Fabulous Boldino, Nizhny Novgorod and Gorodets

On this trip, we will get acquainted with the history of Nizhny Novgorod, starting from the XIII century and ending with the present, the legendary stone fortress built on the Dyatlov Mountains, take a promenade along the main pedestrian street and visit the Rukavishnikov estate, which belonged to one of the most famous and wealthy merchant families of the city. 

Then we will go to the ancient patrimony of the Pushkin family, where we will walk through the quiet park complex of the estate and see with our own eyes how the famous Russian poet lived and worked, from where he drew his greatest inspiration. 

And the eventful program will be completed by a day in a bright fabulous Gorodets with its unique stone merchant houses and wooden huts with intricate carvings, shutters and architraves.

Location

Nizhniy Novgorod
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Duration
3 days
2 nights
Departures
5 - 7 Jun
12 - 14 Jun
19 - 21 Jun
26 - 28 Jun
3 - 5 Jul
10 - 12 Jul
17 - 19 Jul
24 - 26 Jul
Accommodation
  • Hotel
    2 nights
Comfort
  • Upscale
  • Premium
Difficulty
Easy
Suitable for everyone
Group
From 1 to 50 tourists
Minimum age
5 years old
Group meet at
Nizhniy Novgorod
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Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

The legendary fortress
We will learn the history of the Nizhny Novgorod Kremlin, the secrets of the Taynitskaya Tower and the love story associated with the arrival of A. Dumas
The inspiration of a great poet
Let's plunge into the atmosphere in which the great Russian poet lived and worked, see his desk, armchair, books
Gorodetsky treats
We will become participants of the Ivan-tea tea ceremony with Gorodetsky gingerbread and sweets

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Sightseeing tour of Nizhny Novgorod with a visit to the cable car and the Pechersk Monastery.

    Independent arrival in Nizhny Novgorod.

    If you arrive in Nizhny Novgorod early, you can take your belongings to your hotel's luggage room on your own and arrive at the railway station at 11:00 or at 11:25 to the gathering place of the group on Lenin Square near the Lenin monument.

    We recommend trains arriving in Nizhny Novgorod before 11:10.

    The meeting is held in parallel:

    • 11:00-11:25 in the central building of the railway station at the souvenir shop located to the left of the exit.
    • 11:15-11:25 on Lenin Square (near the Marins Park Hotel 4*), buses stop along the square opposite the monument (the bus number will be notified to you by the responsible manager).
    • 10:50 in the lobby of the Reddy 3* Hotel (for those arriving early or on the eve of the tour).

    11:30 Departure for the excursion program.

    During the tour you will get acquainted with one of the most ancient and picturesque cities.

    You will see the place where two great rivers merge – the Volga and the Oka.

    The place of confluence is called an Arrow.

    Nizhny Novgorod is known as the capital of the Nizhny Novgorod–Suzdal Principality, the birthplace of the people's militia of 1612, the merchant capital, the symbol of which remains the Nizhny Novgorod Fair.

    Not far from the fair you will see the monumental Alexander Nevsky Cathedral.

    During the tour, you will have the opportunity to admire merchant mansions, apartment buildings on Rozhdestvenskaya, Nizhnevolzhskaya embankment, see the famous squares of the city and monuments to K.Minin and D.Pozharsky, M. Gorky, V.Chkalov.

    Next, we will go to the territory of the Nizhny Novgorod Kremlin.

    A walking tour of the Nizhny Novgorod Kremlin will introduce you to the legendary stone fortress built on the Dyatlov Mountains.

    You will learn the history of the construction of the Kremlin, the secrets of the Taynitskaya Tower and the love story associated with the arrival of A. Dumas.

    During the tour, you will walk around the entire interior of the Nizhny Novgorod Kremlin, see the panorama of the Volga and Oka rivers, an exhibition of military equipment and much more.

    15:00 Cable car ride.

    We are pleased to invite you to an unforgettable trip by cable car across the Volga River to the city of Bor and back!

    Our cable car is one of the highest and longest in Europe, with a length of 3.6 km.

    Flying over the river will not only be safe, but also incredibly exciting.

    From the height there is a stunning view of the surroundings and the endless expanses.

    In addition, you can see the famous Pechersk Monastery from a bird's-eye view.

    After the cable car ride, you will continue your journey by visiting this historical architectural monument.

    15:45 Visit to Voznesensky Pechersk Monastery.

    A guided tour of the Voznesensky Pechersk Monastery awaits you.

    Its history begins back in 1330.

    Today, this architectural complex includes the gatehouse church, temples and cathedrals built in the 17th century.

    All buildings are connected by a common gallery.

    There is also a long fraternal building and a unique bell tower with an unusual center of gravity on the territory.

    The monastery also houses an alley dedicated to the memory of all Romanov emperors.

    During the tour you will learn about the centuries-old history of the monastery, its development in the XVIII and XIX centuries.

    The main shrines of the monastery are the ancient miraculous icon of the Mother of Caves and the image of saints painted in the XVIII century.

    17:30 The end of the excursion program.

    Boarding the bus.

    Transfer to the hotel.

    Self-settlement.

