We invite you to a two-day trip through the cities of the Golden Ring, which combines rich excursions, the cozy atmosphere of ancient cities and picturesque views of the Russian province. 

You will see the Rostov Kremlin, majestic monasteries and merchant ensembles. Get acquainted with the ancient history and architectural treasures of Pereslavl-Zalessky, Rostov the Great and Kostroma, stroll along the Volga embankment and visit the Plyos, which inspired Russian artists.

Location

Moscow
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$184
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Duration
2 days
1 night
Departures
6 - 7 Jun
12 - 13 Jun
13 - 14 Jun
20 - 21 Jun
27 - 28 Jun
4 - 5 Jul
11 - 12 Jul
18 - 19 Jul
Accommodation
  • Hotel
    1 night
Comfort
  • Upscale
Difficulty
Easy
Suitable for everyone
Group
Up to 45 tourists
Minimum age
6 years old
Group meet at
Moscow
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Weekdays: 8am - 8pm
Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

Merchant Kostroma
Get to know the original Kostroma and the majestic Ipatievsky monastery
Pearl of the Volga
Admire the picturesque landscapes of Ples, which inspired many artists, on a boat trip.
Ancient and Great
Take a walk around the Rostov Kremlin surrounded by an amazing architectural ensemble

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Departure from Moscow. Pereslavl-Zalessky — Rostov Veliky — Kostroma

    07:15 Gathering of the group in Moscow, metro station "VDNKH", parking lot to the right of the hotel "Cosmos".

    07:30 Departure by bus to Pereslavl-Zalessky.

    Sightseeing tour of Pereslavl-Zalessky on the passage.

    The heart of Pereslavl is Red Square, which is several centuries older than the famous Moscow namesake.

    A living confirmation of 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.

    Transfer to Rostov Veliky.

    Rostov is not called Great for nothing, because its mentions date back to 862 in the chronicles.

    Sightseeing tour of Rostov Veliky on the passage (external sightseeing): ramparts and Lake Nero, Spaso-Yakovlevsky Monastery, Kekin Gymnasium and Gostiny Dvor, unique Stable yard, merchant estates of the XVIII – XIX centuries.

    Guided tour of the Rostov Kremlin (inspection of the architectural ensemble).

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

    Lunch at a cafe in the city.

    Departure to Kostroma.

    Sightseeing tour of Kostroma, the most beautiful city on the Volga, one of the pearls of the Golden Ring.

    Kostroma is an ancient merchant city that 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 and introduce you to the unique objects of the exhibition.:

    • fire tower of the XIX century, an outstanding monument of classicism.
    • the guardhouse building.
    • a beautifully preserved ensemble of Shopping malls, which are still in service.
    • the wide embankment of the Volga River.

    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 icon painting in Kostroma. The icon has long been revered as the defender of the city and the guardian of the Romanov family.

    Visit to the famous Ipatievsky Monastery, the main symbol of Kostroma (inspection of the architectural ensemble).

    Within the walls of this monastery, Mikhail Romanov was blessed with the kingdom. Since then, the monastery has been rightfully considered the "Cradle of the Romanov dynasty."

    Next, you can choose one of the program options that is right for you:

    1. Option: free time.
    2. Option: visit the museum of "Jewelry Art" (for an additional fee).

    Accommodation at the hotel.

    Dinner at the hotel restaurant.

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  • Day 2 - Ples
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Hotel
    1 night
Comfort
  • Upscale

The tour provides accommodation in Kostroma hotels to choose from. 

The cost of the tour for 1 person, depending on the category of accommodation and the fare of meals, in rubles:

When staying in 4* hotels.

Basic accommodation: hotel "Ya-Hotel". Reserve hotel: Volga, Kostroma.

Arrivals/mealsBreakfast onlyNo dinners: breakfast, lunchFull meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner

23-24.05; 

30-31.05; 

06-07.06; 

20-21.06; 

27-28.06

15 29016 59017 890

Public holidays:

12-13.06; 

13-14.06

17 39018 69019 990
July-August16 29017 59018 890
September15 29016 59017 890

The surcharge for a single room is 2,900 rubles.

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

When staying in 3* hotels.

Basic accommodation: hotel "Susanin Park Hotel". Reserve hotels: "Snegurochka", "Volga", "Ya-Hotel", Kostroma.

Arrivals/mealsBreakfast onlyNo dinners: breakfast, lunchFull meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner

Public holidays:

12-13.06; 

13-14.06

15 69016 99017 690
Other dates13 29014 59015 290

The surcharge for a single room is 2,100 rubles.

Discount for an extra bed (3 people in a room) is not provided.

The selection of a hotel within the category is automatic, 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.

