Delicious Maslenitsa in Yaroslavl

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We are going on a two-day adventure through the ancient cities of Russia!

Pereslavl-Zalessky will reveal the secrets of the birth of the Russian fleet, and the Filimonovo Razdolye cheese factory will surprise you with the secrets of cheese making. In Rostov the Great and Yaroslavl you will feel the spirit of ancient times, and in the park "Fun" you will find Carnival treats and festivities!

Location

Moscow

Sightseeing tours

Tour highlights

Ancient Russian cities

Visit Pereslavl-Zalessky, Rostov Veliky, Yaroslavl and immerse yourself in the atmospheric ancient architecture

Cheese Stories

You will have an inspection of the cheese factory and cheese storage (through the viewing window), a detailed story about the traditions of cheese making in Russia and, of course, a tasting

Merry Carnival

Colorful Carnival festivities and mouth-watering treats are waiting for you

Itinerary

Day 1 - Pereslavl-Zalessky and Rostov Veliky, cheese tasting
07:15 Gathering of the group in Moscow: VDNKH metro station, parking lot to the right of the Kosmos hotel: bus parking scheme.
07:30 Departure to Pereslavl-Zalessky.
Sightseeing tour of Pereslavl-Zalessky, the birthplace of Alexander Nevsky and the cradle of the Russian Navy.
Photo stop on Red Square, where the majestic 12th-century Cathedral of the Transfiguration of the Saviour is located, the only one of the first five white–stone churches in Northeastern Russia that has come down to us almost completely intact. Many Pereslavl princes were baptized in the cathedral, including Alexander Nevsky, who was born in Pereslavl in 1221. This is a real treasure of ancient Russian architecture, and to this day it remains one of the main symbols of the city of Pereslavl-Zalessky.
Tasting tour to Maria Koval's private cheese factory. In tsarist times, Yaroslavl province was the main cheese region of the country.
During the tour, you will see the cheese factory and cheese storage (through the viewing window), a detailed story about the traditions of cheese making in Russia and artisanal cheese making. And of course, the tasting, where you can try 9 different types of cheeses!
And in the "branded" store at the cheese factory you can buy your favorite cheeses and dairy products.
Transfer to Rostov Veliky.
Rostov is not called Great for nothing, because its mentions date back to 862 in the chronicles. The serene Lake Nero, strict and elegant monasteries, quiet streets and the majestic Kremlin help to break away from the hustle and bustle and touch the formation of Russia and Orthodoxy, to turn over the pages of chronicles and history textbooks live.
Lunch at a cafe in the city.
15:30 Excursion to the Rostov Kremlin (architecture).
Surrounded by powerful walls with towers, it looks like the Kremlin, an ancient Russian princely fortress, but in reality it has long been the Bishop's Court, the residence of Rostov bishops and metropolitans.

The Kremlin is decorated with the Assumption Cathedral (XVI century) with a unique belfry, on which a set of 15 bells has been completely preserved, the Bishop's Courtyard, and Cathedral Square.
Departure to Yaroslavl.
Accommodation at the Cosmos 4* hotel in Yaroslavl. Rooms of the "standard" category.
Dinner at the hotel restaurant.
The time of departure and arrival in Moscow is indicative and cannot be considered a mandatory item of the program.

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Day 2 - A tour of Yaroslavl. Zabava Family Recreation Park. Traditional Russian fun and competitions
07:00 Breakfast in the hotel restaurant (buffet).
Yaroslavl city tour program.
You will see the arrow of the Volga and Kotorosli rivers, the Assumption Cathedral, walk along the Volga embankment reconstructed for the 1000th anniversary of the city, and explore the unique architectural ensemble of the central part of Yaroslavl, included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. You will listen to stories about the first Russian theater, walk along the streets where the heroes of famous Soviet and Russian films walked.
A visit to the Spaso-Preobrazhensky Monastery is the main city attraction. Due to the fortified walls, it is called the Kremlin. The main cathedral of the monastery has preserved the original paintings, it is the oldest extant temple in Yaroslavl. A handwritten list of the masterpiece of ancient Russian literature "The Word about Igor's Regiment" was discovered here.
Departure to the Zabava family recreation park.
Maslenitsa is a celebration of winter and the joyful expectation of spring. What needs to be done so that the cold weather does not return, and nature begins to flourish? According to the favorite Russian tradition, eat pancakes and burn an effigy!
May Maslenitsa turn your head with wide festivities and noisy merriment, heralding the imminent arrival of spring. May it be as bright as the spring sun, and may life be as stormy and cheerful as a Carnival dance. May spring come to our hearts now!
Traditional Russian amusements and competitions await you: sleigh rides, tug of war, races in funny sundresses, relay races in bast shoes, giant mittens, kokoshniks for giants, running with pans and throwing pancakes. And, of course, the eternal hit of Zabava Park is competitions in a giant wheel.
Lunch.
Tired of having fun, take a short break. Sit in a cozy cafe for lunch. Delicious hodgepodge (250 ml), juicy shish kebab (150 g of shish kebab, onion, bread, sauce), hot tea (200 ml) with traditional pancakes are waiting for you.
The traditional burning of an effigy of Maslenitsa!
Departure to Moscow.
23:00 Approximate time of arrival in Moscow (metro station "VDNKH").
The time of departure and arrival in Moscow is indicative and cannot be considered a mandatory item of the program.

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Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Hotel

1 night

Comfort

Premium

The tour includes accommodation at the Cosmos 4* Hotel in Yaroslavl (Standard rooms).

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

Food	Breakfast only	No dinners: breakfast + lunch	Full meals: breakfast + lunch + dinner
Cost	13 390	14 590	15 190

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).

The choice of a seat on the bus is 980 rubles.

When choosing a double room, tell the manager which room is required: with two single beds or one double bed.

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

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

The Cosmos Yaroslavl Hotel is located in Yaroslavl. This hotel is 3 km from the city center.

Nearby: Yubileyny Park, Shinnik Stadium and Petropavlovsk Park.

At the hotel: You can try new dishes and relax in the restaurant. Free Wi-Fi on site will help you stay connected at all times. Parking is available for travelers by car. A gym is specially available for guests who do not miss the opportunity to do sports. A conference room is provided for business events. You will not have to leave your pet at home: it is allowed to stay with a pet for an additional fee. The hotel staff can arrange a shuttle service upon request.

Accessible environment: the elevator is working.

Extras: laundry, ATM and ironing services. The hotel staff will support the conversation in English and Russian.

In the room: To relax after a long day, the room has a TV and a bathrobe. The equipment depends on the selected room category.