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Europe
Ukraine
Crimea Excursions
Sevastopol
Hidden military history of Soviet period is now available for you to explore on this adventurous 6-hour bus tour consisted of three parts: Balaclava Tour including visitng of Naval Museum complex “Balaclava”, Top-Secret Submarine Base, tour to 35th Coastal Battery, and a walking tour to the centre of Sevastopol.
Tour details:
Escorted by your local guide (a place of the departure
can be either a hotel or Nakhimov square or it can be tailored according to your
request) you will head to Balaclava where a former nuclear submarine base of the
Soviet times was located. The tour details the history of the base turned into
the Naval Museum complex “Balaklava”;
you will learn the most interesting facts about operating of the base and its
functions. Your guide will tell you how safe such underground base would have
been in a case of an atomic stroke.
Trip to Balaclava includes visiting the top secret submarine plant located
inside of mount with two secret underground water tunnels leading to the
bay of Balaclava, exposition of the Sheremetyev’s Museum “The Crimean War
15853-1856”, and visiting Genoese Fortress – the emblem of Balaclava. You will
take a stroll along seafront of Balaclava with a photo stop on the background of
the most picturesque views of the harbor.
The bus will take you to the 35th coastal battery in Kazachya Bay. It is famed for being the last pocket of resistance of Soviet troops in Sevastopol during the WWII; the battery is a unique coastal fortification of the first half of XX century. Hidden 6 meters under the ground, the battery narrates its tragic and heroic story of the WWII.
The last part of the tour will lead you
back to the center of Sevastopol. You will get acquainted with some of the most
notable historical monuments of the city.
NB: This tour
involves a considerable amount of walking, so comfortable shoes and some
drinking water is advisable. Visiting underground submarine plant requires
warm clothes, the temperature here is not higher than 15 C degrees.
Balaclava Tour Highlights: Balaclava City tour - Naval Museum complex Balaklava - Soviet Top Secret Submarine Base - visiting of Sheremetiyev's museum in the naval museum complex Balaclava
Tour to 35th Battery Highlights: Kazachya Bay - Museum Complex of 35th Coastal Battery – Underground hospital and operating rooms - Crew and command rooms – Underground corridors - Firing post – Powder magazine - Emergency exits
Tour to the centre of Sevastopol - City Highlights: The Monument to Russian Empress Catherine II, a foundress of Sevastopol - The Monument to Scuttled Ships (the symbol of Sevastopol) - The Monument to Admiral Nakhimov (the hero of the Crimean War) - The Monument to Kazarsky (the first monument in Sevastopol) - The Memorial to Heroic Defense of Sevastopol in 1941-1942
This guided bus tour is carried out in the language of your choice by a professional local guide. The tour consists of 3 parts. The first part of the tour is a tour to Malakhov hill. Then you head to Sapun hill to visit Diorama museum. The third part is a tour to Balaclava where you visit Sheremetiyev's museum. Exposition of the museum is located in the former submarine base - naval museum complex Balaclava.
Tour to Malakhov Hill
On the Malakhov tour you will learn details about the
Crimean war and the Bastion of Malakhov. The tour also narrates events of the
WWII and defense of Sevastopol in 1941-1942.
Malakhov Hill highlights:
White Defensive Tower of Malakhov and Genuine Cannons of the Crimean War -
Monument to Admiral Kornilov - Alley of Friendship - Artillery guns of WWII of
Matukhin’s Battery – Monument to the soldiers of 8th Air Force
- Common grave of Russian and French soldiers.
Tour to Sapun Hill
From the observation viewpoint of Sapun Hill you will
admire the panorama of peaceful Balaklava’s valley after the Crimean War known
as the Valley of Death. You will get acqauinted with former dispositions of
British and Russian troops in the Battle of Balaclava and learn about the Charge
of the Light Brigade that took place here in 1854.
Sapun Battlefield tour
includes visiting the Memorial Park of Sapun Hill. Your guide will tell you
about the siege and liberation of Sevastopol in WWII. You will take photos next
to the Soviet tanks, artillery guns, and military equipment of the WWII.
