Ukraine · Religious & Spiritual

2-Hour Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra Tour with Holy Caves and Bell Tower

2 Hours Round trip from Lavrska St Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the ancient Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra, one of Ukraine's holiest Orthodox sites
02 Climb the Great Lavra Bell Tower for sweeping views of the Dnipro River
03 Visit the Assumption Cathedral, built about 1000 years ago
04 Descend into the mysterious Holy Caves with burial caskets and underground chapels

Step into the ancient world of one of Ukraine's holiest Orthodox church complexes on this tour of Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra. Feel the spiritual atmosphere as you explore its historic churches, climb the Great Lavra Bell Tower for sweeping views of the Dnipro River, and descend into the mysterious Holy Caves. This short experience offers a memorable introduction to one of Kyiv's most sacred landmarks.

Continue to the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra Caves, filled with burial caskets and underground chapels.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Dnipropetrovsk, Kiev

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra, Assumption Cathedral and Holy Caves

Meet your tour guide at the agreed-upon location and begin the tour.
Visit the Assumption Cathedral of Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra, the most ancient and holiest place in Ukraine, built about 1000 years ago.
Enjoy great views of the Dnipro River as you climb the Great Lavra Bell Tower, part of the ancient monastery.
Continue to the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra Caves, filled with burial caskets and underground chapels.