Two Kremlins. Pskov and Veliky Novgorod for the New Year holidays

We invite you to the New Year holidays in Veliky Novgorod and Pskov – two cities with an ancient history, so similar and so different at the same time. 

Admire the beauty of Veliky Novgorod, one of the oldest cities in the country. It is famous for its unique architectural monuments, including the Kremlin Square with the Detinets, St. Sophia Cathedral and many others. Pskov will amaze you with its mystery and mystery. Here you will find many fabulous fortresses, architectural monuments and ancient monasteries. 

Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the Middle Ages, stroll through the ancient streets and learn a lot about the history of these cities. 

Location

Veliky Novgorod
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Duration
4 Days
3 Nights
Departures
  • Group departures
    • Dates for next season
    • 2 – 5 January, 2026
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Accommodation
  • Hotel
    3 nights
Comfort
  • Upscale
  • Premium
Difficulty
Easy
Suitable for everyone
Group
From 10 to 40 tourists
Minimum age
7 years old
Group meet at
Veliky Novgorod
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Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

Lunch in Novgorod style
You will taste a salad with hot smoked pike perch, rich cabbage soup with sour cream, fragrant stewed pork with mashed potatoes and hot sbiten with gingerbread
Open-air Museum
You will see one of the most powerful fortresses in Europe and Russia, consisting of 5 belts of stone walls with 39 battle towers, secrets and traps
A wonderful village
Visit Vitoslavlitsy, an architectural and natural reserve of wooden architecture in the Novgorod region

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Sightseeing tour in Veliky Novgorod

    06:24 (Moscow time)/10:26 (St. Petersburg) Estimated time of arrival in Veliky Novgorod.

    Meeting with the guide at the main entrance to the railway station from the platform. The meeting data is posted the day before.

    Transfer to the hotel.

    Accommodation (in the morning, if possible at the hotel or for an additional fee, approx. the hour is 14:00).

    Breakfast in the hotel restaurant, except for the hotel On Prusskaya (morning tea, coffee, snacks).

    For tourists arriving after 10:00 a.m., breakfast is replaced with lunch.

    11:00 is the approximate start time of the tour.

    3-hour car and walking tour of the winter city.

    Yaroslavovo dvorishche and the Ancient auction "Veliky Novgorod – Hanseatic city".

    Barns and shops were located here, trade was in full swing, and ships of overseas merchants approached the marinas. The oldest building on the territory of Yaroslav's courtyard is St. Nicholas Cathedral (1113).

    The Sofia side.

    Walking theatrical interactive tour on the territory of the Kremlin.

    Sbyslav, the governor of the Lord of Veliky Novgorod, or Yefimiya, the governor, tells a story about how the Detinets were built, about the glorious Prince Vladimir, about the shrines of St. Sophia Cathedral, about the gates of Magdeburg, about the court of the Lord.

    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".

    Lunch in the city center. The additional fee is 800 rubles/person. Only by prior reservation.

    15:30 is the approximate end time of the program in the city center.

    Hotel transfers are not provided.

    Free time.

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  • Day 2 - Vitoslavlitsy. Lunch in Novgorod style. Moving to Pskov
  • Day 3 - Pushkin Mountains. Mikhailovskoye
  • Day 4 - The sights of Pskov. Izborsk. Completion of the tour
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Hotel
    3 nights
Comfort
  • Upscale
  • Premium

The tour includes accommodation in hotels.

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

Placement:

V. Novgorod to choose from / Pskov Rizhskaya 3*

½ DBLSNGExtra bed (3rd in a standard Euro cot room)

Extra day accommodation ½ DBL/SNG

Net

On Prussian without breakfast – tea, coffee, snacks3390038200 33500 1900 /2200 
Sadko 3* breakfast is Swedish. table36500 39300 34700 3350 / 4200 
Intourist 3* breakfast is Swedish. table36900 42300 34100 3450 /6200 
Wellcome 3* breakfast is Swedish. table38400 (studio)39600 36100 (studio)4600 /4000 
Volkhov 4* breakfast is Swedish. table

 

39400 

 

42300 

 

36600 

4800 /5700 
Park Inn 4* breakfast is Swedish. table the price includes a morning sauna, a swimming pool40300 46900 35500 5650 / 9250
Discount for a child for any accommodation under 16 years of age – 500 rubles.
“On Prussian” or Intourist 3* or 1 night
“On Prussian”

Hotel On Prusskaya 8 is located in Veliky Novgorod. This is a great option for those who are looking for accommodation near the Novgorod Kremlin. The friendly receptionists at the reception desk will help with any question, as well as provide an opportunity to warm up with a cup of tea or coffee.

