The Golden domes of Russia. Golden Ring City Tour

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Enjoy the architecture of ancient Russia, walk through historical sites and get acquainted with the most wonderful cities of the Golden Ring.

Exciting excursions to important places in several regions of Central Russia are waiting for you. Travel route: Sergiev Posad — Pereslavl-Zalessky — Rostov Veliky — Yaroslavl — Kostroma — Ivanovo — Suzdal — Kideksha — Bogolyubovo — Vladimir.

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Tour highlights

The Pearl of Orthodox shrines

Visit the Trinity-Sergius Lavra, a monastery with a centuries—old history, the architectural ensemble of which is under UNESCO protection

Masterpieces of white stone architecture

Admire the beauty of ancient temples and monuments of military engineering art in the center of Vladimir

The cradle of the Romanov Dynasty

You will visit the Ipatievsky Monastery in Kostroma, where Mikhail Fedorovich Romanov hid from the disgrace of Godunov

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 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).
Transfer 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 magnificent 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 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.
Optional for an additional fee:
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 (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.

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Day 3 - Ivanovo and Suzdal
07:00 Breakfast (buffet) in 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 from 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 Knyazhy Dvor 3* hotel in Suzdal (reserve hotels: SCC "Suzdal 3*" Suzdal, "Amaks Golden Ring 3*", "Russian village 3*" 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 - Kideksha
07:00 Breakfast in the hotel restaurant.
Free time.
Lunch at a cafe in the city.
Excursion to the village of Kideksha.
Inspection of the Boris and Gleb Church (interior), founded at the behest of the Suzdal Prince Yuri Dolgoruky in 1152. According to legend, it was here in 1015 that Princes Boris of Rostov and Gleb of Murom, later the first Russian saints, met on their way to Kiev. The church is one of the earliest white stone buildings in Russia.
Return to the hotel.
Free time.
Dinner at the hotel restaurant.
Day 5 - Bogolyubovo and Vladimir
08:00 Breakfast in the hotel restaurant.
Departure to Bogolyubovo village.
Bogolyubovo village was once an ancient Russian city founded in 1158 as the residence of Prince Andrey Bogolyubsky of Vladimir.
Today, one of the oldest Russian monasteries, Bogolyubsky Monastery, is located on its territory (architectural inspection).
The sights of Bogolyubovo village are included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.
The structures were often rebuilt, but the earthen ramparts, moats and lower parts of the walls were partially preserved, as well as part of the legendary residence — the famous white stone tower with a spiral staircase.
Walk to the Church of the Intercession on the Nerl, a monument of white stone architecture of the XII century (external inspection).
The church was located practically on the river "strelka", forming the crossroads of the most important waterways.
According to the chronicle, the construction under Prince Andrew was carried out by "craftsmen from all lands." The unique "swan temple" has miraculously survived to this day.
Please note: the walk to the church will take place under favorable weather and natural conditions. Please bring comfortable shoes.
Departure to Vladimir.
Guided tour of Vladimir, the ancient capital of Northeastern Russia.
Sightseeing of the 12th century:
The Golden Gate (external inspection, under restoration) is a symbol of the greatness and power of Ancient Russia.
Dmitrievsky Cathedral (external inspection) is a monument of Vladimir-Suzdal architecture of the pre-Mongol period.
The Assumption Cathedral is a masterpiece of white stone architecture. It is a unique treasure trove of Russian church art. It preserves paintings of the XII-XIX centuries. The famous frescoes of the icon painter Andrei Rublev.
For an additional fee: The Museum of Crystal and Glass of the XVIII-XXI centuries or the exhibition "Old Vladimir" in a 4-storey tower in 1912. (tells about the city of the late 19th century – early 20th century).
Lunch at a cafe in the city.
Departure to Moscow.
21:00 Approximate time of arrival in Moscow (metro station "VDNKH").

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Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Hotel

4 nights

Comfort

Upscale

The tour provides accommodation in hotels along the way in standard rooms, double occupancy.

Accommodation at the hotel "Susanin Park Hotel" 3* Kostroma (2 nights) and at the hotel "Knyazhy Dvor" 3* Suzdal (2 nights).

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

Breakfast only	No dinners: breakfasts and lunches	Full meals: 5 lunches + 4 breakfasts + 4 dinners
31 290	33 790	35 790

The surcharge for a single room is 7,750 rubles.

Discount on an extra bed (3 people in a room) – 800 rub.

The surcharge for more comfortable accommodation is 17,250 rubles/person.

The hotels are indicated approximately, it is possible to replace them with similar ones, including hotels in other cities.

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

The Susanin Park Hotel is just a 10-minute drive from the Volga River. The hotel is located near the historical center of Kostroma with the five-domed Epiphany Cathedral and the Church of the Resurrection.

It offers comfortable rooms with free Wi-Fi and satellite TV, as well as a sauna complex. All rooms at the hotel are equipped with a refrigerator and a private bathroom. Some rooms have a kitchenette.

The wooden sauna complex of the hotel offers a traditional Russian sauna, steam room, bathroom and massage room. The Beerstadt restaurant serves European cuisine and beer. Russian Russian dishes, such as borscht, are served in the restaurant of traditional Russian cuisine.

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Hotel "Knyazhy Dvor" 3* Suzdal

The Knyazhy Dvor Hotel is located on the outskirts of Suzdal.

The Knyazhego Dvor offers 39 rooms of various categories from "standard" to "suite". Among the amenities are air conditioning, a safe, a refrigerator, a flat-screen TV, satellite TV.

There is a restaurant on site, the menu of which offers a large number of delicious dishes. Breakfast is served here every morning, the price of which is included in the room rate.

Guests can visit the sauna, beauty salon. There is a parking lot for cars on the territory of the hotel. For an additional fee, you can book a shuttle service, tour service.

The hotel is located near the Museum of Wooden architecture, the Suzdal Kremlin. These architectural monuments are visible from the windows of the cozy rooms of the hotel.

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Another option

Hotel "Amaks Golden Ring" 3* g. Vladimir.

The AMAKS Golden Ring Hotel is located in Vladimir on Tchaikovsky Street. The building meets the modern requirements of coziness, comfort and service. The object has earned a high rating among tourists.

There is a bowling alley with several lanes and a lounge on site. Everyone can play Russian or American billiards. For a fee, you can visit the Eden sauna with a steam room, a relaxation room with an LCD TV, a small pool, a Jacuzzi, a bathroom, karaoke.

The standard facilities include Wi-Fi, paid shuttle service, private parking, library. The staff at the 24-hour front desk is always ready to answer your questions.

Rooms of various categories are available for check-in - from "standard" to "luxury" rooms, which are equipped with everything necessary for living. All accommodation options are decorated in a classic style with an individual layout. Each room has air conditioning, a minibar, a flat-screen TV, and a safe. The bathroom is equipped with hygiene products, a set of towels and a hairdryer.

A hearty buffet breakfast is served every morning. There is a restaurant serving Russian and Ukrainian cuisine, an elegant dining room and a tropical-themed bar. There is also a lobby bar.

There are 6 conference halls for business events, with a capacity from 12 to 330 people. Almost all rooms have a multimedia projector and projection screen, professional lighting and sound equipment.

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Tour conditions

Group

From 1 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 (according to the selected option);
guided tour service according to the program;
transportation service.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Moscow and back;
the surcharge for a single room is 7,750 rubles.;
the choice of a seat on the bus is 2,450 rubles. (booked when buying a tour);
excursion package (Rostov – 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, Vladimir – the Crystal Museum or "Old Vladimir") – 2,700 rubles/person.;
additional excursions on request;
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 for an additional fee.
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.
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, 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.