Irpin–Bucha–Hostomel-Borodyanka Military Tour
Explore the frontlines of Ukraine’s modern history on the Irpin–Bucha–Hostomel–Borodyanka Military Tour. These suburban towns just outside Kyiv became symbols of courage, sacrifice, and resilience during the 2022 Russian invasion. Today, they stand as living memorials — scarred by destruction yet filled with stories of survival and resistance. Guided by experts and locals, you will witness the devastation left by war, hear first-hand accounts, and honor the victims of atrocities committed in these communities. This tour is a powerful and emotional journey through the most tragic and heroic chapters of the Russo-Ukrainian war.
Trip Highlights
- Visit Irpin, a town fiercely defended by Ukrainian forces, with destroyed bridges and war-damaged neighborhoods.
- Walk through Bucha, now internationally recognized as a site of Russian war crimes, and pay respects at memorials to the victims.
- See Hostomel Airport, the site of one of the war’s most intense battles, where Ukrainian forces halted Russian paratroopers.
- Explore Borodyanka, a town devastated by shelling, with haunting high-rise ruins standing as testimony to civilian suffering.
- Learn about the strategic importance of these locations during the Battle of Kyiv.
- Hear personal stories of survival, bravery, and loss shared by guides and local