Stop At: The Holy Dormition Kyiv Caves Lavra, Lavrska Street, 15, building 42, Kyiv 01015

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.

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Mykola Syadristy Microminiatures Museum, Lavrskaya St., 9, Kyiv 02000

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.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: The Great Lavra Bell Tower, Lavrska St, 13/81, Kyiv 02000

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.

Duration: 15 minutes

Pass By: Church of the Saviour at Berestove, Lavrska St., 21/4, Kyiv 02000

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

• Reservations are REQUIRED for all bookings
• Book Your Package On-Line and Receive Your Confirmation
• Departure point: Detailed check-in instructions - including the address and parking information if applicable - will be included in your final confirmation email.
• Duration: 3 hours (Approx.)

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Professional guide
• Private walking tour
• Gratuities

• Confirmation Voucher (printed or mobile)
• Any required or suggested items listed on your confirmation email.
• A Smile!

Hotel pick-up is offered for this tour. Note: if you are booking within 24 hours of the tour/activity departure time, we cannot guarantee hotel pick-up. Once your purchase is complete, we will send you complete contact information (phone number, email address, etc.) for our local operator to organize pick-up arrangements.

• 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

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.