- Our “Essential” holidays are ideal for those who like to explore under their own steam, safe in the knowledge all their accommodation, transfers and travel are taken care of by us.
- Admire views of the Black Sea coastline
- Climb Odessa's famous Potemkin Steps
- Explore St. Sophia's Cathedral in Kyiv
Discover Moldova & Ukraine
On this tailor-made tour in Moldova discover Chisinau, a city more reminiscent of a provincial town with its wonderful selection of museums, a fabulous opera house and plenty of excellent restaurants offering one of Moldova’s national treasures – its wine. In Ukraine, head to the bustling seaport of Odessa, where cobblestone boulevards line the coast and complete the journey in the cosmopolitan city of Kyiv, where striking golden domes dominate the skyline.
This itinerary leaves you free to spend the days as you wish. However, we can pre-book several excursions in both Moldova and Ukraine. Speak to a Regent Travel Specialist for more details.
Tour Itinerary
Fly to Chisinau. On arrival transfer to the hotel and check in for three nights.
Often referred to as small Rome due to its location on seven hills, Moldova’s capital is full of charm. With numerous parks and tree-lined boulevards, Chisinau is a surprisingly green city, and one that is surrounded by vineyards, which makes it a popular destination for wine tours. Spend the day exploring the city or perhaps enjoy a wine tasting at a local winery. (B)
Why not explore some of the many museums on offer in Moldova’s capital such as the National Archaeology & History Museum, National Army Museum and Pushkin Museum. Catch the changing of the guard on the hour, every hour, at Memorial Park. (B)
Take a private transfer to the coastal city of Odessa. On arrival, check in to the hotel for four nights. If local conditions permit, a tour of Tiraspol, Moldova’s second largest city and capital of Transdniestr will be included en-route. (B)
On the shores of the Black Sea is the popular tourist hotspot – Arkadia Beach. Here you can relax or enjoy the many entertainment options along the promenade. To escape then crowds, visit picturesque Shevchenko Park and historic Vorontsov’s Palace which offers superb views of the sparkling Black Sea. (B)
Enjoy a stroll along Deribasivs’ka Street with its buildings, monuments, shops, restaurants and bars, and walk to the sea down Potemkin Steps - the city’s giant stairway. For those not wanting to climb back up to the top, take the funicular which runs parallel. (B)
Spend the day at leisure exploring Odessa or opt for an optional excursion. (B)
Transfer to the train station and take a day train to Kyiv. On arrival transfer to the hotel and check in for four nights. (B)
Discover colourful mosaics and frescoes inside the beautiful St. Sophia’s Cathedral, the city’s oldest church, take a wander through Maidan Nezalezhnosti, the scene of the Orange Revolution, or spend time at Pecherska Lavra, a unique monastery complex with a system of underground caves. (B)
Free day to explore Kyiv at leisure. (B)
Free day to explore Kyiv at leisure. (B)
Pricing Information
Price Includes
- Return international flights from the UK to the Moldova & Ukraine
- All airport taxes and security charges
- Accommodation in three-star hotels with breakfast
- All transfers
- Transfer to Odessa by private car including guided tour of Tiraspol
- Train tickets, Odessa to Kyiv
Price Includes
Price Excludes
- Travel Insurance
- Tips and gratuities
- Optional excursions
Price Notes
This is an example itinerary staying at our preferred three star hotels, accompanied by a guide price. If you would like alternative options staying at four or five star hotels, or if you have a higher or lower budget than the guide price, please ring one of our travel specialists on 0207 666 1244 and we can tailor this trip to suit your precise requirements.
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- Moldova, Chisinau
- Ukraine, Odessa
- Ukraine, Kiev
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It is no longer rquired to declare money on entry to Moldova. We recommend the Orheiul Vechi excursion from Chisinau. We went with the same guide (Natasha) who took us to Tiraspol. She was very informative and nice. Chisinau is not geared up for tourists (to put it midly) and it can be hard to find somewhere to eat. There is a cluster of restaurants at the end of 31 Aug 1989 Street, near the central parks. We particularly liked the Hotel Bristol in Yalta, which as located near the promenade - very pleasant and nice food.
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