Private Guided Tour of Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra

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Discover one of the main Kyiv attractions on a fascinating, private, guided-tour. Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra, is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List, and is a must-visit place for all who travel to Ktiv. You will enjoy the atmosphere of this holy place and learn many interesting facts from an expert guide.

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Things To Know

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Professional guide
  • Private walking tour
  • Gratuities
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A dress code is required to enter the tarritory of Kiev-Pechersk Lavra. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women. Women should have a kerchief or a scarf to cover the head. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
  • The Lavra Caves close at 4:30pm in summer time and at 3:30pm in winter.
  • Walking tour will have uneven surfaces, please wear comfortable shoes

What's included in the package

Itinerary

The Holy Dormition Kyiv Caves Lavra

Meet your local expert guide and discover the world famous attraction – Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra on a comprehensive walking tour. Once you enter Lavra, you’ll be amazed at the beauty and splendor of this monastery. The date of the foundation of Lavra is 1051, and it is one of the most sacred places in Ukraine. Wandering through the Lavra paved paths, you will see restored Dormition Cathedral and admire their architectural style. The highlight of this tour is a visit of the famous Lavra Caves - a place where hermit monks ones lived. It is now open to visitors and many people from all over the world come here to worship the holly relics of Saints. You will hear a lot of interesting information about the life and traditions of monks and about the role Lavra plays in the capital’s life. A visit of UNESCO-listed Kiev Pechersk Lavra is an amaizing experience that you will always remember.

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Mykola Syadristy Microminiatures Museum

Unique collection of museum displays tiny pieces of art that can be seen under the magnifying glass. It’s is a work of a prominent artisan Mykola Syadristy. *Optional, museum is closed on Tuesdays.

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The Great Lavra Bell Tower

One of the highlights of the Upper Lavra is a 96-meter Bell Tower, which dominates over the territory of the monastery. You have a chance to climb it's stairs and enjoy the bird’s eye view of the city.

Admission Ticket Included

Church of the Saviour at Berestove (Pass-by Only)

An ancient church, located in the northern part of Lavra, is an important monument of architecture.


Where to meet and pickup

Pickup and Dropoff

Choose to be picked up from a list of locations

Additional Information

We pick up from any hotel or apartment in Kyiv.

Ticket Redemption

Tickets will be delivered post-booking by email; or, physically delivered to you or your hotel


Reviews By Other Travelers

4.7
Based on 19 reviews

What do other 19 guests say about Private Guided Tour of Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra

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819svetlanat
5
Feb 2020
Sehr schöne und weitläufige Anlage. Hier muss man etwas Zeit einplanen, ist aber absolut sehenswert. Auf alle Fälle muss man besuchen!
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Eric C
5
Oct 2019
Lots of pretty art to see on the interior and exterior of buildings,and interesting history. Guide made it a lot easier to understand what we were seeing.
5
542RichardM
5
Sep 2019
Thank you so very much, we had a great trip, our personal guide Serge was amazing, his knowledge of history and the Ukraine was off the scale, we were collected on time from our hotel which is where our tour started, and spent three hours learning lots and having a private tour. This would have b...

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Things to know

Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Professional guide
  • Private walking tour
Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A dress code is required to enter the tarritory of Kiev-Pechersk Lavra. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women. Women should have a kerchief or a scarf to cover the head. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
  • The Lavra Caves close at 4:30pm in summer time and at 3:30pm in winter.
  • Walking tour will have uneven surfaces, please wear comfortable shoes

Payment Methods

Accept all major debit and credit cards
discoverCreated with Sketch.
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alipay_hkCreated with Sketch.
Accept crypto currencies