Kiev is a cross of the legacy of Kievan Rus, the Soviet era and the contemporary. Its history and complex culture are harmoniously synchronized in an inspiring city. Immerse yourself in the discovery of tradition and modernity. Discover the historic Kiev, tangle your taste buds as you experience best of Ukrainian Cuisine, discover how the local brew their drink and explore the unexplored side of Ukraine. The city of Lviv is a heart of Western Ukraine, city rich in historic architecture and a truly captivating place.
Arrive Kiev International airport, collect your baggage, clear immigration and proceed to arrival lounge, the guide and drivers will be waiting with the placard in your name. Thereafter assisted transfer to the hotel.
Have the first glimpse of the beauty of Kiev, as you pass through the St. Sophia Cathedral, the ancient gateway to Kiev Golden Gates, the National Opera, the National University of Taras Shevchenko etc.
Arrive and check in at the hotel. Evening discover the delightful taste of Ukranian Cuisine with a dinner at local restaurant.
Stay overnight at Kiev. (Dinner).
Religion, ancient history and art are the essence of this tour. Visit Kiev Pechersk Lavra, the paramount center of Orthodox Christianity. Discover Saint Sophia Cathedral, the landmark of Kievan Rus period, a listed UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit Vydubychi Monastery, a remarkable site for Christianization of Kiev and St. Volodymyr’s Cathedral famous for its mural-painting will enlarge your vision of Orthodox culture.
Later explore the fashion trend of Kiev, an interesting combination of world’s best imitations and Kiev’s very own contemporary designs. Explore the showrooms of local brands of Ukraine and also of modern Kiev Art.
Stay overnight at Kiev. (Breakfast)
Kiev’s skyline is studded with landmarks, deeply influenced by the Soviet style of architecture, Immerse into the Soviet history through the landmarks of that time. Start with RodinaMat’, a city’s defender and the most prominent building of Brezhnev’s time. Explore the neo-classical style of Verkhovna Rada introduced by Stalinkaor Khrushchevkais, visit the Exhibition of Achievements of Ukrainian SSR and other iconic sights. Later get introduced to the variety of local Ukrainian drinks: Percivka, Horilka, Okovyta, Anise etc. Different types of Nalivkaor Nastoianka, fruit and herbs flavoured drinks have become popular since 17 century and are still trendy. Stay overnight at the hotel at Kiev. (Breakfast) .
After a leisurely breakfast, check out and transfer to the Kviv railway station for high speed train to Lviv, at the heart of western Ukraine. Arrive, assisted transfer to the hotel for check in. Stay overnight at the hotel in Lviv. (Breakfast).
Morning proceed for a walking tour of Lviv. The traditional stroll around Rynok Square and its adjoining streets can intrigue even those guests, who have already been to Lviv before. Visit the Ruthenian, the Armenian, and the Roman Catholic churches, the Boimchapel, and the Ruthenianand Jewish parts of Lviv as well.
When night falls in Lviv and the town’s dark secrets begin to lurk in the city’s dark corners, the night burgomaster–Mr. Shliussel–comes out with his faithful assistants. Unexpected meetings, eerie legends, ghosts and secret rituals –all of this awaits you during your night tour.
Stay overnight at the hotel in Lviv. (Breakfast).
After breakfast, proceed for full day tour to the castles of Lviv region. Their beautiful architecture, mystical history and scenic landscape have always attracted people. The route called "Golden Horseshoe of Lviv region" was established in order to popularize the castle legacy of Galicia.
During the tour visit Olesko Castle, Pidhoretsky castle, Zolochiv Castle, Svirzh Castle and Stare Selo Castle.
Return to the hotel for overnight at Lviv. (Breakfast).
After breakfast, proceed to explore the best attractions of the city. Climb on the roofs with panoramas that will take your breath away and stories that will excite your imagination! During the romantic tour, visit famous landmarks included in UNESCO’s World Heritage List: the Boim Chapel, the Roman Catholic Cathedral, and the Armenian Church. Walk through the quarters of the medieval city and pay a visit to the Lviv Opera and Ballet Theater. Get a chance to try several types of Lviv chocolates in a real chocolate factory, or in one of Lviv’s cozy confectioneries.
Return to the hotel for overnight at Lviv. (Breakfast).
After a leisurely breakfast, check out and transfer to the Lviv railway station for high speed train back to Lviv, at the heart of western Ukraine. Arrive, assisted transfer to the hotel for check in. Stay overnight at the hotel in Lviv. (Breakfast).
Before your departure, explore the hidden sites of Kiev, the places of recent history and art. Discover Kiev mural art, a post-revolutionary movement and an expression of modern society realized by Ukrainian, British, Spanish, Australian artists. Visit to Kiev Fashion Park at Peizazhna Alley, show you some undisclosed courtyards known for their secret art and stories.
Later, transfer to the airport for onwards flight. (Breakfast).