Transnistria Tour: Explore Soviet History from Chisinau

Immerse yourself in the fascinating Soviet history of Transnistria on this full-day tour from Chisinau. Explore the exclusion zone, visit iconic monuments, and learn about life in Transnistria before World War II. Book now!

Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Chisinau - “Meet the knowledgeable guide who will introduce the upcoming journey. After a warm welcome and a brief overview, the drive towards Transnistria will begin. Enjoy the scenic one-hour ride while learning fascinating insights about this unique region, its history, and culture, setting the stage for an unforgettable experience.”
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What's Included
  • Bottled water
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Gratuities
What's Not Included
  • Drinks
  • Lunch
  • Food and drinks
Additional Information

Embark on an unforgettable adventure with us as we present a distinctive tour in Moldova! Journey from Chisinau to Transnistria, an intriguing breakaway republic in eastern Moldova where Soviet traditions are still vibrant, and the locals pursue independence. Explore the historic cities of Tiraspol and Bender, the core of this captivating region.
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Location
Chisinau
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Yukio363
Jan 2, 2025
Visiting a Phantom Nation with a Guide from a Native Country - I was about to go on a winery tour in Moldova when I discovered something called the Transnistria tour. In the first place, the fact that there was an independent state called Transnistria within one nation, Moldova, was beyond Japanese sensibility. The idea is that the region of the Russian population, which wanted to remain in the Soviet Union after the collapse of the Soviet Union and Moldova became independent in 1991, is rather setting up an independent state in search of independence from Moldova. It has its own president and governmental functions, its own currency, and the effective control of the Moldovan government still does not extend. However, it was a phantom nation, with no state recognition from any UN member state, including Japan. Travel between Moldova and Transnistria seemed basically free, although there was passport control at the border point. The Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs has a risk level of 3 (the travel advisory), but it felt like security was not bad at all. There was even a sense of piety, as cars always pulled up in front of pedestrian crossings while walking. There were independent states like this in the South Caucasus, like Georgia and Azerbaijan (which recently collapsed?), but it's not something you can go to easily on tour. This tour of Transnistria was guided by an English-speaking guide from Transnistria, so I was able to wave around the big companies with peace of mind. (I met friends of the guide everywhere I went, so it seemed like I was going to visit the local area, which made me feel very close. lol)
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Josephgv8585pr
Jun 7, 2023
Tour of transnistria from Chișinău - Very interesting, I would recommend to everyone! Saw many many good sights and learned a lot of history!
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Alessandro_b
Feb 22, 2022
Amazint Tour! - Liliya was wonderful. She explained literally everything you need to know about Pridnestrovie! If i have to recommend a daily tour from Chisinau, it is definitely this one! Amazing!
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Liliya
Feb 5, 2022
Wonderful day - Thank you for the Soviet tour in Transnistria, a country do not exist. Hightly recommend to visit it with MoldovaTovisit
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295albinb
Oct 26, 2021
It's a place detached from the world where time has stopped. - The sovjet cantine and the great food was the best part of the day and if there is anything you might need during the day you will probably find it at the Green Market Center. It has everything.
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Camper725649
Oct 21, 2021
Back to the sovjets - It was a very good day. We'll organized and excellent host Igor. There was space for personal wishes such as a visit at the Sheriff stadium.
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K1673efjanw
Oct 1, 2021
It’s interesting and fun. Very good guide. - It is not a cheap excursion, but if you want to know all about this country that doesn’t excist, it is worth it. My guide was Lilia. She herself was born in Transnistrië, experienced there the war between Moldova en Transnistria. She now lives in Chisinau. She knew all about the past en present of both countries. She is very kind and helpfull. Lilia will adjust the tour if you ask and takes your wishes into acount. Transnistria is e weird country. As if you travel back in time. Lenin is everywhere. But it is also a modern country. This Soviet way of life is their principle, but I have the impression that they are very well aware that it is their USP. We went to an impressive old fortress in the city of Bender, and walked through the center of the capital Tiraspol. And we had dinner in a soviet style restaurant. Lilia was our guide and driver. Thanks to her I had a very nice day.
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Anita
Sep 4, 2021
Interesting experience of a country that not exist! - I can highly recommend this tour! My friend and I were accompanied by two lovely young ladies that made it feel like we were on a private trip with friends and not a tour. Even if we got a lot of information about the history and monuments the highlights were to observe the daily life. Lunch at a restaurant Sovjet style, visit the market and talk to people.
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Antonio
Sep 3, 2021
The remains of Soviet Union - Very interesting visit to the last soviet régimen "country" in Europe. Also a nice old times lunch in a soviet bar with typical decoration
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Legrandknowstravel
Sep 3, 2021
Unforgettable - On our first time in Moldova, Igor was on time picking us up from the hotel & made our way to the self-declared republic of Transitia, a country within a country. The tour was excellent and we had a perfect experience of visiting a classless society for the first time, it was like going back in time to the soviet union days. After Transitia, we went with lilia to the monasteries of old orhei, and it was beautiful, along with the traditional village & hilltop views, we made a lovely experience on our first trip as a couple. With gratitude, Lou & Natalia
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