Two Kremlins with a walk in the Pushkin Mountains

A summer trip through two cities with an ancient history!

Veliky Novgorod will be remembered for its ancient architecture and fascinating views. You will explore the well–kept territory of the Kremlin and visit St. Sophia Cathedral, the oldest surviving church in Russia. Take a walk around Yaroslav's Courtyard, appreciate the unusual Hanseatic Fountain and immerse yourself in the shopping traditions of the city.

And after that you will get to know Pskov: visit the Pskov-Pechersk Monastery, walk through the ancient Izborsk fortress, inspect the towers of the Pskov Kremlin and admire Gorodishchensky Lake. But it is impossible to visit the Pskov land and feel it to the end without visiting the unique historical, literary and natural landscape museum-reserve named after A.S. Pushkin, where you will spend the whole day.

Location

Veliky Novgorod
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Duration
4 Days
3 Nights
Departures
  • Group departures
    • 1 – 4 May
    • 8 – 11 May
    • 15 – 18 May
    • 22 – 25 May
or
Accommodation
  • Hotel
    1 night
Comfort
  • Upscale
Difficulty
Easy
Suitable for everyone
Group
From 3 to 50 tourists
Group meet at
Veliky Novgorod
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Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

By Pushkin places
You will discover the places of life and work of the great poet, you will be able to forget about modernity for a while and imagine yourself as a resident of another era
Pskov through the centuries
Discover the rich history of the city, visit the Pskov-Pechersk Monastery and the ancient defensive towers
The greatness of Novgorod
Explore the towers and walls of the Kremlin, the oldest church of St. Sophia Cathedral and the symbol of Novgorod — the monument "1000th anniversary of Russia"

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Arrival in Veliky Novgorod. City sightseeing tour

    6:20-10:30 arrival in Veliky Novgorod. Meeting with the guide at the main entrance to the railway station from the platform. Check the meeting details the day before.

    Transfer to the hotel. Check-out time in hotels is 14:00. Early check-in for an additional fee. Book in advance.

    Breakfast at the hotel restaurant. For tourists arriving after 10:00, breakfast is replaced with lunch.

    Collection from hotels in the city.

    • 10:30 a.m. Volkhov Hotel 4*.
    • 10:45 a.m. Intourist 3* hotel.
    • 11:00 Sadko 3* hotel.

    There may be a slight delay in the delivery of the vehicle. In this situation, we recommend that you keep in touch with the guide.

    11:00 3-hour walking tour.

    A walk through the quiet streets of the old town with preserved buildings of the XVIII-XIX centuries. During the tour, you will see the remains of a stone fortress wall of the 14th century and the world–famous Church of the Savior on Ilyin (without setting), walk along a beautiful pedestrian street - Novgorodsky Arbat, find out what Ancient Torg and Yaroslav's Courtyard looked like in the past.

    The Hanseatic Fountain is a symbol of the union of Hanseatic cities of modern times. Photo from Novgorodochka.

    The transition from the Trading side to the Sofia side.

    Detinets – stone chronicle of Veliky Novgorod. The Kremlin – walls and 9 preserved towers.

    "Monument to the 1000th anniversary of Russia".

    The Cathedral of St. Sophia of the Wisdom of God, 1045-1050, is the oldest church in Russia. "where Sofia is, Novgorod is here" (enter on your own).

    Sofia Belfry (without sunset).

    The faceted (Lordly) chamber. Guided tour of the expositions "The Chamber of Archbishop Euthymius II in the courtyard of the Novgorod Kremlin" "jewelry and decorative arts of the V-XVII centuries".

    14:00 Lunch at the Geografiya restaurant in the city center – extra charge. 1000 rubles/person.

    We recommend booking with a tour due to the inability to purchase lunch on the spot.

    Free time in the city center.

    Independent sightseeing according to the guest's card.

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  • Day 2 - Auto-guided tour of the city and surroundings "To the stars of the blue domes". Transfer to Pskov
  • Day 3 - Museum-Reserve named after A.S. Pushkin
  • Day 4 - Sightseeing tour of Pskov. Excursion "Izborsk is wonderful and Krylata fortress". Completion of the program
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Hotel
    1 night
Comfort
  • Upscale

The tour includes accommodation in a hotel of your choice in Veliky Novgorod (1 night) and in the Rizhskaya 3* hotel in Pskov (2 nights).

