Kosice: Bardejov & Wooden Churches Tour

Embark on a captivating journey through the picturesque landscapes of northeastern Slovakia, where time seems to stand still amidst charming villages and centuries-old wooden churches. This day trip from Kosice takes you on a cultural exploration of the Carpathian region, renowned for its unique architectural heritage and serene beauty. Your adventure begins with a visit to one of Slovakia’s oldest and most well-preserved wooden churches, the Church of St. Nicholas in Bodruzal, featuring a unique double-sided iconostasis. From there, you’ll continue to the charming village of Ladomirova to admire the Greek Catholic Church of the Archangel Michael, with its beautiful iconostasis and 18th-century altar. Next, you’ll journey to Bardejov, a UNESCO World Heritage town boasting a well-preserved medieval center with fortifications, a historic town square lined with Gothic and Renaissance buildings, and a distinct Jewish quarter. Finally, you’ll visit the Church of Francis of Assisi in Hervartov, the oldest and best-preserved wooden church in Slovakia, dating back to the 15th century, with its remarkable Gothic icons and wall murals. Along the way, delve into the history and traditions of these rural communities, and experience the tranquility of Slovakia’s captivating countryside.

We offer private day tours to Bardejov and the Wooden Churches of the Carpathians from Kosice on request.

Tour itinerary:

1. Hotel pick-up at chosen time.
2. Up to 2-hour drive from Kosice to Bodruzal by private car/van accompanied by our English-speaking driver.
3. Visit the Church of St. Nicholas in Bodruzal, one of Slovakia’s oldest and most well-preserved wooden churches, featuring a unique double-sided iconostasis.
4. Approximately 15-minute drive to Ladomirova.
5. Visit the Greek Catholic Church of the Archangel Michael in Ladomirova, admiring its beautiful iconostasis and 18th-century altar.
6. Up to 1-hour drive to Bardejov.
7. Approximately 2 hours of free time for a short sightseeing tour of Bardejov on your own and having a lunch there
8. Approximately 15-minute drive to Hervartov.
9. Visit the Church of Francis of Assisi in Hervartov, the oldest and best-preserved wooden church in Slovakia, dating back to the 15th century. Admire its Gothic icons and wall murals.
10. Up to 1,5-hour drive back from Hervartov to Kosice.
11. Your hotel drop-off in Kosice.

Whole tour lasts approximately 8 hours.

Prices: from 49 EUR per person

What is included?

• Hotel pick-up at chosen time and drop-off after the tour.
• Private transportation by comfortable, air-conditioned car/minivan.
• Service of a private English-speaking driver during the whole tour.
• Visiting sites listed in the itinerary
• 2 hours of free time in Bardejov