In the land of ringing bells. Autumn and winter in the Novgorod region

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Immerse yourself in the wonderful world of ancient Russia with an eventful two-day tour of Novgorod and Valdai. You will enjoy exciting tours of the Kremlin, the bell Museum and walks through picturesque places where legends and legends come to life.

Discover the city's treasures — ancient cathedrals, towers and monuments, as well as secluded corners filled with history and traditions. Realize the dream of antiquity, architecture and nature on an exciting journey!

Location

Veliky Novgorod

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Tour highlights

Spiritual melody

You will hear the famous Valdai bells ringing and even ring them, as well as learn the secrets of ancient craft.

Nice rustic atmosphere

Visit Vitoslavlitsy, experience Russian village life and learn the traditions of Novgorod peasants.

The Kremlin and ancient Russian monuments of Novgorod

Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of centuries with a visit to St. Sophia Cathedral, towers and legendary walls, where historical events raged.

Itinerary

Day 1 - Valdai, Bell Museum, Iversky and Assumption monasteries
Arrival in Novgorod (we meet the train from Moscow at 06:24 train No. 42 and St. Petersburg at 10:26 train No. 7001 and additional train No. 7931).
Meeting with the guide at the railway station at the main entrance from the platform.
Guaranteed hotel accommodation at 14:00. Morning check-in if possible.
You can leave your belongings free of charge in the luggage room of the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Departure to the city of Valdai "Pearl of the Novgorod region" (132 km).
The excursion program "Tales and legends of the Valdai Backyard" is a visit to the only Bell Museum in Russia. The museum contains a variety of different types of bells.
Here, in the museum, you can not only learn the history of Valdai and the amazing Valdai bell industry, but also personally ring the famous bells (possibly replaced by a visit to the Museum Bell Center).
Free time at the guest house "Teremok" in the center of Valdai. A shop with traditional souvenirs and exclusive Valdai products — bells, bagels, gingerbread, local varieties of tea, mugs, plates, T-shirts, magnets with Valdai symbols.
Visit to the Valdai National Park – Architectural ensemble of the Iversky monastery: Assumption Cathedral (1656) – the first stone building of the monastery, Chapel of the Iversky Monastery (XIX century) – guided tour.
Return to Veliky Novgorod.

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Day 2 - Yaroslavovo Dvorishche, St. George Monastery, "Vitoslavlitsy" and Novgorod detinets
Breakfast at the hotel. Check-out time at the hotel is 12:00.
Guided tour of the Kremlin complex "Walls and towers of Ancient Detinets". In 1044, the walls and towers of the Ancient Kremlin were laid by Yaroslav the Wise, a Veche was held here, a Mayor was elected, and the Likhudov Corps was chronicled.
St. Sophia Cathedral (XI century) is an outstanding monument of ancient Russian architecture, the St. Sophia Bell Tower of the XYI century and a unique collection of ancient bells of Veliky Novgorod (XVI – XVII centuries).
The monument "The Millennium of Russia" is an encyclopedia of the Russian state, imprinted in bronze — it is a chronicle of the thousand–year history of the Russian state.
Free time for souvenirs.
Country tour: We invite you to a fascinating and informative excursion "To the origins of Russia!".
We will visit an amazing place — Yaroslav's Courtyard, where you will hear what the Novgorod veche was about, why there are so many temples on the territory of the auction and where the princely court of the famous Russian Prince Yaroslav the Wise was located.
The acquaintance with the history of the ancient city will continue in the picturesque southern surroundings, where the monastery of St. George, one of the oldest in Russia, is hidden from view.
The monastery is located at the source of the Volkhov River, flowing from the legendary Lake Ilmen.
And the route will end with a walk through the Novgorod village in the Museum of Wooden Architecture "Vitoslavlitsy". You will touch the traditions of the Russian countryside and learn a lot of interesting things: how huts were built without a single nail, get acquainted with the life of Novgorod peasants.
The fabulous beauty of the interiors will not leave anyone indifferent!
Attention! It can be replaced by the Hutynsky Spaso-Preobrazhensky Monastery.
Transfer to the railway station (17:00 train to St. Petersburg and 20:20 transfer to the railway train to Moscow).

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Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Hotel

1 night

Comfort

Upscale
Premium

The tour includes accommodation in a hotel of your choice in Veliky Novgorod.

