Enjoy a short tour of Iasi, the most impressive city in North-East of Romania and get an idea of the beauty and history of this city. This walking tour is the best way to get an idea about the city in a short time. From the Palace of Culture to the Union Square the tour will show you the essential of Iasi, Moldavia’s largest town, the main educational center, known as the city of the great ideas or the city of the seven hills like Rome or Lisbon.
Capital of Romanian United Principalities two times between 1859-1862 and 1916-1918, at this moment Iasi is considered Romania’s Cultural Capital. You will discover some of the highlights such as Golia Monastery, a 17th century monastery situated in the heart of the city with its Clock Tower, the oldest buidling of 13th century in Iasi, The National Theater, built in just two years at the end of 19th century by the famous austrian architects Felner and Helmer, first theater of its kind in Romania.
We will continue our journey by visiting The Metropolitan Cathedral, Roznovanu Palace (the building which houses the City Hall), The Catholic Cathedral, The Three Hierarchics Monastery, one of the most fabulous religious constructions in Romania because of its unique exterior architecture, an 17th century building.
From that point we will be heading to the Palace Square, where we will see The Palace of Culture, a neogothic palace, constructed at the beginning of 20th century, inspired from Hotel de Ville Paris.
Tour Iasi in comfort and style in a car, accompanied by an experienced local driver-guide having the opportunity to leave the central area in idea to take a look over the surroundings. It’s a perfect tour in case of rainy or cold days since the climate in Iasi is not a endless summer, unfortunately. The most impressive city in North-East of Romania and of the largest of the country, Iasi, once was the capital of Romanian United Principalities for two times between 1859-1862 and 1916-1918.
At this moment Iasi is considered Romania’s Cultural Capital, known as the city of the great ideas or the city of the seven hills like Rome or Lisbon. Enjoy viewing attractions as: Golia Monastery, a 17th century monastery situated in the heart of the city with its Clock Tower, the oldest buidling of 13th century in Iasi, The National Theater, built in just two years at the end of 19th century by the famous austrian architects Felner and Helmer, first theater of its kind in Romania.
We will continue our journey by visiting The Metropolitan Cathedral, Roznovanu Palace (the building which houses the City Hall), The Catholic Cathedral, The Three Hierarchics Monastery, one of the most fabulous religious constructions in Romania because of its unique exterior architecture, an 17th century building. From that point we will be heading to the Palace Square, where we will see The Palace of Culture, a neogothic palace, constructed at the beginning of 20th century, inspired from Hotel de Ville Paris.
Improve your history and art knowledge by visiting the an unique monastery in Bucovina worldwide famous once included in UNESCO World Heritage. The tour starts in Iasi, Moldavia’s largest town, the main educational center, known as the city of the great ideas or the city of the seven hills like Rome or Lisbon.
Capital of Romanian United Principalities two times between 1859-1862 and 1916-1918, at this moment Iasi is considered Romania’s Cultural Capital. Part of Moldavia, Bucovina became region administrated by Austro-Hungarian Empire between 1775 until 1918 following to Russian Austrian conflicts. It offers picturesque landscapes with low mountains covered by forest and rivers valleys hiding peaceful monasteries some of them founded half of millennium ago.
First stop is Voronet Monastery, known as The Sistine Chapel of Eastern Europe due its exterior blue frescoes showing “The Last Judgment”. The next leg will take us to Agapia Monastery, a famous nouns monastery, dated 17th century painted by one of the best known Romanian painters, Nicolae Grigorescu.
The last stop will be at Neamt Fortress, dated late 14th century, part of the former Moldavian defense system once. Along the time, the citadel was the main guardian on Moldova and Siret valleys but also on the gateway to Transylvania, becoming one of the major Fortress of Moldova, because of the many works of strengthening during the time of Stephen the Great who leaded Moldavia almost for his entire life dedicated to a permanent fight against the Ottoman Empire. The building was declared a historical monument in 1866 and is major lanndmark for a visit in the North East Romania.
