Kyiv Combo: City Tour & Kyiv Pechersk Lavra Visit

If you want to see the most interesting attractions of Kyiv and learn about its history, culture and architecture, then a combo tour of the city and Kyiv Pechersk Lavra is a perfect choice or you. Starting with a hotel pick-up by a private vehicle, you will spend a wonderful five hours in Kyiv on a cheerful guided tour.

Your acquaintance with the city begins with a visit of UNESCO-listed Kyiv Pechersk Lavra, which one of the most known landmarks of the city. It was founded as a cave monastery in 11^th century and it has played an important role in the life of the city ever since. Be sure to explore the ancient caves of Lavra and learn their secrets from your expert guide. Nowadays, Lavra occupies a spacious territory on the Kyiv hills and is one of the symbols of the city. Your guide will show you a restored Dormition Cathedral that was destroyed during the WWII and original Refectory Church nearby. Moreover, you have a great opportunity to climb over 300 steps of the great Lavra Bell tower for spectacular bird’s eye views of the city.

During the second part of the tour, explore the city, combining walking and driving parts and see the most interesting sights. First, visit a beautiful St. Volodymyr’s Cathedral and examine its interior paintings. Then, pass by an elegant building of Kyiv Opera and Ballet Theater and eye-catching Kyiv National University of T. Shevchenko. Discover one of the symbols of Kyiv – the Golden Gates and see a monument to Yaroslav the Wise. Your guide will show you such popular travel attractions as UNESCO-listed St. Sofia Cathedral and St. Michael’s Monastery. Moreover, take a look at St. Andrew’s Church, which is a true masterpiece of baroque architecture. Stroll down Andriivskyi Descent – a beloved street of all citizens of Kyiv with a special bohemian atmosphere. Here you can buy all kinds of souvenirs and vintage stuff on an open-air market.

The main advantage of this tour is that you can visit all the interesting places of Kyiv in one day, enjoying a comfort of a private vehicle and a local guide. The tour ends either in the city center or with the hotel drop off.