10 days in Moldova Itinerary

Chișinău Etymology and namesThe origin of the city's name is unclear, but in one version, the name comes from the archaic Romanian word chișla (meaning "spring", "source of water") and nouă ("new"), because it was built around a small spring, at the corner of Pușkin and Albișoara streets.The other version, formulated by Ștefan Ciobanu, Romanian historian and academician, holds that the name was formed the same way as the name of Chișineu (alternative spelling: Chișinău) in Western Romania, near the border with Hungary. Chisinau is known for parks, sightseeing, and historic sites. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: do a tasting at Milestii Mici, don't miss a visit to Victory Memorial and Eternal Flame, take in the architecture and atmosphere at The Metropolitan Cathedral “Nativity of the Lord”, and admire the landmark architecture of Triumphal Arch.

To see photos, traveler tips, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Chisinau trip planner.

New Delhi, India to Chisinau is an approximately 14-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 3.5 hours traveling from New Delhi to Chisinau. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Rezina.

Rezina is a city in Moldova and the capital of Rezina District. Kick off your visit on the 7th (Tue): take in the spiritual surroundings of Rocky Monastery of Tipova and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Saharna Monastery.

To see where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, read Rezina trip itinerary maker.

Traveling by car from Chisinau to Rezina takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and taxi. February in Rezina sees daily highs of 5°C and lows of 0°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 8th (Wed) so you can go by car to Tiraspol.

Tiraspol is internationally recognised as the second largest city in Moldova, but is effectively the capital and administrative centre of the unrecognised Pridnestrovian Moldavian Republic (Transnistria). Get out of town with these interesting Tiraspol side-trips: Castel Mimi Wine Resort (in Bulboaca) and Et Cetera Winery (in Crocmaz). There's still lots to do: steep yourself in history at Bendery Fortress, stroll the grounds of Tighina Military Cemetery, pause for some photo ops at The Tank Monument, and browse the fresh offerings at Green Market Center.

To see reviews, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Tiraspol trip site.

Getting from Rezina to Tiraspol by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: do a combination of car and train; or do a combination of taxi and bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Sat) to allow enough time to travel back home.