Holy springs of Russia. 5-day tour to the cities of the Golden Ring

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We invite you to an exciting and eventful journey through the ancient Russian cities of the Golden Ring.

Tour route: Sergiev Posad – Pereslavl-Zalessky – Rostov Veliky – Kostroma – Yaroslavl – Ivanovo – Suzdal – Murom – Diveevo.

You will see the greatest works of ancient Russian art, visit historical monuments and museums. Discover the true Russia!

Location

Moscow

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Tour highlights

Museum City

There are about 200 historical monuments in Suzdal, many of which have UNESCO World Heritage status

Russian shrines

Go to Diveevo, visit the existing temples and holy springs

Flexible program

Additional excursions for every taste will make your stay unforgettable

Itinerary

Day 1 - Departure from Moscow. Sergiev Posad, Pereslavl-Zalessky, Rostov the Great
07:45 Gathering of the group in Moscow: VDNKh metro station, parking lot to the right of the Kosmos Hotel.
08:00 Departure from the VDNKh metro station, to the right of the Kosmos Hotel.
Transfer to Sergiev Posad.
Excursion to the Trinity-Sergius Lavra.
The Trinity-Sergius Lavra is the pearl of Russia's Orthodox shrines with a centuries–old history. The architectural ensemble of the Trinity-Sergius Lavra is under UNESCO protection.
The Trinity Cathedral (exterior) is the main cathedral church and the oldest surviving structure of the Trinity Monastery, the first stone building of the Lavra. The main shrine of the cathedral is the relics of St. Sergius of Radonezh.
The Assumption Cathedral (interior) is the architectural center of the Trinity-Sergius Lavra.
It is inferior in seniority to the famous Trinity Cathedral, but nevertheless, with its location and strict grandeur, it heads the Lavra group of buildings.
Refectory and Dukhovskoy temples (interior).
Departure to Pereslavl-Zalessky.
Today, Pereslavl is a charming city on the shores of the fabulous Pleshcheyev Lake, with beautiful panoramas and mesmerizing views.
Translated from Old Russian, Pereslavl means "who took over the glory", because the city was founded by the founder of Moscow, Prince Yuri Dolgoruky in 1152.
Guided tour of Pereslavl, photo stop on Red Square.
The majestic 12th-century Transfiguration Cathedral is located on the square, 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.
Lunch at a cafe in the city.
Departure to Rostov Veliky.
Rostov is not called Great for nothing, because its mentions date back to the year 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.
Visit to the Rostov Kremlin.
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.
If desired, for an additional fee, visit:
The exhibition "Walls and passages of the Rostov Kremlin" (small passages) – in summer, in winter – "Museum of Rostov Finifty".
Accommodation at the hotel "Susanin Park Hotel 3*" Kostroma. Standard rooms (reserve hotels: Yaroslavskoye Podvorye 3*, YaRotel Center 3*, Kotorosl 3* – Yaroslavl; Volga 4*, Shelestov 3*, Snegurochka 3*, Troya 3* – Kostroma).
Dinner at the hotel restaurant.

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Day 2 - Yaroslavl and Kostroma
08:00 Breakfast in the hotel restaurant.
Departure to Yaroslavl.
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.
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
Optional for an additional fee:
Inspection of the Church of Elijah the Prophet (interior in summer, exterior in winter) – an outstanding architectural monument of the Yaroslavl school of architecture.
Return to Kostroma.
Lunch at a cafe in the city.
Sightseeing tour of Kostroma, the most beautiful city on the Volga, one of the pearls of the Golden Ring.

