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With just over a million people, Odessa is Ukraine’s fourth-largest city. Set in the country’s south along the Black Sea coast, Odessa was founded in the late 18th century as a Russian naval fortress. For many years in the mid-19th century, it was a free port, becoming home to a multinational populace. In 1905, it was the site of a major Russian Revolution uprising by crew members of the Battleship Potemkin. The nice old town area has a beautiful opera house, and the city has many great beaches.
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1. Shustov Cognac Winery Museum Tour with Tasting in Odessa
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Enjoy a delightful and interesting tour of the Shustov Cognac Museum with an expert guide. You will not only learn the history of the trademark but will also try the best sorts of excellent well-aged brandy on a tasting in a cozy atmosphere of the Art bar. Both Cognac novices and connoisseurs will appreciate elegance and style of the museum and the exquisite taste of brandy.
Inclusions: Shustov Classic Cognac tasting (aged 3-7 years), Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Souvenirs
Reviewed By spotterBIETRY
Very good tour with great views of the city. I highly recommend this tour to tourists. Thank’s a lot to the guide too, very friendly and makes great explanations, that permits to know perfectly the story of Kharkiv.
2. Ukraine - Moldova Tour by Minivan from Kiev
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
Guided tour to Ukraine and Moldova by minivan in a small group up to 6 people for 10 days. We welcome you to join this terrific tour by minivan through Ukraine, Moldova and Transnistria, where you will learn the history of two former USSR countries. You will walk around Kyiv and will be impressed by the antiquity and greatness of this city of contrasts. You will discover amazing ancient castle in Kamianets-Podilskyi and will feel the atmosphere of cosy and real European city of Chernivtsi which has deep Romanian influence. Odessa will surprise you with its charisma and hospitality. Moldova is a home to a rich wine culture. And Transnistria – unrecognised country – will overwhelm you by going back to USSR! Join us on this beautiful journey and connect with friendly people who will overwhelm you with their legendary hospitality. Let’s enjoy Ukraine and Moldova together as locals do!
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Accommodation with meals as per itinerary, Professional guide, Tour escort/host, Round-trip shared transfer, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Bottled water, Local taxes
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, International flights
Reviewed By XcLuSivRN
I chose to go w/ JC Travel b/c they had the best price and I liked that I can visit the 3 main cities--Kyiv, Lviv, and Odessa. I wanted to go visit the Holodomor during their remembrance day and Julia (the owner) did everything she can to accommodate me w/ during COVID mandates in Ukraine. She even reminded me when to get my COVID test done b/c you can't get it done too soon or too late esp when my travel time was like 28 hours. I also had to buy COVID health insurance as well, but it was really cheap (11 days for about 12 USD). All her tour guides and drivers were very helpful as well. I can't say enough good things about them. They really take good care of you. Now, why Ukraine? Ukraine is one of the countries open for travel for Americans during COVID and also b/c I love history. I didn't realize this but you get so much for your money traveling here than you would in other parts of Europe, including Russia. Kyiv has a lot of history w/ Russia/USSR (Kyiv also accept USD there btw) and another 2 hours up north is the Chernobyl nuclear plant (Pripyat), which most Americans don't know about unless they have HBO. Pripyat is an abandoned city that was once filled w/ so much life and dreams of a better future.. (Imagine being told to leave your home NOW and never see your home and valuables again b/c they would be looted or liquidated). The stray dogs are also wonderful. There were at least 3 dogs that act as a guide. I saw one of them leading another group and then another two that later found us and then later found our driver. I feel like you can't get lost in Pripyat Then there's Lviv if you want that European feel to it for less than half the cost. Odessa is by the Black Sea and its history is much more diverse. I had such a great time shopping and eating great food. Even though COVID makes life harder (b/c I hate masks and lockdowns), I'm so glad I chose Ukraine and was able to make it out here before our stupid mayor and governor told us we can't travel. Anyway, I would really recommend JC Travel. Julia is very organized and always there for you. Her guides speak very good English and you really get that first class treatment w/ this tour company!
