A trip along the Volkhov River. Holidays in Veliky Novgorod and Pskov

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Immerse yourself in a journey through the ancient land of Novgorod and its shrines, where history is intertwined with legends. Monasteries, rich architecture, and stories about grand dukes and shrines preserved for centuries await you.

Experience the atmosphere of ancient Russian wealth and spirituality as you stroll through the Kremlin and its picturesque surroundings. Finally, a trip to the mysterious Pskov with its fortresses and legendary history, which will leave an unforgettable impression.

Location

Veliky Novgorod

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Tour highlights

The spiritual place of Pechora

Visit the Pskov-Pechora Monastery and feel the atmosphere of humility, patience and love that unites believers from all over the world.

The Keys of the Twelve Apostles

Visit the Slovenian natural landmark, the cascade of keys, revered as an Orthodox shrine.

The heart of ancient Russia

Take a walk around the Kremlin. Admire the majestic walls and towers of Detinets, St. Sophia Cathedral and the Bell of Veliky Novgorod

Itinerary

Day 1 - Kremlin Complex Tour
Arrival in Novgorod (we only meet the 07:06 train from Moscow No. 42; guests from St. Petersburg are kindly requested to arrive before 08:00). Meeting with the guide at the railway station at the main entrance from the platform.
Guaranteed hotel accommodation at 14:00. Morning check-in if possible. You can leave your belongings free of charge in the luggage room of the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Tour of the Kremlin complex "Walls and Towers of the Ancient Detinets" in 1044. The walls and towers of the Ancient Kremlin were laid by Yaroslav the Wise, a Veche was held here, a Mayor was elected, and the Likhudov Building was chronicled.
St. Sophia Cathedral (XI century) is an outstanding monument of ancient Russian architecture, the St. Sophia Bell Tower of the XYI century and a unique collection of ancient bells of Veliky Novgorod (XVI-XVII centuries).
The monument "The Millennium of Russia" is an encyclopedia of the Russian state, imprinted in bronze — it is a chronicle of the thousand–year history of the Russian state.
Day 2 - Excursion to the residence of the Novgorod Lords
Breakfast at the hotel.
Excursion to the residence of the Novgorod lords. The Faceted Chamber is the treasury of Veliky Novgorod.
Visit to the Vladyka and Crusade Chambers – jewelry art of the VI-XIX centuries. There are more than 200 exhibits, among them there are masterpieces of world significance and all famous techniques known in medieval art are represented.
Guided tour "The history of Novgorod from ancient times to the present day": a rich world of ancient objects (handicrafts, weapons, jewelry, musical instruments, chess, children's toys, masks) dating back to the Neolithic and late Middle Ages. The program is 2 hours long.

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Day 3 - Yaroslavovo Dvorishche and "Vitoslavlitsy".
Breakfast at the hotel.
Country tour: We invite you to a fascinating and informative excursion "To the origins of Russia!".
We will visit an amazing place — Yaroslav's Courtyard, where you will hear what the Novgorod veche was about, why there are so many temples on the territory of the auction and where the princely court of the famous Russian Prince Yaroslav the Wise was located.
The acquaintance with the history of the ancient city will continue in the picturesque southern surroundings, where the monastery of St. George, one of the oldest in Russia, is hidden from view.
The monastery is located at the source of the Volkhov River, flowing from the legendary Lake Ilmen.
And the route will end with a walk through the Novgorod village in the Museum of Wooden Architecture "Vitoslavlitsy".
You will touch the traditions of the Russian countryside and learn a lot of interesting things: how huts were built without a single nail, get acquainted with the life of Novgorod peasants. The fabulous beauty of the interiors will not leave anyone indifferent! Duration: 3 hours.
Lunch.
17:28 Transfer to Pskov by Swallow.
21:50 Arrival in Pskov.
Transfer to the hotel of the selected category. Accommodation in a hotel in Pskov.
Day 4 - Guided tours of the Pskov region
Breakfast at the hotel.
Room release.
Sightseeing tour of Pskov: Kremlin, Dovmont city, Trinity Cathedral, Zahab, walls and towers of the Kremlin, Pokrovskaya Tower and the Church of the Intercession and the Nativity of the Virgin from the Breach.
As well as the Varlaamovskaya Tower and the walls of the roundabout city, merchant chambers, temples and chapels, monuments to Prince Alexander Nevsky and Equal-to-the-Apostles Princess Olga.
Departure to Izborsk.
Excursion to the "Reserved Izborsk", the history of the ancient Truvorovo settlement and the Izborsk fortress, the miraculous Slovenian keys.
Transfer to Pechory.
Lunch.
Excursion to the active Pskov-Pechora Holy Dormition Monastery, an Orthodox shrine for all Christian believers in the world, where the spirit of humility, patience and love is found.
Return to Pskov.
Transfer to the railway station (to train No. 10 Pskov — Moscow, departure at 19:30; No. 812 Pskov-Saint Petersburg).

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Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Tour organizer's comments

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Accommodation

Hotel

3 nights

Comfort

Upscale

The tour provides accommodation in a hotel of your choice in Veliky Novgorod and Pskov.

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

Veliky Novgorod, gost / Pskov, gost.	Place in 2-bed room	Place in 1-bed room	3rd adult for an additional location
"Sadko" 3* Swedish. table Pskov, gost. Oktyabrskaya 3/ gost. "Rizhskaya" 3 Swedish. table	35776	37952	30016
Akron is 5* Swedish. table Pskov, gost. Zolotaya Embankment	55616	74816	-
Intourist 3* Breakfast complex until 02/28 Pskov, gost. Oktyabrskaya 3/ gost. "Rizhskaya" 3 Swedish. table	37376	46848	29696
"Volkhov" 3 * Sweden. table Pskov, gost. Zolotaya Embankment	43840	49984	33728

A discount for a child under 14 years of age for any accommodation option is 400 rubles.

