Top 10 locations in Ukraine to visit in autumn 2025

In autumn, Ukraine reveals its most vibrant colours: mountains are covered with golden leaves, cities are filled with cosiness, and castles and fortresses look even more majestic. It is the perfect season to discover cultural traditions, picturesque landscapes and the atmosphere of ancient cities. Find out more about the top 10 locations in Ukraine to visit in autumn 2025

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Autumn in Ukraine is a time when nature dresses up in crimson and gold, and travelling becomes especially atmospheric. It is during this season that the mountains breathe cool mist, ancient cities reveal their cosy charm, and natural landmarks look even more majestic.

Ukraine can surprise even experienced travellers, as it has preserved a combination of authentic culture, unique nature, and modern entertainment.

In this article, we have compiled ten routes that are worth seeing in autumn, along with tours from the Visit Ukraine portal.

Autumn in the Carpathians: Bukovel, Verkhovyna, Yaremche

The Carpathians in autumn are a true magic of colours and traditions. On this tour, you will visit Hutsul museums, see how metal products are made in a smithy, taste local cheeses and mead, and experience the atmosphere of the ancient ‘Molfar's Hut’.

Bukovel will delight you with modern attractions: a lift with views of the peaks, VODA Club, a water park, theme parks, and a toboggan run. Verkhovyna will treat you to the music of the trembita, and Yaremche will enchant you with the sound of the Probiy waterfall and the colourful souvenir market.

All this creates a harmonious combination of authenticity and modernity. You can see the Carpathians in all their beauty on the ‘Autumn in the Carpathians’ tour from Visit Ukraine.

Important details about the tour:

– Tour dates: runs until early December. For specific dates, please contact Visit Ukraine managers: WhatsApp/Telegram.

– Tour cost: 7,200 UAH (149 euros).

Spa weekend in the Carpathian Mountains

This route is designed for those who want to combine active recreation and relaxation.

The journey begins with an excursion to the Skolivski Beskydy Mountains, where you will encounter the picturesque Kamianka Waterfall and the mysterious Dead Lake with its crystal clear water. Next is Slavske with its panoramic views of the Carpathians from the Zakhar Berkut cable car, and for the more adventurous, jeep or quad bike rides.

Hutsul dishes in kolyba huts add a special atmosphere and will warm you up on a cool autumn day. The trip ends in Truskavets, where swimming pools, saunas, and the healing waters of the SPA complex await you. All this awaits you on the ‘Spa Weekend in the Carpathians’ tour from Visit Ukraine.

Important details about the tour:

– Tour dates: runs until early December. For specific dates, please contact Visit Ukraine managers: WhatsApp/Telegram.

– Tour price: 3,100 UAH (64 euros).

Pearls of Lviv Region

Lviv Region is a land of castles and legends, and in autumn they look especially majestic. Pidhirtsi Palace with its arcades and park resembles an Italian residence, while Olesko Castle preserves the history of princes and kings.

Lviv, the final stop on the route, offers travellers unforgettable experiences: the aroma of coffee at Kopalnia Kawy, the atmosphere at Kryivka, walks through narrow streets and museums that tell the story of the Cossack era and medieval battles.

It is here that you will feel the true spirit of Galicia — warm, colourful and hospitable. You can see these places on the ‘Pearls of Lviv Region’ tour from Visit Ukraine.

Important details about the tour:

– Tour dates: runs until mid-November. For specific dates, please contact Visit Ukraine managers: WhatsApp/Telegram.

– Tour price: 1,520 UAH (31 euros).

Kamianets-Podilskyi cruise + Bakota

This route is a real journey through time. The ancient fortress of Kamianets-Podilskyi impresses with its power and view of the Smotrych River canyon. Nearby is Bakota, once a lively village flooded by water, which has now become a mystical place with a monastery in the rocks and breathtaking panoramas.

A cruise along the Dniester Canyon allows you to see nature from a completely different angle, with the rocks reflected in the water and the air filled with tranquillity. Autumn makes these landscapes even more magical. All this is available in the ‘Kamianets-Podilskyi Cruise + Bakota’ tour from Visit Ukraine.

Important details about the tour:

– Tour dates: runs until the end of November. For specific dates, please contact Visit Ukraine managers: WhatsApp/Telegram.

– Tour price: 2,280 UAH (47 euros).

Transcarpathia: Lake Synevyr, Shipit Waterfall and thermal springs

Transcarpathia in autumn is an explosion of emotions. Lake Synevyr, surrounded by misty mountains, looks like something out of a fairy tale.

Shipit Waterfall, one of the seven natural wonders of Ukraine, captivates with its power and the sound of its streams. And after a busy day of walking, you can recharge your batteries in the thermal pools of Zhayvoronka, where the warm water creates a feeling of complete relaxation.

