• House of Soviets - The main route showcases the best modern highlights and Soviet remnants of Tiraspol. It’s not a rigid itinerary; we have the freedom to choose our destinations and activities. There’s enough to explore for a two-day tour, so no matter how much I share or how quickly I speak, it will only scratch the surface. But we’ll delve as deeply as possible. Peek behind the iron curtain and discover Pridnestrovie, the most fascinating relic of the USSR.
• The Christmas Cathedral - Optional detour to the back of the 100 rouble note.
• The Suvorov Monument - Since 1972, Generalissimo Alexander Suvorov has stood in Tiraspol’s central square, regarded as the city’s founder. No spoilers here; more intriguing history awaits during the tour!
• Green Market Center - and the surprisingly modern veggie market!
• Palacio Presidencial - A Soviet-era government building with Comrade Lenin in front. You can find it on the back of the fifty rouble note—Transnistrian roubles, of course.
• The Tank Monument - A real combat tank that symbolizes many significant themes, from war and peace to darkness and light. It’s the famous T-34. We’ll also stroll to the riverbank for a lovely view from the bridge.
• Kvint - Optional tour inside the Kvint factory, no tastings included.
• Mig-19 Monument - This aviator memorial in Balka district commemorates thirty years of victory in the Great Patriotic War. I haven’t listed all the hidden gems between these attractions, but they add a unique touch to make the tour truly unforgettable and contrasting! I highly recommend the brutal tour—some of the abandoned places here are more impressive than Chernobyl. My wife believes no one should visit Chernobyl, but every traveler I meet either just came from there or is heading there next. Fortunately, there’s no radiation here, just the aftermath of the USSR’s collapse. We have the option to explore eerie abandoned sites from a bygone era that will captivate fans of Tarkovsky’s films or post-apocalyptic movies. It’s a way to experience an ‘exclusion zone’ without the radiation risk or the crowds you’ll find in Chernobyl. I can’t reveal these places here, but adventurers, take note—this is a tour of a lifetime!
• Tiraspol - Are you planning a trip to Transnistria, the country that doesn’t exist? Spoiler alert: Transnistria really doesn’t exist! The real name of the country is Pridnestrovie, or if you prefer, the Pridnestrovian Moldavian Republic! Dig into the history, or better yet, visit in person! Beyond borders, restrictions, and propaganda, welcome to Pridnestrovie, where we make cognac, not war!

• Walking and private car transportation included.
• Opportunity to experience an authentic USSR trolley bus.
• Commemorative postcard provided.
• Unique cards, magnets, and maps for purchase, designed by the guide.

• Postcard set, magnets and maps of Transnistria available for additional price
• 35€ tour doesn’t include transfer from Chisinău. Because it is 30€ one way.

I create postcards featuring my drawings and offer budget tours to the top attractions and hidden gems of Pridnestrovie. You can either transfer from Chisinau or start in Tiraspol. While I can’t turn my country into the Maldives, I can provide an unforgettable journey through its contrasts—beautiful panoramas, impressive Soviet relics, intriguing history, and contemporary life in a country that officially doesn’t exist. The tour combines classic walks with adventures for true explorers and adventurers.

The tour lasts approximately 2.5 hours. It’s not rigid; we’re flexible about where to go and what to do. The default route includes must-see USSR-era and modern sights in Tiraspol, along with my favorite nooks and crannies discovered while sketching. The trip is neither exhausting nor boring, and we’ll have plenty of time to discuss the unique past and present of Transnistria, also known as Pridnestrovie ☭. You won’t just meet a guide; you’ll meet a friend!

• Anton Dendemarchenko -
• Sightseeing walk is perfect and transparent for all genders and ages. Optional foray may be challenge - climbing a talk or tasting kvas. But it is not obligatory experiences.
• There are two versions of the tour - real and virtual. I would recommend to go in real life, border is open!

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.