Transcarpathian wine, hiking in the Carpathians and more: what to see if you only have 48 hours

The Carpathians can surprise you even in two days: majestic mountains, wine cellars, ethno-parks, and relaxation in thermal vats create an atmosphere of vivid adventure. Here you can combine active recreation with gastronomic discoveries and cultural traditions. Learn more about the routes and experiences that await you in the Carpathians in 48 hours

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Just two days in the Carpathians can be the most memorable part of your trip to Ukraine. Here, mountains, ancient legends, wine cellars, colourful Hutsul villages, and spa relaxation in vats all come together.

This is a place where you can feel like a traveller and a gourmet at the same time: in the morning, you conquer the peaks of the Carpathians, and in the evening, you taste fragrant local wine in a stone cellar.

What can you see in the Carpathians if you only have 48 hours? We'll tell you more below.

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Mount Kostel and Chemehiv Canyon: encounter the wild beauty of the Carpathians

Your adventure begins in the village of Mykulychyn, which greets you with the scent of pine needles and the sound of mountain streams. From here, the trail leads to Chemehiv Canyon — a natural wonder where steep cliffs meet a cool river. This place impresses with its contrasts: the sound of water, green slopes and the majestic silence of the mountains.

Further on, the route climbs to Mount Kostel. Gradually, the trail reveals breathtaking panoramas. At the top, you can feel complete unity with nature — the Carpathians seem to unfold before you like a boundless picturesque carpet. And the photogenic swing with a view becomes the perfect place to capture the moment in photos.

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Important details about the tour:

– Tour dates: held regularly. For specific dates, please contact Visit Ukraine managers: WhatsApp/Telegram.

– Tour price: 1,170 UAH (24 euros).

Chill in Zakarpattia: from jeeping to wine tasting

Transcarpathia is always a multi-layered journey: from adrenaline to gastronomic discoveries. Climbing to the peaks in jeeps gives you a feeling of wild freedom. Here, in just a few hours, you find yourself in places that would take several days to reach on foot. Mountain pastures, mountain roads and views that seem to have been created for a film.

After your adventures, relax in the thermal complexes: mineral water pools, vats, and salt rooms. The next day, discover another side of Transcarpathia — historic Khust with its castle and legends about Dracula, atmospheric streets, and the quiet energy of the town. Next, you will get acquainted with local products: delicate cheese at the Selyska cheese factory, a cheerful performance at the Kolyba Opryshky, and, of course, the culmination — tasting Transcarpathian wines and cognac in a wine cellar.

This tasting is not just a glass of wine. It is a journey into the world of traditions, where the host humorously tells you about the secrets of winemaking, and you note the tastes and aromas in your own gastronomic travel map.

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Important details about the tour:

– Tour dates: held regularly. For specific dates, please contact Visit Ukraine managers: WhatsApp/Telegram.

– Tour cost: 4,800 UAH (99 euros).

Evening lights of Bukovel and Hutsulland: the magic of the Carpathians at night

When dusk falls over the Carpathians, it's time to discover another side of this region. The Hutsul Land Ethno-Park allows you to experience Hutsul culture through interactive platforms, and dinner at the Babyn Bohrach tavern turns into a real culinary show. Bograch cooked over an open fire, deruny and borscht — all this becomes part of a colourful journey.

Next, take a walk by Lake Molodosti and drive through the Yablunytsky Pass, where the evening panoramas of the Chornogora Ridge are illuminated by the stars. The evening ends with a visit to a Hutsul brewery — again about local flavours, this time in a different form.

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Important details about the tour:

– Tour dates: held regularly. For specific dates, please contact Visit Ukraine managers: WhatsApp/Telegram.

– Tour cost: 850 UAH (18 euros).

Mount Shpytsi and Lake Nesamovite: a touch of legend

For those who want to experience the Carpathians in their true form, a hike to Mount Shpytsi is the perfect choice. Stone ‘towers’ rising into the sky create the impression that you have entered a world of giants. The trails lead through alpine meadows, where you can enjoy blueberries in season.

The main surprise of the route is Lake Nesamovite. It is located at an altitude of 1,750 metres, and according to legend, anyone who dives into its cold waters will find true love. The atmosphere here is truly special: the silence of the mountains and the mirror-like surface of the lake create a space for reflection and admiration.

Important details about the tour:

– Tour dates: held regularly. For specific dates, please contact Visit Ukraine managers: WhatsApp/Telegram.

– Tour price: 1,260 UAH (26 euros).

Lumshory: thermal relaxation and legends of an ancient castle

Another route reveals a completely different Transcarpathia — calm and meditative. Lumshory is known for its cast-iron vats with hot mineral water. The feeling when you jump into a mountain stream after a ‘hot bath’ is difficult to compare with anything else. It is both adrenaline and healing at the same time.

And after relaxation — an introduction to history. The ruins of Nevytsky Castle, shrouded in legends of noble brides and ancient battles, open up a new layer of travel: mystical and romantic.

Important details about the tour:

– Tour dates: held regularly. For specific dates, please contact Visit Ukraine managers: WhatsApp/Telegram.

– Tour cost: 850 UAH (18 euros).

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Kamianets-Podilskyi and rafting down the Smotrych Canyon: the Middle Ages and excitement

Podillia is also not to be missed. Ancient Kamianets, with its narrow streets, fortress and special atmosphere, takes you back to the Middle Ages. And right next door is a modern adventure: rafting down the Smotrych Canyon. In two hours, you will pass a route with waterfalls, bridges and stone cliffs that create a feeling of the wild power of nature. It is the perfect balance between history and extreme sports.

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Important details about the tour:

– Tour dates: held regularly. For specific dates, please contact Visit Ukraine managers: WhatsApp/Telegram.

– Tour cost: 1,840 UAH (38 euros).

A journey through the Carpathians that leaves a mark on your heart

The Carpathians and Zakarpattia are not just mountains and wine. It is a complex experience where each location has its own character, legend and mood.

And the best part is that you can discover all this as part of organised tours from the Visit Ukraine portal. You choose the direction — whether it's hiking in the mountains, thermal baths, or wine tasting — and get the most out of your experience without any unnecessary worries.

48 hours here is not just a trip, it is an immersion into the world of authentic Ukraine, which will remain in your memory forever.

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