Sapun hill highlights: Monument to 51 Army –
Exposition of Naval and Overland Weaponry – Observation Desk of Sapun Hill -
Diorama Museum – Tanks and Armours of WWII - Obelisk of Glory with Eternal Flame
– Orthodox Chapel.
Tour to Balaclava
Take a walk on the promenade of Balaclava and hear the
story of this ancient beautiful town. With plenty of photo opportunities, this
comprehensive guided tour is perfect for nature and adventure lovers. The tour
includes visiting Sheremetiyev's museum located in the premises of Soviet Top
Secret Submarine Plant .
Balaclava Tour highlights:
Promenade of Balaclava - Ruins of Genoese Fortress of XIV
century (uphill) – Sheremetiyev's museum and Soviet Top Secret Submarine Base.
A great introduction to the history of Sevastopol, the tour highlights the most popular attractions of the Crimean War period and consists of 3 parts: a tour to Historical Boulevard and visiting world-famous Panorama Museum of Sevastopol 1854-1855; a tour to Malakhov Hill and a walking tour to the centre of Sevastopol.
Historical Boulevard and Panorama Museum.
On the tour you visit a place where 4th bastion was located
during the Crimean War. Our professional guide narrates the main events and
consequences of the war. You will get acquainted with military tactics of
Russians including underground mine war, artillery techniques, defensive
construction details. You will see the genuine cannons of the Crimean War,
cannon yards and monuments located within the territory of the former 4th
bastion. The most exciting part of the tour is visiting the famous
battle-art masterpiece of the Panorama Museum, a 360-degree 3-dimension
picture of the battle of Malakhov which took place in Sevastopol on June 18,
1855.
Your tour is continued on Malakhv Hill. You'll explore the bastion of Malakhov,
one of the most important Russian fortifications of the Crimean war.
The walking tour covers every major site there. Highlights on this tour include
the White Defensive Tower of Malakhov (without visiting the museum), the
Monument to Admiral Kornilov, cannons of the Crimean war, Memorial Slab on the
spot of Nakhimov's fatal injury, the Monument on the Common Grave to
French and Russian Warriors.
The last part of the tour will lead you back to the
centre of Sevastopol. You will get acquainted with some of the most notable
historical monuments of the city. With plenty of photo stops and nice view
points this tour is comprehensive but not strenuous. The tour can be tailored
according to your request and the weather conditions.
Historic Boulevard & Panorama Tour highlights:
Monument to Eduard Totleben - Monument to Yason’s
Redoubt - Panorama Museum of Sevastopol Defense 1854-1855 - Breastworks of the
Former 4th Bastion - Cannon yards with genuine ship cannons of the
Crimean War - Memorial Slab to L.Tolstoy - Monument to Defenders of the 4th
bastion.
Tour to Malakhov Hill highlights: White Defensive Tower of Malakhov - Monument to Admiral Kornilov - Genuine Cannons of the Crimean War - Alley of Friendship - Artillery guns of WWII of Matukhin’s Battery – Monument to the soldiers of 8th Air Force - Common grave of Russian and French soldiers.
Tour to the Centre of Sevastopol highlights: The Monument to Scuttled Ships (the symbol of Sevastopol) - The Monument to Admiral Nakhimov (the hero of the Crimean War) - The Monument to Kazarsky (the first monument in Sevastopol) - The Memorial to Heroic Defense of Sevastopol in 1941-1942.
Perfect for first-time visitors, Chersonesus and Motor Boat Tour will give you a comprehensive overview of the famous Sevastopol landmarks. The tour consists of three parts. The first part is a walking tour to Chersonesus National Preserve. The second part is a walking tour in the central part of Sevastopol. The tour ends with a short Motor Boat Tour along the Harbor of Sevastopol.
Discover UNESCO world heritage listed Chersonesus on this informative tour. Local guide will meet you at the hotel or on Nakhimov square (a place of the departure can be tailored according to your request). The bus will take you to Chersonesus National Preserve, an ancient Greek colony in the Crimea and one of the largest archeological excavation spots on the Black Sea.
