Guide #5845
Hello and welcome! Travelling has always been my passion and, having spent the better part of my life acting out as a translator, I embarked on what has always been my hobby - the eco-friendly and off-the-beaten-track tourism - few years ago. Faculty of foreign languages of Kiev State University I can take you around the most interesting sights of the city of Kiev – such as St. Sophia’s Cathedral and Monastery of the caves, but I won't be able to guide you inside the museums requiring an official guide license.
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23 reviews
I had the privilege of spending time in Kyiv with Iurii as my guide, and I can say without hesitation that it was one of the most profound experiences of my life. As a historian whose academic work focuses on the Soviet Union, I arrived in Ukraine with years of reading, research, and study behind me. What I quickly learned is that books can only take you so far. History...
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June 2026Deeply appreciate your response, Rafael! I will be looking forward to seeing you again some day...
Fantastic tour of Kyiv. Yuri was a great guide. Very knowledgeable. He tried to squeeze as much as possible into the day. We walked all over the city hitting all the sites. I highly recommend.
Replied from the guide, Iurii K.
June 2025Thank you, Will! Enjoyed your company greatly)
Be prepared to get your money's worth! Yuri is careful to listen to what you are interested in seeing, as well as taking you to places you might not have considered. He is dedicated and hard working and will put you through your paces! Get ready to see a lot of the city and learn about its fascinating past. Make certain, too, to ask about his own past during the Soviet...
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May 2023Thank you, Patric! Appreciate you review and response!
Yuri was probably one of the best guides I've ever had - and I've done a lot of guided tours. I was blown away by his exceptional English and his knowledge of the city — but most of all he was just an awesome all around guy — he was more than great.
Replied from the guide, Iurii K.
September 2021Thank you, Mike! I really appreciate your feedback and kind words! Hope to see you again some day )