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*NEW* 13 DAYS ENCHANTING MOLDOVA, ROMANIA & BULGARIA (9 – 21 May 2025)

Chisinau, Tiraspol, Suceava, Sighisoara, Brasov, Bran, Sinaia, Bucharest, Ruse, Veliko, Tarnovo, Plovdiv, Sofia

History & Culture, Off the Beaten, Nature & Wildlife

Highlights

  • Enjoy Wine, Black caviar & Champagne tasting, as well as Cognac and Chocolate pairing 
  • Tour Tiraspol city in style with a ride in Soviet vintage car 
  • Be enthralled by a private Organ concert inside a historic church in Sighisoara 
  • Comprehensive tour of Dracula (Bran) Castle and Peles Castle 
  • Immerse in a private Bulgarian folklore performance 
  • Most fully inclusive arrangements and accompanied by Intriq’s Travel Concierge  

Tucked away in the remote Southeast of Europe, Moldova, Romania & Bulgaria are arguably the last real adventure in Europe. From the beautiful painted churches in Romanian Highland and the famed Dracula Castle; to lovely villages hidden in Carpathian Mountains and vibrant folklores everywhere; to quaint medieval townships… The region begged to be explored. 
 
This trip is carefully crafted to take you through the 3 countries with the most time efficient routing, taking time to go off the beaten path and visiting the top sights in depth. Well curated special “wow” activities include wine tasting at the world’s largest wine cellar, black caviar tasting at one of Europe’s biggest caviar factories, private Organ concert in a historical church, special guide in Dracula Castle and more.  

Land Tour Price

Twin Sharing: S$ 11,880 per person
Single Supplement: S$1,480

SGD 11,880 Per Person
Per Person

Early Bird Promotion
First two bookings with deposit (limit to two rooms) will get complimentary upgrade to Signature Suite in Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia for 2 nights

Deposit Amount

SGD 2,376/- Per Person

20% Deposit at time of booking

13 Days 12 Nights

*Registration Closing Date
7 Feb 2025 or when tour is fully subscribed

Cancellation Charges:
Before 7 Feb 2025: Forfeit deposit
From 7 Feb 2025: 100% charge

DETAILED ITINERARY

Day 01
9 MAY 2025, FRI ARRIVAL IN CHISINAU

Chisinau
Lunch, Dinner included

Chisinau: The Capital of Moldova 

This morning, arrive in Chisinau, a city of parks with beautiful old trees and sidewalks. Embark on a walking tour of the capital city, passing the Church of Nativity, Triumphal Arch, National Palace, and Assembly Square. Visit the National History Museum of Moldova. We will then get out of town to visit the Milestii Mici Winery, which has the world’s largest wine cellar!  

Day 02
10 MAY 2025, SAT CHISINAU / TIRASPOL / CHISINAU

Chisinau
Breakfast, lunch & dinner included

Full Day Excursion to Tiraspol: The Capital of Transnistria 

Embark on a 1.5-hour drive eastward from Moldova, perhaps the best place to get an insight into an enclave of the Soviet Era. Visit Aquatir Sturgeon Farm, one of the biggest caviar factories in Europe for Black caviar and champagne tasting. 
 
Proceed to Kvint Factory, a winery and distillery which produces some of Moldova’s finest brandies, to enjoy Cognac and chocolate pairing. Tour Tiraspol city in a Soviet Vintage limousine. Thereafter, return to Chisinau. 

Day 03
11 MAY 2025, SUN CHISINAU / SUCEAVA

Suceava
Breakfast, lunch & dinner included

Journey from Moldova to Romania

After breakfast, drive about 4 hours crossing the border into Romania. Arrive at Iasi which many regards as the cultural capital of the country and visit the renowned Palace of Culture.  
 
We will then continue another 3 hours’ drive to Suceava, the base for your exploration of the beautiful countryside with numerous gorgeously painted monasteries and churches.  

Day 04
12 MAY 2025, MON SUCEAVA

Suceava
Breakfast, lunch & dinner included

Painted Churches of Moldavia 

UNESCO has listed 8 of the painted churches in northern Moldavia as World Heritage sites. Dating back to the 15th century, the frescoes are masterpieces of Byzantine Arts. We shall spend a full day going around to visit some of the churches and lovely countryside. In addition, drop by the Egg Museum of Vama to admire intricately painted eggs.  

Day 05
13 MAY 2025, TUE SUCEAVA / SIGHISOARA

Sighisoara
Breakfast, lunch & dinner included

Journey from Suceava to Sighisoara 

Set out on 1.5-hour drive to visit Neamt Monastery, before commencing your 5-hour scenic drive through gorges, woods, and villages to your hotel in Sighisoara. In the evening, be treated to a truffle-themed dinner in Cund village.

