The feast of Ivan Kupala on the Volga. Ivanovo Region Tour

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We invite you to immerse yourself in ancient traditions on the Ivan Kupala tour. This folk festival of the Eastern Slavs is dedicated to the summer solstice and the highest flowering of nature.

On Ivan Kupala Day, as on Christmas Eve, the boundaries between the worlds, between the real and the magical, are blurred.

We will go to the Volga coast to learn more about folk traditions and immerse ourselves in the atmosphere of this celebration of "water and fire", as well as get acquainted with the ancient cities and villages of the Ivanovo region: Shuya, Wasteland and Lezhnevo.

Location

Ivanovo region, Shuya

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Tour highlights

Festive interactive program

Take part in festivities on the banks of the Volga River with dancing and jumping over a bonfire

A place of power

You will visit the Yuzhsky district, where you will enjoy walks in the pine forest, folk games and wreath-making, herb picking and real tea from the samovar.

Ancient Shuya

Take a guided tour of Shuya, a wonderful city with a rich history and ancient architecture

Itinerary

Day 1 - Meeting in Shuya, sightseeing tour, Ivan Kupala holiday on the banks of the Volga River
10:25 Meeting with a guide at the railway station in Shuya. The plaque "The magical night of Ivan Kupala".
Boarding the bus (free seating).
Shuya and its surroundings have a very rich history and you will learn about it during a sightseeing walking tour of a small ancient city.
The buildings of bygone times, which are rare in their preservation, have brought the atmosphere of the Central Russian merchant city to our days. In Shuya, you can admire the beautiful views of ancient mansions and manors. It is best to view the city in detail from the height of the third tier of the famous Shuiskaya bell tower.
Lunch at a cafe in the city. You will enjoy real food made from local products according to ancient recipes.
Transfer to a picturesque area near Shuya, your home for these magical days.
Check-in at the country complex.
Free time to relax.
19:00 Ivan Kupala Holiday on the banks of the Volga River.
It is believed that on Midsummer Day, nature is at the zenith of its power. This holiday is an extravaganza of light, sun, water and all living things. On this day, the grass and dew are healing, and the water is purifying!
And how can there be no miracles at a magical holiday? You will meet with "evil spirits" and have fun on the banks of the Volga River. Sonorous songs, round dances, weaving wreaths, jumping over a bonfire.
According to legend, anyone who takes part in a fire ritual and jumps over a bonfire will gain strength and be able to change fate for the better!
Participation in the theatrical interactive program "The Feast of Water and Fire" on the banks of the Volga River, exciting festive events await you: fire represented solar energy, purification and protection.
It was believed that the flames of the Kupala bonfires were able to expel evil spirits and bring blessings for the whole year.
The fire was lit after sunset. Jumping over it was not just a game or a test of courage. They symbolized protection from spoilage and the evil eye, strengthening health and attracting happiness. If a couple of lovers jump over a campfire holding hands, then they will have a long and happy life. There are also dances around the campfire, which symbolize the sun.
You can't do without a treat – welcome to our holiday.
Dinner (for an additional fee — 800 rubles)

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Day 2 - Yuzhsky district, Belaya Gora, lunch in Ponkino, Wasteland
Breakfast.
Departure to the South (63 km).
Yuzhsky district of the Ivanovo region is a reference Russian outback.
Century–old pine trees, picturesque temples, carved architraves on the windows of huts, and against the backdrop of rural landscapes - a factory "skyscraper" of the mid-19th century and neat red brick buildings.
This city is an example of industrial architecture: red brick buildings interspersed with wooden houses, richly decorated with carvings.
Our way lies to an amazingly beautiful place – the place of power of the White Mountain, where you will find:
Grounding: a walk along the White Mountain among the giant pines will restore a sense of support;
Emotional release: folk games and round dances are the best way to release body clamps.
In Vasilisa the Wise's Forest House, we will remember what it's like to live in the rhythm of nature. We will collect herbs, as our great–grandmothers did, realizing the value of each flower, we will weave wreaths - this is a powerful practice of structuring thoughts and intentions.
The taste of life: real tea from a samovar and a pie according to grandmother's recipes – a taste that you can't buy in a coffee shop is the taste of childhood and warmth. We'll tie wish ribbons. This year we are not looking for "successful success", but happiness, peace of mind and self-love.
Transfer to the village of Ponkino for a late rustic lunch.
The menu includes cabbage soup from the oven, potatoes with butter, homemade lard, village pickles, berry juice, tea with homemade bagels and a cup of tincture for appetite.
And then we'll have a real rustic photo shoot in Russian outfits. Save these moments.
Moving to the Wasteland.
Wasteland is one of the ancient villages of the Ivanovo region, mentioned already in the 16th century. The sheepskin industry was developed here.
By the end of the 19th century, the village numbered 700 souls. There were six pubs and three inns, which was facilitated by the location of the village along an ancient highway.
The wasteland of the late 19th century is the "capital of the sheep industry" of the Vladimir province and the stronghold of the Old Believers of Shuisky district. It is the birthplace of the numerous Old Believer merchant family of the Turlapovs.
16:30 Return to the hotel.
Free time to relax.
Dinner (for an additional fee — 800 rubles)
Additionally, by prior request, there is a sauna or a bath tub.

