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From the birthplace of Russian culture (Kiev) to the city that brought Russia its religious founding, Constantinople (now Istanbul), this extraordinary itinerary will explore the interrelationship of two of Europe’s great empires: the Ottomans and the Russians. You will explore where the Romanovs relaxed, in their summer playground on the Black Sea, Yalta, which is but a short distance from the last Crimean Khan’s palace in Bakhchisarai. Later, you will enter the city where it all started for Kievan Rus, Constantinople, followed by an unforgettable visit to the fairy chimneys of Cappadoccia.
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2 Nights in Kiev
2 Nights in Yalta
2 Nights in Istanbul
2 Nights in Cappadocia
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A private tour of St. Sophia’s Cathedral in Kiev - the oldest and best-preserved in the Russian Empire
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A privately-guided tour of the Museum of Western and Oriental Art in Kiev
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A wine tasting at the Imperial vineyards of Massandra, followed by a VIP tour of the famous wine cellars, one of the world’s great wine collections
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A day with the Tatars to discover the traditions of these fascinating people
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Private tour of Topkapi Palace – with the celebrated Alexander Sarcophagus, the facade of the Temple to Athena from Assos and the famous Harem
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Hot air ballooning in Cappadoccia –fairy chimneys drifting below you (optional and weather permitting)
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