A day trip to the last outpost of the Soviet Union – Tiraspol in Transnistria

So You Thought The USSR Had Come To An End? We Have News For You!

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A day trip to the last outpost of the Soviet Union – Tiraspol in Transnistria

(2 Reviews)
  • 7 Hours
  • Iconic Sites, Walking Soviet Nostalgia . Lunch included
  • Our guide will meet you at your hotel at 10.00 am and drive you to Transnistria which is about 40 mins from Chisinau
  • Min age: 6
  • Languages offered: English

Tour Highlights

  • Discover Transnistria the country that does not exist
  • Learn about the Republics Soviet past
  • Learn about a city most have never heard of
  • Visit a Soviet architecture 
  • Interact with a real local
  • Return home with fond memories of Moldova
  • Lunch  at a tradition Moldovan restaurant (extra charge)
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What to Expect

This tour will take you to a strange, unrecognised region of Transnistria that broke away from Moldova under tense circumstances in 1990. Despite their attempts to become a recognized country, the region has not been granted that status either by the international community or Russia in spite of the fact that 65% of the population are Russian speakers.
Since the short, but bloody military conflict between Transnistria and Moldova in 1992 things have been rather quiet which allows to call it “a frozen conflict”. De-Jure this country doesn’t exist, but de-Facto it does as it has its own institutions of governance, such as: President, Parliament, Ministries, Security Service, Tax Office, money (Transnistrian ruble).

A part of the brotherhood of breakaway nations, it is one of the few places in the world to see the embassies of Caucasus breakaway states South Ossetia and Abkhazia. From a vast amount of Communist relics and a Soviet way of life, there is arguably nowhere else like Transnistria on earth.

There is a checkpoint between Moldova and Transnistria. Please, bear in mind: your passport WILL NOT get stamped. We will also visit Bender fortfess (where The Swedish King Carl XII lived for 4 years) and splendid Neamt monastery to see the tallest bell tower in Eastern Europe (70 meters tall).

Tour Schedule Details
  • Starting time: Our guide will meet you at your hotel at 10 am
  • Duration: 7 hours
  • Meeting point: Our guide will meet you at your hotel and transport you
  • Ending point:  Our Guide will return you to your hotel
Itinerary

Full Itinerary

This is a typical itinerary for this product

Transnistria Tour from Chișinău – Step Into a Soviet Time Capsule!
Join us on an unforgettable journey to Transnistria, a self-declared republic where time seems to have stopped in the Soviet era. This unique tour will take you from Chișinău to Transnistria, offering a rare opportunity to explore a region that still upholds Soviet values and traditions.

Itinerary & Highlights:

Morning: Journey to Bender and the Historic Fortress
Depart from Chișinău and travel east toward Tighina (Bender), a city with deep historical significance.
Visit Bender Fortress, a 15th-century stronghold originally built by Stephen the Great and later reinforced under Ottoman rule in the 16th century.
Walk through the fortress walls, explore the well-preserved towers, and learn about its turbulent history under Moldovan, Ottoman, and Soviet control.
Midday: Cultural Exploration in Tiraspol
Continue to Tiraspol, the capital of Transnistria and its largest city, situated on the banks of the Nistru River.
Immerse yourself in the distinct Soviet-era atmosphere, where statues of Lenin, propaganda murals, and symbols of socialism remain untouched by time.

We’ll take a break for lunch at a traditional local restaurant (meal not included, approximately €8), where you can enjoy classic Transnistrian and Slavic cuisine.

Afternoon: Time Travel Through Soviet Heritage
Embark on a guided city tour of Tiraspol, exploring key landmarks:
Lenin’s Monument – a towering tribute to the Soviet leader.
The T-34 Tank Memorial – a relic from World War II, symbolizing Transnistria’s military history.
Suvorov Square – the city’s central hub, featuring monuments and Soviet-era buildings.

Evening: Return to Chișinău
After a full day of exploration, we will return to Chișinău, bringing home unforgettable memories of this enigmatic and unrecognized republic.

 

A Traditional Moldovan Lunch is also included Including a glass of Cricova Sparkling wine

Reviews

Frank & jenn

What a day out we had! And so much history and information about a place we just never heard of! I recommend this tour to anyone visiting Moldova!

Johhna

Very very interesting, a not to be missed excursion. Our Guide was great!
FAQ

I'm a solo traveller, is there a single supplement?

There is no single supplement surcharge for single travellers as this is a private tour. The more travelers in your private group the bigger the discount for the private tour.

What is cancellation policy?

Cancellation fees – Cancellation fees may apply to any cancellations by the traveller of a service provided by Get-Locals.com. Unless otherwise specified, the cancellation policy is as follows:

  1. Cancellations for set tours and made more than 24 hours prior to travel receive a full refund.
  2. Cancellations for set tours made 24 hours or less prior to travel require the traveller to pay for the tour in full, and no refund will be issued.

 

   

     Cancellations for custom itineraries (“Create Your Own”) are as follows:

  • 60+ days to departure – Full refund
  • 59 – 31 days to departure – 50% cancellation fee
  • 30 days and under to departure – 100% cancellation fee

What happens in the event of bad weather?

In the event of bad weather forecast we will contact you the day before and offer you either a refund or an amended tour for the following day.

We always advice to wear suitable clothing for the day of the tour as not every day is guaranteed sunshine.

How do I find the tour start meeting point?

Our guide will meet you in your hotel lobby. Our guide will also be your driver and drive you from Chisinau the the republic about 40 mins drive.

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Johhna

Solo Traveller

Very very interesting, a not to be missed excursion. Our Guide was great!

February 2, 2023

Frank & jenn

Couple Traveller

What a day out we had! And so much history and information about a place we just never heard of! I recommend this tour to anyone visiting Moldova!

May 26, 2022