Moldova in 1 Day: Chișinău City Tour + Transnistria Time Travel
Overview
Transnistria & Chișinău: 8-Hour Soviet-Era and City Highlights Tour
Experience an in-depth, full-day excursion from Chișinău that explores one of Moldova’s most intriguing regions. Accompanied by a knowledgeable local guide and professional driver, you will journey into Transnistria, a self-proclaimed breakaway territory renowned for its enduring Soviet-era ambiance. Discover the region’s unique history, culture, and its complex status within Eastern Europe.
Tour Highlights:
- Expert commentary and insights provided by a professional local guide throughout the day.
- Enjoy a scenic drive across the border into Transnistria, where you will witness a rare and authentic snapshot of Soviet-era life and culture.
- Benefit from a small group setting (approximately 2-12 travelers), allowing for a more personalized and engaging experience.
- Return to Chișinău by late afternoon or early evening.
Important Information:
- Please ensure you bring your passport, as it is required for border
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Round-trip transport car or minivan
- Driver/guide
- Lunch
Meeting and Pickup
Dear Guests Let us be your local guide! We will discover and enjoy your trip to Moldova. Our guides, drivers are very polite, gentle, awareness and kindly with our guests.
What To Expect
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Chisinau
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Tiraspol
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Back to USSR: Tiraspol Edition
40 minutes Admission Ticket Included
House of Soviets
20 minutes Admission Ticket Included
The Tank Monument
10 minutes Admission Ticket Included
The Suvorov Monument
20 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Bender
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Chisinau
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Moldova in 1 Day: Chișinău City Tour + Transnistria Time Travel?
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Bottled water.
- Round-trip transport car or minivan.
- Driver/guide.
- Lunch.
The minimum age to participate is 18..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Moldova in 1 Day: Chișinău City Tour + Transnistria Time Travel is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Moldova in 1 Day: Chișinău City Tour + Transnistria Time Travel will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Bottled water
- Round-trip transport car or minivan
- Driver/guide
- Lunch
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
