LVIV Addon Tours
THE CULINARY TOUR
Our exclusive culinary tour will give you the chance to completely immerse yourself in the diverse culinary scene of Lviv. Explore several delicacies from traditional dishes, modern creations, local food, and a lot more. Our private tour guide will take you on an unforgettable gastronomic adventure through the historic neighborhoods in Lviv where you will be introduced to unique restaurants, menus, and experiences.
LECHAKIW CEMETERY
Our exclusive tour will give you full access to one of Europe’s oldest and most grandiose Cemeteries – the Lechakiw Cemetery. Founded in 1786, this park-like museum contains thousands of sculptures and architecturally stunning buildings built by severalwell-known artists. The cemetery also happens to be a final resting place for several famous writers, intellectuals, politicians, and artists.
THE SECRET UNDERGROUND TOUR
Our exclusive tour takes you on a walk through the underground passages of Lviv'smagnificent Old Town. Our knowledgeable guide will take you through the history, mysteries, and secretsspread across more than 100km inLviv’sunderground. On our tour, you will also get to see hidden passages, dungeons of the Dominican Cathedral, remains of Prince Lev’s Castle, and several catacombs under the Pharmacy Museum.
THE BREWERY TOUR
Today, Lviv’s oldest brewery is a modern, one-of-a-kind, and very famous museum in Ukraine. Our exclusive tour will give you a thorough crash course into the history of beer making – not only in Ukraine but throughout the world – beginning from ancient times to today. Our tour also has special arrangements for you to try an assortment of beers!
THE TUNNEL OF LOVE
The Tunnel of Love is one of Ukraine's most unusual yet romantic sites. Our exclusive tour will take on a very smooth ride through lush foliage and green arches of a railway passage in the area. The whole experience is packed with several romantic feelings and views andis the perfect spot to take beautiful photographs throughout the seasons.
THE CASTLES OF LVIV
This exclusive tour takes place around the very famous Golden Horseshoe or region of high castles aroundLviv.Spend your day visiting three majestic and ancient castles: the Olesko Castle, Pidhirtsi Castle, and the Zolochiv Castle. Our knowledgeable local guide will take you through all of the unique architecture and interesting history in and around the castles.
THE TRUSKAVETS SPA & WELLNESS DAY
Truskavets is an opulent and picturesque town located in western Ukraine. Some of the biggest highlights of this town are its spas, wellness centers, and various options for shopping. Our exclusive and well-curated wellness tour will allow you to take some time out for your health and well-being in the best possible way!
THE DOVBUSH ROCKS
The rocks of Dovbush are a group of ancient natural and man-made caves and structures carved out of stone or rocks hidden deep in the forests of western Ukraine. the 80-meter-high rock formations are named after the leader of the opryshky movement who is also known as the Robinhood of Ukraine – OleksaDovbush. Legend has it that he and his band of followers used these caves to elude local authorities from capture and arrest.
KYIV Addon Tours
THE WORLD WAR TWO (WW-II) MUSEUM
The National Museum of the History of Ukraine in the Second World War is located at the foot of Kyiv’s prominent “Motherland” monument – a 62 meter high, titanium statue that celebrates the Soviet Union’s victory over Nazi Germany.The museum houses over 400,000 exhibit itemsdedicated to the second world war and Ukraine’s role in it. You can also findblasted military vehicles and military equipment from the post-war period.
THE PECHERSKA LAVRA MONASTERY COMPLEX
This amazing golden-domed monastery located on the hills of Kyiv (above the Dnipro River) is one of the most famous and sacred monasteries in Eastern Europe. The Lavracomplex features Byzantine Baroque-inspired architecture, a 96.5-meter-tall bell tower, and catacombs where you will see several mummified remains of ancient monks and saints.
THE DNIPRO CRUISE
Enjoy a relaxing cruise along the gorgeous Dnipro River while soaking in panoramic views of the city and of banks while learningmore about the wonderful history of Kyiv.
THE CHERNOBYL TOUR
The infamous Chernobyl explosion remains one of the world’sbiggest human-caused disasters. However, the site has been safe for tourists to visit and inspect closer for a while now. Today, the main site is known as the Chernobyl exclusion zone site of the Chernobyl nuclear power plant disaster of 1986. Our exclusive guided tour includes visits to the Exclusion Zone, the Ghost town of Pripyat, and a nearby nuclear city whose inhabitants were completely evacuated during the disaster.Through our well-crafted full-day tour of the Chernobyl site, you will learn more about the secrets of the area and the new inhabitants who have returned to their former homes.
KANIV
A full-day trip to Kaniv to witness the awe within the Museum of Taras Shevchenko – the greatest Ukrainian painter and poet who is often considered the founder of modern Ukrainian literature. On this tour, you will also get to see his gravesite along with some beautiful museum grounds acrossthe Chernecha Mountain—overlooking fantastic views of the Dnipro River.
