fbpx
Great_ukraine_cover
Home > Destinations > Ukraine > Great Ukraine

Join us, and discover Ukraine!

Great Ukraine is a Cobblestone Freeway favorite!
Treat yourself to our most extensive tour that offers our travelers the opportunity to visit the most popular regions in Ukraine.
Ukraine is a country of great variety, a product of thousands of years of traditions and resilience. On this trip, you will see everything that this great nation has to offer, from the golden domes of Kyiv, the maritime charm of Odesa, to the quaint mountain villages of the Carpathian Mountains, the multicultural Chernivtsi and the cobblestone streets of beautiful Lviv. Ukraine’s diverse people will open their arms and their homes to you, if only to share a part of the culture they uphold. Join us on our Great Ukraine Tour to experience this vivid country, take in its authenticity and experience its rich traditions.

Trip Details

18 days/17 nights | Kyiv to Lviv

Tour Style: Signature

View Detailed Itinerary




Request Itinerary

Download Itinerary

Get In Touch

Watch our Great Ukraine Tour Webinar:
Register for a future tour webinar here.

Itinerary

Day
1-3
Your journey begins with your arrival to Kyiv- one of the most ancient cities of Europe​. The capital of Ukraine, and the former capital of the Kyivan Rus, this beautiful and historic city has played a key​ ​role in shaping​ the past, present and future of this country. Explore its Golden Domed churches, visit open air museums, ​meet locals, and get ​to know​ this unique, cosmopolitan city at the heart of Ukraine.
Day
4-7
Welcome to​ Odesa: ​the Pearl of the Black Sea. ​This blossoming, cosmopolitan city is a historic Black Sea port, that attracted immigrants from all over Europe as a promising place to find their fortune. These beginnings made​ Odesa into one of the most multicultural cities in Ukraine –you will feel its unique vibe as you wander its eclectic streets, stunning buildings, hear the ​legends​ of neighborhood​ criminals, and indulge in ​the local seafood and Shabo wine. ​We will show you every side of Odessa, from its most iconic places, to its secret hidden treasures.
Day
8-10
Chernivtsi is the capital and heart of the Bukovyna region. This multicultural city is an eccentric mix of traditional dance rhythms, rich food, and considered one of Ukraine’s most important educational and architectural sites. Some of the largest waves of Ukrainians emigrated to Canada in the late 19th-20th centuries from Bukovyna and Chernivtsi that some. Its stunning university is an ancient, magical collection of buildings, which has been marked a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and has the power to take you back in time as you step through its doors.
Day
11-14
Visit a traditional village deep in the Carpathian Mountains, and experience a lifestyle that has remained ​unchanged​ for centuries. Home to sweeping green forests, flowing rivers and ​breathtaking​ waterfalls –it’s hard not to feel at one with nature when ​you breathe the fresh mountain air. This is the land of the Hutsuls, Boykos, and Lemkos – meet the local villagers, dance the Arkan ​(traditional Hutsul dance)​ and ​​share​ traditional food ​​seated ​around one table. Enjoy the warm hospitality of these mountain people, and experience their simple way of life.
Day
15-18
Explore the ancient city of Lviv. Also known as the ‘Paris of Ukraine,’ many have fallen deeply in love with Lviv’s quaint charm, cobblestone streets and classic architecture - you will be charmed by this city of love. Take a walk on the cobblestone streets to find the best coffee and beer Ukraine has to offer. Hide away in small authentic cafés and visit the world’s only coffee mine. Lviv is a city of laid-back café culture, where you can pick a relaxing spot to enjoy the atmosphere of an era gone by.
map - Join us, and discover Ukraine!

Highlights

Golden domes: explore the beautiful capital of Ukraine – Kyiv
Traditional Zabava: dance and dine with the wonderful Rozhanytsia Folk Group
Black Sea: visit the stunning coastal city of Odesa
Wine Tasting: enjoy a winery tour and wine tasting at Shabo near Odesa
Magical Buildings: marvel at the stunning University of Chernivtsi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Folk songs: hear the wonderful Gerdan Ensemble perform in Chernivtsi.
Time Travel: admire the Kamyanets-Podilskyi and Khotyn fortresses
Village visit: meet locals in the authentic Ukrainian village of Tulova
Hutsul home: attend a Cobblestone Freeway exclusive – a traditional dinner in the home of a Hutsul Family in a Carpathian village
Traditional arts: learn how to make traditional “lizhnyky” - woolen blankets in the village of Yavoriv
Quaint streets: explore the charming and beautiful city of Lviv
Cobblestone Exclusives: attend private concerts, cultural events, and workshops exclusively for Cobblestone freeway travellers.

Our Signature Tours Include:

5 Star Transportation
Hand Selected Class Hotels
Two Meals per Day
All Entrance Fees

The Cobblestone Experience always includes:

Small Groups

16 people maximum. Sometimes fewer, but there’s never more. This allows for more intimate experiences and flexibility while on tour.

Village Visits

Learn about a country from its people. We get away from tourist traps and into the places where authentic life takes place.

Folk Performances

The best local folk performers playing for you. We ensure you have an intimate experience with local artists so you can live the culture.

Artisan Demonstrations

Participate or sit back and soak it up: learn traditions from the people who keep them alive.

Traditional Cuisine

Food is a central part of our journey, so we carefully choose each restaurant to ensure you get a variety of delicious local eats and great service.

Pacing

Time to breathe, digest and soak up the atmosphere. Ample opportunity to experience a place before moving to our next adventure.

Bespoke Tours

Choose this Sample Itinerary and book it now, or design this tours to suit you!

Your tour – your way! Let us customize this tour for you. Contact us to get started.

Get In Touch

Cobblestone Travellers Say:

We experienced this amazing country in a way that far surpassed our expectations. There is no way 
we could have seen and done as much on our own in such a short time. This trip has changed our lives and inspired our children.


Kim Matiushyk, Camrose

More Cobblestone Adventures

Easter in Ukraine

Easter in Ukraine

BESPOKE TOUR

Have you ever wondered how they celebrate a traditional Easter in Ukraine? Well now you can see for yourself! Join one of Cobblestone Freeway's favouri....

See The Tour

Western Ukraine

Western Ukraine

BESPOKE TOUR

Western Ukraine is home to some of the most beautiful places in Ukraine, and also some of the most historic. We will take you on a journey back in time, through ce....

See The Tour

Central Ukraine

Central Ukraine

BESPOKE TOUR

Ukraine is a country of great variety, and the product of thousands of years of traditions and resilience. This journey takes you right through the heart of Ukraine. You will ....

See The Tour

Get Inspiration Delivered

Get exclusive access to first hand news, travel tips, special offers and so much more!
Email address
First Name
Last Name
Secure and Spam free...

Get Inspiration Delivered

Get exclusive access to first hand news, travel tips, special offers and so much more!
Email address
First Name
Last Name