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Day 3 - The village of Lezhnevo, Rubskoe lake. Departure
Breakfast.
Transfer to Lezhnevo (36 km).
The village of Lezhnevo was founded in 1239. It is older than many Russian cities! It is located on the right, steep bank of the Ukhtoma. An important trade route passed through here: from Shuya to Moscow via Kirzhach – Yuriev-Polsky – Gavrilov–Posad.
In the old days, Lezhnevo was a palace estate, and in 1588, Tsar Theodore Ioannovich granted it to the dowager wife of King Magnus of Livonia. At the turn of the 17th and 18th centuries, Lezhnevo passed to Prince Dolgoruky, whose dynasty owned it until 1845.
We will stop at the beautiful bell tower: it has a special story that our guide will tell you. You will hear something that few people know.
Transfer to Lake Rubsky (18 km).
Lake Rubskoe is a beautiful and amazing body of water in the Ivanovo region, a real pearl of central Russia.
The peculiarity of this lake lies in its unique lake air, which is not found in any other body of water and has special properties: freshness, purity and peace.
Visiting these places helps to relax the soul and restore strength, and many people believe in the healing properties of the local air.
There are several legends related to the origin and name of Lake Rubsky, and you will definitely be told about them.
Lunch on the lake shore.
Free time for swimming. During the July holidays, water acquired mystical properties and absorbed the power of nature.
It was believed that bathing in rivers or lakes helps to cleanse oneself of sins and negative energy, as well as restore health. The ancestors believed that it was necessary to swim before sunset: at that time, mermaids and other evil spirits living in the water did not threaten people.
17:00 Transfer to Ivanovo (44 km).
18:30 The end of the program at the railway station of Ivanovo.

Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Camp Site

2 nights

Comfort

Upscale

The tour provides accommodation in the rural complex "Shtechko Bor".

The cost of the tour for 1 person, depending on the accommodation, RUB.:

2-bed room	1-bed room
29 900	33 400

Shtechko Bor is a comfortable hotel complex located in the Peremilovskoye rural settlement in the Ivanovo region.

Rooms of various sizes and categories are available for selection. Each is equipped with high-quality and functional furniture and appliances, including comfortable beds, televisions and private bathrooms with necessary plumbing.

In the restaurant on the territory of the hotel complex you can enjoy dishes of national cuisine.

For a relaxing stay, there is a sauna and a bath tub. The picturesque river Teza flows nearby. The nearest railway station in Shuya is about 2 km away, and the airport in Ivanovo is 28.6 km away.

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Tour conditions

Group

From 10 to 40 tourists

Minimum age

6 years old

Duration

3 days 2 nights

Group meets at

Ivanovo region, Shuya

Included in price

transportation service according to the program: tourist class bus (for a group of less than 24 people, a tourist class minibus is provided, free seating on the bus);
habitation;
Meals: 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches;
excursion program (including museum tickets);
entertainment program with treats on July 6th;
master classes;
the work of escorts and guides.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Ivanovo and back;
meals not included in the price (1 lunch, dinners);
personal expenses and souvenirs.

It's important to know

Air and railway tickets are not included in the price of the tour. You can purchase them yourself or contact us for help.

Dates and Prices

$413

6 – 8 Jul 3 days 2 nights

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Irina

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6 Nov, 2025

The tour was organized well.
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Polina Maslova

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20 Oct, 2025

Comfortable, convenient, small group.