Delicious Carnival on the Golden Ring

We invite you to embark on an exciting two-day Carnival adventure in the Yaroslavl region! 

The most ancient cities of Russia with beautiful examples of Russian architecture, natural and architectural monuments, the picturesque Volga embankment, the legendary monastery complex of the Trinity-Sergius Lavra and much more are waiting for you!

The festive program is filled with games, fun, contests, round dances and delicious treats. Spend the winter brightly with us!

Location

Moscow
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$206
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Duration
2 days
1 night
Departures
20 - 21 Feb, 2027
Accommodation
  • Hotel
    1 night
Comfort
  • Premium
Difficulty
Easy
Suitable for everyone
Group
Up to 43 tourists
Minimum age
6 years old
Group meet at
Moscow
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Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

The atmosphere of ancient Russian cities
Appreciate the architecture of Uglich, Rybinsk, Yaroslavl and Pereslavl-Zalessky with its rich history going back centuries.
Volga expanses
You will see the arrow of the Volga and Kotorosli rivers, walk along the picturesque embankment.
Shrovetide festivities
Spend the winter with round dances, fun games and mouth-watering treats

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Guided tour of Uglich, Carnival day. Rybinsk

    07:00 Gathering of the group in Moscow, VDNKh metro station, parking lot to the right of the Kosmos Hotel.

    07:15 Departure to Uglich.

    Uglich is one of the oldest cities in Russia, famous for its beautiful examples of Russian architecture and unique monuments of nature and architecture.

    Sightseeing tour of the center of Uglich with a visit to the Uglich Kremlin.

    The Uglich Kremlin is the historical and urban core of the city:

    • Tsarevich Dimitri's chambers ("chambers of the Uglich appanage princes") is the only building preserved from the foundation of the Kremlin (building of the 15th century);
    • The Church of Dmitry on the Blood was built on the site of the death of Tsarevich Dmitry. Inside are murals by artists of the late 18th century describing this event in detail;
    • The Transfiguration Cathedral is the cathedral of the city of Uglich, located in the center of the Kremlin.

    Folklore program "Walk the people – Maslenitsa is coming!"

    In the program:

    • comic fist fights, tug-of-war contests, Maslenitsa wheel skating;
    • pancake and cheese trials, curling dances;
    • intricate riddles and fun Carnival games.

    Over tea with Uglich pancakes and hot tea from a pot-bellied samovar, you will learn why the owner of the house should smell like wind and the hostess should smell like smoke. What does it mean to roll around in "pancakes", which pancakes were called "German", "Russian", and which "red".

    Our ancestors were sure: to have fun at butter week means to claim wealth and well–being for the whole year!

    We invite you to burn failures and troubles in the farewell Carnival bonfire together with the effigy of winter at the Uglich Museum!

    Lunch at a cafe in the city.

    Departure to Rybinsk.

    Sightseeing tour of Rybinsk, a small town with a huge history. It stands at the confluence of three rivers: Cheremukha, Sheksna and Volga. Rybinsk gained its fame thanks to the reservoir, which is the largest in Russia.

    The historical center of Rybinsk is famous:

    • the building of the old and new Grain Exchange;
    • Volzhskaya embankment;
    • monument to the poet-songwriter L.I. Oshanin, who was born in Rybinsk;
    • monuments to the Volga boatman, Ostap Bender and the street urchin from Leonid Gaidai's film "12 Chairs", part of the filming took place in Rybinsk;
    • historical buildings of the XVIII-XIX centuries.;
    • The Transfiguration Cathedral.

    The highlight of the old part of the city and a popular destination for all tourists is Krestovaya Street, which has almost completely preserved the pre-revolutionary buildings.

    Today it is a real "museum of ancient signage in the open air." It is this street that attracts the attention of all travelers and connoisseurs of Russian history. When you see it, you will be transported to merchant Rybinsk of the 19th century.

    Departure to Yaroslavl.

    Accommodation at the YaRotel Center 3* hotel in Yaroslavl. Backup placement: Yaroslavskoye podvorye 3*. The selection is made automatically depending on the date of the tour and the availability of hotel rooms.

    Free time.

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  • Day 2 - Yaroslavl city tour, lunch in the best traditions of the Yaroslavl Meal. Sergiev Posad, Trinity Sergius Lavra or "Trinity pancakes"
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Hotel
    1 night
Comfort
  • Premium

The tour provides accommodation in standard rooms at the Yarotel Center 3* or Yaroslavskoye Podvorye 3* hotels in Yaroslavl. The selection is made automatically depending on the date of the tour and the availability of places in the hotels.