Day 06
14 MAY 2025, WED SIGHISOARA / BRASOV / BRAN / BRASOV

Brasov
Breakfast, lunch & dinner included

Exploring Medieval Sighisoara Town

Sighisoara is a well-preserved fortified medieval Transylvania township, listed as an UNESCO World Heritage site for its outstanding testimony to the 850 years heritage of Transylvania Saxons. We will go for a walking tour of this charming town, followed by enjoying a private organ concert in an Evangelic church. Then, we drive 2 hours to Brasov for lunch and exploring its old town. 

Bran Castle Where Dracula Awaits

Continue 1 hour drive to visit the famous landmark of Romania – the Bran Castle or more commonly known as the Dracula Castle, where your castle guide dressed as Vlad Dracula awaits. Afterwards, return to Brasov for your overnight stay

Day 07
15 MAY 2025, THU BRASOV / SINAIA / BUCHAREST

Bucharest
Breakfast, lunch & dinner included

In-depth Exploration of Peles Castle

After an early breakfast, a 1.5-hour drive brings us to Sinaia to visit the gorgeous Peles Castle, a neo-Renaissance architectural masterpiece set in the Carpathian Mountains.

Into the Capital of Romania

Next, we drive about 2 hours to Bucharest for lunch, followed by visiting the National History Museum of Romania, home to some of the country’s greatest possessions, as it keeps important historical artifacts from prehistoric times up to modern times.

Day 08
16 MAY 2025, FRI BUCHAREST

Bucharest
Breakfast, lunch & dinner included

Bucharest: The Capital of Romania

Romania under Ceausescu was the last of the Eastern Bloc regime to fall after the collapse of the Berlin Wall. Dive into the dramatic episode of the history today as we explore the city. Go on a panoramic city tour of Bucharest covering various main squares and avenues, as well as the Arch of Triumph. 

Later, wander through the streets of Lipscani old town with some free time to explore on your own.  

Day 09
17 MAY 2025, SAT BUCHAREST / RUSE / VELIKO TARNOVO

Veliko Tarnovo
Breakfast, lunch & dinner included

Bulgarian City of Ruse

Today, we cross border into Bulgaria, arriving at Ruse after 2 hours’ drive, at this elegant city on the south bank of the Danube River where some called it “little Vienna”.  

Veliko Tarnovo: The “City of the Tsars”

Continue 1.5-hour drive to Veliko Tarnovo, one of the oldest settlements in Bulgaria, dating back five millenniums ago. Visit the Tsarevets Fortress, and stroll through Samovodska Charshia Street.

Day 10
18 MAY 2025, SUN VELIKO TARNOVO / PLOVDIV

Plovdiv
Breakfast, lunch & dinner included

Sightseeing in Gabrovo, Kazanluk, and Plovdiv

Set out on a 1-hour drive to Gabrovo, visit the open-air ethnographic complex Etura. Another 1-hour drive brings us to Kazanluk to visit the replica of the Thracian Tomb and Iskra Museum.  
 
Subsequently, a 2-hour drive brings us to Plovdiv, an ancient city built around seven hills in southern Bulgaria, considered to be the oldest continuously inhabited city in Europe. We will explore the old town of Plovdiv, including visit to the Ancient Theatre of Philippopolis and Bishop’s Basilica

Day 11
19 MAY 2025, MON PLOVDIV / SOFIA

Sofia
Breakfast, lunch & dinner included

Journey from Plovdiv to Sofia

Visit the historic Hindliyan’s House, Kapana district and some free time at Plovdiv old town before lunch.  
 
Thereafter, we drive 2 hours to Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria. Proceed to Vitosha Mountain for a leisure hike, then enjoy dinner with private Bulgarian folklore performance.

Day 12
20 MAY 2025, TUE SOFIA

Sofia
Breakfast, lunch & dinner included

Sofia with Excursion to Rila Monastery

Sofia is endowed with fascinating monuments, wonderful museums, and great natural environment. Embark on a panoramic city tour in the morning, including visit to the iconic Alexander Nevsky Cathedral. 
 
Afterwards, we make an excursion to Rila Monastery, which is about 2-hour drive per way, to visit the most prominent Bulgarian Orthodox Church and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Day 13
21 MAY 2025, WED DEPART FROM SOFIA

Nil
Breakfast, lunch included

Continue Exploration of Sofia Before Airport Transfer

Enjoy leisure time in the morning, before we depart for lunch, visit the National History Museum and Boyana Church, a medieval Bulgarian Orthodox church recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Finally, transfer to Sofia Airport for your flight out.

