OLD ORHEI & COOKING EXPERIENCE

Day 1 OLD ORHEI WITH PLACINTA

One of the most popular places of interest in Moldova is a touristic zone called Old Orhei(Orheiul Vechi), which is situated on the Raut River (Răut). It is a nation’s patrimony, which is located about 60 km away from the capital city Chisinau, among three villages: Butuceni, Morovaia and Trebujeni. Orhei Vechi is an archeological and historical complex, which consists of two moderate but very old museums, ancient rocky church and also several private old-fashioned hotels in a very traditional style, located in villages Butuceni and Trebujeni. Old Orhei is an exceptionally quiet and delightful place with impressive landscapes and huge historical background which bring the tourists to discover Moldova's ancient roots.

After a 2 hours exploration, you will have a unique opportunity to participate in a master class on cooking traditional Moldovan dishes - placinte.  During the lunch you can try your creation.

The plan is next:

• Pick up at hotel/apartment
• 1 hour drive to Old Orhei - 2 hours exploration of the site
• 1 hour master class
• 1 hour for relaxing lunch
• 1 hour drive back to Chisinau/hotel