3. Private City Tour of Odessa
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Odessa - a Pearl of the Black Sea coast! Magnificent constructions, successful lay-out, soft climate and the tender sea have created the reputation of fine city.
Inclusions: Private guided tour, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Walking tour - guide will pick-up you at the centrally located Hotel or Apartment of your stay in Odessa, Tour includes transportation by private car or minivan, minibus and pickup and hotel drop-off (except walking tour)
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Extra service
Reviewed By hamrickpa
We loved our tour! We were there during extreme cold and lots of snow. Our driver was safe and we felt comfortable. We saw everything despite the weather and our guide, Myroslava, was very careful to check in and make sure it was a good experience despite the weather. I highly recommend this tour to get a good overview of Kyiv
4. Open Ukraine 8-days package tour
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
During 8 days and 7 nights "Open Ukraine" tour will help to find out maximum about destination Ukraine.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 4 nights accommodation, All mentioned excursions (english guideservice), Private transportation
Exclusions: Lunch and dinner, airplane tickets
Reviewed By U1559GLkellyw
Roman is personable, knowledgeable and speaks wonderful English. Kristina at Tairov was a delightful hostess and we enjoyed our private tasting. We enjoyed the experience so much, we are booking another tour tomorrow!
5. 4-Day Small-Group Ukraine - Moldova Tour from Kyiv
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Get a glimpse of the unique travel attractions of Ukraine and Moldova on a comprehensive 4-day small-group tour. Departing from Kiev, you will travel by a comfortable air-conditioned car or minibus with a friendly local guide, who will tell you many useful and interesting facts about the places you visit. You will admire picturesque landscapes and ancient fortresses of the Western Ukraine, enjoy wine tasting in Moldova, visit unrecognized territory of Transinistria and relax at the Black Sea shore in Odessa. Itinerary: Kiev - Starokonstantyniv - Kamianets-Podilsky (overnight) - Khotyn - Chisinau (overnight) - Transnistria (Bender and Tiraspol) - Odessa (overnight) - Kiev
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 3 nights accommodation in 3-star hotels, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Professional guide, Transport by air-conditioned car or minivan, Wine tasting in Cricova, Entrance tickets to the attractions
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities
Reviewed By spotterBIETRY
Very good tour with great views of the city. I highly recommend this tour to tourists. Thank’s a lot to the guide too, very friendly and makes great explanations, that permits to know perfectly the story of Kharkiv.
6. Odessa ecological river tour in nature park
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
During water excursions in Lower Dniester national park tourists can see pelicans, swans, big and small cormorants, storks, wading ducks, as well as thickets of rare plant: Nymphoides peltata and one of Europe's largest plantations of nuthar lutea, which are named by people 'yellow water lilies'. During blossom of white water lilies tourists are impressed by Bile Lake (White Lake). It's water surface looks like as if a continuous carpet of white flowers covered it.
Inclusions: Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Hotel pick-up and drop-off, River cruise on boat, English guideservice
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Reviewed By U1559GLkellyw
Roman is personable, knowledgeable and speaks wonderful English. Kristina at Tairov was a delightful hostess and we enjoyed our private tasting. We enjoyed the experience so much, we are booking another tour tomorrow!
