10 days tour

Ukraine Untouched

Ukraine Untouched

This tour includes:

Meals

9 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 3 Dinners

Accommodation

9 nights accommodation

Others

Entrance fees Sightseeing as per the itinerary 1st class train tickets

Guide

Services of an English speaking guide

Transport

Return airport transfers Transportation in a private vehicle

Not included:

Flights

Insurance

Others

International and Domestic flights Drinks unless otherwise mentioned Visas Travel Insurance Tips Inoculations Items of a personal nature Anything not mentioned in the itinerary

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Itinerary of your trip Ukraine Untouched

  • Day 1 Day 1: Arrive Kiev
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Arrive Kiev

      Welcome to the Ukraine! Upon arrival in Kiev, you will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure. This evening, you will have a tour briefing by your guide.

      3 nights Vozdvyzhenskyi Hotel or similar

  • Day 2 Day 2: Mizhrichynsky National Park
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Mizhrichynsky National Park

      Today you will visit Mizhrichynsky National Park – one of the largest regional landscape reserves in the country. Part of the Polissya region (one of the largest swamp areas of Europe) the park is full of wildlife and covered by lush forests and swamps.

      The park relies heavily on the work of volunteers to help keep it pristine. You will be introduced to some of the team members who work within the park and join them in helping to maintain one of the three eco-trails. Tasks may include helping build bird houses, clearing tree roots and keeping pathways clear. You will then visit a local home for a delicious homemade lunch. Return to Kiev later in the afternoon. (B,L)

  • Day 3 Day 3: Chernobyl
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Chernobyl

      This morning after breakfast, you will make your way to the site of the world & s worst nuclear disaster, Chernobyl.

      On 26th April 1986 reactor number 4 at the nuclear power plant exploded. The initial explosion and the massive radioactive fallout (thirty to forty times the amount released at Hiroshima) that spread over a massive geographical area lead to many deaths and harmed thousands more in the following years.

      Over three decades later, the levels of radioactivity have dropped to safe levels and we can now explore the site to learn about Europe & s largest technological disaster and discover the impact it has had on the local population and wildlife. (B,L)

  • Day 4 Day 4: Kiev
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Kiev

      Enjoy a day tour of Kiev. You will visit the UNESCO listed St Sophia & s Cathedral, St Michael & s golden-dome monastery and taking in the views of the Dnipro river as you learn about the recent history of Maidan revolution, your expert local guide will lead you to discover the lesser known sights of this fascinating city known only by the locals.

      Take a late afternoon train to Lviv (approx 5 hrs). On arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Lviv today is a hidden gem of European elegance. With origins as the capitol of the Kingdom of Galicia in 1272 and surviving Soviet and German occupation in WW2, this is a truly fascinating city with a unique combination of eastern and western culture, architecture and food. (B)

      2 nights Lions Castle or similar

  • Day 5 Day 5: Lviv
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Lviv

      This morning after breakfast, you will set out to explore the UNESCO listed old town. Walk its cobblestone streets dotted with beautiful cathedrals, enjoy street music and sit back and relax with a coffee in a quaint courtyard. (B)

  • Day 6 Day 6: Kosmach
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Kosmach

      Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and some free time this morning to discover Lviv on your own.

      Late morning you will take scenic back country roads to the historic city of Ivano-Frankivsk, stopping for lunch at Urban 100 Cafe, a community owned cafe where profits are used for social projects such as city parks and cycle-ways as part of a ‘warm city & initiative.

      Continue on towards the Carpathian Mountains. Considered to be the Green Pearl of Ukraine, it is rural Ukraine at its best, with tiered wooden churches dotting the hills and horse-drawn carts clip-clop along potholed roads. Arrive at the village of Kosmach. Spend the afternoon walking around the village. (B,D)

      2 nights in family run hotel, Villa Maria or similar

  • Day 7 Day 7: Meeting The Shepherds
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Meeting The Shepherds

      Today you will immerse yourself into the daily life of a typical Hutsul village. Hutsuls are an ethnic group of highlanders in the Carpathians, who largely maintain their traditions and customs. Venture into the highlands via 4WD – this is an exciting off-road journey not for the faint hearted! Visit the shepherds who spend their summers tending to their flock. Venture into the forest where you will forage for mushrooms, along with some of the freshest and sweetest tasting berries you will have ever eaten. Spend your afternoon participating in your host family & s daily routine – working in the field, feeding the animals or stacking the hay (depends on the season, and weather, time of the day and household needs). After you return to the hotel, the mushrooms you & ve picked will be served to you for dinner. (B,L,D)

  • Day 8 Day 8: Meeting Hutsul Artisans
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Meeting Hutsul Artisans

      Today you will learn about traditional Hutsul crafts, and visit some of the artisans who earn their living continuing their family traditions. Join a Hutsul elder as she teaches you how to make your own Easter egg with intricate local designs. Travel to Yavoriv, where you will meet a local woman who makes beautiful woollen rugs. On your way stop by 16th century wooden church in a town of Kolomyya and also view a unique exhibition at the Easter Egg Museum there. Transfer to Chernivtsi, one of the most incredible cities in Central Europe, a true multicultural gem with stunning architecture. (B,L,D)

      Overnight Allure Inn Hotel or similar

  • Day 9 Day 9: Chernivtsi
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Chernivtsi

      Spend your day exploring the charming town of Chernivtsi, considered one of Ukraine & s most important educational and architectural sites. Discover beautiful parks and squares and enjoy its cultural heritage as you are surrounded by Habsburg empire architecture, there is no guessing why this city is known as ‘Little Vienna & .

      Visit the UNESCO listed Residence of Bukovinian and Dalmatian Metropolitans, which is currently occupied as the Chernivtsi National University. The beautiful complex boasts exquisite architecture with intricate ornamentation and a lovely park. Visit and explore two stunning medieval castles in Khotyn and Kamyanets-Podilskyi.

      This evening, take the overnight train back to Kiev. (B)

      Overnight First Class Sleeper (2 berth)

  • Day 10 Day 10: Departure
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Departure

      Upon arrival back into Kiev, you will be met and have time at leisure to explore the city or relax in one of the many parks. You will then be transferred to the airport for your onward flight. (B)

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 18 / Max: 99

Age range allowed for this experience.

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