Extremely good tour. Very interesting and eye opening. Svit is very friendly and will answer all questions with enthusiasm and a deep knowledge of all circumstances surrounding the war. There are still loads of destroyed buildings and you still see millions of bullet holes in every neighbourhood. I would recommend this tour to anyone.

Given the sad topic, it's hard to say that it was a "nice" tour. But the guide Svit was the best you could imagine. He has a huge knowledge of the current situation, but also the historical one. He combines his stories with videos and pictures on his tablet. I can only warmly recommend that those who travel there take the tour and see for themselves the terrible things that happened there. It seems much more intense than that mere stories from the media. Thank you Svit, you are the best ❤️🇺🇦

Svit’s tour of the horrors of Russian occupation was very eye opening. There was a lot of meaning to seeing these locations in person and unfiltered. Thank you for everything and helping show the world what is happening in Ukraine.

We were very interested to see what happened in Ukraine in the early days of the Russian full-scale invasion. The north-western suburbs of Kyiv in particular suffered greatly. Of course, you can also visit these places yourself, but this guided tour gives you so much background information that is very difficult or even impossible to research yourself. Even if fortunately you can only see some of the material damage today, this tour is particularly concerned with the situation of the people under Russian occupation. Something that is not so easy to find on the internet. The guide Svit is fully immersed in the topic. You can tell that he is very interested in it. He is very knowledgeable, has done a lot of research and is happy to answer any questions about the war, life in Ukraine or anything else. Think about all your questions in advance. This is a unique opportunity! We visited Butscha, Irpin, Hostomel and Borodjanka together. Each place suffered greatly, but the course of the war was different. You will recognise many places that you may already know from television, YouTube or your own research. You can then organise your thoughts much better. We can recommend this tour to everyone!

We went on a tour to Irpin, Bucha, Hostomel and Borodyanka, visiting the liberated towns of Kyiv region. The guide showed us what happened in 2022, and we saw how the situation has changed in some areas, while others remain devastated. We are grateful to our guide Svit from Capital Tours for dedicated job and to all Ukrainians for defending

For months, I had been thinking about visiting Kyiv to really understand what values are being defended and why they matter. I struggled with the idea of going to a country at war, wanting to avoid any sense of "war tourism". I wanted to see for myself what Russia is doing to Ukraine, a country that didn’t escalate the conflict. Plus, I didn't want to wander outside Kyiv on my own - for safety and as out of respect for the locals. I found Svit through a German newspaper article that convinced me to book his tour. We met up at the planned time, and he spent the whole day showing me around different sites that had been impacted by the war. Svit really knows his stuff—not just about the current conflict but also the history behind it and the long-standing relationship between Ukraine and Russia. He speaks great English and shares his insights with a mix of humor and deep understanding, as someone who’s lived through this invasion. If you book this tour, don’t expect to see blown-up tanks or battlefield scenes like in the movies. Instead, you’ll witness the real effects of war on everyday life and the destruction it brings to a country. What I saw that day will stick with me, and I definitely don’t regret spending that time with Svit.

very interesting tour! Svet is an excellent guide and knows the history and places visited very well. I recommend it for sure

It is quite something to witness the aftermath of such a pivotal moment in history and the human tragedy that goes with it. Russia's invasion has left a dark and cold shadow which can still send a shiver down the spine during certain parts of the Bucha tour. Yet there are also signs of renewal and life returning which provide hope. Svit manages the tour well, is good company and has some interesting insights. Overall, Kyiv and the surrounding oblast felt safe and I would not hesitate to return. I highly recommend visiting Kyiv and taking this tour. Slava Ukraine !

An honest and well informed tour that takes you through those suburbs that have suffered the most during the Russian occupation in spring 2022. Svet provides a lot of background information about the conflict. Besides the more obvious places, he also takes you to previously normal neighbourhoods to see and hear how life has suddenly turned into hell for the inhabitants. There is of course a lot of rebuilding going on as people try to get their lives backt to normal. So if you still want to get some firsthand impressions about what it was like under Russian occupation, better go soon.

I have traveled halfway around the world and Svet is a wonderful person and an excellent guide. My English is limited and I haven't had any problems. On this tour, everything Svet tells is almost as important as everything you see. Since I will return, I will surely contact him again. Recommended 100%

This is a really important tour that will help you understand Russia’s war on Ukraine, and how it unfolded around Kyiv. It tells a story of critical battles in the early part of the war, and helps you contextualize what is happening in the war overall. Svet is not just a tour guide. He is extremely knowledgeable about the war and he is also able to discuss and debate key points in a very open and unbiased way. I learned so much from him! I highly recommend to anyone who visits Kyiv, and wants to understand the war to go on this tour with Svet.

Third time to Kyiv and each time I’ve gone with Svet, most informed and knowledgeable guide I have had anywhere in the world, perfect English and just a fun individual to spend your day learning the history of this great country and seeing every in Kyiv. I can’t recommend a better guide and I have travelled the entire world.. You won’t feel like you are on just another guided tour, you feel like he is taking you on an adventure and when done, I guarantee to you will be informed about Ukraine and Kyiv, and have pictures that will become your treasure of memories. If you are hiring a guide in Kyiv, you want Svet.

Svet was a very knowledgeable and engaging guide. I couldn’t of asked for a better tour. You will not be disappointed. I highly recommend!

I cannot say enough good things about this tour. Svit is super friendly and fun to be around. He has a broad and profound knowledge of the history and culture of not just Kyiv and Ukraine, but the entire region. While he shows you around, he’ll put things in an accurate historical context. He’s happy to answer any questions and discuss any topic. The things you will see will be both heartbreaking and fascinating.

Under the amazing guidance of Svet, our tour encompassed areas impacted by the war, specifically the towns of Bucha, Irpin, and Moschun but also some sites within the city. Each of these locations gave testament to the severity of the conflict, with Svet meticulously detailing the historical and contemporary significance of the events that transpired there. After seeing some of the impacts of the war we moved on to the heart of Kyiv. This part of the tour was enriched by Svet's vast knowledge of the city's history and culture. He also offered recommendations for authentic dining experiences and provided advice for navigating the city's streets and metro. Overall, Svet's tour covered both Kyiv's recent events and past history in a very in depth and enjoyable way. It's a tour I'd highly recommend for those seeking a deeper understanding of this city. Thank you Svet!!