Kiev, Ukraine

Exclusive KIEV Itinerary from Freedom Travel (10 days)

We can arrange Any Private or group tour to Kiev/Ukraine for the best value as we have a travel expert from Kiev in our office!

Day 1

• Depart home to Kiev, overnight Flight


Day 2

• Private Transfer from Borispol Airport to Kiev Hotel
(There will be a representative/driver with a signboard with your name)
• Accommodation at the Ukraine 3*** Hotel, 8 nights
• Afternoon walking tour Kreschatik with the English speaking guide (2 hours)
History of the main street of the city Kreschatik. Try to visit the major attractions of Kiev and feel its charming atmosphere. You must to see its architecture, fountains, illuminations, greenery and the famous Kiev’s Chestnut Trees.


Day 3

• Breakfast at the hotel
• Kiev city tour (with the English speaking guide & bus, 3 hours)
Kiev City Tour included: St. Vladimir Cathedral - was built in commemoration of Prince Vladimir who in 998 introduced Christianity in ancient Russia, St. Michael's Golden-Domed Cathedral, St.Andrew's Church - the first stone of the church was laid by Elizaveta Empress in 1744, National Opera House, Philharmonic Music Hall, Maryinskiy Palace - a President’s of Ukraine mansion-house, Kiev Pechersk Lavra (Monastery of the Caves) - that unique monastery, which is included in UNESCO world heritage list was built in 1051.
• Dinner at National Ukrainian restaurant with live folklore music (Alcohol not included)
Restaurant serves traditional Ukrainian fare in a cozy tavern setting. it has a pleasant atmosphere and is affordable. The large open windows offer excellent views of the park. For those of you who want the Ukrainian experience this is the place. This restaurant looks like a village home. The interior is traditional Ukrainian and so is the food. If you want local food come here.

Day 4

• Breakfast at the hotel
• Day for leisure (After city tour it will be easy to walk around the city)

Day 5

• Breakfast at the hotel
• Private walking tour Kiev Pechersk Lavra Monastery with the English speaking guide (3 hours)
Kiev Pechersk Lavra Monastery of the Caves – is famous for its hand-made caves. The monastery was built in 1051. Now this 70 acre complex of churches and other religious structures looks as a wooded park high above the Dnepr River. Over the years the monastery received the status of a Lavra, was included in UNESCO world heritage list and became most authentic “City within a City”. The Caves Monastery is the spiritual heart of Ukraine.
• National Opera House Theatre tickets
Like a sample: Swan Lake Ballet 7-30 pm In the spring of 1876 Piotr Illich Tchaikovski finished his first ballet. His tortures of creation, doubts and uncertainty had been left behind. The composer was filled with joy and enthusiasm as he felt in his heart and mind that his music was a success making a truly persuasive and charming composition.

Day 6

• Breakfast at the hotel
• Day for leisure

Day 7

• Breakfast at the hotel
• Private tour Pirogovo Open Art Museum (with the English speaking guide & bus) (4 hours)
To the southwest of Kiev, in the picturesque setting of Pirogovo village there is an open-air Museum of Ukrainian Folk Architecture, Rural Life and Folk Art, stretching on the vast territory of 150 hectares. In this village-museum the unique collection of folk architecture from all regions of Ukraine has been gathered. The visitors to the museum are welcome not only to admire rare exhibits but also visit folk crafts shops and a traditional restaurant serving Ukrainian cuisine.
• Dinner at National Ukrainian restaurant (Alcohol not included)
In the Restaurant you will have an opportunity to feel the marvelous atmosphere of warmth and coziness. The staff of Restaurant strives for careful preservation of historic traditions and it must be admitted that they do this perfectly; everyone can make sure of it by visiting the restaurant.

Day 8

• Breakfast at the hotel
• Tour Podol & Andrew’s Spusk (with the English speaking guide & bus 1-2 hours). Podol - one of the most beautiful streets of Kiev with thousand-year old history. From the ancient times it was the way that connected Old Kiev (Uptown) with Podol (Downtown). You’ll see there Andrew's Church - was created in 1744 by famous architect Rastrelli and a lot of craft-shops along the street, where you can buy Ukrainian souvenirs — embroidered clothes, painted eggs and plates. Painters and musicians are coming here every day.
• Cruise on the Dnepr River with the English speaking guide (1-2 hours)





Day 9

• Breakfast at the hotel
• Day for leisure

Day 10

• Breakfast at the hotel
• Private Transfer Borispol Airport
• Flight Home

Included:
• Transfer Borispol Airport –Kiev Hotel - Borispol Airport
• Accommodation at DBL rooms at the Ukraine 3*** Hotel, 8 nights
• 2 Dinners at Ukrainian restaurant (Alcohol not Included)
• 8 Breakfasts at the hotel
• National Opera of Ukraine Tickets
• 4 Sightseeing walking Tours with the English speaking guide & bus
• All tickets in Museums
• Cruise on the Dnepr River with the English speaking guide
• Pirogovo Open Art Museum with the English speaking guide & bus


Flight to Kiev (subject to change)

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Please E-mail or call Lena, Freedom's Travel Expert from Ukraine directly for more information