City: Kiev
Top Things to do in Kiev
Top 10 Private Tours in Kiev, Ukraine
Having survived the Mongol Empire, WWII, Chernobyl, and Soviet rule, Kiev is the proud capital of the Ukraine. Filled with theaters, museums, religious sites, modern buildings and ancient ruins, the city of Kiev is the center of Ukrainian culture. The Monastery of the Caves, founded in 1015, and Saint Sophia Cathedral, founded in 1037, are both World Heritage Sites. The Museum of the Great Patriotic War, topped by the massive Motherland Statue, provides gorgeous views of the city below.
Restaurants in Kiev
1. Full-Day Private Chernobyl and Pripyat Tour from Kiev
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
Visit one of the most intriguing and mysterious places on our planet – Chernobyl Exclusion zone. During private Chernobyl tour, you will see a site of Chernobyl nuclear power station and learn its tragic history, discover a top-secret soviet military object Duga-3, also known as “Russian Woodpecker”. You will also explore an abandoned city of Pripyat, which is not only a great example of the city founded in the soviet period but also is a great illustration of human civilization completely taken over by nature.
Inclusions: Transport by private vehicle, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Lunch, Private tour
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By spotterBIETRY
Very good tour with great views of the city. I highly recommend this tour to tourists. Thank’s a lot to the guide too, very friendly and makes great explanations, that permits to know perfectly the story of Kharkiv.
2. Private Ukrainian Village Tour with Traditional Lunch
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Explore the daily life of Ukrainians, being guest to welcomed Ukrainian family, learn how to cook Ukrainian dishes, enjoy lunch together with the locals, visit the flea market and various beautiful villages. No fancy restaurants and typical tourist sites, just pure nature and authentic experience
Inclusions: Lunch, Workshop, Professional art historian guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Museum fee
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By 708majkal
Went first time with Iryna and her hiking group and had amazing time. Can't wait for another trip :) Thank you ???? highly recommend for English speaking people or Ukraine which would like to have nice time and make new friends????
3. Kiev Best Sights Private Half-Day Tour
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5.0 based on 42 reviews
We offer the best itinerary on foot, by car or van to cover the main attractions of Kyiv, the capital of Ukraine. This tour is well suited for those who are for the first time in Kiev. The Tour could be conducted by Car or Van depends on amount of people, but in a good weather we recommend to order a Walking Tour because all attractions are pretty close to each other in Kiev. The tour by car or van includes a visit to the Statue of the Motherland.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup, Local guide, Private tour
Exclusions: Hotel drop-off
Reviewed By Irina_kusov
This is a gorgeous place, especially now, in the spring. The nature is wonderful, the territory of the park is very well-groomed. After the president's escape, people stayed here to look after and take care of the place. The house inside is completely different, made with bad taste, in the royal style. Seems like the person had problems with his ego. The tour is good, the guide is very knowledgeable about the current situation in Ukraine. So come here in good weather and enjoy your walk! P.S. to get inside the retro car museum you need to take a golf cart, it’s extra experiences.
4. Kiev Afternoon Highlights - Sightseeing, Food and Bars!
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
Full Kiev Experience in 6 hours! Start with the walking tour, then pamper yourself with the delicious Ukrainian cuisine and finish the day relaxing in the bar! This tour starts at the afternoon and consist of 3 hours sightseeing and another 3 hours for dinner and drinks! If you want a morning walking tour, please pay attention on our "Kiev Full Tour - History and Architecture in 5 hours"! During this tour you will see all the main treasures of Kiev – something that you will not find in guides or on maps. Historical and cultural places, unique restaurants, and an understanding of the real soul of Ukraine! Beautiful historical downtown, picturesque suburbs, lively nightclub life and much more. You’ll never get bored in the company of an experienced private guide who loves this city and will show you the best of it! Combined tour is the perfect choice for people who have limited time in Kiev, but want to spend it memorably!
Inclusions: Private walking tour, Professional friendly local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only - city centre)
Exclusions: Dinner, Alcoholic Beverages
Reviewed By vaidehiPalshikar
We absolutely loved the 5 hours tour with Eliza. We did not see the time go by as we walked the beautiful streets and discovered Kyiv and its glorious history. We recommend this tour to anyone who wants to get to know the city's past and contempory modern history along with a great insight into the varied architecture and life here!
5. Private Countryside tour from Kyiv
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
This tour would be a highlight of your trip around Ukraine. You will get better insight into the Ukrainian culture, not just the typical tourist overview.
