Duration: | 3 Day(s) - 2 Night(s) |
Tour Category: | Heritage Tours |
The history and cultural heritage of Lviv have always attracted the attention of tourists from all over the world. This city is the heart of Western Ukraine, the specific frontier between east and west, between orthodox and catholic religions. The city was invaded by many empires and nations which made a great influence on its culture, architecture, and language. Every ruler made a contribution to the city's composition and gave the city a special atmosphere and medieval romance.
Day 1: Arrival in Lviv in the Morning.
Pick up from the airport or train station and a half-day walking tour of the city.
During the tour, you will explore the historic center of our eclectic city. You will stroll down Lviv’s main avenues, squares, and narrow cobbled streets. The medieval atmosphere of Lviv will hark you back to the days when Lviv was at the forefront of regional events, and was once a wealthy trading center.
You will see the medieval Rynok Square with the City Hall and a set of ancient buildings, the oldest and most gorgeous churches and cathedrals in the Old Town. You will have a chance to learn about the Medieval defensive system of the city and peep into the Gunpowder Tower and Arsenal buildings.
In the evening we visit the Opera House if available.
Overnight stay at one of downtown 3* hotels.
Day 2: City Tour
We have breakfast at the hotel and depart from the city for sightseeing of three ancient castles in Olesko, Zolochiv, and Pidhirtsi villages, which date back to the 13 – 16th centuries.
After the tour, we arrived back in Lviv and spend one more night there.
Day 3: City Tour
After breakfast at the hotel, we have a full-day city tour including:
Shevchenkivskyy Hay – an open-air museum with a collection of huts of the 17-18th century from all regions of Ukraine.
Visiting Lychakiv cemetery - the main necropolis of local nobles, middle and upper classes.
Transfer to the airport or train station and departure from Lviv.
Included:
- Transfer from the airport/railway station;
- Accommodation and breakfasts in the hotel in Lviv;
- Excursions according to the program;
- Transportation services.
Not Included:
- Lunches and dinners;
- Entrance tickets to museums, parks, and castles.