No less interesting are the ancient streets of Uzhhorod and Mukachevo with the majestic Palanok Castle and the romantic Shenborn Palace. Take a tour of ‘Transcarpathia: Uzhhorod, Synevyr, Shipit, Thermal Baths’ from Visit Ukraine.

Important details about the tour:

– Tour dates: runs until the end of October. For specific dates, please contact Visit Ukraine managers: WhatsApp/Telegram.

– Tour price: 7,780 UAH (160 euros).

Autumn in Dragobrat

Dragobrat is a real oasis for those who dream of seeing autumn in the Carpathians at high altitude. You can only get here by off-road vehicle, and the road itself is an adventure. In autumn, the slopes of the Svidovets massif are covered with golden colours, and the peaks offer fantastic panoramas.

A hike to Lake Ivor and Mount Blyznytsia will give you unforgettable photos and a sense of personal achievement. And the evenings here are spent around an open-air cauldron, enjoying hot meals and stargazing. Such moments remain in your memory forever. You can see all this on the ‘Autumn in Dragobrat’ tour from Visit Ukraine.

Important details about the tour:

– Tour dates: runs until early December. For specific dates, please contact Visit Ukraine managers: WhatsApp/Telegram.

– Tour price: 4,400 UAH (91 euros).

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Unique Transcarpathia

This tour reveals a completely different side of Transcarpathia. You will take a cable car to the Borzhava Polonyna, where the autumn wind smells of herbs, visit the brown bear rehabilitation centre and feel the power of nature at Lake Synevyr.

Next, you will visit Palanok Castle, a mighty fortress that has seen hundreds of battles. A special treat is the Kosino thermal pools with royal saunas and local wine tasting, which warm you up and reveal the character of the region. All this is available in the ‘Unique Transcarpathia’ tour from Visit Ukraine.

Important details about the tour:

– Tour dates: runs until early December. For specific dates, please contact Visit Ukraine managers: WhatsApp/Telegram.

– Tour price: 4,400 UAH (91 euros).

Wonders of Podillia and Bukovina + Bakota

A trip to Podillia and Bukovina in autumn is a harmony of history and nature. Chernivtsi impresses with its Austrian architecture and colourful streets, the Metropolitan Residence is a true UNESCO masterpiece, and the Khotyn Fortress takes you back to the days of Cossack battles.

Bakota adds a special flavour with its panoramic views of the Dniester and the rock monastery. A boat trip allows you to see the canyon in all its glory, when the slopes are lit up with golden leaves.

This route is ideal for those who want to experience the diversity of Podillia. Take the ‘Wonders of Podillia and Bukovina + Bakota’ tour from Visit Ukraine.

Important details about the tour:

– Tour dates: runs until the end of November. For specific dates, please contact Visit Ukraine managers: WhatsApp/Telegram.

– Tour cost: 5,300 UAH (110 euros).

Hike to Mount Shpytsi and Lake Nesamovite

For active travellers, autumn in the Carpathians is the time for hiking. Mount Shpytsi impresses with its stone walls, resembling giant towers. From here, you can enjoy views of the Chornogora Ridge and the peaks of Hoverla and Petros. Along the way, you will see alpine meadows, berries, and springs with crystal clear water.

The highlight of the route is Lake Nesamovite, shrouded in legends and considered one of the highest in the Carpathians. There is a special magic here that makes you want to come back again and again. You can join this adventure on the ‘Hike to Shpytsi + Lake Nesamovite’ tour from Visit Ukraine.

Important details about the tour:

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

– Tour cost: 1,260 UAH (26 euros).

Places of power: Ternoshorska Lada and Sheshory

This tour combines spirituality, nature and gastronomy. You will visit the mysterious rocks of Ternoshorska Lada, considered an ancient sanctuary, feel the energy of the place of power and touch the legends.

Next, you will taste cheeses at a local cheese factory and visit an eco-farm, where you can interact with animals and taste craft products. The trip ends at the silvery Sheshory Waterfalls, where the sound of water creates an atmosphere of tranquillity.

This is the perfect option for those seeking harmony and inspiration. You can see all this on the ‘Places of Power’ tour from Visit Ukraine.

Important details about the tour:

– Tour dates: runs until the end of November. For specific dates, please contact Visit Ukraine managers: WhatsApp/Telegram.

– Tour cost: 1,050 UAH (22 euros).

Even more trips around Ukraine with Visit Ukraine

Ukraine offers many opportunities for travel in autumn — from relaxing at a spa to active hiking in the mountains. On the Visit Ukraine portal, you will find dozens of itineraries for different tastes: romantic weekends, adventures in the Carpathians, historical cities or gastronomic tours.

Each trip brings new experiences, vivid photos and an introduction to the culture of our country.

Choose your tour today and discover Ukraine, a country that will make you fall in love at first sight!

Reminder! Transcarpathian thermal pools offer a unique experience of healing and relaxation in natural mineral waters that come from depths of over a thousand metres. How much does it cost to visit a thermal pool in Ukraine — we tell you here.

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