Top 5 cruises from Kyiv (Kiev) to the Black Sea port of Odessa. Best Prices for 2020-21

Each of our Ukrainian cruises is a sail through magical Slavic hinterlands!
From $1,700

Ukraine is one of the largest and the most vibrant European countries. Cruising downstream the Dnieper River from Ukrainian capital Kyiv (Kiev) to the Black Sea gives great opportunities for exploring ancient and legendary trade routes of this fine country. The Dnieper River is the fourth largest river in Europe and is the main waterway of Ukraine. Ports of call are large cities and small traditional villages, all rich in culture and history. Ukrainian Black Sea Port, the fabulous city of Odessa is often called the Black Sea Pearl. The fighting and riding skills of the Cossacks on Khortitsa Island, the magnificent Monastery of the Caves in Kyiv, and ballet in Odessa are just a few highlights of these voyages. The Danube Delta is one of the most incredible highlights of our Ukrainian cruises because of its unique wildlife and stunning nature. Our experience and horizons will be also widened when visiting the village of Vilkovo that really is the ‘Ukrainian Venice’ at the Danube Delta. Learn about the great history and great people, whose wisdom, goodness, and hospitality have already become a legend!

● Our Ukrainian River Cruise ship is certified to cruise the Black Sea on the way to the Danube Delta and the Village of Vilkovo

Cruises 2021

Sightseeing

Kaniv

Kaniv is a historical town that was founded in the 11th century by the Kievan Prince Yaroslav the Wise. Picturesque and ancient, Kaniv was once one of the Kievan Rus’ largest cities. At that time, it was an outpost used for diplomatic meetings between Ruthenian (Roxolanian or Old Russian) princes and ambassadors of militant tribes. Later, in the 18th century, it became a popular destination for elderly Cossacks, who wanted to live out their days on the banks of the great Dnieper River, and on the Chernecha Mountain, where, according to a legend, a monastery stood in the past. This mountain remains one of Kaniv's most important places, attracting thousands of tourists to the city. Today it is most famous as the burial place of the celebrated Ukrainian poet and painter Taras Shevchenko. This great man is considered a founder of modern Ukrainian literature. The impressive memorial complex dedicated to Taras Shevchenko has been constructed at his burial place - the poet’s museum, overlooking the Dnieper River, is also a part of it. Over time Kanev once was a part of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania; a part of Poland. It belonged to the Russian Empire and it was a Soviet city. Kaniv has seen the Ottoman Turks and the Mongols… The modern Kaniv is also one of the main Ukrainian inland river ports on the Dnieper.

Kyiv (Kiev)

Kyiv. The capital of Ukraine has more than 1.500 years of history – since the year 482. In Ukrainian its name is pronounced as 'Kyiv', that is said to derive from the name of Kyi, one of the four legendary founders of the city (brothers Kyi, Shchek, Khoryv, and sister Lybid). A charming city with splendid architecture, ancient golden domed cathedrals and numerous parks on both sides of the mighty Dnieper River, Kyiv is a tourist delight and is one of the most beautiful cities of Europe. It is situated on the picturesque banks of the Dnieper River. Kyiv is a very green city – one half of Kyiv's territory is occupied by parks and gardens. One of the biggest cities of Europe, it has a population of 3.14 million and occupies an area of more than 840 square kilometers / 324.33 square miles. Kyiv was the largest town in the 11th century Europe: fifty times the size of London, ten times the size of Paris. It reached the height of its prominence under the rule of the famous Prince Yaroslav the Wise, who had family connections to the royal houses of France, Norway, Hungary, and Poland. Kyiv's unofficial logo is chestnut. Some say that May is the most beautiful month in Kyiv when chestnuts bloom. But no matter which season the atmosphere there is always vibrant, making the city inviting.