Gastronomic tour to Yaroslavl province

On this tour you will get acquainted with the amazing gastronomy of ancient cities with a rich history and culture, visit unusual museums, enjoy numerous tastings and bring delicious gifts to your family and friends.

Get to know the main pearls of the Yaroslavl region in two eventful days!

Location

Moscow
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Duration
2 days
1 night
Departures
Accommodation
  • Hotel
    1 night
Comfort
  • Upscale
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

Tastings
You will taste Yaroslavl cheeses and Rostov drinks
Impressive architecture
Admire the beauty of ancient temples and Kremlin walls in cozy ancient cities
Jam Library
You will visit an interesting museum and learn the most unusual jam recipes

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Private cheese factory, tour of Pereslavl-Zalessky and Rostov the Great, tasting of drinks

    07:45 Gathering of the group in Moscow: VDNKh metro station, parking lot to the right of the Kosmos Hotel.

    08:00 Departure to 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.

    Sightseeing tour of Pereslavl-Zalessky, the birthplace of Alexander Nevsky and the cradle of the Russian Navy.

    The heart of Pereslavl is Red Square.

    A living confirmation of the local antiquity is the Transfiguration Cathedral, founded by Yuri Dolgoruky in 1152. This is the oldest building in Northeastern Russia that has survived to the present day.

    Departure to Rostov Veliky.

    Rostov is called Great for a reason, 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.

    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.

    You will see the Assumption Cathedral (XVI century) with a unique belfry, on which a set of 15 bells has been completely preserved, the Bishop's Courtyard, Cathedral Square.

    Gastronomic program "Tasting of Rostov drinks" on the territory of the Kremlin in the Garden House or the coffee shop "Pogrebok".

    In the program:

    • the secrets of making kvass, mead and sbitnya;
    • tasting of drinks with delicious Rostov gingerbread.

    Departure to Yaroslavl.

    Accommodation at the Yaroslavskoye Podvorye 3* hotel in Yaroslavl (reserve hotels: YaRotel Center 3*, Kosmos 4*, Yaroslavl, Kotorosl 3*, Yaroslavl). Rooms of the "standard" category.

    Dinner at the hotel restaurant.
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  • Day 2 - Yaroslavl city tour, chocolate factory store, Jam Library Museum
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Hotel
    1 night
Comfort
  • Upscale

The tour includes hotel accommodation in standard rooms (double occupancy).

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

ArrivalsBreakfast onlyBreakfasts + lunchesBreakfasts + lunches + dinners
02.01.26–03.01.2617 79018 89019 490
Other races13 79014 89015 490

The surcharge for a single room is 4,590 rubles.

Discount for extra bed (3 people in a room) – 200 rub.

The hotel is selected automatically depending on the date of the tour and the availability of hotel rooms. Replacement with similar placements is possible.

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

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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

  • hotel accommodation;
  • meals (according to the selected option);
  • guided tours according to the program (including museum tickets and accompanying guide services);
  • transportation service.

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Moscow and back;
  • The surcharge for a single room is 4,590 rubles.;
  • the choice of a seat on the bus is 980 rubles. (to be booked when buying a tour);
  • personal expenses.

It's important to know

Important information about the tour
  1. The time of departure and arrival in Moscow is indicative and cannot be considered a mandatory item of the program.
  2. The company reserves the right to make changes to the excursion program depending on objective circumstances while maintaining volume and quality. It is possible to replace some excursions with equivalent ones. And also to replace hotels of the same category or higher.
  3. If the number of tourists in a group is less than 20 people, a minibus of a foreign tourist class can be provided.
  4. The company does not arrange room check-in for your safety and comfort.
  5. Joining children's groups to the tour is on request.
  6. The time according to the tour program (especially the arrival time) is indicated approximately. There may be delays due to circumstances beyond the control of the Tour Operator/ Travel Agent (traffic jams, vehicle breakdowns, etc.), and therefore the arrival time of the bus at the final destination along the route may be extended by 2-3 hours. When self-booking travel documents by Tourists for further travel to their destination (permanent residence), it is necessary to take into account the possible increase in time on the tour. There is no compensation for travel tickets (air, railway) in case of a delay in vehicles during the tour for reasons beyond the control of the Tour Operator/ Travel Agent.
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Reviews Leave a review

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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.