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

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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Duration
4 Days
3 Nights
Departures
  • Group departures
    • 15 – 18 May
    • 22 – 25 May
    • 29 May – 1 June
    • 5 – 8 June
or
Accommodation
  • Hotel
    3 nights
Comfort
  • Upscale
Difficulty
Easy
Suitable for everyone
Group
From 2 to 40 tourists
Minimum age
5 years old
Group meet at
Veliky Novgorod
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Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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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 - Bus tour "Journey to the shrines of the Novgorod land"

    Arrival in Novgorod (we meet the train from Moscow and St. Petersburg). 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.

    Bus tour "Journey to the shrines of the Novgorod land". Nikolo-Vyazhishchsky Convent is a unique architectural ensemble (XVII-XVIII centuries).

    The main monastery Cathedral of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker, St. Euphemia, where there is a shrine with the relics of St. Euphemia, Archbishop of Novgorod the Wonderworker.

    The Spaso-Preobrazhensky Varlaamo-Khutynsky Convent is an architectural ensemble of the XVI-XIX centuries. It attracts many tourists and pilgrims. The life of the monastery is closely connected with the name of its founder, Varlaam Khutynsky.

    The Transfiguration Cathedral houses the relics of St. Barlaam, and the ashes of the great Russian poet and statesman Gavriil Romanovich Derzhavin rest here. There is also a holy hill, a chapel and a well with holy water on the territory of the monastery.

    Lunch.

  • Day 2 - Interactive program "The Great Guest". Tour of the Kremlin complex "Walls and towers of Ancient Detinets"
  • Day 3 - Excursion to the residence of the Novgorod lords. Granovitaya Palata – the treasury of Veliky Novgorod
  • Day 4 - Guided tours of the Pskov region
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone
Tour organizer's comments

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Accommodation

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.:

Hotel in Veliky Novgorod / hotel in PskovA place in a 2-bed roomA place in a 1-bed room3rd adult for an additional location

"Sadko" 3* Swedish. table

Pskov, gost. Oktyabrskaya 3*/ gost. "Rizhskaya" 3* Swedish. table

333363487228600

Intourist 3* Swedish. table

Pskov, gost. Oktyabrskaya 3*/ gost. "Rizhskaya" 3* Swedish. table

332083999228600

"Volkhov" 4 * Swedish. table

Pskov, gost. Zolotaya Embankment 3*

392244415232184

"Volkhov" 4 * Sweden. table

Pskov, gost. Pokrovsky 4*

424244741633336

A discount for a child under 14 years of age for any accommodation option is 700 rubles.

The Volkhov Hotel or Sadko Hotel or 2 nights
The Volkhov Hotel

The Volkhov Hotel is the oldest operating hotel in Veliky Novgorod. The housewarming party in the historical center of the city on Predtechenskaya Street took place back in 1959, on August 8, and was timed to coincide with the celebrations dedicated to the 1,100-year anniversary of the oldest Russian city.

Initially, the hotel had 108 rooms, its main decoration was a marble staircase.
The complete reconstruction of the building, carried out in 1998-1999, turned the hotel into a modern, comfortable hotel that meets all standards. Moreover, without violating the original architectural design, while preserving all the positive features of a solid building.

In 2013-2014, a large-scale renovation of the halls and rooms was carried out, and the hotel was transformed again. The hotel's rooms and exterior are updated every year.

The hotel provides technically equipped conference rooms and a meeting room for business people, and a travel agency and souvenir shop for tourists. And for everyone, there are cozy rooms and a lobby bar with fresh press, a European—level restaurant and a library.

The Volkhov Hotel is located in the very center of the city, a two-minute walk from the Kremlin.

Modern technical equipment, service, proximity to the city's business center and convenient transport links provide guests with comfortable conditions for both active work and leisure.

At your service:

  • 123 cozy rooms;
  • free Wi-Fi;
  • Marusya Restaurant;
  • Lobby bar;
  • two conference halls with 50 seats;
  • parking lot;
  • billiard;
  • organization of sightseeing and transportation services, tours, master classes;
  • laundry service;
  • safe deposit box (at the reception), luggage storage.
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Another option
Sadko Hotel

The best hotel of its class in Veliky Novgorod. The hotel is named after the hero of Russian epics. Sadko Hotel complex is located in the historical part of Veliky Novgorod near the city center – the Kremlin.

Monuments of medieval architecture, unique museum collections, preserved picturesque landscape, convenient geographical location create excellent conditions for productive work and a good rest at the Sadko Hotel. 

The hotel was renovated in 2006 and is currently undergoing partial renovation of rooms (20203). 
Number of rooms: 171 rooms – consists of 77 single rooms (this is the largest hotel of its class in terms of single rooms in the city), 75 double rooms, 5 junior suites and 14 suites.

The rooms are equipped with TV and telephone, bathroom/shower, toilet, necessary furniture: bed, desk, chair, bedside table, lounge chair (in all except double rooms), mirror, wardrobe. A city telephone directory is provided free of charge, and a hairdryer and iron are provided upon request.

We are pleased to inform you that all rooms of the hotel are equipped with WI-FI access to Restaurants and bars: A cozy homely atmosphere has been created for guests in the restaurant of the Sadko Hotel. Friendly staff, legendary richness of the Russian table, healthy products and reasonable prices are waiting for you. 

The menu will delight guests with an abundance and variety of dishes, half of which are branded. Express cafe (winter and summer options) The hotel offers: On the ground floor there is a conference hall with 50 seats, a souvenir kiosk, and a hairdresser. Foreign languages of service: English, German.

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Another option
Intourist Hotel

Intourist is a convenient hotel for tourists and business people in the center of Veliky Novgorod.

The Novgorod Kremlin, St. Sophia Cathedral, the regional and city administrations, important sports facilities of the city, concert venues, and a drama theater are within walking distance from the hotel.

The Intourist Hotel offers its guests 118 comfortable rooms of various categories and prices. There are rooms for people with reduced mobility.

Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, including in the rooms.

Additional services: restaurant services, conference room, business center services.
Round-the-clock security, video surveillance in public areas, safes and luggage storage are the key to the safety of your stay at the Intourist Hotel.

There is no smoking in the rooms of the Intourist Hotel.

Check-out time at the hotel is 12.00, check-in time is 14:00. If rooms are available, it is possible to check in ahead of check-in time at no extra charge.

We accept cash/non-cash rubles, Visa, MasterCard, Maestro bank cards for payment.

Intourist – reliability, quality, affordable prices!

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Oktyabrskaya Hotel or The Rizhskaya Hotel or 1 night

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 (landmark for Moscow train No. 42/41);
  • 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

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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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