Private Tour: Kiev Pechersk Lavra and Museum of Historical Treasures of Ukraine

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About this activity

Most popular Lavra attractions including non-touristy paths in a 3-hour private tour. Feel the spirit of the ancient Holy place, discover UNESCO World Heritage Site in an easy-going, flexible way leaded by professional guide. You will visit all important churches, the underground labyrinths with holy monk relics, out-of-the-way Metropolitan residence, beautiful Rose Valley, the Museum of Historical Treasures. The Museum of Historical Treasures of Ukraine is a small Ukrainian hermitage, Ukrainian history “in gold and silver”. It keeps an astounding collection of precious stones and metal found or made in Ukraine start from 2500 years ago.

You will learn why Lavra is surrounded by strong stone fortification walls and why the monks preferred to live in the underground.

Tour is flexible. You can try local food in monastery cafeteria, climb the Great Bell Tower or visit monastery service.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: German, Russian, English, Polish, French
Operated by: Amazing Ukraine

Ages: Children (7–13 years) · Youth (14–17 years) · Adults (18–59 years) · Seniors (60–90 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private tour
Included: Professional art historian guide
Included: Hotel pickup
Included: Transportation to/from attractions by public transport for walking tour and by car for a tour by car
Included: Tickets to the Great Lavra Bell Tower
Included: Tickets to Lavra monastery and the Museum of Historical Treasures

Not included

Not included: Snacks

Itinerary

The Holy Dormition Kyiv Caves Lavra

2 hours Admission included

Kiev Pechersk Lavra is UNESCO World Heritage architectural complex includes outstanding churches, the underground labyrinths where holy monk relics are kept, peaceful Metropolitan residence, beautiful Rose Valley
Museum of Historical Treasures of Ukraine

one hour Admission included

The Museum of Historical Treasures of Ukraine is a small Ukrainian hermitage, Ukrainian history “in gold and silver”. It keeps an astounding collection of precious stones and metal found or made in Ukraine. Our guide will lead you through the ancient jewellery of the nomadic Scythian tribes from 2500 years ago. You will see real ancient gold items, among them the magnificent “Golden pectoral” (chest decoration of a Scythian king). The museum possesses also an impeccable collection of Russian, Jewish, Polish and German masterpieces.
The Great Lavra Bell Tower

20 min Admission included

The Great Lavra Bell Tower is the main bell tower of of Kiev Pechersk Lavra. Its total height, with the Christian cross, is 96.5 metres

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Opera Hotel
Zolotyi Bereg
Senator Maidan
Kyiv Hotel Service
TiSO Apart-hotel
Hotel Sport
Hyatt Regency Kyiv
Hilton Kyiv
Cityhotel
Sunflower B&B Hotel
11 Mirrors Design Hotel
Palladium Palace

and 76 more pickup points

The guide meet you near your hotel/apartment or any place convenient for you in central Kiev

You can specify your hotel/apartment address in Special Requirements section of booking form

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A dress code is required to enter Lavra monastery. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. We recommend ladies wear a kerchief and skirt. But in case you haven't a kerchief and skirt.you can borrow them on the reception desk.
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended as tour include rather long distance

Options

Pick up by public transport

Duration: 3 hours: Lavra monastery tour includes pick-up/drop off by public transport including museums tickets

The main attractions of Lavra: Kiev Pechersk Lavra, The Museum of Historical Treasures, the Great Lavra Bell Tower

Public transportation : Our guide will meet you at your place

Pick up/drop off by public transport

Pickup included
Pick up by private transport

Private

Pickup included