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People’s Friendship Arch Tours

The People’s Friendship Arch was constructed in 1982 and was originally intended as a symbol of unification between Ukraine and her Soviet overlords as well as the 60th anniversary of the founding of the USSR. Constructed of titanium and spanning 50 m (164 ft), it stands on a viewing deck with panoramas over the River Dnieper and was the work of architect I N Ivanov. Describing an arc – which is illuminated in the colors of the rainbow by night – across the skyline, the monument arches over a Socialist-Realism bronze sculpture by sculptor Aleksandr Skoblikov of Russian and Ukrainian workers holding up a unifying flag and a granite frieze detailing Ukrainian Cossacks pledging allegiance to the Russian Tsar in 1654, when the two countries first united. Ironically the uneasy accord between the two countries ended less than a decade after the monument was constructed with the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991. A small fairground and a few beer stalls are sometimes found at the foot of the monument.
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Khreschatyk. Free for all, 24 hours daily. Metro to Maidan Nezalezhnosti.
Address: Khreschatyk., Kiev, Kiev Oblast 01001, Ukraine
Hours: Daily
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Kyiv Combo: Private Sightseeing Tour and Visit of Kyiv Pechersk Lavra
If you want to see everything that Kiev has to offer but are limited on time, a 5-hour private tour is the way to go. Round trip private transportation takes you and your guide to all of the Ukrainian capital’s major attractions, including the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Kiev Pechersk Lavra. While the tour is comprehensive, you set the pace and can customize the itinerary to suit your interests.
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US$ 108.01
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US$ 108.01
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Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
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Kiev Private 6-Hour Tour - Best Sights
Discover the top attractions of Kiev at your own pace on a private 6-hour walking tour. The well-rounded itinerary takes you to the Golden Gate, St. Andrew's Church, Khreschatyk Street, and more. You also get time to explore the vibrant Podil neighborhood, which many other tours miss. Midway through your adventure, have a traditional Ukrainian lunch at a local eatery. All the while, enjoy the undivided attention of your personal guide.
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US$ 91.33
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Private Kyiv City Tour by Car with Local Guide
Discover top city attractions in the Ukraine capital with ease on this private 3-hour Kiev city tour. Hop into your private vehicle at your Kiev hotel and travel through the city streets with a guide. Admire famous statues including the Founders of Kyiv Monument and the monument to St Andrew the Apostle. Take in popular landmarks such as Askold’s Grave, the Golden Gates, the National Opera of Ukraine and UNESCO–listed St Sofia Cathedral. Explore bustling Kreschatik Street and Maidan Nezalezhnosti, and admire fine views over the surging Dnieper River.
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US$ 61.95
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Kiev Best Sights Private Half-Day Tour
Make the most of your limited vacation time and discover the top sights of Kiev in just three hours on a private sightseeing tour. Pick a start time that works for you then follow your dynamic guide to the Ukrainian capital’s highlights. Visit the National Opera House, Independence Square, and more. The tour also takes you to the UNESCO listed St. Sophia’s Cathedral.
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Top 15 places in Kyiv
This is a great possibility for your group of travelers to take an advantage of private Kyiv trip by car or minivan around major attractions, venues and vibrant city districts. You can plunge into the modern lifestyle of this huge capital, admiring the grandeur of historical Slavic metropolis. Kyiv has a range of bustling streets, skyscrapers, specks of antiquity, lively modern structures, and certainly, unique cuisine recipes. And of course, there's unique charm and essence all around. Together we can explore and lift the veil of everyday Kyiv pastime along with its hidden paths.
The vast majority of visitors arrive to Boryspil International Airport. It is situated about 28 km east of Kyiv. So meeting at the airport is possible by request.
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Private driving tour around the must-see places in Kyiv
Compact, lively, energetic, agile and essential tour to the city's main venues.
With a local insider by your side you won't miss any of the must-see spots in Kyiv. This private driving and walking tour offers a quick yet thorough glimpse of the city.
Get answers to all your questions—ideal for a solo traveler or individual group.
Do not forget that from the beginning of our acquaintance to the end of your journey, everything is for you in the best and unique way!
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Kyiv in One Day: Private Tailor-Made Sightseeing Tour
Experience Kiev your way on a 100% customizable private day tour. Beginning with pickup at your desired time and place, where you go depends on your interests. Choose from a long list of attractions, including the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Kiev Pechersk Lavra, and your private guide will create a custom itinerary. The duration of the tour can range from four to 10 hours, depending on your time restrictions.
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1- or 3-Hour Private Kyiv Guided Bike Tour
See a different side to Kiev with a 1- or 3-hour private bike tour of the city’s riverside parks. Cycle around Mariyinsky Park, admire views along the Dnieper River, and cross over to Trukhaniv Island, passing landmarks such as Mariyinsky Palace, the People’s Friendship Arch, and Devil Bridge.
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Private Panoramic Helicopter Kyiv Guided Tour
Enjoy breathtaking aerial views of Kyiv during a fascinating helicopter guided tour. Don’t miss you chance to spend your time in Kyiv in an unusual and pleasant way – private helicopter tour is a unique experience you will always remember!
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Kiev Full Tour - History and Architecture in 5 hours
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Panoramic Kyiv by Night Driving Tour with Private Guide
Experience Kiev in the moonlight on a two-hour private sightseeing tour. Beginning with hotel pickup, your private guide will take you to see the city’s major attractions illuminated in all their splendor. Drive past the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Kiev Pechersk Lavra and more. Then, enjoy a nighttime stroll around the city center while your guide narrates.
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US$ 43.36
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US$ 43.36
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Customized Full-Day Tour of Kiev by Luxury Vehicle
See all of Kiev on a private, chauffeured tour; make sure you get to all the sights if you have a limited time in the city. On this full day excursion, you visit the city’s main attractions, and enjoy Ukraine’s national cuisine at one of Kiev’s finest restaurants. Customize the tour to your must-see locations and enjoy personalized service. Enjoy round trip transportation from your accommodation in a private vehicle.
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All Kyiv in 3 hours tour
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Luxury Private Sightseeing Tour In Kiev By Minivan
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Our professional driver and guide will make sure that your tour goes smoothly without no rush, go at your own pace. We are sure that you will enjoy your trip with us and as a good bonus, you will learn a lot about our ancient city.
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US$ 225.65
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US$ 225.65
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Social distancing enforced throughout experience

