Heart of the East: Romania & Moldova Adventure

Heart of the East: Romania & Moldova Adventure
Heart of the East: Romania & Moldova Adventure
Heart of the East: Romania & Moldova Adventure
Heart of the East: Romania & Moldova Adventure

From:

CAD $4,549

14 Days

Best Rate: Guarantee

Trip Type: Small Group

Activity Level: Average

Discover the hidden gems of Eastern Europe on this 14-day adventure through Romania and Moldova. From Bustling capitals to village life, some of the most interesting nature and wildlife out there, with a sprinkle of Vlad the Impaler and extensive wine production, this tour won't disappoint.

Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 11 Apr 2026

14 Days
From CAD $4,549
Best Rate
Guarantee
Trip Type
Small Group
Activity Level
Average

Rating

Experience Overview

Highlights

  • Step into Dracula's legend at Bran Castle — home of Vlad the Impaler
  • Explore the canals of the Danube Delta by boat on the lookout for birds and wildlife
  • Explore the dynamic capitals of Bucharest and Chișinău on local walking tours
  • Taste your way through Moldova's local wine and cheeses
  • Be immersed in traditional culture in Moldova's Gaugazia region

Trip Details

Product CodeProduct Code: 37313

Tour TypeTour Type: Small Group

AccommodationAccommodation: Budget

TransportTransport: Private vehicle, speedboat, flight, walking

Guide LanguageGuide Language: English

Travel StylesTravel Styles: Budget

Tour OperatorTour Operator: G Adventures

Supplier CodeSupplier Code: ERBM

StartStarts: Bucharest, Romania

FinishFinishes: Chişinău, Moldova

DurationDuration: 14 days

DeparturesDepartures: Guaranteed

Physical RatingPhysical Rating: Average

Includes

Activities

  • Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your Local Living Moment: Fromage - Made in Moldova, Rezina Your Foodie Moment: Cooking Class in Trebujeni, Trebujeni Your Local Living Moment: Gagauz Sofrası Meal and Experience, Congaz
  • Visit the town of Sinaia
  • Bran Castle entrance ticket
  • Free time in Brasov
  • Visit to the Berca Mud Volcanoes
  • CEO-led orientation walk in Mila 23
  • Full-day guided tour of the Danube Delta by speedboat
  • Chisinau orientation walk
  • Guided walking tour of Chisinau
  • Cricova Winery tour and tasting
  • Saharna Monastery visit
  • 'Fromage - Made in Moldova' project visit and light lunch
  • Orheiul Vechi Hike
  • Trebujeni cooking class
  • Guided National Gagauz History and Ethnographic Museum visit with cultural presentation
  • Comrat winery tour and tasting
  • Gagauz Sofrasi cultural and culinary complex visit with dinner
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Accommodation

  • Hotels (8 nts), Guesthouses (3 nts), Eco Resort (2 nts)
  • 14 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners

Transport

  • Private vehicle, speedboat, flight, walking

Group Leader

  • Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, local guides.

Price

Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $4,549 ($325 /day)

Itinerary

1

Day 1: Bucharest

Arrive at any time. After a welcome briefing, set off with your CEO on an evening orientation walk on the way to an optional group dinner.

2

Day 2: Braşov

Explore the famous Transylvania region today, beginning in Sinaia, home to the iconic Peles Castle. Tour the castle on your own and spend time in the gardens before moving on to Bran Castle. Located on a rocky promontory and owned by Vlad the Impaler himself, this medieval castle is what you picture when you think of Bram Stoker's Dracula, a space shrouded by mystery and legend. Continue onward to Brasov and join your CEO on a late afternoon walk.

3

Day 3: Braşov

Discover Brasov today with free time. Wander through the medieval streets and visit some of the city's most iconic sites to get the most of the region's beautiful architecture and vibrant history.

4

Day 4: Buzău

Depart from Brasov this morning and drive to the lesser-known region of Buzău. Settle in to your guesthouse then continue on to the Berca Mud Volcanoes, a geological and botanical reserve located a short distance from the city. Take in the unique lunar landscapes and watch for eruptions before returning to Buzău for the night.

