Kiev Extension

Day 1: Arrival in Kiev

Welcome to Kiev! We will meet you at the airport and take you to the hotel. This evening is saved for you to rest, but your hotel is in the very heart of the city, so you can explore the surrounding area.

Day 2: St. Sofia and Kiev-Pecherskaya Lavra

Kiev is one of the oldest surviving cities of ancient Rus. Its two most famous landmarks, the St. Sofia Cathedral and the Kiev-Pecherskaya Lavra, are both more than one millennium old and are proud World Heritage Sites. You will spend today exploring these wonderful places before dinner with a folk show.

St. Sofia Cathedral (1037 AD) is an amazing architectural testament to Kievan Rus. Originally the burial place of Kievan rulers, it fell into disrepair after the pillaging by the Kievan dukes in 1169 and then by the Mongols in 1240. The Soviet rulers called for the destruction of the cathedral, but thanks to the efforts of scientists and historians, this national heritage has been preserved.

The Kiev-Pecherskaya Lavra was the center of Orthodox Christianity in Eastern Europe until the seat of the Russian Orthodox Church was moved to the Novodevichiy Convent in Moscow. The Kiev Pecherskaya Lavra contains numerous architectural monuments, ranging from bell towers to cathedrals to an underground cave system. Lavra is also the burial place of many ancient rulers. Today it is one of the largest museums in Kiev.

Day 3: Andreevsky Izviz

Today you will explore "Old Kiev" - the Andreevsky Descent Street. Andreevsky Izviz  is a major tourist attraction in Kiev that is often compared to Montmartre. Some of Kiev's most interesting sites are here, including the Castle of Richard the Lionheart, St Andrew's Church, and Mikhail Bulgakov's house. This street also has a plethora of gift shops, art galleries, delicious restaurants, and museums, making it popular among locals and tourists alike.

Day 4: Free Day and Maidan Nezalejnosti

Today is a free day. We recommend visiting the Maidan Nezalejnosti, the central city square and the site of the recent "Orange Revolution". If you would like guided services or to arrange a special program, please ask your tour manager. 

Day 5: Departure

This is the final day of your tour. Your driver will take you to the airport or the train station, depending on your next destination. If you are interested in our extension to southern Ukraine, Simferopol, or the Crimea, please ask your tour manager.