Excursion to Kolochava

Excursion to Kolochava from Uzhhorod - museums, mountain passes and a unique bird park

An excursion to Kolochava from Uzhhorod is a full one-day journey into the very heart of the Carpathians, over picturesque mountain passes to one of the most colourful villages in Zakarpattia. Kolochava is famous for its rich history, open-air museums, authentic architecture and unexpected tourist highlights.

The tour is ideal for lovers of nature, culture, history and family holidays.

Why choose this excursion:

• a one-day tour with no overnight stay
• mountain passes and panoramas
• the greatest number of museums in any village in Ukraine
• a unique bird park in the Carpathians
• perfect for families and children

The programme of the excursion to Kolochava

08:00 - Departure from Uzhhorod

08:40 - Departure from Mukachevo

The mountain passes and panoramas of the Carpathians

Along the way you can expect:

• the breathtaking views of the Volovets Pass with its winding roads and panoramas
• the drive over the Synevyr Pass - a true icon of Zakarpattian painting and a favourite spot of artists and photographers

Kolochava - a village-museum in the heart of the Carpathians

Kolochava is a unique highland village where history comes alive at every step.

You can expect:

• a sightseeing tour of Kolochava’s historic centre
• photos beside Kolochava’s well-known monuments
• an introduction to the daily life and traditions of the highlanders

The museums of Kolochava - a journey through time

The «Staré Selo» Museum of Zakarpattian Architecture and Life

A captivating tour of the open-air museum Staré Selo, where the life of a Zakarpattian village of past centuries is recreated.

The «Kolochava Narrow-Gauge Railway» Museum

A visit to the only museum in Ukraine devoted to the history of narrow-gauge railways - the Kolochava Narrow-Gauge Railway.
The museum consists of a rare working steam locomotive and 10 carriages with unique exhibits.

Lunch and spiritual heritage

Lunch in a traditional kolyba (shepherd’s hut) - a taste of delicious Zakarpattian cuisine.

A visit to a unique wooden church, built without a single nail - a true masterpiece of folk architecture.

The only mountain bird park in Ukraine

An unexpected highlight of the tour will be the only mountain bird park in Ukraine - the Bird Park in Kolochava, set in an ordinary Carpathian courtyard.

It is home to over 2000 exotic parrots and doves, which makes it especially appealing for children and family holidays.

The journey home

Return to Uzhhorod at approximately 22:00
The excursion will leave you with vivid memories, hundreds of photos and a sense of the true Carpathian spirit.

Day of the tour: the first Saturday of each month