New Year's Eve in the gingerbread land. Bus tour to Ryazan and Tula from Moscow

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We invite you to go on an exciting and delicious trip to the sweet and gingerbread region of Ryazan and Tula for the New Year holidays!

You will have a New Year's banquet, a master class in lace weaving, a visit to the Kolomna pastille factory, as well as the museums of Ryazan lollipop and Tula gingerbread.

Give yourself and your loved ones unforgettable memories of New Year's holidays in a cozy gingerbread land!

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Moscow

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Tour highlights

Mikhailovsky lace

Admire the unusual strict geometric lace pattern and learn the original lace weaving technique

Kolomna pastille

Take a theatrical tour of the museum's pastille factory

Treats from Ryazan and Tula

Go to the Museum of the History of the Ryazan lollipop, where you will have a tasting and painting of the royal lollipop, learn how to make a real Tula gingerbread and consolidate your knowledge with a tea party with sweets

Itinerary

Day 1 - Visiting Kolomna Kremlin. Theatrical tour of the museum factory of pastilles
08:45 Gathering of the group: metro station "VDNKH" to the right of the hotel "Cosmos".
09:00 Departure to Kolomna.
Visiting Kolomna Kremlin.

The architectural complex of the Kolomna Kremlin is the most important historical and cultural monument of Kolomna, which was formed in the XIV – XIX centuries. Kolomna Kremlin is surrounded by fragments of the fortress wall and preserved towers.
Currently, 7 Kremlin towers have been preserved, of which the more significant ones Marinkina, Faceted and travel card Pyatnitskaya.

On the territory of the Kremlin there is Cathedral Square, the architectural appearance of which consists ofThe Assumption Cathedral, built by decree of Dmitry Donskoy, the tent bell tower (XVII century) is the most powerful belfry of this type in the Moscow region.

Among the most ancient buildings of the Kolomna Kremlin are the Resurrection Church adjacent to Cathedral Square (XIV – XIX centuries), in which Prince Dmitry Donskoy and Evdokia of Suzdal were married in 1366, and the church of Nikola Gostiny (1501) – one of the first brick temples in Russia.
A theatrical tour of the museum's pastille factory.
The museum pastille factory is located in one of the buildings of the candy and pastille establishment of merchant Pyotr Chuprikov, which existed from 1852 to 1918 on the Dairy Square of Kolomenskoye Posad. Thanks to the development of railways, provincial Russia discovered the whole world through the exotic tastes of colonial tropical countries.
Lunch at a cafe in the city.
Moving to Ryazan.
Accommodation at the Forum 4* hotel. Rooms of the standard category.
Preparation for the New Year's banquet (the current program will be published later).

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Day 2 - Sightseeing tour of the city with a visit to the territory of the Ryazan Kremlin. Visit to the museum of the history of Ryazan lollipop
The first breakfast of the New Year!
An intoxicating menu for those who met from the heart!
Delicious treats from the chef, pies, buns.
Sightseeing tour of the city with a visit to the territory of the Ryazan Kremlin.
A walk through the Small city Center, affecting Sobornaya and Sennaya Squares, Lenin Square (after the official opening of shopping malls on the territory of the square in the XIX century, the most famous now in Ryazan, at first only flour and grain were sold here, for this reason the square has the unspoken name "Khlebnaya"), the summer house of the Noble Assembly, Pochtovaya Streets and Astrakhan, at the intersection of which there is a monument to Yevpatiy Kolovrat.

The monument to S.A.Yesenin is the main and largest of the monuments to the famous countryman located in Ryazan.
The saying "We have mushrooms with eyes in Ryazan, they are eaten, they look" is dedicated to the original sculptural composition "Mushrooms with eyes in Ryazan". During the Tatar-Mongol invasion, it was mushrooms that were an indicator of where the Mongols raced on their steeds.

