The legendary monasteries of Nizhny Novgorod. Summer-Autumn

We invite you to take a three-day trip to the holy and historical sites of Nizhny Novgorod land: you will visit ancient Nizhny Novgorod, visit the blessed monastery in Diveevo and the majestic Makaryevsky monastery. Unforgettable impressions, spiritual discoveries and immersion in the rich heritage of Russian Orthodoxy and architecture await you.

Location

Nizhniy Novgorod
from
$340
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Duration
3 days
2 nights
Departures
5 - 7 Jun
7 - 9 Jun
12 - 14 Jun
14 - 16 Jun
19 - 21 Jun
21 - 23 Jun
26 - 28 Jun
28 - 30 Jun
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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Weekdays: 8am - 8pm
Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

Holy Spring
We will collect holy water, and if desired, we can plunge into the spring
The ancient Nizhny Novgorod Kremlin
We will hear the legends and legends that surround the construction of the towers of the Nizhny Novgorod Kremlin
The promenade along Bolshaya Pokrovskaya
We will make a wish from a bronze Cheerful Goat, admire the ancient buildings, and at the same time buy interesting souvenirs
The monastery in Diveevo
We will walk through the territory of the Diveevsky monastery, get acquainted with its history and customs in the monastery

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Sightseeing tour of Nizhny Novgorod with a visit to the Rukavishnikov Estate

    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 Hotel (for those arriving early or on the eve of the tour)

    11:30 Departure for the excursion program.

    Short description:

    • 11:30-13:30 bus part of the tour (2 hours) with stops at the central attractions$
    • 13:30-14:30 walking tour of the Nizhny Novgorod Kremlin (1 hour);
    • 14:45 lunch at a cafe in the city (1 hour);
    • 15:30 Walking tour of Bolshaya Pokrovskaya Street (1 hour);
    • 16:30 Guided tour of the Rukavishnikov Manor Museum (1 hour);
    • Transfer to the hotel. Check-in free time.

    During the trip, you will discover the main symbols of the city: the majestic Chkalovskaya Staircase, the monumental Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, the monumental monument to Maxim Gorky, as well as the pearl of architecture of the XVII century — the ancient Stroganov (Christmas) Church.

    The route runs through the most picturesque corners of the city: you will stroll along the atmospheric streets — Malaya Pokrovskaya, Rozhdestvenskaya and Ilyinskaya, enjoy the panoramas of the Verkhnevolzhskaya and Nizhnevolzhskaya embankments.

    Special attention will be paid to the iconic squares of the city — Minin and Pozharsky, Maxim Gorky.

    And the most impressive moments are waiting for you on the observation decks, which offer breathtaking views of the zarechnaya part of the city.

    Do not miss the opportunity to admire the panorama from the highest embankment of the Volga River, offering stunning views of the majestic Volga expanses!

    13:30 On a sightseeing tour, you will take a walk around the Nizhny Novgorod Kremlin, an ancient fortress built in the early 16th century. This is a very important defensive structure, which has never been captured by enemies in its history.

    The Kremlin houses the oldest cathedral in the city, Mikhailo-Archangelsky.

    It was built in the 17th century, and the famous Nizhny Novgorod resident Kozma Minin is buried there.

    If you look at the Kremlin from the Volga, it looks like a beautiful stone ornament that lies on the slopes of the Dyatlov Mountains.

    14:45 Lunch at a cafe in the city (included in the price).

    Bolshaya Pokrovskaya is the main pedestrian street of Nizhny Novgorod.

    On the tour, you will learn interesting stories about ancient buildings and their owners, hear stories about famous Nizhny Novgorod merchants and patrons who built this area, get acquainted with the biographies of famous people who lived here, and learn how the main street of the city has changed over the centuries.

    Next, we invite you to the magnificent Rukavishnikov Estate, a luxurious 19th—century neo-Baroque merchant mansion, where you will learn about the history of the famous Nizhny Novgorod dynasty of industrialists, see exquisite state halls with authentic furniture and interior items of that era, appreciate the unique architecture of the building and learn about the way of life and traditions of the rich merchant class of pre-revolutionary Russia.

    17:30 The end of the excursion program on Minin Square.

    Boarding the bus.

    Transfer to the hotel.

    Self-settlement.

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  • Day 2 - Excursion to Diveevo and Arzamas
  • Day 3 - Excursion to the Makaryevsky monastery and Sergievskaya Sloboda
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.:

PlacementDouble roomSingle roomTriple room
Reddy 3* (former Ibis)
or a similar one
26 10034 20024 900
Marins Park Hotel 4*, or
similar
31 20039 00028 200
The REDDY Hotel or Marins Park Hotel Nizhny Novgorod Congress Hotel 2 nights
The REDDY Hotel

This modern hotel is located in Nizhny Novgorod, just a 5-minute walk from Pokrovskaya Street, the historic shopping center of the city. It offers soundproofed rooms with a TV, free Wi-Fi, and a 24-hour snack bar.

Each air-conditioned room features elegant wooden floors and a bathroom with a spacious shower.

The Mediterranean-style restaurant serves a variety of breakfasts and a la carte dishes.

Nizhny Novgorod Kremlin is only 1.5 km from the hotel. The famous Nizhny Novgorod Art Gallery is less than 2 km away.

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;
  • guided tour service;
  • accommodation in a hotel of the selected category for 2 nights;
  • Meals: 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches;
  • city of Nizhny Novgorod tour;
  • visit to the Rukavishnikov Manor Museum;
  • excursion to Arzamas and Diveevo;
  • guided visit to the Makaryevsky Monastery;
  • excursion to the spiritual enlightenment center “Sergievskaya Sloboda".

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Nizhny Novgorod and back;
  • Meals: breakfast on the first day, dinners;
  • personal expenses;
  • tour service on the territory of Diveevsky monastery;
  • visiting sites that are not included in the program.

It's important to know

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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

  • $340
    5 – 7 Jun 3 days 2 nights
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  • $340
    7 – 9 Jun 3 days 2 nights
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  • $340
    12 – 14 Jun 3 days 2 nights
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  • $340
    14 – 16 Jun 3 days 2 nights
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  • $340
    19 – 21 Jun 3 days 2 nights
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Reviews Leave a review

  • TZ
    Tatiana Zharkova
    about provider
    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.