Weekends on the Volga. Yaroslavl, Ples and Kostroma

A two-day tour in the expanses of the great Russian Volga River. Exciting excursions in three cities of the Golden Ring are waiting for you. 

In this tour you will learn the peculiarities of the weaving craft of the past centuries and see unique birch bark and linen products. Admire the Fire Tower – an outstanding monument of classicism, the Guardhouse building, the House of Senator Borshchov and get acquainted with the beautifully preserved ensemble of Shopping malls.

Location

Yaroslavl
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Duration
2 Days
1 Night
Departures
  • Group departures
    • 16 – 17 November
    • 30 November – 1 December
    • 7 – 8 December
    • Dates for next season
    • 25 – 26 January, 2025
    • 8 – 9 February, 2025
    • 22 – 23 February, 2025
    • 1 – 2 March, 2025
or
Accommodation
  • Hotel
    1 night
Comfort
  • Midscale
  • Upscale
Difficulty
Easy
Suitable for everyone
Group
Up to 50 people
Minimum age
6 years old
Group meet at
Yaroslavl
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Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

Boat trip
Let's enjoy the beauty of the great Russian river and the unique masterpieces of the natural beauty of the Ples
Spiritual Enlightenment
We will see the healing icon of the Mother of God Feodorovskaya (12th century) and find ourselves in the monastery where Mikhail Romanov was called to the royal throne
The Art of Levitan
We will visit the artist's museum in Ples, where he created a total of 23 paintings and more than 200 sketches that brought him worldwide fame

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Arrival. Sightseeing walking tour of the city of Ples, Levitan Museum and boat trip

    11:00-11:30 Arrival in Yaroslavl.

    The gathering of the group at the Yaroslavl railway station is the Main one.

    Transfer to Kostroma (~ 1.5 hours).

    Lunch at a cafe in the city.

    Transfer to Ples (~ 1 hour).

    The city of Ples is amazingly beautiful, it is even called the "pearl of the Volga" and the "Russian gem". 

    There are no architectural masterpieces in Ples, but there are unique masterpieces of natural beauty.

    A sightseeing walking tour of the city will allow you to see the Ples in all its glory: the high Cathedral Mountain, where the fortress walls have not stood for a long time — only century-old birch trees, the royal Assumption Cathedral, the bulbs of ancient churches and the Volga expanses stretching beyond the horizon.

    Excursion to the Levitan Museum — the artist Isaac Levitan first appeared in Ples in the summer of 1888 and was simply amazed by the beauty of these places, it was here that he created a total of 23 paintings and more than 200 sketches, which brought him worldwide fame.

    Boat trip along the Volga you will enjoy the beauty of the great Russian river and the views of the Ples. 

    In case of adverse weather conditions, the boat trip will be replaced by an excursion to the museum of Public places.

    Departure to Kostroma (~ 80 km).

    Check-in at the hotel.

    Free time.

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  • Day 2 - Sightseeing tour of Kostroma, Epiphany Cathedral of the monastery, Holy Trinity Ipatievsky Monastery, sightseeing tour of Yaroslavl. Departure
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Hotel
    1 night
Comfort
  • Midscale
  • Upscale

The tour includes accommodation in hotels.

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

HotelAdultChildren (up to 14 years old)Additional payment for 1-bed accommodation
Old Street 4* (arrivals after May 1)12 00011 5003 500

(standard, attic) 

“Moskovskaya zastava" 3*

“Snow Maiden" 3*

Volga 3*

11 00010 5002 000

Discount for an additional one. place — 500 rubles .

The Old Street Hotel 4* or Volga Hotel 3* or 1 night
The Old Street Hotel 4*

The Old Street Hotel is located in Kostroma. There are parking spaces for your cars. Cleaning is done on time. The staff is friendly and friendly and will always help you with check-in.

The rooms are equipped with everything necessary for your comfortable stay. The bathroom has personal hygiene products, a hairdryer, and a set of towels. A set of bed linen is provided.

The hotel has a restaurant where you will be served at a high level, as well as a bar with a wide range of different drinks.

The train station is 3 km away. Nearby attractions: Ostrovsky Gazebo, Romanov Museum, Drama Theater, Fire tower.

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Volga Hotel 3*

The Volga Hotel is located near the central embankment in Kostroma. Near the historical part of the city with many attractions. The convenient location will ensure a comfortable stay during tourist or business trips.

102 rooms are offered for accommodation, with categories from "Standard" to "Suite". Their interior is decorated in light shades, and from the panoramic windows you can see the city or the river. There are beds with orthopedic mattresses, Wi-Fi, a TV and a private bathroom.

There is a restaurant on site, where delicious dishes are served.

Two conference halls are equipped for business events.

In 258 m - the Church of the Resurrection on the Debra, in 416 m - the State Philharmonic Hall, in 575 m - the landscaped Muravyovka Park. The distance to the airport is 6.8 km, to the railway station - 1.8 km.

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The Snegurochka Hotel 3*

The Snegurochka Hotel was opened in 2008.

It offers visitors 55 comfortable rooms, which are equipped with all necessary appliances and comfortable furniture.

There is a restaurant "Metelitsa", a bar, and an entertainment complex "Terem Snegurochki" on site.

Thanks to the professionalism of the staff of the accommodation and reception service, the settlement procedure will take no more than 3 minutes so as not to detain guests from the road.

The building consists of three floors and is ideally located on the banks of the Volga River next to the Church of the Resurrection in the center of Kostroma.

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Moskovskaya Zastava Hotel 3*

A good choice of a hotel in Kostroma is the Moskovskaya Zastava. Wi-Fi is available throughout the property and private parking is also available. The reception is open 24 hours a day, guests can contact you with any questions.

The elegant rooms are equipped with stylish and comfortable furniture, LED TV with satellite channels, air conditioning, telephone and a private bathroom with a set of personal hygiene products, towels and a hairdryer.

In the lobby bar of the hotel, guests can always order their own food, or use room service.

For business events, the hotel provides a conference hall with a capacity of up to 50 people.

The hotel is located in the very center of Kostroma, on the Volga River embankment, a 15-minute drive from the main train stations and within walking distance from public transport stops.

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Tour conditions

Group
up to 50 tourists
Minimum age
6 years old
Duration
2 days 1 night
Group meets at
Yaroslavl

Included in price

  • transportation services according to the program;
  • accommodation in the selected hotel (rooms with amenities);
  • Meals: breakfast and 2 lunches;
  • excursion service according to the program.

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Yaroslavl and back;
  • surcharge for single occupancy;
  • additional payment for a special menu (vegetarianism, diets, etc.) – 400 rubles for one 1 lunch;
  • meals not specified in the tour program (dinner).

It's important to know

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