One day trip with driver-guide to see the highlights of the famous UNESCO World Heritage sites of the Monasteries of Bucovina. The tour includes visits to the worldwide best-known monasteries of Voronet, Moldovita and Sucevita. This day trip is the perfect choice to get an idea about what Bucovina means, which became region administrated by Austro-Hungarian Empire between 1785 until 1918 following to Russian Austrian conflicts.
First stop is Voronet Monastery, known as The Sistine Chapel of Eastern Europe due its exterior blue frescoes showing “The Last Judgment”. Of course, here’s the place where You will discover a lot about the former Moldavian rulers like Stephan the Great, who leaded Moldavia almost for his entire life dedicated to a permanent fight against the Ottoman Empire. Stephan’s the Great role was a major one in Europe’s Dark Age since his small kingdom was like a buffer zone between the Muslim expansion towards the Christianity of Europe, that’s why he was named by the Papa Sixt as “Athleta Christi” due his fights in name of Christianity.
In just half hour by car from Voronet the road will take you to another mountain village, where is located The Monastery of Moldovita, one of the first painted monasteries in Bucovina, completed in 1532.
Crossing Obcina Mare mountain, you will discover the late 16th century Sucevita monastery the newest between the painted churches. Leaving Bucovina without visiting the traditional workshop of black pottery in Marginea to find out the secrets directly from clay masters, is not allowed.
You will meet with your guide and enjoy a day trip in Bucovina, home to one of the world’s greatest art treasures: the Painted Monasteries, known in the UNESCO patrimony as the Churches of Moldavia, included since 1993.
We will start our tour with a visit to Romania’s most renowned monastery: Voronet, a jewel of the UNESCO northern heritage whose frescoes -featuring an intense shade of blue- have become famous throughout the world. Not far from here is Humor Monastery, a small, cross-shaped church, built in 1530 which will delight your sight.
Our next stop will be at Moldovita monastery, an architectural masterpiece in the Byzantine style included among the UNESCO world heritage sites. The last visit for the day will be at Marginea, a famous folk art center, best known for black ceramics which is made here. You will witness the craft of moulding clay, according to a technique unique in the world. Afterwards, you will be transferred back to Iasi.
You will meet with your guide and enjoy a day trip in Bucovina, home to one of the world’s greatest art treasures: the Painted Monasteries, known in the UNESCO patrimony as the Churches of Moldavia, included since 1993. We will start our tour with a visit to Romania’s most renowned monastery: Voronet, a jewel of the UNESCO northern heritage whose frescoes -featuring an intense shade of blue- have become famous throughout the world.
Not far from here is Humor Monastery, a small, cross-shaped church, built in 1530 which will delight your sight. Our next stop will be at Moldovita monastery, an architectural masterpiece in the Byzantine style included among the UNESCO world heritage sites. The last visit for the day will be at Marginea, a famous folk art center, best known for black ceramics which is made here. You will witness the craft of moulding clay, according to a technique unique in the world. Afterwards, you will be transferred back to Iasi.
You will meet with your guide and enjoy a day trip in the Moldavian capital, Chisinau. On the way, you will find out about the history of two of Moldova’s most beautiful monasteries. Our first stop will be at Hancu Monastery, one of the most visited historical monuments and one of the leading churches of Moldova.
The convent is surrounded by many underground springs with holy water that attract people from all around the world. Our next visit will be at one of the oldest and most beautiful monuments in Moldova, Capriana Monastery. For a long time the monastery was the residence of the Metropolitan of Moldova and it was patronized by many Rulers of Moldova including Stefan the Great.
Chisinau was first documented in 1420, but most of it was levelled in WWII and by a tragic earthquake that struck in 1940. They started rebuilding the city in 1950 in Soviet style, and both the center and outskirts are dominated by utilitarian high-rise buildings. On our tour we will discover Chisinau’s main attractions: their own Arc de Triomphe, the 1841 Holy Gates at the center of the city and we will stroll through one of the city’s parks and learn about Prince Stefan, the noble symbol of Moldova's medieval past.