Soviet History and Architecture of Kyiv Private Driving Tour
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US$ 63.54
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US$ 63.54
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Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized

Grand tour of Kyiv for private group
This is a great possibility for your group of travelers to take a private Kyiv trip by minivan or bus around major attractions, venues and vibrant city districts. You can plunge into the modern lifestyle of this huge capital, admiring the grandeur of historical Slavic metropolis. Kyiv has a range of bustling streets, skyscrapers, specks of antiquity, lively modern structures, and certainly, unique cuisine recipes. And of course, there's unique charm and essence all around. Together we can explore and lift the veil of everyday Kyiv pastime along with its hidden paths.
The vast majority of visitors arrive to Boryspil International Airport. It is situated about 28 km east of Kyiv. So meeting at the airport is possible if required.
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US$ 64.62
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US$ 64.62
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Soviet Kiev Tour With Natalia
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The best sights of Kiev in 3 hours. Private tour by car
Our private city tour is the best way for you to get acquainted with our ancient wise and at the same time young and modern city Kyiv. You will explore such beautiful and breathtaking sights as Kyiv Pechersk Lavra and Saint Sofia, visit the most ancient hill among 33 hills in Kyiv where Kyiv arose in the 5th century, take pictures of the highest statue of soviet times The Motherland. You will visit all the main interesting sights and hear a lot of useful information about the capital of Ukraine from your local guide.
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US$ 87.18
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US$ 87.18
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Face masks required for guides in public areas
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Back to USSR (in Spanish)
Explore Ukrainian history from the revolution through the fall of the Soviet Union during this 2-hour guided walk through the streets of Kiev.
Hear about the rise of the Communist party as you follow the steps of the uprising.
During this tour we will see
the Arch of International Friendship;
National Bank of Ukraine;
Cabinet of Ministers;
Dynamo Football stadium;
Ukrainian Parliament;
Mariinskiy palace
and a lot of other interesting buildings :)
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Open Kyiv in 6 Hours - History & Modern Life
It is a private customised walking city tour, flexible regarding the route and time and place for lunch and coffee brakes according to our guests preferences
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US$ 82.60
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US$ 82.60
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Private Sightseeing Tour In Kiev By Car
This tour offers you a brilliant opportunity to experience old and majestic city Kyiv. Our beautiful capital is packed with must-see sights like Kyiv Pechersk Lavra and Saint Sofia. Visit the most ancient hill among 33 hills in Kyiv where Kyiv arose in the 5th century, take pictures of the highest statue of soviet times The Motherland.
Our professional driver and guide will make sure that your tour goes smoothly without no rush, go at your own pace. We are sure that you will enjoy your trip with us and as a good bonus, you will learn a lot about our ancient city.
By the end of your tour, you will be offered a small taste of our country. The guide will serve you with our national alcoholic drink "Horilka" and with our local delicacy "Salo".
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US$ 99.49
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US$ 99.49
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Social distancing enforced throughout experience

One Day Tour
Just in one day this tour will make you feel like you've been actually living in Kiev!
We will make sure you don't miss any of the main attractions of the city and go through the full spectrum of Kiev experience!
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US$ 71.80
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US$ 71.80

The most comprehensive 3-4 days package tour around Kyiv
Very rich, intense and all-encompassing tour program! Not a moment is wasted.
Airport transfers are included.
Experience the true atmosphere of the capital of Ukraine.This tour program can also be covered for 4 days. We make absolutely personalized tours. Please write us your wishes and preferences and we will make a customized and unique tour just for you and your group. The tours will include a break for a lunch in amazingly affordable Ukrainian cuisine restaurant.
If you need to arrange accommodation, we will also be happy to help.
The price is per day when booking a package tour.
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US$ 92.77
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US$ 92.77
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Dnipro River Panoramic Boat Cruise and Podil Walking Tour
Spend a wonderful time in Kyiv combining a joyful one hour Dnipro River boat ride with a comprehensive walking tour of Podil district. During the walking part of the tour, discover such popular travel attractions as Kyiv Funicular, Kontraktova Square with a Ferris Wheel, Andriivsky Descent and Kyiv Mohyla Academy. Podil neighborhood is a harmonious blend of rich history and modern vibe. It’s a favorite place of citizens of Kyiv and its guests.
After a cheerful walking tour, return to Poshtova Square and board a panoramic cruise boat for a one-hour river ride. Sailing along the Dnipro River, discover iconic waterfront sights of the city, including the Arch of Friendship, Kyiv Pechersk Lavra and Mother Motherland Statue. Your will pass by Trukhaniv Island and Hydropark and glide under Pedestrian and Metro Bridges. Moreover, your guide will tell you many interesting facts about the city. Finish the tour, once the boat returns to the River Station.
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US$ 61.95
Price varies by group size
From
US$ 61.95
Price varies by group size
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
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