Due to the fact that the hotel is located in a 19th-century building, the interior is designed in accordance with its historical features. The fresh renovation is perfectly combined with rare items that have been carefully selected by the staff. There are both shared and private rooms. They all have a private bathroom.

In the morning, guests can enjoy a delicious continental-style breakfast. In addition, there are a number of catering establishments near the hotel where you can have a good time.

The Museum of Fine Arts is a 5-minute walk from the hotel, and Leni Golikov Square is a 7-minute walk away. The train station is just 1 km away.

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Another option
Intourist 3*

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. Products can be purchased in the nearest shops and supermarkets. You can also have a delicious meal at the nearest restaurant.

A conference room for 60 people is specially equipped for business people on the territory. It is fully equipped with special appliances and furniture.

Next to the hotel there is the Church of Simeon the God-Giver, the drama theater named after F. M. Dostoevsky, as well as the Dukhov Monastery. The distance to the airport is approximately 187 kilometers.

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Another option
Sadko 3*

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 in 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 Feofan the Greek, the Sergei Rachmaninov Center for Musical Culture.

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“Velcom Inn" 3*

The comfortable Welcome inn hotel is located in Veliky Novgorod, near the interchange of public transport and the main streets of the city.

Guests can stay in spacious and bright rooms, each of which is decorated in a pleasant color scheme and includes comfortable wooden furniture, modern appliances and wireless Wi-Fi access. The rooms have private bathrooms.

Everyone can have a tasty and satisfying snack in cafes, restaurants or bars that are located within walking distance from the hotel itself.

The nearest airport is Pulkovo Airport, 153 km from the property, and the train station is 2.6 km away. The main attractions of the city, cultural centers and shopping and entertainment complexes are located within a 15-minute walk from the building.

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Another option
Volkhov 4*

The Volkhov Hotel has a long history and is located on the Sofia side of Veliky Novgorod, in close proximity to the main attraction - the Novgorod Kremlin. It is a combination of architectural elegance and comfort. For a variety of leisure activities, there is a souvenir shop and a spa complex with various wellness services.

The spacious and comfortable rooms are presented, which have comfortable furniture, appliances and a private bathroom with personal hygiene products.

Meals are served in the European-level restaurant "MARUSYA", as well as in the coffee bar.

Two conference halls are equipped with modern technical equipment for business events: seminars, meetings and meetings.

Nearby there is a cinema, park areas, a drama theater and more. The distance to the airport is 152.8 km, to the railway station - 0.9 km.

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Park Inn 4*

The hotel On Studentskaya (old name - Park Inn Veliky Novgorod) is located in the center of Veliky Novgorod, near 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: a TV and a telephone. There is a hairdryer in the bathroom.

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

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

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Rizhskaya 3* Pskov 2 nights

Tour conditions

Group
From 10 to 40 tourists
Minimum age
7 years old
Duration
4 days 3 nights
Group meets at
Veliky Novgorod

Included in price

  • accommodation in a hotel of the selected category;
  • 3 breakfasts (except for the hotel On Prusskaya – tea with biscuits);
  • lunch in Novgorod at the Yuryevskoye Podvorye restaurant complex, 2 lunches in Pskov;
  • guide services;
  • tour service, entrance tickets;
  • travel from V. Novgorod to Pskov (railway/bus);
  • transportation services according to the program.

Paid extra

  • railway tickets to Veliky Novgorod and back from Pskov;
  • lunch in Veliky Novgorod – 800 rubles/person.;
  • dinners;
  • personal expenses.

It's important to know

Are plane tickets included in the price of the tour?

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?
Where is the meeting place of the group?

Dates and Prices

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