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  • Day 2 - Big Boldino
  • Day 3 - Gorodets
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Hotel
    2 nights
Comfort
  • Upscale
  • Premium

The tour includes hotel accommodation.

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

Hotel
Double room
placement
Single room
placement
Triple room
placement
Reddy 3* or similar28 20035 70025 800
Marins Park Hotel 4* or similar
34 20042 60030 300
The Reddy Hotel or Marins Park Hotel Nizhny Novgorod Congress Hotel 2 nights
The Reddy Hotel

The hotel is located in Nizhny Novgorod, not far from the center, where the main attractions are located within walking distance. 

The comfortable rooms are equipped with a private bathroom, air conditioning, TV and all necessary furniture. There is a Wi-Fi network on site.

There is a restaurant with Mediterranean cuisine and a bar with an elegant interior. A buffet breakfast is served every morning.

Near the Volga river embankment and the Kremlin. The train station is 16 minutes away by car, and Strigino Airport is a 40-minute drive away.

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Another option
Marins Park Hotel Nizhny Novgorod Congress Hotel

Marins Park Hotel Nizhny Novgorod is located on Lenin Square in Nizhny Novgorod, next to the embankment of the Oka River. Inexpensive rooms with air conditioning, refrigerator, TV, orthopedic mattress, and work area are provided for accommodation. The hotel is 400 m from the Nizhny Novgorod Fair exhibition complex, the railway station and the Stadium. This is one of the few hotels that welcomes accommodation with loved ones and pets. In rainy weather, guests can use an umbrella for free.

The modern rooms at the hotel are equipped with air conditioning, a refrigerator, a large flat-screen TV, orthopedic mattresses, a comfortable work area, swan's down pillows and hypoallergenic linens. The windows offer a picturesque view of the Volga River. Personal hygiene products, terry dressing gowns and a hairdryer are provided in the bathroom.

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Tour conditions

Group
From 1 to 50 tourists
Minimum age
5 years old
Duration
3 days 2 nights
Group meets at
Nizhniy Novgorod

Included in price

  • transportation service by tourist class bus;
  • accommodation in a hotel of the selected category for 2 nights;
  • Meals: 2 breakfasts (at the hotel), 2 lunches (in a cafe in the city);
  • guided tour service;
  • visit to the Pushkin Museum-Reserve (Pushkin Manor, Pushkin House, Manor Park, Museum of Pushkin's Fairy tales);
  • visit to the museum of Wooden Architecture City of Craftsmen;
  • visit to the museum of the Russian Samovar Gallery.

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Nizhny Novgorod and back;
  • meals not included in the program: breakfast and lunch, on the first day, dinners;
  • personal expenses;
  • visiting facilities not listed in the program;
  • extra day of stay before or after the tour.

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

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Dates and Prices

  • $356
    5 – 7 Jun 3 days 2 nights
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  • $356
    12 – 14 Jun 3 days 2 nights
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  • $356
    19 – 21 Jun 3 days 2 nights
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  • $356
    26 – 28 Jun 3 days 2 nights
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  • $356
    3 – 5 Jul 3 days 2 nights
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Reviews Leave a review

  • TZ
    Tatiana Zharkova
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    16 Apr, 2026
    There were several things we really liked: the clear organization of transport and timing, and the fact that the bus picked us up from the hotel and, at our request, dropped us back at the Court Inn after the tour. It was very convenient. The bus itself was clean and comfortable; having water available on request would have made it perfect. The Court Inn hotel was excellent, thank you for booking it for us. It had a pleasant, refined atmosphere, great breakfasts, and lovely touches for March 8–9, with champagne, fruit, and pastries available throughout the day. It’s also just a 10-minute walk from Pokrovskaya pedestrian street, close to attractions like the Kashirin House Museum, the Yurkovka Museum, churches, and old merchant houses ... On the downside, the 1st day’s combined bus and walking tour involved quite a long walk. We visited Strelka, Rozhdestvenskaya Street, the Kremlin, and Pokrovskaya Street — all very interesting but having to walk all the way to the Rukavishnikov estate at the end!!! Was a bit too much. By then everyone was tired, and it was hard to fully appreciate it. It would be better to arrange a bus transfer from Pokrovskaya. As for the 2nd day - the trip to Semyonov and Gorodets — we really enjoyed it. The only downside was that there wasn’t quite enough time in Gorodets, as many places were closing early for the March 8 holiday. It would have been nicer to return at 7 p.m. as planned, rather than at 5 p.m. Overall, we really enjoyed the trip! Thank you to the providers for such a wonderful experience.
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    Big Country Travel
    Hello, Tatiana! Thank you for your feedback! We are glad that you enjoyed your trip and appreciated the accommodation and the overall organization of the tour! We will convey to the host your comment on the duration of the tour on the first day. We will be glad to see you on our other tours in Russia!
  • EK
    Elena Kravchenko
    about provider
    16 Mar, 2026
    Whoever organized this tour did a fantastic job: you deserve a piece of cake 🎂
  • O
    Olga
    about provider
    4 Nov, 2025
    Everything about the organization of the tour was excellent: everything ran smoothly and on time.