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

Hotel	Dates	Room category	Place in 2-bed room	Place in 1-bed room	3rd adult for an additional location	Lunch Package (2 lunches)	Dinner Package (2 dinners at the hotel)
Akron The buffet	30.09-27.12.2026	Standard with air conditioning	29440	35200	-	1900	-
"Volkhov" The buffet	30.09-27.12.2026	Standard with air conditioning	21952	23424	20992	1900	1900
"Volkhov" The buffet	30.09-27.12.2026	Comfort with air conditioning	23400	25700	20992	1900	1900
"Sadko" The buffet	30.09-27.12.2026	Standard (cond on request)	20224	20992	19328	1400	1400
"Sadko" The buffet	30.09-27.12.2026	Superior with air conditioning	20600	24200	19328	1400	1400
Intourist The buffet	30.09-27.12.2026	Standard (cond on request)	19968	22144	18944	1400	1400
Intourist The buffet	30.09-27.12.2026	Comfort with air conditioning	21200	24500	18944	1400	1400

For a child under 14 years of age, 350 rubles discount is available for any accommodation option.

You can pay for dinners when buying a tour, and you can have lunch on the spot.

Akron

"Acron Hotel Veliky Novgorod a member of Radisson Individuals" is a stylish and comfortable hotel located near the Kremlin Park in Veliky Novgorod.

The modern rooms are equipped with a bed with a high-quality mattress, bedside lamps and sockets for additional convenience, free internet, as well as an individual bathroom with toiletries and a set of towels.

You can taste delicious dishes and drinks, as well as enjoy the panoramic view of the city at the Proun restaurant. The hotel also has a lobby bar.

Additional benefits include a fitness center, a year—round indoor pool, and a spa. Nearby you can find many iconic places of the city, including the Museum of Fine Arts, the Novgorod Kremlin, the Magdeburg Gates, the Church of the Intercession of the Virgin and many others. The nearest train station is 0.9 km away, and Pulkovo airport is 152.8 km away.

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The Volkhov Hotel

The Volkhov Hotel is located in the center of Veliky Novgorod, within walking distance of the ancient Kremlin and Sofiyskaya Embankment.

It offers rooms with free Wi-Fi. The rooms come with a private bathroom, a TV and a mini fridge. The windows overlook the park or the courtyard.

The Volkhov Hotel's restaurant serves delicious European and Russian cuisine. The lobby bar serves a variety of wines and other beverages.

A Finnish sauna is available on site.

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Sadko Hotel

Sadko Hotel is located in the historical part of Veliky Novgorod.

The hotel is located in a 5-storey building. All rooms at the hotel have cable TV and a private bathroom.

A wide range of Russian and European dishes are served at the Sadko Restaurant. Guests can enjoy homemade cakes at the cafe, as well as a selection of drinks at the lobby bar.

Guests can visit the Sadko Hotel's hairdressing salon during their stay at the hotel. The hotel also has a shop selling handmade souvenirs from Novgorod.

The hotel is located about 1 km from St. Sophia Cathedral and 2 km from Lake Ilmen. Moscow and Saint Petersburg can be reached directly via the nearby M10 motorways.

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Intourist Hotel

The Intourist Hotel is located in Veliky Novgorod. It offers free access to a free Wi-Fi network. Car owners will be able to use private parking. If necessary, you can use a washing machine and ironing facilities.

The hotel offers 118 rooms decorated in a modern style. They are equipped with everything that is so necessary for a cozy and comfortable stay. The bathroom must have a hairdryer and personal hygiene products.

In the morning, you can order a delicious breakfast at a reasonable price. Groceries can be purchased at nearby stores and supermarkets. You can also have a delicious meal at the nearest restaurant.

A conference hall for 60 people is available on site especially for business people. It is fully equipped with special appliances and furniture.

Next to the hotel there is the Church of Simeon the God-Receiver, the Dostoevsky Drama Theater, as well as the Dukhov Monastery. The distance to the airport is approximately 187 kilometers.

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Tour conditions

Group

From 5 to 40 tourists

Minimum age

5 years old

Duration

2 days 1 night

Group meets at

Veliky Novgorod

Included in price

accommodation in the hotel of the selected category;
meals included in the program: 2 breakfasts;
guided tour service according to the tour program;
transportation support according to the tour program;
group meeting and departure at the railway station;
guide services.

Paid extra

railway tickets to Veliky Novgorod and back;
meals not included in the program: lunches and dinners (please pay for the package of dinners when buying the tour, the package of lunches can be paid on the spot);
personal expenses.

It's important to know

Air and railway tickets are not included in the price of the tour. You can purchase them yourself or contact us for help.

Dates and Prices

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I really enjoyed the excursions. The guides’ stories were fascinating and rich in historical detail. We learned a lot about Russia’s history and were very pleased overall.

In the land of ringing bells. Autumn and winter in the Novgorod region

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