet architectural relics.

Country Tour Within 8 unforgettable days, you will immerse in the wonderful world of rock monasteries among the lovely landscape, with neat rows of vineyards • visit the “wine cities” Cricova and Milestii Mici • the old fortress of Bender • go back to USSR visiting Transnistria, familiarize with the culture and history of the multi-ethnic country

There are a few places in the world which still "breathe the air of Soviet Union" I invite you to dive into our world, esplore its beauty, taste its authenticity. Moldovans are famous for their hospitality - it represents the signature of the country, having earned Moldova the name of "piece of heaven"