5

Day 5: Danube Delta

After breakfast, head east to Tulcea, the gateway to the Danube Delta, and board a speedboat to the remote fishing village of Mila 23 - accessible only by water. Check in to your new home away from home and enjoy lunch on your own before setting out on foot with your CEO to explore the town. End the day surrounded by nature in one of Europe's last truly wild places.

6

Day 6: Danube Delta

Today is dedicated to discovering the natural beauty of the Danube Delta. Board a speedboat on a guided excursion through the intricate network of canals, lakes, and reed beds that make up this ecological wonder. Keep an eye out for pelicans, herons, and egrets, as well as a variety of fish and plant life, and learn about the unique ecosystem and traditions of the Lipovan community. Visit the town and beaches of Sulina on the Black Sea before returning to the guesthouse for the evening.

7

Day 7: Bucharest

Wave goodbye to the beautiful Danube Delta this morning and set off across the water, back to Tulcea. Transfer to a private vehicle and watch the world go by as you head back to Bucharest for the night.

8

Day 8: Bucharest/Chişinău

Transfer to the airport for the flight to Chisinau, Moldova's capital city. In the evening, join your CEO for a short orientation walk on the way to an optional dinner out, before settling in for the next leg of the adventure.

9

Day 9: Chişinău

Set out this morning with a local guide on a walking tour of Chisinau. Pass by some of the city's main sights and historical landmarks like the Parliament building and gaze at the beautiful architecture of the City Hall and St. Pantelimon Church. In the afternoon, visit Cricova Winery for a tour of the underground wine cellars and enjoy a tasting of some of the wines Moldova is famous for. Return to Chisinau for a free evening and optional dinner out with the group.

10

Day 10: Chişinău/Butuceni

This morning, depart Chisinau for the North of Moldova. Stop at the Monastery of Saharna, a picturesque complex where you can relax in the shadow of a cascading waterfall, paired with ancient relics and deep history. Next, transfer to a local cheese factory in a small village for a light lunch sampling fresh cheeses, jams and wine. Learn how the initiative serves to support the community by providing employment and preserving Moldovan traditions. Continue to Butuceni Village for the evening.

11

Day 11: Butuceni

This morning enjoy some light hiking to Orheiul Vechi, an area of natural beauty shaped by the river Raut as it cuts into the rocky hills of central Moldova. In medieval times, the river Raut served as a travel route for merchants from as far away as Greece. After free time in the village, join a cooking class at an agro-pension in Trebujeni, then stroll back to the eco resort in Butuceni. Enjoy the rest of the afternoon free to explore or relax.

12

Day 12: Butuceni/Congaz

Embark on a day of cultural immersion into the Gaugazia region of Moldova. Start at the National Gagauz History and Ethnographic Museum and learn of the local wedding traditions with an interactive presentation. Continue on to Comrat for a winery tour and tasting, then visit Gagauz Sofrasi, a cultural and culinary complex where you'll learn about local traditions and indulge in a traditional Gagauz feast, featuring locally sourced ingredients and expertly crafted wines.

13

Day 13: Congaz/Chişinău

Wave goodbye to Congaz this morning and depart for the drive back to Chisinau. The remainder of the day is free to explore Moldova's capital city before regrouping in the evening for an optional final dinner out with the group.

14

Day 14: Chişinău

Depart at any time.

Similar Tours

Borneo – East Sabah Adventure

8 Days from CAD $1,823

Rajasthan Adventure

15 Days from CAD $1,299

East Coast Australia Adventure

19 Days from CAD $6,335

Heart of Central America

15 Days from CAD $2,242

Sapa Adventure

5 Days from CAD $615

Tour Operator

G Adventures

G Adventures is an operator of small-group escorted tours. It is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada with 28 offices worldwide. It offers more than 700 itineraries in more than 100 countries, and carries 200,000 travelers from 160 countries each year.

In Business Since 1990

Download a personalized trip brochure!