Royal Maslenitsa in Suzdal

Spend a bright weekend by joining the folk festivals in the museum city of Suzdal and Alexandrovskaya Sloboda– the residence of the first Russian tsar Ivan the Terrible. 

On this tour, you will visit several cities from the Golden Ring at once, see the main sights of Pereslavl-Zalessky and the famous Suzdal Kremlin, and also get acquainted with the customs and rituals of the ancient Russian holiday – Maslenitsa.

Location

Moscow, Prospekt Mira, 150
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Duration
2 days
1 night
Departures
20 - 21 Feb, 2027
Accommodation
  • Hotel
    1 night
Comfort
  • Midscale
  • Upscale
  • Premium
Difficulty
Easy
Suitable for everyone
Group
From 2 to 50 tourists
Minimum age
6 years old
Group meet at
Moscow, Prospekt Mira, 150
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Tour highlights

A touch of history
You will see the oldest building of Northeastern Russia and frescoes of the XVI century.
Carnival fun
Say a big goodbye to winter – with fervor, festivities and round dances
Gastronomic pleasures
You will taste the famous grouse fish, which is popularly called "royal herring"

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Sightseeing tour of Suzdal. Carnival fun

    07:00 Gathering of the group in Moscow: VDNKh metro station, parking lot to the right of the Kosmos Hotel.

    07:15 Departure to Suzdal.

    The creator of the Golden Ring route, Yuri Bychkov, while in Suzdal, called it "Sweet Museum. The city is unique" and was surprised to note that there are a lot of people here and the city is very popular.

    Sightseeing tour of Suzdal. In the program:

    • visit the main attraction of Suzdal – the Suzdal Kremlin, which has existed since the 10th century according to archaeological data;
    • The Pokrovsky Monastery (from the observation deck) is a women's monastery that holds many secrets. In the 16th century, it served as a place of exile for disgraced tsars and women of noble boyar families.;
    • an inspection of the territory of the Spaso-Efimiev Monastery with a visit to the Transfiguration Cathedral and the famous bells.

    The monastery is famous for the fact that the walls of the cathedral contain unique frescoes of the XVI century from the facades of the building and paintings of the XVII century from the famous masters Gury Nikitin and Sila Savin.

    Lunch at a cafe.

    Carnival fun at the Museum of Wooden Architecture in Suzdal.

    Among the chopped huts, creaking mills, wooden churches, wells and barns of the Suzdal Museum of Wooden Architecture, merry Shrovetide festivities will unfold with folk games and contests, traditional Shrovetide amusements, mock battles, performances by folklore groups and treats (for an additional fee, if desired, on the spot).

    Departure to Vladimir.

    Accommodation at the hotel.

    Dinner at the hotel restaurant.

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  • Day 2 - Yuriev-Polsky, Pereslavl-Zalessky, Alexandrovskaya Sloboda. Shrovetide festivities
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Hotel
    1 night
Comfort
  • Midscale
  • Upscale
  • Premium

The tour includes accommodation at the Amaks Golden Ring Hotel in Vladimir. 

Reserve hotels: Levitan, Russian Village, Zarya, Prince Vladimir. The hotel is selected automatically depending on the date of the tour and the availability of hotel rooms.

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

BreakfastsBreakfasts and lunchesBreakfasts, lunches and dinners
16 20017 70018 500

The surcharge for single occupancy is 3,400 rubles (1 person in a room).

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

AMAKS Golden Ring Hotel or Levitan Hotel or 1 night
AMAKS Golden Ring Hotel

The AMAKS Golden Ring Hotel is located in the city of Vladimir on one of the main streets of the city. The building is designed in accordance with all modern requirements. 

The hotel offers a wide range of rooms with different categories: from "Standard" to "Luxury" class. 

The rooms are equipped with comfortable beds with orthopedic mattresses, taking care of the guests. Other amenities include a TV, air conditioning, high-speed internet, a mini-bar, and a safe. In the bathroom, personal hygiene supplies are provided for everyone.

In the morning, breakfast is served buffet style. Guests can also taste aromatic dishes of Russian and Ukrainian cuisine from the menu. In addition to the restaurant, a lobby bar, a dining room and a bar with a tropical design are also available.

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Levitan Hotel

The Levitan Hotel is located in Vladimir. The rooms are decorated in a classic style and warm colors. Categories: "wedding", "standard superior", "family", "standard", "tourist", which have a double bed, bed linen, TV. There is a private bathroom with toiletries and bathrobes. Free internet is available to the guests.

There is a restaurant on site, a vending machine, and it is possible to order breakfast. There is a wide variety of bars and coffee shops nearby.

The distance to the airport is 5.6 km, to the railway station — 875 m. Within walking distance of the Assumption Cathedral, Pushkin Park.

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The Russian Village Hotel

The Russian Village Hotel is located in Vladimir in the Leninsky district.

97 comfortable rooms are available for accommodation. All rooms have air conditioning, TV, bathroom, wireless internet.

The hotel has a restaurant "Russian Village" and a tavern "Okolitsa". There is a cafe and a shop within walking distance.

Nearby are Druzhba Park – 517 m, Semyazinsky Beach, Vladimir Railway Station is 6.21 km away, Vladimirsky Bus Station is 6 km away, and Vladimir Airport is 1.6 km away.

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Zarya Hotel

The Zarya Hotel is located in the center of Vladimir, next to the Golden Gate. Facilities include free Wi-Fi, laundry, luggage storage, 24-hour front desk and parking. 

The room stock includes various categories. All rooms are decorated in the same classic style, with comfortable double or single beds, furniture, modern TV and refrigerator.

There is a restaurant on the ground floor, which serves European and Russian cuisine.

There is a public transport stop in the immediate vicinity, as well as the main infrastructure facilities. The Golden Gate attraction, the Drama Theater, the Crystal Museum, the Patriarch's Garden, the Babusya Yagusya Fairy Tale Museum, and Gogol Square are located within 1.5 km. The distance to the airport is 4.2 km, to the railway station — 2.3 km.

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The Prince Vladimir Hotel

Knyaz Vladimir is one of the Vladimir hotels, the main philosophy of which is striving for European standards and an individual approach to each client. The reception and accommodation service is open 24 hours a day, free Wi-fi and parking spaces are provided.

The castle-like building has four floors. The rooms are divided into categories – you can stay in a more budget or more elite version.

The lobby bar offers a full range of drinks, and the spacious restaurant offers a menu that combines several well-known cuisines. Catering is available on request.

The complex is located near important federal highways, along which you can get to Suzdal.

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Tour conditions

Group
From 2 to 50 tourists
Minimum age
6 years old
Duration
2 days 1 night
Group meets at
Moscow, Prospekt Mira, 150

Included in price

  • hotel accommodation;
  • guided tours according to the program (including museum tickets and accompanying guide services);
  • transportation service;
  • meals specified in the program:
    • breakfast on day 2;
    • lunches (if the lunch plan is selected);
    • dinner on day 1 (if the dinner rate is selected).

Paid extra

  • air or railway tickets to Moscow and back;
  • the choice of a seat on the bus is 980 rubles, payable upon purchase of the tour;
  • meals not specified in the program:
    • lunches (if the lunch-free fare is selected);
    • dinners (if the no-dinner fare is selected).

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Dates and Prices

  • $224
    20 – 21 Feb, 2027 2 days 1 night
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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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    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.