Visiting the territory of the Ryazan Kremlin (independently without an accompanying guide).
On the southwestern side of the Kremlin hill there is an ancient earthen rampart – a defensive structure of the XIII-XVII centuries.
Until the end of the XVII – beginning of the XVIII century. wooden walls and towers of the Kremlin were located on the rampart. In front of the rampart was a defensive moat filled with water.
The territory of the Cathedral Park connects with the Kremlin Glebovsky Bridge, which successfully performed military and defensive functions in the XV century. During sieges, the bridge rose to the walls, thereby blocking the way of the attackers.

In the western part of the Cathedral Park there is the Church of the Savior on Yar, which offers a wonderful view of the flood meadows.
The elegant five-domed church is deservedly considered one of the best in Ryazan, and is also the oldest functioning temple in the city.
Lunch at a cafe in the city.
Visit to the museum of the history of Ryazan lollipop.
Nikolai Petrovich Shishkov, the founder of Ryazan sugar beet production in 1829, the First Chairman of the Committee of sugar producers of Russia, a hero of the war of 1812 – this is the name widely known in the middle of the 19th century.
The Ryazan Shishkov plant became the first model enterprise in Russia, and the first laboratory for the study of sugar properties was established there. The results of the experiments exceeded all expectations.

In the Museum you will find a tasting, an interactive show, a master class on sugar making, painting of the royal lollipop.
You can buy candy and chocolate souvenirs in the souvenir shop, and taste Russian merchant cuisine of the 19th century in the Tea Room.
Return to the hotel.
Dinner at the hotel restaurant.

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Day 3 - Visit to the museum at the Mikhailovsky Lace factory. Sightseeing tour of Tula. Completion of the tour
Breakfast at the hotel restaurant.
Visit to the museum at the Mikhailovsky Lace factory.
The technique of Mikhailovsky lace weaving is unique and has no analogues, and colored lace captivates with its beauty.
Mikhailovsky lace differs from others primarily in that it does not contain floral, plant and animal motifs, which are widespread in other regions of Russia.

A master class in lace weaving.
The lace pattern is strict and geometric, it has become the basis of this unique and one-of-a-kind art craft. The lace-making technique is also original, as lace makers can use up to 60 pairs of bobbins.
Transfer to Tula.
Lunch at a cafe in the city.
Sightseeing tour of Tula – "old" and new.
You will visit the historical center, see the Nikolo-Zaretsky temple – the tomb of the richest Demidov family and the powerful, majestic temple of St. Sergius of Radonezh, as well as admire the monuments of Tula, among which is an unusual and touching Memorial to the Defenders of the Sky of Russia, a monument to Peter I, captain of the cruiser Varyag Rudnev, and even ... a monument to a dinosaur, or as the locals call it "monument to the mother-in-law"!
Visit the "real" mushroom meadow and try to take a bite out of the "Tula gingerbread".

In 2018, the city was presented with its own "Arbat" – an entire museum quarter – the former Pyatnitskaya, modern Metallistov Street and the renovated Kazanskaya Embankment.
Metallistov Street today is the maximum concentration of the most important museums and reserves of the Tula region, including the well–known Kulikov Field and Yasnaya Polyana, as well as cozy cafes, cultural centers and hiking trails.
And once upon a time, famous Tula merchants and entrepreneurs lived here in luxurious mansions and manors, among them Mikhail Belolipetsky, the founder of the famous Tula Gingerbread factory.

The renovated Kazan embankment, stretching along the left bank of the Upa River, will open up to you after half a century of hiding the Tula Arms Factory by a fence.
After all, back in the 19th century, the Lower Kremlin Garden was located here — a favorite vacation spot for citizens. Today it is a fashionable holiday destination with two-tiered embankments, modern installations and recreation areas.