"I am a Hotel" or The Volga Hotel or 1 night
"I am a Hotel"

Ya-Hotel occupies a modern 4-storey building located next to the Epiphany-Anastasiinsky Monastery. Guests are provided with an expanded range of services, including meals.

The hotel's rooms are decorated in a modern style. Moscow artists worked on the design of the rooms. The rooms have not only a comfortable bed and other furniture, but also a workplace so that hotel guests can continue to work while on a business trip.

There is a restaurant complex on the territory of the hotel, which is divided into several zones. In the morning, guests are invited to the breakfast room to recharge with hearty meals and a good mood. There is also a banquet hall and a lobby bar.

Staying at the hotel, you can diversify your stay by visiting interesting places nearby. There is a Literary Museum, a monument to a Dog, and a fire tower within walking distance. The train station is 3.5 km away and the airport is 6.7 km away.

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Another option
The Volga Hotel

The 4-star Volga Hotel is located near the central embankment in Kostroma. Near the historical part of the city with many attractions. The convenient location will ensure a comfortable stay during tourist or business trips. 

102 rooms are offered for accommodation, with categories from "Standard" to "Suite". Their interior is decorated in light shades, and from the panoramic windows you can see the city or the river. There are beds with orthopedic mattresses, Wi-Fi, a TV and a private bathroom.

There is a restaurant on site that serves delicious dishes. Guests can also choose a rate with breakfast included.

In 258 m — the Church of the Resurrection on the Forest, in 416 m — the State Philharmonic, in 575 m — the landscaped Muravyovka Park. The distance to the airport is 6.8 km, to the railway station — 1.8 km.

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Another option
Hotel "Susanin Park Hotel"

The Susanin Park Hotel is located near Kostroma. Suitable for family holidays with children or with company. Gazebos and barbecue areas are located on the territory. The pride of the hotel is the Old Russian baths complex. Guests can enjoy a game of billiards, table tennis, or bike rides. The skating rink is flooded in winter. The journey to the city center by car will take no more than 30 minutes.

Rooms of various categories and capacities are available for accommodation. All rooms are decorated in pleasant colors. Each of them has free high-speed Internet access, a TV, a small refrigerator, and a telephone. The private bathroom is equipped with a standard set of sanitary facilities and hygiene supplies. Some rooms have a sauna.

A buffet breakfast is served every morning at the hotel. The hotel has an atmospheric restaurant serving Russian cuisine. Bierstadt is a restaurant with an interesting design, as well as a wide selection of European dishes and beers.

The journey to the city center by car will take no more than 30 minutes. The distance to the railway station is about eight kilometers, and the airport is 13 km away.

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Another option
The Snow Maiden Hotel

The Snegurochka Hotel in Kostroma is 2.1 km away from the center. The hotel offers 55 comfortable rooms, which are equipped with all necessary appliances and comfortable furniture.

Check-in at the hotel starts at 14:00, you need to leave before 12:00.

There is a restaurant "Metelitsa", a bar, and an entertainment complex "Snow Maiden's Tower" on site.

Thanks to the professionalism of the staff of the accommodation and reception service, the settlement procedure will take no more than 3 minutes so as not to detain guests from the road.

The building consists of three floors and is ideally located on the banks of the Volga River next to the Church of the Resurrection in the center of Kostroma.

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Tour conditions

Group
up to 45 tourists
Minimum age
6 years old
Duration
2 days 1 night
Group meets at
Moscow

Included in price

  • Hotel accommodation;
  • guided tour service according to the selected option;
  • transportation service;
  • nutrition: 
    • breakfast; 
    • lunches (if the lunch plan is selected); 
    • dinner (if the dinner rate is selected).

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Moscow and back;
  • visit to the museum of "Jewelry Art" in Kostroma – 400 rubles.;
  • surcharge for a single room (depending on the hotel category);
  • the choice of a seat on the bus is 980 rubles. (to be booked when buying a tour);
  • personal expenses;
  • nutrition: 
    • lunches (if the lunch-free fare is selected);
    • dinner (if the no-dinner fare is selected).

It's important to know

What important information is there 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. This program is recommended for children over 6 years old.
  6. 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.
  7. The "Location selection" service, the manager will fix the desired location for you in advance.
  8. Joining children's groups to the tour is on request.
  9. 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. 
  10. 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.
Are air and railway tickets included in the price of the tour?
Is insurance included in the price of the tour?

Dates and Prices

  • $184
    6 – 7 Jun 2 days 1 night
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  • $217
    12 – 13 Jun 2 days 1 night
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  • $217
    13 – 14 Jun 2 days 1 night
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  • $184
    20 – 21 Jun 2 days 1 night
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  • $184
    27 – 28 Jun 2 days 1 night
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Reviews Leave a review

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    Tatiana
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    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.