From Kiev to the Crimea

Discover the cities of the Ukraine abroad MS Viking Lavrinenkov *** plus on a journey from Kiev to the Black Sea

Our voyage can truly be described as a journey through history. Beginning in the city of Kiev, we then navigate the mighty Dnieper River - the third longest river in Europe - as we make our way to the delta of the river and enter the Black Sea. Our ports of call include Odessa, founded by Catherine the Great, the Crimean port of Sevastopol, closed to the west until recent times, and the Crimean resort of Yalta.

The ancient city of Kiev is renowned for its architectural heritage including the Pecherskaya, the oldest monastery in the Ukraine.

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In the Panorama Museum of Sevastopol the siege of the city in the Crimean War comes vividly to life in the painted murals which line the walls of this circular building. One of the most famous features of Odessa is the Potemkin Steps which rise to a height of almost 500 feet from the sea to the upper town. Visit the promenade or the acoustically perfect Opera House.

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Itinerary
DAY 1	Depart from London Heathrow to Kiev and transfer to M.S. Viking Lavrinenkov. Kiev is one of the oldest cities in Europe and from the ninth century onwards it was the centre of trade on the Dnieper River route from Scandinavia to the Black Sea and on to Constantinople.
DAY 2	The old section of Kiev retains many of its most historical buildings and monuments including the domed St. Sophia Cathedral. This morning there will be a sightseeing tour of Kiev by coach and on foot. After lunch there will be a visit to the Monastery of the Caves which is actually a complex of domed churches and museums surrounded by 17th century houses. The ship departs Kiev at 18.00hrs.
DAY 3	Today is spent cruising along the Dneiper River with its gently rolling hills dotted with forest groves, villages, wide lakes and reservoirs
DAY 4	The ship arrives in Dnepropetrovsk early this morning. The old fortress settlement of Dneproptrovsk is today one of Ukraine's most important commercial cities. The History Museum, housed in a beautiful old building, showcases the fascinating history of this country. The ship departs at 15.00hrs.
DAY 5	Arrive in Nova Kachovka, home to the 18th century Korsun Monastery, this afternoon. This small town offers a wonderful riverside promenade. Enjoy a walking tour and a folklore performance in the Palace of Culture before the ship sails this afternoon at 16.00hrs.
DAY 6	This morning the ship reaches Odessa, gateway to the Black Sea's seaside resorts and known as the Pearl of the Black Sea. There will be a walking and coach tour of the city today revealing the panoramic views and historic buildings including the Opera House. The ship departs at 22.00hrs.
DAY 7	The ship arrives in Sevastopol at 14.00hrs. where there will be a city tour. The ship remains moored in Sevastopol overnight.
DAY 8	The harbour city of Sevastopol is a treasure trove of architectural gems including the Byzantine St. Vladimir Cathedral set high on a hill above the city. This morning there will be a Bachtischisarai excursion including a visit to the Khan Palace built in 1519 which is a fantastic example of Tartar-Muslim architecture. The ship departs at 18.00hrs. and arrives in Yalta at midnight.
DAY 9	This morning there will be a city tour of Yalta including a visit to the White Palace. The ship is moored in Yalta overnight.
DAY 10	You have an opportunity to discover Yalta today as the ship does not depart until 18.00hrs.
DAY 11	Arrive in Kherson at 15.00hrs. from where there will be an excursion to Fisherman's Island. Board small boats to discover the beautiful landscape of the Dnieper Delta as you sail through the narrow canals to picturesque Fisherman's Island. Depart Kherson 18.00hrs.
DAY 12	The ancestral home of the legendary Cossacks, Saporoshje, is our next port of call where arrival will be after breakfast. There will be a city tour and hydroelectric plant visit this morning. This afternoon there will be a Cossack show before the ship departs at 17.00hrs.
DAY 13	A day of scenic cruising along the river affords time to reflect on the beauty and heritage of the Ukraine.
DAY 14	The ship arrives in Kiev at 10.00hrs. There will be an excursion to Pirogovo Village today which is an open-air museum featuring more than 200 wooden buildings brought from all over the Ukraine. The buildings range from churches and windmills to typical thatched peasant cottages, taverns and farmhouses
DAY 15	Disembark the ship this morning and transfer to Kiev Airport for the return flight to London Heathrow.