Discover the magic of ancient cities. 

In two eventful days, you will follow in the footsteps of princes and monks and experience true spirituality. The Uglich and Rostov Kremlins, the Trinity-Sergius Lavra and other gems of Russian history and architecture are waiting for you.

Travel itinerary: Yaroslavl – Rybinsk – Uglich – Rostov Veliky – Pereslavl-Zalessky – Sergiev Posad.

Location

Yaroslavl
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$206
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Duration
2 days
1 night
Departures
23 - 24 Jul
13 - 14 Aug
24 - 25 Sep
15 - 16 Oct
Comfort
  • Upscale
Difficulty
Easy
Suitable for everyone
Group
Up to 50 tourists
Minimum age
6 years old
Group meet at
Yaroslavl
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Tour highlights

Ancient cities
We will visit Uglich, see the Kremlin and the chambers of the Uglich princes.
Architectural gems
Let's take a walk through the territory of the fabulous Rostov Kremlin
The Orthodox Monastery
Admire the magnificent ensemble of churches of the Trinity-Sergius Lavra.

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Group meeting in Yaroslavl. Rybinsk — Uglich

    11:00 Meeting at Yaroslavl-Glavny railway station in Yaroslavl at the monument to Savva Mamontov.

    11:15 Transfer to Rybinsk.

    Lunch.

    Sightseeing tour of Rybinsk, a city lost in time at the confluence of three rivers, famous for Russia's largest reservoir.

    In the program:

    • walk along the Volga embankment;
    • ancient merchant mansions, buildings of the old and new Grain Exchange;
    • monuments to the Volga boatman and Ostap Bender, part of the filming took place in Rybinsk;
    • Krestovaya Street is a unique "museum of ancient signage in the open air", where each facade takes you back to the 19th century.

    Departure to Uglich.

    Uglich is one of the oldest cities in Russia, which preserves the secrets of the Rurik dynasty, is famous for its excellent examples of Russian architecture and unique monuments of nature and architecture.

    Sightseeing tour of Uglich — the beauty of the nature of the Volga region and the grandeur of ancient sights.

    Guided tour of the territory of the Uglich Kremlin, 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 (XV century).;
    • the Church of Dmitry on the Blood, 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.

    Transfer to Yaroslavl.

    Accommodation at the hotel.

    Dinner at the hotel restaurant. Free time.

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  • Day 2 - Rostov Veliky — Pereslavl-Zalessky — Sergiev Posad. Completion of the program
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Comfort
  • Upscale

The tour provides accommodation in Yaroslavl hotels in standard rooms (double occupancy).

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

Breakfast onlyNo dinners: breakfast + lunchBreakfast, lunch and dinner
16 09018 09018 990

The surcharge for a single room is 2,700 rubles.

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

Basic accommodation: YaRotel Center Hotel, Yaroslavl.

Backup location: Ibis Yaroslavl Center, Yaroslavl.

The hotels are indicated approximately, it is possible to replace them with similar ones. The hotel is selected automatically depending on the date of the tour and the availability of hotel rooms.

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

Tour conditions

Group
up to 50 tourists
Minimum age
6 years old
Duration
2 days 1 night
Group meets at
Yaroslavl

Included in price

  • hotel accommodation with all amenities in standard rooms;
  • meals according to the selected option;
  • guided tour service according to the program;
  • group support and information support on the route;
  • transportation service.

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Yaroslavl and back from Sergiev Posad;
  • The surcharge for single occupancy is 2,700 rubles.;
  • personal expenses.

It's important to know

Important information about the tour
  1. 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, as well as replace hotels of the same category or higher.
  2. If the number of tourists in a group is less than 20 people, a minibus - a foreign car of tourist class can be provided.
  3. The company does not arrange room check-in for your safety and comfort.
  4. The seating on the bus is fixed. The seats on the bus are distributed by the guide. 
  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 (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. 
  7. 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. Compensation for travel tickets (air, railway), in case of a delay in vehicles within the tour for reasons beyond the control of the tour operator, is not made.
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Dates and Prices

  • $206
    23 – 24 Jul 2 days 1 night
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  • $206
    13 – 14 Aug 2 days 1 night
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  • $206
    24 – 25 Sep 2 days 1 night
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  • $206
    15 – 16 Oct 2 days 1 night
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Reviews Leave a review

  • O
    Oleg
    about provider
    4 Jun, 2026
    Everything went very well
  • T
    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
    about provider
    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.