You will also see the Tula Kremlin, a unique monument of defense architecture of the XVI century, which has preserved its original appearance almost from the moment of its foundation.
During its existence, the Tula Kremlin has never surrendered to the enemy.
You will enjoy the beauty and grandeur of the architectural ensemble of the Kremlin, see the pearl of the "Russian Baroque" – the Assumption Cathedral, built in 1766, as well as the monumental Epiphany Cathedral, once a heated winter temple, and ancient Shopping malls, in whose shops in your free time you can enjoy a kaleidoscope of tastes of traditional Tula – Tula pastille, sweets and Gingerbread.

For more than 300 years, people have been saying "Tula" — they hear "gingerbread".
It all started not in Tula, but in Europe, where the predecessor of the Tula gingerbread has been known since the XIII century. The first written mention of Tula gingerbread dates back to 1685, but information about fragrant spicy cookies dates back a century earlier.
But it was in Tula that this process was elevated to the rank of art.
A visit to the Gingerbread Museum in the Kremlin, where each guest will be told about the history of gingerbread and their features.
With your own eyes, you can see how a real Tula gingerbread is made, consolidate the training with a tea party with sweets.
Departure to Moscow.
21:00 Approximate time of arrival in Moscow (metro station "VDNKH").

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Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Hotel

2 nights

Comfort

Midscale
Upscale
Premium

The tour includes accommodation in a hotel in Ryazan.

The cost of the tour for 1 person, in rubles:

Placement	Double room	Additional fee for single occupancy
Forum 4*	38 990	6 090

Discount for a child (14-17 years old inclusive) at the main place (special children's menu of the New Year's banquet) – 1,000 rubles.

Discount for a child (up to and including 13 years old) at the main place (special children's menu of the New Year's banquet) – 3,500 rubles.

Discount on an extra bed (3 people in a room):

for an adult – 400 rubles.
per child (14-17 years old inclusive, special children's menu of the New Year's banquet) – 1,400 rubles;
per child (up to and including 13 years old, special children's menu of the New Year's banquet) – 3,900 rubles.

The choice of a seat on the bus is 1,470 rubles.

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

The Forum Congress Hotel is a modern, sought-after business class hotel in Ryazan, combining high-quality 4-star service, famous Russian hospitality and the best cuisine among Ryazan restaurants.

125 comfortable rooms of various categories are ready to receive guests: there are budget economy and luxury presidential apartments. In addition, guests will be pleased with the democratic prices for the European quality of service.

The Forum Congress Hotel with a telling name will be an excellent place for conferences and forums if the visit to the hotel is of a business nature.

The hotel is located next to a busy thoroughfare, from where you can get anywhere, but at the same time it is located in a quiet and cozy center of Ryazan.

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Tour conditions

Group

From 2 to 50 tourists

Minimum age

6 years old

Duration

3 days 2 nights

Group meets at

Moscow

Included in price

hotel accommodation;
meals specified in the program;
New Year's banquet;
guide services, tour service, entrance tickets;
transportation service.

Paid extra

air or railway tickets to Moscow and back;
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.

Banquet menu (adults)

Snacks on the table

Canapes with salmon roe 25 g.

Salmon rolls with Philadelphia cheese and ginger 25 g.

Tapas with halibut caviar 25 g.

Cold snacks

"Fish plateau" 65/20

(salted salmon, spicy salt mackerel, lime, cold smoked oily fish, capers)

"Vegetable plate"

(fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers, herbs)

"Cold cuts" 60/30 g.

(pork, chicken galantine, tongue with buttercream and mustard)

"Homemade pickles" 100 g.

(pickled tomatoes, cabbage with cranberries, gherkins, spicy wild garlic, Oka mushrooms with direct salt)

Meat jelly 100 g.

(pork and beef jelly)

"Assorted cheeses" 90 g.

(gorgonzola, dolce, cheddar, parmesan, emmental, mozzarella)

Olives/olives/lemon 15/15/15

A bowl of fruit 120 g.

(tangerines, grapes)

Salads

Chicken fillet salad with teriyaki sauce 100 g.

