Kiev Pechersk Lavra Tour: Explore Ukraine's Oldest Cathedral and Historical Monastery
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12 Ratings
Kyiv
Embark on a captivating tour of Kiev Pechersk Lavra, Ukraine's oldest cathedral and historical monastery. Discover stunning churches and delve into the fascinating world of Orthodox Christianity.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Arsenalna Metro Station - Discover the fascinating history behind the world’s deepest metro station.
- The Holy Dormition Kyiv Caves Lavra - Venture through the grounds to see the Assumption Cathedral, Refectory Church, and Sacred Caves.
- The Great Lavra Bell Tower - Witness Ukraine’s tallest bell tower on your visit.
What's Included
- Entrance to the Bell Tower
- Admission to the Monastery
- Complimentary candles
What's Not Included
- Entrance to Miniature Museum has to be paid extra.
Additional Information
This excursion will guide you through the largest and most ancient cathedral in Ukraine, the Kiev Pechersk Lavra, also called the Kiev Monastery of the Caves. It’s a historical Orthodox Christian monastery that lent its name to one of Kiev’s neighborhoods. You’ll get the opportunity to witness the most exquisite churches and delve into the caves filled with mummified remnants of saints dating back to the 11th century. The Ukraine populace is deeply religious; this journey offers you an insight into Orthodox Christianity.
- Not recommended for people with claustrophobia to go to the caves.
- Visiting the caves will be quite difficult for overweight people and those who have problems with the knees.
Location
Arsenalna
You will find our tour guide with a green flag on the street near the entrance to the Arsenalna Metro Station.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Tim
Apr 8, 2024
Great time! - My guide, Liudmyla, gave a great tour of the area. It’s extremely pretty and some amazing history! I’d highly recommend visiting.
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Ods18
Oct 3, 2021
Amazing tour - What an amazing tour! Second time using Kiev Walking Tour group and they did not disappoint. Sasha,our guide was so friendly and knowledgeable. Enjoyable tour!
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Ig311
Sep 19, 2021
Great Tour - Both my sister and I were really glad we did this tour! Anastasia was a really good guide and really knowledgeable. She presented the information in a really digestible way. Instead of throwing a bunch of random facts, it was presented thematically so we could see the big picture of what she was describing and how everything fit together. She also asked us what brought us to the tour and was able to add on to/customize the information based on what would be more interesting for us. Overall, this tour was very informative and Anastasia was an excellent tour guide! Would definitely recommend.
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Princelaurent
Sep 18, 2021
A highlight of Kyiv with the sweetest guide - Our adorable guide Olga was very knowledgeable and she gave us a great tour in and around Kyiv Pechersk Lavra. I wish I had more time to do the other tours in Kyiv, they all seem interesting!
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Viktor_subotic2021
Aug 31, 2021
Great team!
Amazing Kyiv! - Cheers to Vlad,Sasha,Luidmyla for organizing the team for getting know Kyiv in best way!I was guided by Sasha to Pechersk Lavra and Podil,both were amazing (like the feeling of Kyiv),but Vlad and Luidmyla were there to assist in all needed.Highest professionalism from dedicated team-future visitors,dont think twice,just let them lead you!✊
And yes-Ill be back!
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Tinchocarp90
Jun 30, 2021
Excelent tour - I've done this tour with Sasha, she was an amazing guide that explain me a lot of things about the tour and also about Kyiv and the surroundings we visit. I totally recommend to take the tour and also get to the bell tower to get an amazing view of Kyiv.
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Tiziana9102
Aug 31, 2020
Super top experience! - I think I had the best guide in the world for my tour in Kiev Lavra. Sasha provided me with all sorts of info and curiosities on the place and on Kiev, too. She was super professional, super expert, super kind, super interesting, super everything and I am enthusiastic I had her as a guide!
Also thanks to Victoria for sending me such an excellent guide. If I am in Kiev again, I will certainly revert back to Kiev Walking Tours and I definitely recommend Kiev Walking Tours for your excursions in the city! A+++
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Benkelly0611
Apr 21, 2020
Fantastic tour company - During my time in Kyiv I did three tours with this company, Stalin's bunker tour with Ann, Kyiv city walking tour with Yuliia and the Pechersk Lavra tour with Sasha. I thoroughly enjoyed all three tours, the guides were not only incredibly friendly and helpful but also extremely knowledgeable about the landmarks. Can highly recommend this company!
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Dermaschke
Apr 21, 2020
Excellent inside views with Kyiv insiders - This was a great tour around the monument area and the the monastery. Very insightful guide with great knowledge of history, but didn't try to lecture me, which was nice. I have done another general Kyiv city tour as well, which was also excellent.
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Kathrynj644
Apr 16, 2020
Wonderful and Informational! - I love Kiev’s monasteries! I had visited before, but this tour taught me so much more than I knew before. The guide was fluent and knowledgeable, personable and welcoming. I would definitely go on another tour with this company!!
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