Horse riding trip to the edge of the forest lakes

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We offer you an interesting expedition through the ancient towns and villages of the Ivanovo region. The route passes through picturesque forests, lakes, rivers, fishing and sandy beaches, mushrooms and berries are waiting for you.

You will be provided with horses of riding and semi-bred breeds, well-trained. You will cover an average of 25 km per day, alternating step and trot. The route is light, things are delivered by road.

Location

Ivanovo region, the village of Palekh

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Tour highlights

Friendly animals

Spend pleasant days with wonderful horse companions

The beauty of nature

Enjoy the native Russian nature: an abundance of cool forests, rivers and lakes, as well as fragrant berries

A diverse program

You will have the opportunity not only to walk along the picturesque forest trails, but also to visit interesting museums

Itinerary

Day 1 - Group meeting. Horseback riding in the vicinity of Pestovo village
Check-in strictly on the day of the start of the tour at any time convenient for you.
Meeting in Palekh at the bus station.
Arrival at the base in D. Pestovo.
Breakfast.
Rest.
Lunch.
Acquaintance with horses, instruction.
Horseback riding in the vicinity of the village of Pestovo.
Bathhouse. Supper.
How to get to Palekh: buses Moscow – Palekh, Moscow – South, Moscow – Puchezh from Shchelkovsky bus station.
Lastochka train Moscow – Shuya, from Shuya by bus to Palekh.

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Day 2 - Pestovo – Levinsky lake village
Departure from the village Pestovo.
Our route lies to the Levinsky Lake.
Fishing (pike, perch).
Day 3 - A day at Lake Levinskoye
On this day, you can retire with a fishing rod and go fishing.
You can also relax on the lake shore, swim, pick berries (blueberries, strawberries) and mushrooms.
Horseback riding in the vicinity of the lake.
Day 4 - Levinsky Lake – Lamenskoe Lake
We're packing up and on our way.
Today we will go to the lake Lamenskoye (Epiphany). The mirror area is 1.12 sq. km.
We will visit St. Vladimir's Church (1823).
And on the opposite shore is the Church of Candlemas (1815-1825).
Day 5 - A day at Lamenskoe Lake
On this day, you can retire with a fishing rod and go fishing.
You can also relax on the lake shore, swim, pick berries (raspberries, strawberries, blueberries, cranberries) and mushrooms.
Horseback riding in the vicinity of the lake.
Day 6 - Lamenskoe Lake – Kholui
A walk to the center of the lacquer miniature.
The Museum of Kholui Art.
The River Teza.
Day 7 - S. Kholui – D. Pestovo
The village of Pestovo.
Picnic, sauna.
Day 8 - Departure
Farewell to the horses.

Departure of the group to the Palekh railway station.

Difficulty

Involves moderate physical activity

Tour organizer's comments

The tour is designed for both experienced riders and beginners, as well as parents with children. During the day, tourists cover an average of 25 km, alternating step, trot, with the permission of the instructor – gallop, provided the group is prepared. The length of the route is 100 km.

Accommodation

Tent

5 nights
Guest House

2 nights

Comfort

Basic

The tour includes accommodation in a two- and three-person tent and in a village house.

Tour conditions

Group

up to 8 tourists

Minimum age

10 years old

Duration

8 days 7 nights

Group meets at

Ivanovo region, the village of Palekh

Included in price

nutrition;
horse and horse ammunition rental;
rental of necessary group equipment (tents, campfire equipment);
guide services;
medical insurance;
transfer from Palekh and back.

Paid extra

railway tickets to Shuya or bus tickets to Palekh and back;
tickets to museums.

It's important to know

personal equipment (sleeping bag, mat);
camping set of dishes (mug, bowl, spoon, knife);
comfortable shoes (boots or sneakers + leggings);
riding clothes (sweatpants, sweaters, raincoats);
repellents for yourself and your horse;
photo camera;
medicines.

Dates and Prices

$342

12 – 19 Aug, 2025 8 days 7 nights

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$342

22 – 29 Aug, 2025 8 days 7 nights

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