Hotels & Tour Price

Intriq Signature's Curated Hotels

Cost Per Person

Twin Share
S$ 11,880
Single Supplement
S$ 1,480

Gregory Boutique Hotel Chisinau • Mandachi Hotel & Spa • Mercure Sighisoara Binderbubi Hotel & Spa • Radisson Blu Aurum Hotel, Brasov • JW Marriott Bucharest Grand Hotel • Yantra Grand Hotel • The Emporium Hotel Plovdiv MGallery Collection • Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia

Chisinau

Chisinau

Gregory Boutique Hotel Chisinau

Nestled in the heart of Chisinau city, this elegant hotel offers a unique blend of modern luxury and authentic Moldovan hospitality. (Opened: 2022; Rooms: 34)

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Suceava

Suceava

Mandachi Hotel & Spa

The hotel offers a range of well-appointed rooms and suites designed with a contemporary touch, as well as featuring full-service spa and indoor swimming pool. (Opened in 2018; Rooms: 90)

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Sighisoara

Sighisoara

Mercure Sighisoara Binderbubi Hotel & Spa

This charming hotel integrates regional design elements and wooden furnishings. It is situated at the base of the Citadel Hill, at the confluence of three Transylvanian Saxon districts, Hintergasse, Schasergasse and Hemdchen. (Opened: 2009; Rooms: 52)

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Brasov

Brasov

Radisson Blu Aurum Hotel, Brasov

An upscale hotel situated in the heart of Brasov, Romania, offering a perfect blend of modern sophistication and historical charm. The hotel building was originally constructed on the site of the 1930s-era Palatul Telefoanelor (Palace of Phones), the city’s first telephone company building. (Opened in 2022; Rooms: 110)

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Bucharest

Bucharest

JW Marriott Bucharest Grand Hotel

A modern and elegant luxury hotel with authentic Romanian character, located in an area of historic and national interest, close to the stately Palace of Parliament and People’s Salvation Cathedral. (Renovated in 2019; Rooms: 402)

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Veliko Tarnovo

Veliko Tarnovo

Yantra Grand Hotel

The building of Yantra Grand Hotel is a cultural monument with a unique location at the heart of the Old Tarnovo Town, next to Samovodska Charshiya street. The hotel offers a marvellous panoramic view to Tsarevets Stronghold, the historical hill of Trapezitsa, Veliko Tarnovo University and Arbanassi architectural reserve. (Opened in 2003; Rooms: 71)

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Plovdiv

Plovdiv

The Emporium Hotel Plovdiv MGallery Collection

A well-furnished boutique hotel with contemporary designs, situated in prime central location and walking distance from Plovdiv’s main archaeological sites. (Opened in 2022; Rooms: 61)

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Sofia

Sofia

Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia

The striking 30-storey building dominating the heart of the city filled with iconic historical and cultural sights, vast green parks and numerous government institutions. This hotel boasts 10 restaurants and lounges, extensive Fitness Centre, and Spa & Wellness Centre. (Opened in 2020; Rooms: 400)

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Recommended Flights

Estimated Price per Person

Economy class S$ 1,780
Business class S$ 6,100

Turkish Airlines 

08 May, Singapore – Istanbul (TK055), 23:25 – 05:35+1 
09 May, Istanbul – Chisinau (TK269), 07:40 – 09:10 


21 May, Sofia – Istanbul (TK1030), 21:10 – 22:40 
22 May, Istanbul Singapore (TK054), 02:00 – 17:55  

DEPOSIT
SGD 2,376/- Per Person
EARLY BIRD PROMOTION
First two bookings with deposit (limit to two rooms) will get complimentary upgrade to Signature Suite in Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia for 2 nights

Registration Closing Date: 7 Feb 2025 or when tour is fully subscribed

COST INCLUDES:

  • Accommodation as stated on twin sharing basis, unless on single supplement, on bed & breakfast basis 
  • All transportations and transfers as stated on an air-conditioned vehicle 
  • Service of local English-speaking guide 
  • All entrance fees of sites as stated 
  • Lunches and dinners with beverages in restaurants 
  • All tipping to local guides, porters and other local service staffs 
  • Service of Intriq’s Tour Concierge throughout the trip 

COST EXCLUDES:

  • International airfare and airport taxes 
  • Visa and entry taxes (if required) 
  • Airport transfer before or after stated travel dates 
  • Travel insurance 
  • Personal expenses such as spa, laundry, telephone and bar bills 

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