East European Discovery Southbound - Belarus, Ukraine, Moldova and Romania

East European Discovery Southbound - Belarus, Ukraine, Moldova and Romania
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Uncover the secret of one of the least visited countries in Europe and face the truth about communism’s inheritance in East Europe - this trip is a chance to make it all at once. Four East European countries: Romania, Moldova, Ukraine and Belarus, invite you to an adventure through past and present.
Romania, with its nature, preserved medieval castles, ancient churches and vivid culture is one of the most interesting countries in Europe. The beauty of the Carpathian mountains and the ancient Dracula’s castle in Transylvania are widely known, but the country has much more to show.

Moldova is the least visited European country with less than 12 000 visitors per year. Become one of the few travellers stepping intoTransnistria - a breakaway republic in eastern Moldova, where Soviet values are still upheld and people fight for independence. Moldova offers also unspoiled nature and great wine for every taste.
Ukraine is Europe’s second biggest country, after Russia. See the palace where Lev Tolstoy once lived and the square, where Ukrainians were fighting for independence after the end of the Cold War.

Belarus is still undiscovered destination for many travelers. The capital city Minsk is an example of the monumental Stalinist architecture, but the countryside offers different views. We will visit two of the most famous castles - Mir and Nesvizh, know for their beauty and history.

Highlights:
♦ Dracula’s castle - the best known castle in Transylvania and one of the most popular attractions in Europe
♦ Peles Castle - an exquisite piece of architecture, served once as Romanian Royal family’s residence
♦ The Black Church – the biggest church between Istanbul and Vienna
Milestii Mici - the largest wine "underground city" in Europe, which takes place in Guinness World Records
♦ Lviv’s historic center
♦ Pripyat - the ghost town where Chernobyl nuclear disaster happened back in 1986
Kiev-Pecherska Lavra – known as the Kiev Monastery of the Caves, inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
♦ Maidan – Kiev’s Independence Square
♦ Nesvizh Palace – Considers as one of the most beautiful castles in Eastern Euroe. listed by UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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Price Includes:
14 nights in standard hotels 2** and 3***
rooms with private facilities and breakfast
wine tasting on day 10
all transport in AC coach
train ticket Lviv - Kiev
Penguin tour leader
local English speaking guides in Moldova/Ukraine/Belarus,

Not Included:
Single room supplement 280 EUR
entrance fees
tips
personal expenses
meals except breakfast
one-day trip to Chernobyl (approx. 120 EUR)
optional catacomb tour in Odessa (approx. 15 Euros)
flight ticket Minsk-Lviv (approx. 120 EUR)

Additional Services:
Optional one-day trip to Chernobyl (approx. 120 EUR)
Optional catacomb tour in Odessa (approx. 15 Euros)
flight ticket Minsk-Lviv (approx. 120 EUR)


East European Discovery Southbound - Belarus, Ukraine, Moldova and Romania (Rated 4.78 / 5 Based on 416 Reviews.)
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