Golden-domed Kiev - the small Vienna of Bukovina
(intensive tour)
7 days / 6 nights (for a group of 15-20 people + 1)
Modern Kiev is a dynamic European metropolis, in the center of which is the heart of the ancient Great City with an aristocratic character, a rich history and unique architectural monuments of world significance. To the services of the participants of the intensive tour - comfortable hotels, many of which are represented by well-known international chains, developed infrastructure, air communication with about a hundred cities in the world. In addition, Kiev can offer an interesting cultural, excursion and sports program, visiting opera and ballet performances, concerts of classical, chamber and spiritual music, as well as golf competitions and firearms shooting. Extravagantness of the tourists insights will be added to the visit of the Cossack settlement in Mamaeva Sloboda .
Day 1
Arrival. Congratulatory dinner with musical folk shows in the Ukrainian national restaurant.
Day 2
A sightseeing tour with the visit of St. Sophia Cathedral - one of the most prominent monuments of fresco and mosaic art, listed on the UNESCO World Heritage site, with a view of the Golden Gate - the main gate of the medieval city, the Mikhailovsky Golden-Domed Monastery, monuments to Princess Olga and Prince Volodymyr - the baptist of Russia, St. Andrew's Church - a masterpiece by the Italian architect Rastrelli. Walking along the Andriivsky Descent, one of the oldest streets in Eastern Europe, called the Monmartr of Kyiv. In the afternoon - excursion to the Cossack village of Mamaeva Sloboda. Getting to know the life, traditions and way of life of the Cossacks, a review of the Cossack equestrian show, participation in master classes on horseback riding, tasting of traditional Cossack cuisine and hops drinks, as well as dedications to Cossacks.
Day 3
Excursion to the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra - one of the most prominent Orthodox shrines of the world, which is included in the UNESCO World Heritage Site. On the territory of the Lavra there are more than 40 church-architectural monuments and museums. In the Lavra caves, the holy relics of the saints of God, which are visited annually by hundreds of thousands of pilgrims, are resting. In the second half of the day- the departure of the Intercity high-speed train to Kamyanets-Podilsky or flight to Chernivtsi. Evening excursion around Chernivtsi. Overnight
Day 4
"Little Vienna" – visiting the so-called Bukovina capital - Chernivtsi. This city, half way between Kiev and Bucharest, between Krakow and Odessa, was the secret capital of Europe, where the best coloraturated soprano was sung, where sidewalks were swept away with bouquets of roses and where there were more bookstores than coffee shops. Chernivtsi is a pleasure boat with the Ukrainian team, German officers and Jewish passengers on board, which under the Austrian flag kept the course between the West and the East. Here, "the Sunday day began with Schubert, and ended with a duel." Uring the city tour you will visit the former residence of Metropolitan Bukovina and Dalmatia, Armenian Catholic Church, Town Hall, Cathedral of the Holy Spirit, Coffee House "Hapsburg", Square of the Holy Cross, Jesuit Church of the Heart of Jesus. Lunch. Moving to Kamenets-Podolsky - the third largest city in Ukraine which has concentrated attractions in the OLD TOWN - on a unique island formed by the rocky KANYON river. Overlooking. Dozens of ancient houses, temples and fortifications, the history itself is written here in a picturesque landscape, which would be worthy of attention and in itself. Here the traces and influences of different peoples and religions are intertwined. What is worth at least the TURKISH BRIDGE, which the Romans began to build, was remade by the Turks, and the Germans modernized in 1942 or the Muslim Minaret with MADONNAYA upstairs. The pearl "Flower on a stone" (as Kamenets is often called) is a wonderful OLD FORTRESS, only for the sake of which one must visit the city. No wonder more than fifty films were filmed in Kamenets, and the Terra Heroica festival attracts historical costumers from all over Europe. In the evening visit to the night theatrical excursion in Kamyanets-Podilsky Castle ", which reproduces interesting facts about the history of the city of the XVII century. The reenactors involved in the event show the scenes of the "Battle Hopak" and other military organization - training, competition with weapons and in hand-to-hand combat. Each willing participant has the opportunity to try himself and in the skill of shooting from a bow and crossbow, and riding a horse. During the rest of the castle's territory, pre-prepared fires and torches illuminate, which allows you to immerse more in the romantic era of the Middle Ages. Overnight in Kamenets-Podolsky.
Day 5
Excursion to Khotyn.
Among the numerous fortresses that have survived in modern Ukraine, and are dumb witnesses of victories and defeats, a special place is occupied by the "Khotynska Fortecia" - an unrivaled monument of fortification art. The very place Khotyn, located on the high Bukovinian shore of the deep Dniester River, celebrated its millennium in 2002. This town, part of the Association of Ukrainian Cities and the League of Historical Cities, thanks to its unique fortress attracts tourists, people who are not indifferent to the history of our country. Restoration work is under way in Khotyn fortress today, but even in this form it strikes. Transfer to Chernivtsi, lunch in an ethnic restaurant. Moving from Chernivtsi to Kiev (high-speed train Intersity or air travel). Free time. Evening in one of the panoramic restaurants in Kiev. Lodging for the night.
Day 6
Pechersk has always been an aristocratic region. Therefore, there is the largest number of sought-after architectural structures and flatter parks for walks that are offered for inspection during the tour. Visiting parks and palaces of Pechersk. Here is the most amazing house in Kyiv - the House with chimeras. Each of the following buildings also has its own history and architectural joy: the Chocolate House and the Widow's House crying, the National Bank's House and the Writers' House, the Klovsky and Mariinsky palaces. A stop at the observation deck to enjoy the view of Kiev. And then, through the former Tsar's Garden, you can go to Love's Bridge. Once on Khreshchatyk, guests arrive at the center of the capital's life, there are always many young people and time is flying imperceptibly. Lunch. Walking Excursion: “Without the Podil, Kiev is not possible”. Master class of chocolate portrait. Free time.
Day 7
Breakfast. Transfer to the airport. End of the tour.
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