The Volkhov Hotel

The Volkhov Hotel is located in the center of Veliky Novgorod, within walking distance of the ancient Kremlin and Sofiyskaya Embankment.

It offers rooms with free Wi-Fi. The rooms come with a private bathroom, a TV and a mini fridge. The windows overlook the park or the courtyard.

The Volkhov Hotel's restaurant serves delicious European and Russian cuisine. The lobby bar serves a variety of wines and other beverages.

A Finnish sauna is available on site.

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Sadko Hotel

Sadko Hotel is located in the historical part of Veliky Novgorod.

The hotel is located in a 5-storey building. All rooms at the hotel have cable TV and a private bathroom.

A wide range of Russian and European dishes are served at the Sadko Restaurant. Guests can enjoy homemade cakes at the cafe, as well as a selection of drinks at the lobby bar.

Guests can visit the Sadko Hotel's hairdressing salon during their stay at the hotel. The hotel also has a shop selling handmade souvenirs from Novgorod.

The hotel is located about 1 km from St. Sophia Cathedral and 2 km from Lake Ilmen. Moscow and Saint Petersburg can be reached directly via the nearby M10 motorways.

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Intourist Hotel

The Intourist Hotel is located in Veliky Novgorod. It offers free access to a free Wi-Fi network. Car owners will be able to use private parking. If necessary, you can use a washing machine and ironing facilities.

The hotel offers 118 rooms decorated in a modern style. They are equipped with everything that is so necessary for a cozy and comfortable stay. The bathroom must have a hairdryer and personal hygiene products.

In the morning, you can order a delicious breakfast at a reasonable price. Groceries can be purchased at nearby stores and supermarkets. You can also have a delicious meal at the nearest restaurant.

A conference hall for 60 people is available on site especially for business people. It is fully equipped with special appliances and furniture.

Next to the hotel there is the Church of Simeon the God-Receiver, the Dostoevsky Drama Theater, as well as the Dukhov Monastery. The distance to the airport is approximately 187 kilometers.

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Akron

"Acron Hotel Veliky Novgorod a member of Radisson Individuals" is a stylish and comfortable hotel located near the Kremlin Park in Veliky Novgorod.

The modern rooms are equipped with a bed with a high-quality mattress, bedside lamps and sockets for additional convenience, free internet, as well as an individual bathroom with toiletries and a set of towels.

You can taste delicious dishes and drinks, as well as enjoy the panoramic view of the city at the Proun restaurant. The hotel also has a lobby bar.

Additional benefits include a fitness center, a year—round indoor pool, and a spa. Nearby you can find many iconic places of the city, including the Museum of Fine Arts, the Novgorod Kremlin, the Magdeburg Gates, the Church of the Intercession of the Virgin and many others. The nearest train station is 0.9 km away, and Pulkovo airport is 152.8 km away.

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Oktyabrskaya Hotel

The Oktyabrskaya Hotel is located on the main avenue in the historically and culturally rich city center. Guests are welcomed here with an extensive list of services, including 24—hour front desk service, free Wi-Fi connection, paid parking, cafes and family rooms.

A wide range of rooms offers a choice of 101 rooms. This is a great option for those who appreciate the coziness and comfort of home.

There is a cafe on site where buffet breakfasts are served.

The hotel is surrounded by important city attractions, including the ancient churches of the architectural school, the Pogankin Chambers museum complex and buildings from Pskov's provincial past. In the evening, you can brighten up your leisure time by walking through the nearest parks and embankments, examining the ancient fortress walls and monuments.

The tour desk advises individual visitors and groups. Here you can purchase sightseeing tours of the memorable places of the city and the region according to special programs. Thanks to the well—developed road system, the journey from the railway station will take about 15 minutes, and from the airport - 25 minutes.

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The Rizhskaya Hotel

Rizhskaya Hotel is 1.3 km from the center of Pskov. Parking is provided for motorists.

There are 233 rooms of different categories and capacities for guests, which are equipped with everything necessary for a comfortable stay, for example: a comfortable bed with clean linens, bedside furniture, sockets near the bed, a desk, a TV and a private bathroom. A high-speed internet point is available.

Each room has a refrigerator. You can dine in the hotel's restaurant, which serves traditional dishes from the Pskov region and the Baltic States.

The conference hall has a capacity of 60 seats and is ideal for business meetings, conferences, seminars.

You can visit the Riga Park, the Youth House, the Puppet Theater. The distance to the train station is 3.4 km, to the airport — 5 km.

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Zolotaya Embankment Hotel

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Tour conditions

Group

From 2 to 40 tourists

Minimum age

5 years old

Duration

4 days 3 nights

Group meets at

Veliky Novgorod

Included in price

accommodation in the hotel of the selected category;
meals included in the program: 4 breakfasts and 4 lunches;
tour service;
transportation support according to the tour program;
Veliky Novgorod — Pskov railway tickets;
group meeting and departure at the railway station;
guide services.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Veliky Novgorod and back from Pskov;
personal expenses;
meals not included in the program: dinners;
additional excursions (the cost should be checked with the guide).

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.

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I really enjoyed the excursions. The guides’ stories were fascinating and rich in historical detail. We learned a lot about Russia’s history and were very pleased overall.

A trip along the Volkhov River. Holidays in Veliky Novgorod and Pskov

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