The Cultural Heart of Ukraine Tour

Day 1: Arrive Kiev

Arrive Kiev International airport, collect your baggage, clear immigration and proceed to arrival lounge, the guide and drivers will be waiting with the placard in your name. Thereafter assisted transfer to the hotel.

Have the first glimpse of the beauty of Kiev, as you pass through the St. Sophia Cathedral, the ancient gateway to Kiev Golden Gates, the National Opera, the National University of Taras Shevchenko etc.
Arrive and check in at the hotel.
Evening discover the delightful taste of Ukranian Cuisine with a dinner at local restaurant. Stay overnight at Kiev. (Dinner).

Day 2: Kiev – Orthodox – Molecular Dinner

Religion, ancient history and art are the essence of this tour. Visit Kiev Pechersk Lavra, the paramount center of Orthodox Christianity. Discover Saint Sophia Cathedral, the landmark of Kievan Rus period, a listed UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit Vydubychi Monastery, a remarkable site for Christianization of Kiev and St. Volodymyr’s Cathedral famous for its mural-painting will enlarge your vision of Orthodox culture. For lunch we propose to discover of Molecular Gastronomy in a recognized restaurant. Introduced in Italy in the early 90s, it has become a popular worldwide movement. Taste a delicious set of molecular dishes in Kiev.
Stay overnight at Kiev. (Breakfast, Dinner).

Day 3: Kiev – Soviet –Authentic Beverage Tasting

Kiev’s skyline is studded with landmarks, deeply influenced by the Soviet style of architecture, Immerse into the Soviet history through the landmarks of that time. Start with RodinaMat’, a city’s defender and the most prominent building of Brezhnev’s time. Explore the neo-classical style of Verkhovna Rada introduced by Stalinkaor Khrushchevkais, visit the Exhibition of Achievements of Ukrainian SSR and other iconic sights.
Later get introduced to the variety of local Ukrainian drinks: Percivka, Horilka, Okovyta, Anise etc. Different types of Nalivkaor Nastoianka, fruit and herbs flavoured drinks have become popular since 17 century and are still trendy.
Stay overnight at the hotel at Kiev. (Breakfast).

Day 4: Kiev – Obolon Brewery Visit – Kiev Fashion

After breakfast, the day will unfold you to showcase the modern world landmarks of Kiev. Kiev is home to the biggest brewery of Europe “Obolon”. Visit the number one Ukrainian Brewery, find out more on all the steps of the brewing process and savour the rich and authentic Ukrainian beer.
Later explore the showrooms of Kiev, discover some of the world’s renowned local fashion labels. The showrooms of Ukrainian brands and modern Kiev art will open to you during this fashion trip.
Stay overnight at the hotel in Kiev. (Breakfast).

Day 5: Kiev – Unexplored

Before departure, explore the hidden sites of Kiev, the places of recent history and art. You will discover Kiev mural art, a post-revolutionary movement and an expression of modern society realized by Ukrainian, British, Spanish, Australian artists. Visit Kiev Fashion Park at Peizazhna Alley, visit some undisclosed courtyards known for their secret art and stories.
Later departure transfer to the airport for onwards flight. (Breakfast).