You will explore fascinating ruins of Chersonesus, a former
mighty democratic city-state. One of the symbols of Ukraine, today it is turned
into Ukrainian National Preserve. Visit the beautiful St. Vladimir’s Cathedral
built in 19th century close to the baptizing spot of Prince Vladimir
the Great. Take pictures next to the fabulous Foggy Bell, a famous war booty,
and listen to its story. Tour also includes visiting of a unique Greek
amphitheatre with 1,500 seat arena, ruins of temples, a citadel with defensive
walls, necropolis, a mint of Chersonesus, buildings and streets of the ancient
city. Don’t miss the chance to buy a souvenir in Chersonesus! They offer a wide
selection of pottery, nicely painted in Greek style.
The second part of the tour will lead you back to the centre of Sevastopol. You
will get acquainted with some of the most notable historical monuments of the
city.
The tour will end with a short refreshing Motor Boat Tour along the Harbor of Sevastopol. You will see panoramic views of the city and pass by naval ships and submarines of Russian Black Sea Fleet.
Chersonesus Tour highlights: St. Vladimir’s Cathedral - Museum of the Anchient History - Baptizing spot of Prince Vladimir the Great - Greek Amphitheatre - Buildings and streets of Chersonesus - Foggy bell - Citadel - Tower of Zenon
Centre of Sevastopol highlights: The Monument to Russian Empress Catherine II, a foundress of Sevastopol - The Monument to Scuttled Ships, the symbol of Sevastopol - The Monument to Admiral Nakhimov, the hero of the Crimean War - The Monument to Kazarsky, the first monument in Sevastopol - The Memorial to Heroic Defense of Sevastopol in 1941-1942
Motor Boat Tour highlights: Sevastopol Harbour - Southern Bay - Sevastopol Bays - Naval ships and submarines of Russia – View of Sevastopol Shipyards
Inkerman tour
will get you acquainted with the main attractions of this district of
Sevastopol. This new 5-hour bus tour consists of two parts. These are a
tour to Kalamita fortress and a
tour to Inkerman winery.
The first part of the tour is a walk to the uphill fortress Kalamita, medieval
outpost of Byzantium in the Crimea. On the tour you visit cave monastery of St.
Klement. The monastery which is operating nowadays has three cave churches and
there you have a chance to see relics and icons preserved in the caves.
The second part of the tour includes visiting Inkerman winery. You will hear details of wine production in Sevastopol and the history of Inkerman winery. In the end of this excursion you can join Inkerman wine tasting ceremony.
Highlights of Kalamita tour: plateau where Kalamita fortress is located – ruins of the ancient Kalamita – Cave Monastery of St. Klement
Highlights of the Inkerman winery tour: Inkerman winery – production narrative – narrative of the history and specialties of Inkerman wines – wine tasting ceremony.
Please note: The tour is available on the weekdays (Mon-Fri) and on Saturdays.
This guided walking tour is a detailed introduction to the history of the city foundation and Crimean War events. All tours are carried out in selected language by professional local guides. The tour consists of 3 parts. The beginning is a walking tour to Historical boulevard, the former 4th bastion during the Crimean war and visiting Pamorama museum. The second part is a city tour includes visiting the most popular sights of the downtown. The last part of the tour is visiting the museum of Russian Black sea Fleet.
The tour includes visiting the world-famous Panorama
Museum of Sevastopol Defense 1854-1855. The Panorama Museum was built as a show
house for the panoramic painting “Defense of Sevastopol 1854-1855”. Consisted of
a picturesque canvas and
an objective layout, a 360-degree panoramic painting reconstructs a three
dimension picture of the battle of Malakhov, which took place in Sevastopol on
June 18 (June 6), 1855.
On this tour you will learn the history of Panorama Museum and some details
about its creator, a battle-scene painter Franz Rubo.
Historical Boulevard Highlights: Monument to Eduard Totleben - Monument to Yason’s Redoubt - Panorama Museum of Sevastopol Defense 1854-1855 - Breastworks of the Former 4th Bastion - Cannon yards with genuine ship cannons of the Crimean War - Memorial Slab to L.Tolstoy - Monument to Defenders of the 4th bastion.
City tour highlights: Primorsky Boulevard - Monument to Scuttled ships - Monument to Kazarsky – Memorial to Sevastopol Defense of 1941 – 1942 - Monument to Nakhimov - Grafskaya Wharf (Count’s Landing Stage). St. Vladimir’s Cathedral (Burial Place of the Admirals) - Tower of Winds - Monument to Vladimir Lenin - Headquarters Building of Russian Black Sea Fleet.