The cost of the tour for 1 person with double occupancy (2 people in a room), depending on meals, in rubles:

Breakfast onlyBreakfasts and lunches
14 89016 890

The company does not arrange room check-in for your safety and comfort.

The surcharge for single occupancy is 3,000 rubles (1 person in a room).

The discount for an extra seat is 400 rubles. (3 people in a room).

Additional services:

  • visit to the Troitsky Pancakes museum and gastronomic space - 700 rubles. (per person);
  • the choice of a seat on the bus is 980 rubles.

It is possible to change the price, please check the current information when booking.

Yarotel Center Hotel or Yaroslavskoye Podvorye Hotel 1 night
Yarotel Center Hotel

Yarhotel Centre is a modern 46—room urban hotel located in the very center of Yaroslavl. The hotel is a 12-minute walk from Yaroslavl Museum Reserve and a 10-minute drive from the train station.

The hotel's room stock includes several categories of rooms: from modest standards to spacious and comfortable suites.

The hotel features a restaurant, halls for business meetings and celebrations, a snack bar, a sauna with a mini-pool, free Wi-Fi, and closed parking.

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Another option
Yaroslavskoye Podvorye Hotel

The Yaroslavskoye Podvorye Hotel is located in Yaroslavl. You will certainly be pleased with the variety of services provided by the hotel. 

The spacious and cozy rooms are equipped with a comfortable bed, TV, air conditioning, and a private bathroom.

The Taran restaurant offers delicious and delicious dishes of European and Russian cuisine.

Tunoshna Airport is 20 km away, the historical center is 7.5 km away, and the railway station is 11 km away.

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Tour conditions

Group
up to 43 tourists
Minimum age
6 years old
Duration
2 days 1 night
Group meets at
Moscow

Included in price

  • guided tours according to the program (including museum tickets and accompanying guide services);
  • transportation service;
  • hotel accommodation;
  • meals included in the tour program: breakfast on day 2, lunch (if the lunch rate is selected).

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Moscow and back;
  • the choice of a seat on the bus is 980 rubles. (to be booked when buying a tour);
  • visit to the Troitsky Pancakes museum and gastronomic space - 700 rubles. (per person);
  • meals not included in the tour program:
    • lunches (if the lunch-free fare is selected);
    • dinners.

It's important to know

Are air and railway 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?
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Dates and Prices

  • $206
    20 – 21 Feb, 2027 2 days 1 night
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    Tatiana
    about provider
    14 May, 2026
    Many thanks to “Big Country” for this wonderful tour. The entire trip was organized exceptionally well: the hotels, meals, and transportation were all excellent. But the real highlight of the journey was our tour guide, Denis!!! Honestly, without him the trip would not have been nearly as memorable. Visiting so many churches and historical sites without meaningful context would have quickly become monotonous. Most of the local guides simply rushed through the program with dry facts and dates, almost like a school lecture. Denis, however, made everything come alive. Even before we arrived at each destination, he was already sharing fascinating stories and background information on the bus, which helped us appreciate the places so much more once we got there. Not a single person was late for the bus in the mornings! Everyone was eager not to miss his stories!!! He has an incredible knowledge of the history and geography of the region, and he could make even the scenery outside the window interesting!!! Listening to him never felt tiring because he spoke with such enthusiasm and passion!!! For the last two days we had a different guide, and the contrast was huge - unfortunately, it just wasn’t engaging at all. To sum it up: excellent organization, comfortable travel conditions, and an outstanding guide like Denis made this trip truly special!!! I only wish there were more professionals like him.
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    Big Country Travel
    Hello Tatiana, Thank you very much for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the trip and especially appreciated Denis’s work as your tour guide. We will be sure to pass your kind words on to him. We have also shared your comments regarding the local guides with our partners on the ground. We would be very happy to welcome you on another of our tours across Russia in the future!
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    Ivan
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    10 Apr, 2026
    I really enjoyed the trip. I learned a lot more about my country and its history, and visited many historic cities and monasteries. It’s an experience I will remember for a long time. Everything along the route was well organized. Special thanks to our guide, Zhanna, who accompanied us throughout the trip!! She made everything so engaging and interesting. Wishing her all the best.
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    Marina
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    4 Mar, 2026
    Everything was perfectly organized. From boarding the bus in Moscow to our return home. Every detail was handled smoothly, and there was never a moment of concern. A truly relaxing time. Thank you very much.