The ancient merchant city, which has preserved to this day the original appearance of the architectural ensemble of the XVIII century, will lift the veil of mystery of its unique history.
In the center there are:
The fire tower of the 19th century is an outstanding monument of classicism;
The guardhouse building;
a beautifully preserved ensemble of Shopping malls, which are still in service.
Kostroma is the cradle of the Romanov dynasty. It was in the Ipatievsky monastery in Kostroma that Mikhail Fedorovich Romanov hid from Godunov's disgrace.
Ipatievsky Monastery is the main symbol of Kostroma.
An inspection of the territory of the recreated Kostroma Kremlin, where the miraculous icon of the Fedorovskaya Mother of God is kept in the Epiphany Cathedral.
It was written around 1239 and is famous for its great miracles and healings.
This is the oldest work of Kostroma icon painting. The icon has long been revered as the defender of the city and the guardian of the Romanov family.
Return to the hotel.
Dinner at the hotel restaurant.
Day 3 - Suzdal
07:00 Breakfast at the hotel restaurant.
Departure to Suzdal.
Travel sightseeing tour to Ivanovo.
The city has been known for textile production since the 17th century. Since then, the city has been called the calico region, as well as the textile capital of Russia and, of course, the city of brides.
It is the youngest city in the Golden Ring.
Sightseeing tour of Suzdal, a museum city with about 200 historical monuments, many of which have UNESCO World Heritage status.
The city is called "the glorious city of heaven" and "the cradle of the Golden Ring."
An inspection of the architectural ensemble of the Suzdal Kremlin.
The Suzdal Kremlin is the oldest building in the city, which has absorbed its entire history since Vladimir Monomakh. According to archaeologists, the Kremlin in Suzdal was built as early as the 10th century, despite this, all its main buildings have survived to this day, with the exception of perhaps protective walls and towers.
Optional for an additional fee:
Spaso-Efimiev Monastery with a concert of bells. Visit to the Transfiguration Cathedral. Russian grave of Prince Dmitry Mikhailovich Pozharsky, an outstanding Russian commander, is located in the monastery.
The Museum of Wooden Architecture with unique buildings of the 17th and 19th centuries.
The museum is built in the form of a rural street with temples, apartment buildings, mills, barns and other buildings transported from different villages and villages of the Vladimir region.
Lunch at a cafe in the city.
Accommodation at the Amaks Golden Ring 3* hotel in Vladimir.
Free time.
Dinner at the hotel restaurant.
Attention: The continuation of the excursion program is possible as part of another group.

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Day 4 - Moore
08:00 Breakfast at the hotel restaurant.
Free time.
Departure to Murom.
This is the most ancient city of the Vladimir region, it was mentioned in the "Tale of Bygone Years" back in 862!
Murom is a city of white–stone monasteries, merchant houses of the 19th century and the birthplace of the epic hero Ilya Muromets.
Lunch at a cafe in the city.
Bus sightseeing tour of Murom.
The date of its foundation coincides with the date of birth of the Russian State and dates back to 862. Despite its long life and rich history, it still retains its traditional Russian appearance today — 4 Orthodox monasteries, many temples and architectural monuments adorn its panorama.
"Whoever has not seen Murom from the Oka has not seen Russian beauty," the writer Maxim Gorky admired the city.
During the tour program you will see:
The Trinity Convent, where the relics of Peter and Fevronia, the patrons of love and marriage, rest.
Spaso-Preobrazhensky Monastery: miraculous icon of the Mother of God "Skoroposlushnitsa".
Annunciation Monastery: icon of St. Elijah of Murom with a particle of relics, icon of the Iveron Mother of God, icon of the Sign of the Mother of God, icon of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker.
In Oksky Park, you will visit the monument to Ilya Muromets, one of the most notable sights of Murom.
You will visit the historical and art museum, which is called the "small Hermitage". The museum's gallery exhibits paintings by K.P.Bryusov, A.K.Savrasov, and I.I.Shishkin.
Travel sightseeing tour of Vyksa (upon check-in at the hotel in this city).
The city of Vyksa is one of the country's oldest centers of the metallurgical industry.
In the very center of Vyksa there is an ancient park in the French-English style, modeled after the famous European parks in Versailles, the Summer Garden in St. Petersburg, and the parks of Peterhof. The compositional axis of the park, the main lime alley, ends in the south with the Batashevs' house—palace. The Batashevs are the largest steel industrialists, founders and owners of a dozen factories.
Accommodation at the Batashev 4* hotel in Vyksa ("X-Room 3*" in Murom is a reserve hotel). Rooms of the "standard" category.
Attention: During the check-in period 24-28.07.2024, a planned shutdown of the hot water supply will take place at the Batashev 4* hotel in Vyksa.
Dinner at the hotel restaurant.