Museum of Black Sea Fleet highlights: Foundation of Black Sea Fleet - Exposition devoted to Ist siege of Sevastopol - Exposition devoted to the wars between Russian and Ottoman empires – Exposition devoted to the beginning of XX century (before October Revolution) – Exposition devoted to post-revolution times – Expositions devoted to the II siege of Sevastopol – Exposition devoted to the liberation of Sevastopol in II WW – Exposition devoted to the post war period - exposition of naval weapon and armory (outdoor).
Walking Tour - Centre of Sevastopol- Navy Museum - Motor Boat Tour
This guided walking tour is a great introduction to the history of Sevastopol. The tour is carried out in the language of your choice by a professional local guide. The tour consists of 3 parts. The first part is a guided walking tour to downtown Sevastopol. Then you visit the Navy Museum of Russian Black Sea Fleet. The tour is ended with a short Motor Boat Tour along Sevastopol bays. The tour is a perfect pre-lunch activity and the best photo experience.
Tour details:
On the tour you see the most popular highlights of the centre of Sevastopol with its beautiful neo-classic architecture and outstanding views of the city and the sea. Learn the history of 227 year-old Sevastopol and visit the most popular attractions, dated back to XIX and XX centuries. In the Navy Museum you learn the history of Black Sea fleet of Russia and evidence the rich museum exposition devoted to the periods of its foundation, wars, and the most important events in its history. Finally you take a short motor-boat tour along Sevastopol harbour to see modern navy ships and submarines of Russia.
Central part of the city highlights: Primorsky Boulevard - Monument to Scuttled ships - Monument to Kazarsky – Memorial to Sevastopol Defense of 1941 – 1942 - Monument to Nakhimov - Grafskaya Wharf (Count’s Landing Stage). St. Vladimir’s Cathedral (Burial Place of the Admirals) - Tower of Winds - Monument to Vladimir Lenin - Headquarters Building of Russian Black Sea Fleet.
Museum of Black Sea Fleet highlights: Foundation of Black Sea Fleet - Exposition devoted to Ist siege of Sevastopol - Exposition devoted to the wars between Russian and Ottoman empires – Exposition devoted to the beginning of XX century (before October Revolution) – Exposition devoted to post-revolution times – Expositions devoted to the II siege of Sevastopol – Exposition devoted to the liberation of Sevastopol in II WW – Exposition devoted to the post war period - exposition of naval weapon and armory (outdoor).
Motor Boat Trip: - Artillery Bay - Sevastopol Harbour - Southern Bay - Sevastopol inlets - Naval ships and submarines of Russia – view of Sevastopol shipyards.
This walking tour consists of two
parts: the first part is
the city tour including
visiting museum of the Black Sea Fleet and the second is a tour to
Mikhailovskaya battery. The tour is carried out in the language of your choice
by a professional local guide. You will visit the main sights of the downtown
and your guide will tell you some interesting facts about history and present
life of Sevastopol.
Then, on a public ferry-boat you cross Sevastopol harbour to visit a new museum
of Sevastopol, Sheremetiyev's museum. Its exposition takes place in the building
of former Mikhailovskaya Battery. There are expositions devoted to the Crimean
war, foundation of Sevastopol, history of Russian Black Sea fleet, and Soviet
air forces (Sevastopol hosted first air force cadet school in the Soviet Union).
After visiting the museum you come back to the centre of Sevastopol.
Tour to the Centre of Sevastopol highlights: Primorsky Boulevard - The Monument to Scuttled Ships (the symbol of Sevastopol) - The Monument to Admiral Nakhimov (the hero of the Crimean War) - The Monument to Kazarsky (the first monument in Sevastopol) - The Memorial to Heroic Defense of Sevastopol in 1941-1942.
Tour to Mikhailovskaya battery highlights:
Expositions devoted to the fleet foundations - Crimean war expositions - Diorama
of the Battle of Balaclava- Armory and weapons - Military uniform - Expositions
devoted to the I and II World Wars - The museum has 30 exposition halls.
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