Manuc Bei, Mileștii Mici & Castel Mimi

Moldova Cultural Tours – Discover History, Heritage & Traditions Moldova Wine Tours – Explore Wineries & Taste Moldovan Wine

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Duration: 10 hours

Language: Available upon request (subject to availability)

Overview

Overview

Discover Moldova through its history, architecture, and world-renowned wine culture. This full-day experience combines an elegant 19th-century mansion, the world’s largest underground wine city, and one of the country’s most prestigious wine estates.
Perfect for travelers seeking a blend of culture, heritage, gastronomy, and authentic Moldovan hospitality.

What Makes This Tour Special

Combines cultural heritage and premium wine experiences in a single day.
Visit three of Moldova’s most iconic attractions.
Discover the world’s largest underground wine collection.
Enjoy authentic Moldovan cuisine and award-winning wines.
Ideal for wine lovers, culture enthusiasts, and first-time visitors.

Included

Professional guide (language options available upon request, subject to availability)
Private transportation throughout the tour
Entrance fees for the sites included in the itinerary
Guided tour at Mileștii Mici
Wine tasting of 5 wines at Mileștii Mici
Traditional Moldovan lunch at Mileștii Mici
Guided tour at Castel Mimi
Wine tasting of 5 wines at Castel Mimi
Assorted snacks during the tasting at Castel Mimi

Not Included

Personal expenses
Additional food and beverages not mentioned in the program
Services not specifically mentioned in the itinerary

What To Expect

09:00 – Departure from Chișinău

Meet your guide and begin your journey through southern Moldova, discovering some of the country’s most fascinating cultural and wine tourism attractions.

10:00 – 11:00 | Manuc Bei Mansion

Begin the day with a visit to one of Moldova’s most impressive architectural landmarks.

Built in the late 19th century, the Manuc Bei Mansion reflects the elegance and influence of one of the region’s most remarkable historical figures – Manuc Bei, a renowned merchant, diplomat, and entrepreneur.

Highlights include:

The beautifully restored mansion
Historic architecture and decorative elements
Stories of Manuc Bei and his role in regional history
The surrounding estate and gardens

A perfect introduction to Moldova’s rich cultural heritage.

12:00 – 15:00 | Mileștii Mici Winery

Continue to the legendary Mileștii Mici underground wine city, recognized for housing one of the largest wine collections in the world.

Travel through kilometers of underground galleries, where ideal conditions have preserved millions of bottles for decades.

Experience includes:

Guided tour through the underground wine galleries
Introduction to Moldova’s wine-making traditions
Tasting of 5 exceptional Mileștii Mici wines
Traditional Moldovan lunch featuring:
- Local appetizers
- Warm traditional specialties
- Dessert

This experience offers an authentic insight into one of Moldova’s greatest national treasures.

16:00 – 18:00 | Castel Mimi

The afternoon is dedicated to one of Moldova’s most prestigious wine estates.

Originally founded in 1893, Castel Mimi has become a symbol of Moldova’s modern wine tourism, combining history, innovation, and elegance.

Experience includes:

Guided tour of the castle and winery
Introduction to the estate’s history and wine production
Tasting of 5 carefully selected wines
Assorted local snacks

Enjoy the beautiful architecture, landscaped gardens, and refined atmosphere that have made Castel Mimi one of the country’s most visited destinations.