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Things to do in Kiev, Ukraine: The Best Multi-day Tours
Having survived the Mongol Empire, WWII, Chernobyl, and Soviet rule, Kiev is the proud capital of the Ukraine. Filled with theaters, museums, religious sites, modern buildings and ancient ruins, the city of Kiev is the center of Ukrainian culture. The Monastery of the Caves, founded in 1015, and Saint Sophia Cathedral, founded in 1037, are both World Heritage Sites. The Museum of the Great Patriotic War, topped by the massive Motherland Statue, provides gorgeous views of the city below.
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1. 5-day Extended Tour to Chernobyl and Prypiat town
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
For those, who want to explore the diversity and richness of the Chernobyl zone more than in a one-day visit In this several-day tours, in addition to more detailed acquaintance with the most famous objects (the Chernobyl NPP, Pripyat and Chernobyl towns) you get a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the wonderful nature of the Zone untrodden nooks, meet very peculiar people – selfsettlers-samosely – and discover their way of life, which is so close to nature. In addition, you will feel the magic of Chernobyl night and the beauty of waking up to birds' singing outside Chernobyl hotel.
Inclusions: Accommodation, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Guide, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Geiger counter rent (50 USD), Private transportation
Reviewed By Shane_Lucey
What an excellent tour and location. Ivan (My guide) was incredibly knowledgeable, passionate about the topic and personable. It was the perfect balance of history, experience and emotion to make a very memorable adventure. Safety was also never a concern of mine. Ivan made sure to keep the journey interactive while also ensuring we never ventured anywhere that might expose us, or to areas that are no longer structurally sound.
2. 2-Day Small-Group Tour to Lviv from Kiev by Intercity Train
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Visit one of the most beautiful cities of Ukraine on a fabulous 2-day tour from Kyiv. It is the best vacation you can ever get. Traveling in comfort by a high speed Intercity train, you will see the best city’s attractions without getting tired. An enjoyable 2-day tour from Kyiv to Lviv will provide you with the greatest impressions of one of the most stunning European cities.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Overnight accommodation in the selected hotel, Professional guide in Lviv, Hotels pick-up and drop-off, Tickets to Intercity train Kyiv - Lviv - Kyiv
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.
3. 10-Day Western Ukraine and Kiev Minivan Tour from Kiev
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Guided tour to Ukraine by minivan in a small group up to 6 people for 10 days. This remarkable adventure “Fantastic Western Ukraine 2016″ tour by minivan , combined with its history importance and natural beauty, will let you savour the Western Ukraine that is a hidden treasure. Be among the first to peek into another world and experience this new destination unspoiled by tourist masses.
Inclusions: Accommodation with meals as per itinerary, Local taxes, Bottled water, Round-trip shared transfer, Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities
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!
4. Ukraine - Moldova Tour by Minivan from Kiev
Overall Ratings
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!
5. 2-days Group Tour To The Chernobyl Exclusion Zone
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
You have a unique opportunity to visit the territory of the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone in the format of a 2-day tour (from 3 to 5 days upon request). You will discover all the unexplored parts of this unusual place that are not available on a regular day trip. You can learn more about the area of Chernobyl, visit the Chernobyl NPP, see the object “Chernobyl 2”, get acquainted with the local population and listen to their fascinating stories, walk along Pripyat - the same ghost town that is known to the whole world, see abandoned villages and much more.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Accomodation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Dosimeter, Insurance
Exclusions: Protective Shoes, Protective Suit, Additional Locations
Reviewed By A2887YVromans
I had one day excursion with “Chernobyl Exclusive Tours” our gibe Zhenya ( Evgeniy ) explained everything about what happened in Chernobyl and showed all of the most popular and secret places is Exclusion zone. Personally recommend Zhenya like tour gide ,he is great person and big professional!!! That was on of the most impressive excursion, what I visited for las couple of years... I’ll Definitely come back.
6. 4-Day Small-Group Ukraine - Moldova Tour from Kyiv
Overall Ratings
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.
7. LAST MOMENT 2-day Private Chernobyl Tour with Hotel, VR and Babushkas
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 20 reviews
You or your group, alone and experiencing your own Chernobyl Diaries. A Private tour to the Chernobyl exclusion zone (including the city of Pripyat) is a special tour designed for individuals or groups who would like to explore the zone at their own pace, with their own preferences, on their own date and with no other people. For this tour you can choose your date, time, pick-up place (from Kiev) and your own preferences of what to see in Chernobyl exclusion zone.
Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, All activities, Driver/guide, Professional guide, Round-trip private transfer, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Permissions to all 3 safety zones of Chernobyl exclusion zone, Maps and hand-outs, Geiger-Muller counter (dosimeter), Postcards for free and postcard service, Overnight accommodation (Chernobyl hotel-only 2 day tours)
Exclusions: Entrance fees for visiting Chernobyl nuclear power plant (60-120 €/person - depending on the group size), Drinks
Reviewed By any421
You have lots of options for tour companies to chernobyl but this is the best company to go with. From pick up to drop off, they did a great job of making sure we saw chernobyl, the towns, the lunch, Duga radar etc. Company was on time for pick up, showed us everything, did not rush us, provided authentic Soviet lunch, and dropped us off in Kyiv Alina was my tour guide on May 9 2021 and she was very friendly, informative and really connected with us 5 stars.
8. Path to the Soviet legacy 7days package tour
Overall Ratings
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!
9. Two-day exclusive tour to Chernobyl and Pripyat
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
two-day tour offered by a travel agency SPHERA TOURS will not leave indifferent real lovers of extreme tourism. Maximum immersion in the past post-apocalyptic period of the Soviet Union
Inclusions: Lunch, Dinner, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions:
Reviewed By Stelios49
We decided to do the one-day Chernobyl tour one day before and although it was Sunday, Olga was very helpful and accommodating. All the information provided was clear and we enjoyed the whole experience. The van was clean and comfortable with wifi and usb ports for our phones. The tour, Evgenia, was polite and knowledgable. The atmosphere was very laid back and the itinerary was followed without deviations. Itis highly recommended
10. Chernobyl and Pripyat ALL INCLUSIVE 2 Day Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 73 reviews
Experience the atmosphere of the abandoned area and immerse yourself in a post-apocalyptic world on a 2-day private tour of Chernobyl. Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime trip to the site of history's most disastrous nuclear power plant accident.
Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, All taxes, fees and handling charges, All activities, Local guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Secret capacity
Exclusions:
Reviewed By Oleg R
Tour was organized perfectly. Highly recommend it. Thanks for the exciting day we had spent in the exclusion zone
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