Day trips
For those who want to experiense the most interesting places of the Carpathian region which are not too far from Lviv city and can be easily reached, we offer trips to Dovbush rocks and Parashka mountain. Former hiking experience is not needed as the mountain area has easy way. If you are interested in more cultural and esthetical tourism, the trip to the castles of West region will be the best option for you. Here three pieces of architecture of Ukraine can be attended - Olesko, Zolochiv and Pidhirci castles.
 

The one-day tour, which gives you an opportunity to explore the surroundings of Lviv, spend your day on nature, feel the historical value of the region, have a glance at the Ukrainian Carpathian Mountains by watching the splendid views from the hills that you will explore. You will also visit Stilske settlement – the capital of Great (White) Croatia at VIII – XI centuries; Rozhirche – old monastery in caves; Dovbush rocks – a unique cavern complex.
 

This one-day tour includes two popular castles – Olesko and Pidhirtsi - and an old monastery in Pidkamin. These places fully illustrate the historical value of Lviv region. All the sights are located in a short distance from each other (15-30 minutes of drive) in small authentic villages. The most beautiful is Olesko castle based on a hill that can be observed from a long distance. Besides, Olesko castle has a medieval restaurant where you can have a delicious meal. Pidhirtsi castle is considered to be the most valuable palace-garden complex in Ukraine. It contains defensive system, palace, church and a park. Pidkamin is not included to the standard popular routes around Lviv. Nevertheless, the old monastery on the hill with a small park nearby and the rock with the old cossacks' crosses around is worth visiting.
 

A trip to Dovbush Rocks is a good idea for travellers who want to spend one day at the mountains without hiking and putting extra physical efforts. The rocks are located in 2 hours of drive from Lviv and could be reached by car without going on foot. The rocky chain is an unique place which appeared million years ago. The rocks were named after the legendary Ukrainian hero Oleksa Dovbush, the leader of opryshky's bands. This hero is compared with a famous English folklore character - Robin Hood. You will get a lot of pleasure and emotions while hiking and jumping from rock to rock.
 

One day hiking tour to the one of the highest mountains of Lviv region, Ukraine – Parashka mountain (1268 m). It is the most popular one-day route because of the easy access to the top, picturesque path, marvelous views on the plain and the Carpathian Mountains simultaneously (up to the 50 km visibility if you are lucky with the weather).
 

Castle tour is the most popular outdoor trip that starts from L'viv city. It embraces visiting of 3 main castles of L'viv region: Olesko, Zolochiv, and Pidhirtsi castles. All the castles are located in a close distance from each other (30-15 minutes of drive) and are located in small authentic villages. The most beautiful is Olesko castle, it is based on a hill and can be observed within a long distance. So, you could easily see it while traveling. The exposition of the castle is very big and probably the biggest part of your time you would spend in this castle. Besides Olesko castle together with the castle located in Zholochiv town have medieval restaurants where you could have a tasty meal.
 

If you are looking for an easy and a pleasant trip on a short notice, this tour is perfect for you. Both tourist sites are located in a very close distance to L'viv and are easy to reach. This trip is considered for the tourists who like quiet stay and eco-tourism. You will have a possibility to enjoy green area and holly places of Krehiv monastery complex and visit a small and cozy city of Zhovkva. Have a nice trip!
 
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