Private Tour: Kiev Pechersk Lavra and Museum of Historical Treasures of Ukraine
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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Itinerary
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Stop At: The Holy Dormition Kyiv Caves Lavra, Lavrska Street, 15, building 42, Kyiv 01015 Ukraine
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
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Museum of Historical Treasures of Ukraine, 9 Lavrska Str aka 21 Ivan Mazepa Street, Kyiv Ukraine
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.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: The Great Lavra Bell Tower, Lavrska St, 13/81, Kyiv 02000 Ukraine
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
Duration: 20 minutes
Inclusions
- Private tour
- Professional art historian guide
- Transportation to/from attractions by public transport for walking tour and by car for a tour by car
- Hotel pickup
- Tickets to Lavra monastery and the Museum of Historical Treasures
- Tickets to the Great Lavra Bell Tower
- Entry/Admission - The Great Lavra Bell Tower
- Entry/Admission - Museum of Historical Treasures of Ukraine
- Entry/Admission - The Holy Dormition Kyiv Caves Lavra
Exclusions
- Snacks
Additional information
- 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
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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