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An exciting journey into the heart of ancient Russia — Veliky Novgorod reveals its secrets! Stroll through the majestic Kremlin, climb the Sofia Belfry and immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the Middle Ages, admiring the unique treasures of the Faceted Chamber and the history of Yaroslav's Courtyard.

On the second day, there is a picturesque hermitage and monasteries on the banks of the Volkhov River, where the pagan past and Christian heritage are intertwined. Visit the museum of wooden architecture and feel the spirit of antiquity, and the tour will end with an introduction to the Khutyn monastery and monastic traditions. An unforgettable experience and spiritual immersion are guaranteed!

Location

Saint-Petersburg

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Tour highlights

Ascent to the Sofia Belfry

Take a look at the ancient city from a height, feel the spirit of the Middle Ages and take stunning photos with a panorama of Novgorod.

A treasure trove of history

You will see the Faceted Chamber, an architectural masterpiece of the XV century with a collection of rare objects of decorative and applied art and unique temple utensils.

Russian Antiquity Reserve

Take a walk through the "Vitoslavlitsy" among wooden huts, churches and a forge that tell about the life and everyday life of our ancestors.

Itinerary

Day 1 - Veliky Novgorod City Tour
08:45 Bus pick-up at the address: Moskovskaya metro station, Demonstration passage (behind the monument to V. I. Lenin), group boarding.
09:00 Departure to Novgorod, guided tour of the highway (190 km).
12:30 Arrival in Novgorod.
Guided tour of the Novgorod Kremlin: the territory, the monument "The Millennium of Russia", the Kremlin Battle March tour along the fortress wall or the ascent to the Sofia Belfry.
St. Sophia Cathedral tour.
Excursion to the Faceted (Lordly) Chamber, an architectural monument of the XV century. The collection features high-end examples of decorative and applied art, gold and silver work, miniature bone and stone carvings from the medieval period, and unique temple utensils.
Walking tour of Yaroslav's Courtyard and Torg, a historical architectural complex on the Commercial side of Veliky Novgorod (external inspection of churches and buildings).
16:00 Lunch at a cafe for an additional fee (optional). Placement.

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Day 2 - Perynsky hermitage. Visiting monasteries. Excursion to the Museum of Wooden architecture "Vitoslavlitsy"
Breakfast at the hotel (buffet).
11:00 Bus tour with a visit to the Perynsky Hermitage, the most picturesque place at the source of the Volkhov River, where the city was baptized, and where in ancient times one of the largest pagan sanctuaries of the Eastern Slavs was located — the temple of the thunder god Perun.
Excursion to St. George's Monastery with a visit to St. George's Cathedral.
Excursion to the Museum of wooden architecture "Vitoslavlitsy" — an architectural and natural reserve of wooden architecture with Russian huts, churches, a forge, with objects of peasant life and tools.
16:00 Lunch at a cafe for an additional fee (optional).
Excursion to the Hutyn monastery of the 12th century. Those who wish may venerate the relics of St. Peter the Great. Varlaam Khutynsky. You can buy dairy products from the monastery.
Departure.
Arrival in St. Petersburg at about 21:30.

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Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Hotel

1 night

Comfort

Midscale
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The tour provides accommodation at a campsite or in a hotel of your choice.

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

Sadko Hotel 3*

Dates	Placement	Price
05.07-06.07.2025, 09.08-10.08.2025, 20.09-01.09.2025, 18.10-19.10.2025	2-bed standard	11 980
	Additional place	10 900
	1-bed room	12 890
03.11-04.11.2025	2-bed standard	13 180
	Additional place	10 980
	1-bed room	13 700

Beresta Park Hotel 4*

Dates	Placement	Price
05.07-06.07.2025, 09.08-10.08.2025, 20.09-01.09.2025, 18.10-19.10.2025	2-bed standard	14 140
	Additional place	11 670
	1-bed room	17 360
03.11-04.11.2025	2-bed standard	17 300
	Additional place	11 740
	1-bed room	22 720

Package of meals (2 lunches) — 1400 rubles/person.

Discount for students under 14 years of age — 700 rubles, for students over 14 years of age, for students - 400 rubles—

Sadko

Sadko Hotel is located in Veliky Novgorod. It offers free Wi-Fi.

It offers comfortable rooms equipped with modern appliances and furniture.

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.

Nearby is the center of the historical and architectural complex of monuments of Yaroslav's Courtyard, the Church of the Savior on Ilyina Street with frescoes by Theophanes the Greek, the Sergei Rachmaninov Center for Musical Culture.

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Another option

Beresta Park Hotel

Beresta Park Hotel is located in the center of Veliky Novgorod, close to various attractions and recreation areas.

The room stock is represented by various categories of rooms, which are decorated in a single style. The modern interior and cozy atmosphere are complemented by comfortable furniture and necessary amenities: TV and telephone. There is a hairdryer in the bathroom.

The on-site restaurant will delight guests with a wide range of dishes on the menu.

You can hold a business event of any format in the spacious conference hall for 200 people. It is equipped with necessary appliances and furniture.

The spa center with a swimming pool and sauna is an excellent choice for relaxing after a hard day. Within walking distance there is a spacious amusement park with access to the river. The distance to Pulkovo Airport is 152.1 km, to the railway station - 2.6 km.

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Tour conditions

Group

From 10 to 45 tourists

Minimum age

5 years old

Duration

2 days 1 night

Group meets at

Saint-Petersburg

Included in price

habitation;
meals included in the program: 1 breakfast (buffet) at the hotel;
transportation service (for a group of less than 18 people, minibus service);
guided tour service with entrance tickets;
guide services.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to St. Petersburg and back;
meals not included in the program: lunches (2 lunches 1400 rubles, paid in advance) and dinners;
personal expenses.

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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