MIZHEHIRYA
An exclusive full-day tour to discover the opulent residence-museum of the corrupt and disgraced ex-president of Ukraine – Victor Yanukovych. Witness and learn some of the darker sides in Ukraine’s history through an in-depth tour of the establishment with our highlyknowledgeable local guide.
THE KYIVAN RUS PARK
Have you ever wondered what Ukraine looked like in the more ancient times? Well, our exclusive Kyivan Rus Park full-day tour will let you witness ancient Kyiv from the V-XIII century through a classically created and crafted reconstruction of the city. Witness the stellar magic as medieval Ukraine comes alive with its historical buildings, interpreters in period costumes, over 20 historic horse breeds, medieval championships battles, knight tournaments, and a lot more!
THE PYROHOVO OPEN-AIR MUSEUM
Our full-day tour of the Pyrohovo open-air museum gives you the unique opportunity to discover the local culture, art & craft exhibits, and a lot more at the open-air architectural & folk museum. The overall establishment is beautiful and spans across 360 acres showcasing picturesque museum features and traditional forms of architecture from all across Ukraine.
Carpathian Mountains Addon Tours
THE KOSIV BAZAAR
Kosiv is the capital city and main hub for folk artistsand Carpathian mountaineers known as Hutsuls. Since ancient times, Hutsuls are known to be very talented craftsmen. TheKosiv Bazaar, which opens once a week on a Saturday, is the largest traditional Hutsul Bazaar in the Carpathian region. Here you can witness and buy all kinds of beautiful handmade household items and souvenirs—crafted in wood, wool, leather, metal, or ceramic. You can also find one-of-a-kind embroidered blouses, shirts, and other fashionable items in the Bazaar. Be sure to soak in the culture, meet local artisans, and purchase some of their incredible treasures.
THE CARPATHIAN MOUNTAIN TRAIN
Take a joyous and picturesque ride on the Carpathian train to enjoy the beauty of untouched nature. The train ride starts in the village Vyhoda and goes through beautiful flower fields, mountains paths, waterfalls, and a well-preserved swamp called the “Shyrokovetsi”. Get theunique opportunity to try some delightful local Carpathian tea and alcoholic beverages served by local villagers.Also, explore an interactive museum to learn about all the fauna and flora that live in this region of the Carpathians.
AN ADVENTUROUS HIKE IN THE CARPATHIANS
Take an adventure with us and climb the Hoverla – Ukraine ‘s highest peak. Or,choose from several other wonderful trails through the majestic mountains with our expert &knowledgeable local guides.
THE NATIONAL HUTSUL HOUSE & FORTRESS MUSEUM
“HutsulGrazhda" – A national Hutsulhouse and fortress are one of the few surviving authentic examples of the typical Hutsul house-fortress. Visit this exquisite museum and experience the unforgotten customs and traditions of the Hutsul People – which can be observedthroughout the year. On this exclusive tour, you can enjoy the crystal-clearmountainair, beautiful landscapes, and open-hearted inhabitants.
Additional Addons Tours
THE AGRICULTURAL/FARM TOUR
Travel to a local agricultural village and get a behind-the-scenes look at a fully functional and family-run farm. With our exclusive tour, you get the unique opportunity to visit various fields and forestlands to see crops, pasture, ponds, and animals – all working in perfect harmony together. Witness a first-hand look and take on how food is grown, cultivated, and harvested in Ukraine. Our tour also includes a farm-fresh meal of local delicacies made from the freshest produce. You can also select your preferred option in the type of farm you want to visit – our list includes – grains, sugar, beet, sunflower, poultry, sheep, dairy, mixed farms, and more.
DISCOVER YOUR ROOTS
Ever felt the urge to visit and learn more about your ancestral or family home and village? With our exclusive tailormade tour, you can enjoy a fully escorted trip to your family village with a personal driver and highly knowledgeable guide/translator. Explore your home village, reconnect with long-lost family, speak with locals, and visit your village’s local churches and cemetery. Enjoy an unforgettable experience and a trip of a lifetime as you rediscover and commune with your family and their history.
EXCLUSIVE FESTIVAL TOURS
Throughout the year, Ukraine has calendars full of various cultural and festival celebrations. Our exclusive and tailormade festival tours give you the opportunity to truly experience and live the culture up close and personal with the most comfort and least stress. Some of the features of our festival tour packages include but are not limited to, booking tickets, arranging accommodation, organizing transportation, creating super fun daily itineraries, and a lot more. Some of the more popular festivals we’ve catered our clients to include the Leopolis Jazz Fest in Lviv, White Nights in Kyiv, Sorochynskij Yarmarok (largest trade fair in Ukraine), Ostrov (electronic music festival), Ivano Kupalo (summer solstice festival), Ethnovyr (international folklore festival, and many more. Contact us for a list of ongoing art and cultural festivals in Ukraine that you would like to visit.