We will stop at Russia's national poet Alexander Pushkin tiny cottage, where he lived for 3 years during his exile. The interior is filled with original furnishings and personal items, including a portrait of his beloved Byron. Next on our itinerary is Cricova Winery, situated at a depth of 50-80 meters, representing a real underground city. The Moldavian cellars where Vladmir Putin keeps his wine are so big you need to drive through them. You will also find Herman Goering's private collection, taken by the Red Army from Berlin in 1945. Considered to be the pearl of Moldovan winemaking, Cricova is the founder of production of high-quality elite wines. The influence of Ancient Greece and the Roman period is reflected in the reliefs you will discover inside the winery.
In this unique place you will have to opportunity to discover the steps to wine tasting and try a selection of the great range of wines. Afterwards, you will be transferred back to Iasi. Drinks (a bottle of water is included). Also the drinks at the winery are included. Lunch is not included. Free time for lunch 1h 30 min.
You will enjoy a half day walking tour in one of the most important and oldest cities in Romania. You will be amazed by the way that the occidental part of the city blends in with the old town shaped by hundreds of years of history, culture and religious life.
The tour starts at the Palace of Culture, the symbol of the city, where you will meet with your guide, who will introduce you to the city’s past. We will enjoy a walk in the palace’s charming garden where the guide will tell you the story of this marvelous edifice which served as Administrative and Judicial Palace until 1955. We will stroll down the Stefan Cel Mare Boulevard where most of the main attractions of the city are situated. Our walking tour includes two of the most representative religious images of Iasi: the Three Hierarchs Church and the Metropolitan Cathedral. Roznovanu Palace hosts nowadays city hall. The beautiful building was constructed in the 19th century. Next you will observe the oldest theatre in the country, the Vasile Alecsandri National Theatre. Our tour takes us to the Union Square, an important historic part of the city and we will visit the Union Museum. Our last stop will be at Golia Monastery, a place which induces peace and serenity and it also offer an impressive view over the city from its tower.
You will enjoy a few pleasant hours in one of the largest cities in Romania. You will enter the city’s bohemian atmosphere present, mostly, in the old part of the town and you will also witness the animated occidental lifestyle.
The tour starts at one of the most impressive buildings of the city, the Palace of Culture, where you can observe its flamboyant neogothic style and admire the beautiful garden behind the Palace. Next, the tour guide will take you to a walk along the main historical street of the city: Stefan cel Mare, where you’ll visit and find out information about the National Theatre Vasile Alecsandri. The building is a true architectonic jewel with a one of the most amazing theatre halls in the world, beautifully decorated with an iron curtain painted by Al. Goltz, rococo crystal Venice chandelier with 109 bulbs and the ceiling depicts Edenic parables representing angles and nymphs.
Next we will visit two of the most imposing religious symbols of Iasi: Three Hierarchs Church and the Metropolitan Cathedral. We will continue with a visit to the Technical University “Gheorghe Asachi” Library, one of the most majestic libraries in the world. According to Bored Panda this library is considered to be amongst libraries like New York Public Library, The City Library from Stuttgart, Bibliothèque Nationale De France, Biblioteca Real Gabinete Portugues De Leitura from Rio de Janeiro.
Next, you’ll be introduced in the most important place of the city history, the Union Square, where the Romanian Union in 1859 was first celebrated. Now, you have 1 hour and 30 minutes free time for lunch that you may serve at a restaurant recommended by us (Bolta Rece), or at the restaurant of your own choice. In the second part of the tour you will admire a beautiful view over the whole city from the tower of the Golia Monastery. Copou Hill, with its University (first in Romania) and Botanical Garden will complete your day in the cultural capital of Moldavia.
The tour will end with a marvelous view over the city from Cetatuia hill where we will also visit the monastery with the same name surrounded by fortifications with towers on the corners.