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Day 5 - Diveevo. Completion of the program
06:00 Breakfast at the hotel restaurant.
Transfer to Diveevo.
Excursion to Diveevo to the Serafimo-Diveevsky monastery – named after Seraphim of Sarov, who took care of this monastery.
Inspection of the existing temples:
Trinity Cathedral: the holy relics of St. Seraphim, the miraculous icon "Tenderness".
Transfiguration Cathedral: the relics of St. Martha of Diveevo, the relics of Blessed Paraskeva.
Kazan Church: relics of the Venerable Alexandra, Martha, and Elena.
The Holy Groove of the Most Holy Theotokos is the greatest Diveevo and world shrine. The Priest spoke about the grace bestowed by the Holy Groove: "Whoever goes through the Groove with prayer, and reads a hundred and fifty "Theotokos", that's all here: Athos, Jerusalem, and Kiev."
Visit to Diveevo Holy springs: the Mother of God "Kazan", the icon "Tenderness", the holy healer Panteleimon. You will be able to collect healing water and, if desired, swim in it.
Lunch at a cafe in the city.
Free time.
Departure to Moscow
Arrival in Moscow (the end of the program is around 23:30 at the VDNKh metro station).

Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Hotel

4 nights

Comfort

Upscale

The tour provides accommodation in hotels along the way in rooms of the "standard" category.

The cost of the tour for 1 person / rub (double occupancy):

Season/Food	Breakfast only	No dinners	Full meals: breakfasts, lunches and dinners
May–September	33 500	36 000	37 500
Arrivals 07/02/2025, 07/09/2025	36 990	39 490	40 990
October–April	32 100	34 600	36 100

The surcharge for single occupancy is 6,500 rubles (1 person in a room).

The discount for an extra seat is 1,000 rubles. (3 people in a room).

The choice of a seat on the bus is 2,450 rubles.

Surcharge for those who prefer comfort – standard rooms in 4* hotels or superior rooms in hotels 3* – 11 250 rub . (per person) – on request (check with the manager).

The hotels are indicated approximately, replacement with similar ones is possible.

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

This largest hotel in the city occupies a 15-storey building in Vladimir. Free Wi-Fi is available in its rooms. It offers a restaurant serving traditional Russian cuisine, a modern spa and a swimming pool.

All rooms at the AMAKS Golden Ring Hotel are decorated in a classic individual style and feature a TV with cable channels. Some rooms have a minibar and bathrobes. Some rooms have a balcony with city views.

A rich buffet breakfast is served every morning at the AMAKS Golden Ring Hotel. The on-site restaurant features a traditional Russian restaurant, an elegant dining room and a bar decorated in a tropical theme.

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Tour conditions

Group

up to 50 tourists

Minimum age

6 years old

Duration

5 days 4 nights

Group meets at

Moscow

Included in price

accommodation in hotels with all amenities along the way in standard rooms;
meals (depending on the selected tariff);
guided tours according to the program (including museum tickets and guide services);
transportation service.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Moscow and back;
meals (depending on the selected tariff);
excursion package (Rostov Veliky – walls and passages or the finifti Museum, Yaroslavl – the Church of Elijah the Prophet (only in summer), Suzdal – the Museum of Wooden Architecture and the Spaso-Efimiev Monastery) – 2500 rubles/person.;
surcharge for those who prefer comfort – standard rooms in 4* hotels or superior rooms in 3* hotels – 11250 rubles. (per person);
the choice of a seat on the bus is 2,450 rubles.;
personal expenses.

It's important to know

The time of departure and arrival in Moscow is indicative and cannot be considered a mandatory item of the program.
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.
If the number of tourists in a group is less than 20 people, a minibus of a foreign tourist class can be provided.
The company does not arrange room check-in for your safety and comfort.
The seating on the bus is fixed. Seats on the bus are provided automatically 1 day before the start of the tour. In case of an emergency, the available places are determined by the guide.
The "Place selection" service, the manager will fix the desired place for you in advance.
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.), in connection with which the bus arrival time 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 tour time. Compensation for travel tickets (air, railway), in case of delay of vehicles within the tour for reasons beyond the control of the Tour Operator / Travel Agent, is not made.

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21 Mar, 2025

The trip was absolutely wonderful. Anyone interested in the country's history will truly enjoy it. A special thanks to the guides for their fascinating excursions, and to the providers for putting together such an exciting tour.