Kiev the mother of European capitals is one of the oldest European capitals established by the Slavic tribes on the banks of the Dnieper river. Kiev is the political financial and cultural heart of Ukraine and one of the spiritual centres of Eastern Orthodoxy. Visit the Pechersk Lavra also known as the Kiev cave Monastery, a UNESCO world heritage site and experience the culture and new vibrancy of this former soviet capital. Kiev river cruising is a wonderful way to see Kiev historic and modern architectural achievements, Kiev cruising offers a convenient, informative and relaxing way to see Kiev and the rest of the Dnieper valley. Kiev cruise holidays are journeys through Kiev’s history and the starting off point for the rest of Ukraine.

Escorted tours of the Kiev Metro is a akin to stepping into a palace built for mass transportation, only rivaled by the Moscow metro in opulence. Kiev is also famous for its parks, it has been noted that you can walk across the city always being under the shade of a leaf oak tree.  Kiev is relatively new to international tourism and not many locals can speak English and the signage in the city is almost impossible the read, for this reason tour guides are essential to get around Kiev without any misadventures.

See:

• Maiden Nezalezhnosti Kiev:  this vast public square in the heart of Kiev overlooking many prominent Historical structures.
• St Sophia Cathedral Kiev:  Is an outstanding monument of Eastern Orthodox Architecture and one of the most popular attractions in Kiev.
• Museum of the Great Patriotic War:  This vast part open air museum in Kiev is a monument to the people of Kiev for the sacrifice’s they endured during World War Two; this is a fantastic example of Soviet architecture.
• Pechersk Lavra: Known as the Kievan  Monastery of Caves, since its establishment in 1015, the monastery has been the centre of Eastern Orthodoxy in Kiev and Ukraine. Pechersk has been named one of Ukraine’s seven wonders and is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Experience:

• Kiev Metro: Enjoy a ride on the Kiev Metro, with its beautifully decorated stations and it’s a convenient and inexpensive way to get around Kiev.