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Tour of Transnistria

Duration: 7 hours
Destination: Moldova, Bender, Chisinau
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  • 7 hours
  • Chisinau
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

If you want to feel the breath of the former Soviet Union, we invite you to visit Transnistria. It will be exciting and interesting. This region was formed after the war in 1992 and is independent from Moldova, although officially it is considered to be part of Moldova. It has its own currency, own president and three official languages. We will visit places and buildings from the former USSR. You will see Lenin monuments, the majestic House of Soviets in the style of Stalinism, the 16th century Bendery fortress. You will visit the USSR canteen, where many old Soviet things are collected and even visit unigue abandoned places. The highlight of your trip will be visit to a private guesthouse "Usadba Acasa" in a Bulgarian village of Parcani,where we will go for lunch. Lunch will be prepared by caring hosts in the best national traditions.Here you will taste delicious homemade wine and take part in a folklore performance,get acguainted with the life of local residents, national traditions

Itinerary
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Stop At: Tighina Fortress, Bender, Moldova

During our exploration, we will have the opportunity to tour the historical Bender Fortress, situated on the eastern bank of the Dniester River in Bender city. This fortress, dating back to the 16th century, holds significant architectural value and stands as a testament to the town's integration into the Ottoman Empire. The construction of this remarkable stronghold commenced in 1538, marking an important era in its history.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Memorial of Remembrance and Sorrow in Bender, Bender, Moldova

The Memorial of Memory and Sorrow was erected in memory of the defenders of the Transnistrian city of Bendery, who died during the Transnistrian conflict in 1992.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Bender, Bender, Transnistria

Then you will get acquainted with the ancient city of Bender, which is over 600 years old. We will tell you also about the history of the city and about the dramatic events from 30 years ago and also will show how live the modern residents of Bender.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Tiraspol, Tiraspol, Transnistria

We will go by public transport to the capital of the PMR, the city of Tiraspol, built by decree of the Russian Empress Catherine II - at present it is a modern city, the capital of a small independent state. In the center of Tiraspol, a monument to Lenin still stands.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Suvorov Monument, Strada 25 Octombrie, MD-3300, Tiraspol, Moldova

Monument to Suvorov - the Russian Generalissimo, the founder of the city of Tiraspol. Located on the main square of the capital of Transnistria - Suvorov Square

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: The Memorial of Glory, Tiraspol, Moldova

The Memorial of Glory is the main historical and memorial complex of the city of Tiraspol, the capital of the Pridnestrovian Moldavian Republic. Opened in 1972. Participants of the Civil War, the Great Patriotic War, as well as participants in the defense of Transnistria in 1992 are buried here.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Lenin Monument, Strada 25 Octombrie, Tiraspol, Moldova

Monument to V.I. Lenin - a symbol of the revolutionary and Soviet era. Erected in 1987. Located in front of the building of the Supreme Council and the Government of the PMR.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Tiraspol City Hall, Strada 25 Octombrie 101, MD-3300, Tiraspol, Moldova

The House of Soviets is one of the central buildings of Tiraspol, the capital of the Pridnestrovian Moldavian Republic. An architectural monument of the Stalinist Empire style. The building now houses the city council of Tiraspol.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Contina URSS, Strada Rosa Luxemburg 66, Tiraspol 3300, Moldova

Lunch in the atmospheric cafe "Stolovka USSR", in the Soviet style. Lunch is optional, at the request of the guests.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Сквер "Авиаторов", Сквер 60-летия Октября, ул. Каховская 4, Tiraspol, Moldova

It is located in the Balka district, one of the most beloved and visited places of the inhabitants of Tiraspol. Here is a monument to Mig19, erected in honor of the pilots who liberated Tiraspol in 1944.Attractions on the Tour in Transnistrian:
Bendery Fortress

Duration: 1 hour

Inclusions
  • Services of an interpreter guide
  • entrance to the Bendery fortress
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Entry/Admission - Contina URSS
  • Entry/Admission - Tighina Fortress

Exclusions
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Lunch
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

1: Bender, Moldova
2: Suvorov Monument, Strada 25 Octombrie, MD-3300, Tiraspol, Moldova
Traveler pickup is offered
You choose the place and time where we pick up you.If you get to Transnistria on your own,we can give you guidance and advice on how to make it as convenient as possible for you. We can organize a transfer for you from Moldova,for example we can pick you up from the hotel where you are staying or from the airport. For the transfer from Chisinau and back to Chisinau or aiport ot hotel additional fees 60 EUR


Departure Time


Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
Tour of Transnistria
7/17/2023 - 3/23/2025

Monday - Sunday : 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

7 hours


User's Reviews

lukeo455

26 Oct, 2023

Wow, where to start. What a fantastic day and experience. Our guide Tatiana was amazing and very knowledgeable. I’ve wanted to visit Transnistria for a number of years and this was the perfect way to do it. We started off in the city of Bender which has got a rich history and an impressive fortress, all explained by our wonderful guide Tatiana. We got to experience local culture, including a vegetable market and a dairy market, before going on to an old Soviet themed cafe, which is a great experience and atmosphere. And then onto something I wasn’t expecting, a visit to Tatiania’s village where we invited into the family home, and was served an absolutely outstanding home made and home cooked three course meal. The food was amazing and we got to drink home made wine, which was very good quality. After that we spent time with the family playing traditional Moldovan music and instruments which was a humbling and special experience. After this we went to the capital of Transnistria, Tiraspol and learnt about the history of the city, the important figures who were born in Tiraspol and monuments to the brave people who lost their lives during past conflicts. We got to sample the Soviet architecture, experience another Soviet themed cafe and then buy some souvenirs to take home with us. All in all, I couldn’t rate this trip any higher and would highly recommend it for anyone who is travelling to the region. Tatiana and her family are very welcoming and it truly is an experience I will never forget.

George_R

26 Oct, 2023

This tour is a MUST for any English speaker desiring a truly authentic visit to Transnistria! Our tour guide, Tatiana was fantastic and communicated with us prior to the trip to arrange transport to collect us from Chisinau. Tatianas knowledge of the history and politics of this region was second to non. Our host guided us with ease to cross the border into Transnistria where we first stopped by to visit the Bender fortress before walking into the town centre passing by the historic monuments. We visited the Soviet style cafe which was a true time capsule of Soviet times. Perhaps the highlight of our day was being welcomed into our hosts family home, where we were served the most delicious food and wine! Before indulging in a wonderful Moldovan musical performance with father Dimitri. We finished the day in Tiraspol a visit to another Soviet style cafe, also stopping to collect souviniours, coins and to take pictures of the famous house of Soviet. Finally our wonderful hosts returned us to Chisinau I could not recommend this trip higher for any English speaker looking to visit transnistria. George

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