7. Path to the Soviet legacy 7days package tour
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Ukraine was the second largest soviet republic in ex-USSR. That's why you can find here a lot of memories and monuments of soviet history. One of the well known all over the world is Chernobyl, where nuclear catastrophe took place in 1986. Thousands of people have to leave their homes, running away from the dangerous radiation. Today you can see ghost city Pripayt, where time had stopped at the end of previous age. Another interesting object - museum of nuclear military missile base. It was created on the place of real military base with nuclear missiles. Here you can visit underground command center, get acquainted to different nuclear missiles and feel the military power of the soviet period. Odessa catacombs - the most famous in the world not only for its intricacies labyrinths, but also by the length that reaches almost three thousand kilometers. All these will make your holiday in Ukraine bright and unforgettable
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, All mentioned excursions (english guideservice), Night train tickets (compartment class), hotel 3* accomodation with breakfasts
Exclusions: Lunch and dinner, airplane tickets
Reviewed By U1559GLkellyw
Roman is personable, knowledgeable and speaks wonderful English. Kristina at Tairov was a delightful hostess and we enjoyed our private tasting. We enjoyed the experience so much, we are booking another tour tomorrow!
8. Kyiv-Odesa private guided trip
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Dear friends, sit back and relax, enjoy an around 5-hours reliable and comfortable trip from Kyiv to Odessa by private car with professional guide. If you prefer fast and comfortable traveling by car, this is the best choice for you. All our cars are air-conditioned, in top technical conditions. At your disposal are sedans and minibus for up to 7 people. We are available for you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, please book in advance. Pick-up is possible from all Kyiv hotels, Boryspil or Zhuliany Airport and drop off will be at your location in Odesa. We offer a lot of alternatives for you, it may just be a one-way transfer, or maybe a full 2-day tour, look in the options and feel free to ask for any extras, we will gladly customize it for you.
Inclusions: Hotel/airtort pick-up in Kyiv, Drop-off in Odessa, Private transfer, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea
Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities
Reviewed By DesislavaAngelova
Our private tour from Kiev was very exciting and enjoying. The weather was perfect, we had the chance to try borsch(very delicious) we also learned many interesting facts about the Ukrainian couture. The tour guy Svetozar was exremely helpful and answered all of our questions. Next time we visit Ukraine we will definitelly book with him again!
9. Catacombs Odesa Museum of Partisan Glory
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
The oldest museum of Odesa Catacombs. Another name is the Museum of Partisan Glory. Situated at the isolated part from the main system of the huge labyrinth of mines. You could hear there a lot of stories about brave partisans and difficult life during WW2. There are installations of a bedroom, classroom, kitchen, laundry, weapons. In Odesa, all school children usually go there to know the history of our region. It is an underground museum, but a very civil one, suitable for baby carriages, wheelchairs. The tour about 30-40 minutes underground + up to 2 hours for all delays with public transport we will use to reach the museum. The guide will meet you at the meeting point in Odesa in walkable distance from the main walking street, about 20 minutes by foot. Then take the public city bus together. Also possible to take a taxi and meet at the entrance. The public bus is about 1 USD for both ways per person, the taxi is about 15-20 USD per car for two ways in total.
Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Public bus 1 USD per person for two ways or taxi is about 15-20 per car for both ways.
Reviewed By krs0ne
It was an awesome off the tourist track expedition! The guide was well informed and his stories was interesting to hear.
10. Oyster Farm Private Tour with Oysters and Wine Tasting
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Would you like to find a place, where the 4 main elements, water, air, earth, and sun, gathered in a single whole? Looks ideal! And what about adding oysters and wine? Almost paradise! We invite you to the "Farm of Oysters Scythia", located on the Tiligul estuary coast. Scythia oysters have a soft flesh with a delicate sea aroma and a sweet nutty finish. Oysters tasting at this place give you a strong advantage to get on the table oysters, which were just taken from the water. In contrast to imported oysters, which need 5-7 days delivery time. Also you can spend a perfect time there: lying on the beach, sailing the boat, enjoy the kitesurfing or just view the local nature in the fresh air.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Oysters and wine tasting set (3 oysters and 1 glass of wine), English guide service
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Reviewed By U1559GLkellyw
Roman is personable, knowledgeable and speaks wonderful English. Kristina at Tairov was a delightful hostess and we enjoyed our private tasting. We enjoyed the experience so much, we are booking another tour tomorrow!
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