Inclusions: Private guide by car, Pick up, drop off, Bottled water
Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch
Reviewed By Luk3Skywalk3r
While visiting Ukraine, I was recommended Svet and his tour by my hotel. I was looking for a tour on that particular day, and he made it happened. He was very flexible, friendly, energetic, knowledgeable and overall, I had a great time with him. I booked him on two different occasions and he was able to take me to all the various sites that I wanted to see, and others that he recommended. I found that his prices were very fair, especially for the private tours, that I got. If you want to see clubs, museums, historical sites, or anything else, just let him know, and he will make it happen! I defiantly, plan on using his services again, the next time, that I visit Ukraine! Thank for the great time, Svet! Artem
6. Riddles and Mysteries of Kiev-Pechersk Lavra
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5.0 based on 9 reviews
We will try to solve the riddles of number one attraction of Ukraine - KYIV-PECHERSK LAVRA, the second oldest Christian stronghold of Ukraine. We will try to penetrate the history of LAVRA CATACOMBS, which hold the imperishable relics of 122 monks. You will be introduced to the stunning results of medical experiments on these human remains. You will also learn what miraculous events happened here throughout centuries. In addition, we will visit 3 churches - ASSUMPTION CATHEDRAL, GATE CHURCH OF THE TRINITY & REFECTORY CHURCH and learn how to decipher the symbolism of their wall images.I will teach you how to read Ukrainian Orthodox architecture and to interpret it through the prism of color science. We will stand on LAVRA'S BEST OBSERVATION DECK, which offers a mind-boggling view of the Monastery architectural ensemble. You will see that there is a reason for every detail you come across in the Monastery grounds and that these details often go unnoticed. Entry ticket UAH120 or EUR3.6.
Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle
Reviewed By ilkeo2021
Natalia was amazing! She is so knowledgable about the history of Kiyv and makes you feel very welcome. She is in no rush and so excited about to tell you about all the interesting things.
7. Chernobyl Private Tour from Kiev
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5.0 based on 199 reviews
A private tour is probably the best choice for those whose passion is photography. Since there is only you and your guide on the tour, there is nobody else in the sight of your camera. You can spend as much time as you wish to have that perfect shoot and not to be rushed.
Inclusions: Lunch, Professional guide, Transport by private vehicle, Geiger Counter, Protection Cloths (if requested), Fee for radiation control
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By 688cl_menced
We had a really great day in Chernobyl zone with our guide, Igor. He show us all the area with clear explanation, it was really impressive ! I recommend Solo East, the quality of the trip and the price of the tour they propose are really good :)
8. Full-Day Private Tour to Chernobyl and Pripyat Town from Kyiv
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 142 reviews
You can book a trip to the Chernobyl Zone for yourself and your friends/colleagues on the most convenient date and with the route, which will include the objects and places you are most interested in. Jointly, with you, the best program will be tailored to make your visit most informative and truly remarkable! In the trip you will be accompanied by a professional guide, a worker of the Zone and an interpreter (if necessary). Please contact us if you have not received a letter with all the details about your tour (your passport details, meeting time, departure point, clothing, etc.). Only this letter confirms that your tour has been successfully booked.
Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Lunch, Knowledgeable and friendly guides, Private tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, The maximal available duration of the tours, Flexibility of the route
Exclusions: Dosimeter rent (10USD paid locally if required), Airport transfer (16-36USD paid locally if required)
Reviewed By Shane_Lucey
What an excellent tour and location. Ivan (My guide) was incredibly knowledgeable, passionate about the topic and personable. It was the perfect balance of history, experience and emotion to make a very memorable adventure. Safety was also never a concern of mine. Ivan made sure to keep the journey interactive while also ensuring we never ventured anywhere that might expose us, or to areas that are no longer structurally sound.
9. Kyiv Urbex Adventure and History Tour
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4.9 based on 139 reviews
During exploration of the another side of Kiev with experienced guide you will go throw the tunnel system under streets, visit one of the forgotten cold war nuclear bunkers and climb on the rooftop of abandoned building to see panorama city view. This tour takes approximately 3 hours of your lifetime in active adventure.
Inclusions: You will be provided with:, torches, gloves, rubber high boots (from Soviet military protective wear set), transfer between objects are included
Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option not selected)
Reviewed By jassima154
We are really enjoyed with amazing underground tunnels and nuclear bunker with a great tour guide Slava
10. Kiev Lavra Monastery - All Included Private Tour!
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4.8 based on 5 reviews
In just 3 hours, you will visit Great Lavra Bell Tower, Dormition cathedral, Refectory chambers with Church of the Saints Anthony & Theodosius and Holy Caves. As well as Miniatures Museum, Holodomor Victims memorial and Park of Eternal Glory. Your personal and knowledgeable guide will introduce you to the world famous millennial monastery, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Attention! To enter the Caves, women must wear a headscarf and a skirt that extends below their knees.
Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Local, professional guide, Highly accurate and documented history facts
Exclusions: Transportation to/from hotel, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By vaidehiPalshikar
We absolutely loved the 5 hours tour with Eliza. We did not see the time go by as we walked the beautiful streets and discovered Kyiv and its glorious history. We recommend this tour to anyone who wants to get to know the city's past and contempory modern history along with a great insight into the varied architecture and life here!
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