Accommodation in Novgorod (optional)

Pskov/ Rizhskaya 3*

½ DBL

High season/holidays

SNG

High season/holidays

Extra bed (3rd in a standard Euro cot room)

High season/holidays

Extra day accommodation

½ DBL/ SNG/extra seat 

High season

Sadko 3* breakfast is Swedish. table31900 /35300 34100 /37100 30900 /33400 2300 /2900 /1600 
Intourist 3* breakfast is Swedish. table32600 /35600 36900 /40300 30500 /33400 2850 /5100/1200 
Volkhov 4* breakfast buffet. table36200 /39100 38600 /41400 33300 /35600 5200 /6000 /2500.
Bianchi 4* breakfast buffet. table39400 /4180047700 /50100 33200 /35600 7600 /12800 /2900 

Discount for a child under 14 years of age for any accommodation – 500 rubles.

Holiday arrivals: May 1-4, May 8-11, June 12-15.

Sadko Hotel 3* or Intourist Hotel 3* or 1 night
Sadko Hotel 3*

The Sadko Hotel is located in the historical part of Veliky Novgorod. This hotel offers rooms and suites with refrigerators, as well as free parking. The hotel is located just 300 metres from the M10 motorway.

Sadko 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 in the Sadko restaurant. Guests can enjoy homemade cakes at the cafe, as well as a selection of drinks at the lobby bar. There is also a shop in the hotel where handmade souvenirs from Novgorod are sold.

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Intourist Hotel 3*

Intourist Hotel is located in the historical district of Veliky Novgorod, a 15-minute walk from the city center and the Kremlin. The rooms at the hotel are equipped with a work desk and a TV.

Guests can get information about city tours at the Intourist Hotel's tour desk. For the convenience of guests, the hotel's reception is open 24 hours a day.

The restaurant serves a buffet breakfast and dinner with local and international dishes.

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Volkhov 4*

The Volkhov Hotel is located in the center of Veliky Novgorod, a few minutes' walk from the ancient Kremlin and the Sofia Embankment. It offers rooms with free Wi-Fi.

The rooms are equipped 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 dishes of European and Russian cuisine. The lobby bar serves a variety of wines and other drinks.

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The Bianchi Hotel

The Bianchi Hotel is located in Veliky Novgorod. It offers parking and free Wi-Fi.

The hotel can accommodate from one to four people. The rooms have all the necessary furniture, bed linen, towels. The bathroom has toiletries and cosmetics. Dry cleaning and laundry services are available for an additional fee. The room is cleaned daily.

There is a coffee shop and a bar on site. Breakfast can be ordered in the room.

There are public transport stops, chain stores, and some local attractions within walking distance. Cafes and restaurants are 100 m away. The river is 200 meters away. The distance to the railway station is 4 km.

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Rizhskaya 3* Hotel in Pskov

Surrounded by a picturesque park, this traditional hotel is located in the center of Pskov, just a 7-minute drive from Trinity Cathedral. It offers spacious rooms, a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant.

Rooms at the Rizhskaya Hotel are decorated in a classic style and feature a homely interior with patterned carpets and fabrics. Each room has a TV with satellite channels, a refrigerator and free toiletries.

The beautiful restaurant of the Rizhskaya Hotel offers traditional dishes from the Pskov Region and a charming view of the nearby park. A varied buffet breakfast is also served in the morning.

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Tour conditions

Group
From 3 to 50 tourists
Duration
4 days 3 nights
Group meets at
Veliky Novgorod

Included in price

  • accommodation in a hotel of the selected category;
  • 4 breakfasts, 2 lunches in Pskov;
  • guide services, tour service, entrance fees;
  • transfer meeting/departure/car tours;
  • as a gift: a guest card (a single electronic card for tourists, which gives the right to free access to museums and excursions, as well as including favorable offers and discounts);
  • travel to Pskov (bus/railway).

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Veliky Novgorod and back from Pskov;
  • meals in V. Novgorod – 1 lunch 1000 rubles / 1 person. We recommend booking with a tour due to the inability to purchase lunch on the spot.;
  • personal expenses.

It's important to know

Are plane tickets included in the tour price?

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

Is insurance included in the price of the tour?

Dates and Prices

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    1 – 4 May 4 days 3 nights
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    8 – 11 May 4 days 3 nights
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    15 – 18 May 4 days 3 nights
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    22 – 25 May 4 days 3 nights
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    5 – 8 Jun 4 days 3 nights
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