Olivier with veal tongue and cancerous necks (portioned) 120 g.

Smoked walleye salad with commander squid and shrimp 100 g.

Hot appetizer

Turkey with baked pepper and chimichuri sauce 100 g.

Hot dishes

Beef cheeks with demityas sauce and variegated mashed potatoes 280 g.

Duet of salmon and walleye with caviar sauce 200 g.

Bread, confectionery

Wheat bun 30 g.

Multigrain bun 30 g.

New Year's dessert 100 g.

Bar

Mineral water (without gas) 250 ml.

Mineral water (carbonated) 250 ml.

Cranberry and lingonberry juice 500 ml.

Champagne n/a 375 ml.

Brut champagne 375 ml.

Vodka Tsarskaya 100 ml.
* Total food 1,825 kg per person
* You can have your own drinks

Banquet menu for children under 13 years old

Snacks on the table

Canapes with salmon roe 25 g.

Salmon rolls with Philadelphia cheese and ginger 25 g.

Tapas with halibut caviar 25 g.

Cold snacks

Fish plateau 65/20

(salmon with/with, oily fish with/k, mackerel with spicy salt, lime, capers)

Assorted vegetables 80 g.

(tomatoes, cucumbers, bulgarians. pepper, herbs)

Cold cuts 60/30 g.

(pork, chicken roll, tongue with cream. Horseradish and mustard)

Pickles 100 g.

(Marin. tomatoes, cabbage with cranberries, gherkins, garlic, pears)

Meat jelly 80 g.

(pork and beef jelly)

Cheese mix 90 g.

(gorgonzola, cheddar, parmesan, emmental, mozzarella)

Olives/olives/lemon 15/15/15

A bowl of fruit 120 g.

(tangerines, grapes)

Salads

Chicken fillet salad with teriyaki sauce 100 g.

Olivier with veal tongue and cancerous necks (portioned) 120 g.

Hot snacks

Turkey with baked pepper and Chimichuri sauce 100 g.

Meat dishes

Funny spider cutlet with baked vegetables 200 g.

Bread, confectionery

Wheat bun 30 g.

Multigrain bun 30 g.

New Year's dessert 100 g.

Bar

Mineral water (without gas) 250 ml.

Mineral water (carbonated) 250 ml.

Cranberry and lingonberry juice 500 ml.

* Total food 1,825 kg per person

Banquet menu for children aged 14-17

Snacks on the table

Canapes with salmon roe 25 g.

Salmon rolls with Philadelphia cheese and ginger 25 g.

Tapas with halibut caviar 25 g.

Cold snacks

Fish plateau 65/20

Assorted vegetables 80 g.

(tomatoes, cucumbers, bulgarians. pepper, herbs)

Cold cuts 60/30 g.

(pork, chicken roll, tongue with cream. Horseradish and mustard)

Pickles 100 g.

(Marin. tomatoes, cabbage with cranberries, gherkins, garlic, pears)

Meat jelly 80 g.

(pork and beef jelly)

Cheese mix 90 g.

(gorgonzola, cheddar, parmesan, emmental, mozzarella)

Olives/olives/lemon 15/15/15

A bowl of fruit 120 g.

(tangerines, grapes)

Salads

Chicken fillet salad with teriyaki sauce 100 g.

Olivier with veal tongue and cancerous necks (portioned) 120 g.

Hot snacks

Turkey with baked pepper and Chimichuri sauce 100 g.

Meat dishes

Funny spider cutlet with baked vegetables 200 g.

Chicken skewer with French fries 200 g.

Bread, confectionery

Wheat bun 30 g.

Multigrain bun 30 g.

New Year's dessert 100 g.

Bar

Mineral water (without gas) 250 ml.

Mineral water (carbonated) 250 ml.

Cranberry and lingonberry juice 500 ml.

* Total food 1,825 kg per person

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New Year's Eve in the gingerbread land. Bus tour to Ryazan and Tula from Moscow

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