The legends of the glorious Novegrad and the living water. Veliky Novgorod and Valdai

A busy weekend in the protected areas of Novgorod region.

The main sights of the city are waiting for you: the Kremlin, St. Sophia, the Millennium Monument of Russia, the Sofia and Trade side, Yaroslav's Courtyard and the Hanseatic Fountain. Visit the current and largest of the Novgorod monasteries – St. George the Victorious, as well as the wonderful village – “Vitoslavlitsy” – a real reserve of wooden architecture.

The pearl of the tour is the picturesque Valdai with the famous Iversky monastery and a magnificent panorama of the lake. 

Arrivals on Fridays in the period from 01.10.24 to 30.04.25. On request, arrivals are possible from Monday to Friday, except on public holidays.

Location

Veliky Novgorod
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$121
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Duration
3 Days
2 Nights
Departures
  • Group departures
    • Dates for next season
    • 10 – 12 January, 2025
    • 17 – 19 January, 2025
    • 24 – 26 January, 2025
    • 31 January – 2 February, 2025
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Accommodation
  • Hotel
    2 nights
Comfort
  • Midscale
  • Upscale
  • Premium
Difficulty
Easy
Suitable for everyone
Group
Up to 50 people
Group meet at
Veliky Novgorod
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Tour highlights

The Novgorod Kremlin
Explore the towers and walls of the Kremlin, the oldest church of St. Sophia Cathedral and the symbol of Novgorod — the monument "1000th anniversary of Russia"
A wonderful village
You will go to Vitoslavitsy, a reserve of wooden architecture, impressive for its beauty and originality
Cozy Valdai
You will travel to the city of bell ringing and get acquainted with the architecture of the Iversky monastery
Valdai steering wheels
You will be able to purchase the famous Valdai steering wheels, which were mentioned in his "Notes" by G.R. Derzhavin

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Arrival in Veliky Novgorod. City sightseeing tour

    6:24-10:26 Arrival in Veliky Novgorod. 

    Meeting with the guide at the railway station at the main entrance from the platform. Check the meeting details the day before.

    Transfer to the hotel. 

    Accommodation (in the morning, if possible at the hotel, calculation. the hour is 14:00).

    Breakfast in the hotel restaurant. For tourists staying in other hotels and arriving after 10:00, breakfast is replaced with dinner at the hotel).

    11:00 2-hour walking tour of the old town: Sofia and the Trade side.

    Detinets – "the stone chronicle of Novgorod". The Kremlin – walls and 9 preserved towers: St. Sophia Cathedral in Novgorod is the oldest church in Russia. "Where Sofia is, Novgorod is here", a monument to the 1000th anniversary of Russia. Crossing the pedestrian "humpback" bridge, a panorama of architectural monuments and parts of the legendary path "from the Varangians to the Greeks". 

    Yaroslavovo dvorishche complex, bargain. The Hanseatic Fountain is a symbol of the union of Hanseatic cities of Modern times.

    As a gift – an entrance ticket to the museum to choose from:

    "The history of Novgorod and the Novgorod land from ancient times to the XVII century." in the museum building on the territory of the Kremlin and "Russian icon of the XI – XIX centuries." ancient – world masterpieces or the Lord's Faceted Chamber – Jewelry and decorative arts of the V-XVII centuries.

    The organization of lunch in the cafe is an additional fee. 700 rubles/person. Booking in advance.

    Free time in the city center. Optional visits to additional excursions.

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  • Day 2 - Continue exploring the city: Yaroslavovo dvorishche, St. George's Cathedral and Vitoslavitsy
  • Day 3 - Completion of the program. Excursion to Valdai
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Hotel
    2 nights
Comfort
  • Midscale
  • Upscale
  • Premium

The tour includes accommodation in a hotel in Veliky Novgorod.

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

PlacementA place in a double room

Single room

placement

Extra bed (3rd in a standard room)Extra day of stay a place in a 2-bed / single / extra. place
Mr. Intourist 3*22600 26900 20900 2300 / 3900 / 1300 
G-ca "Velkom Inn" 3*23100 24900 21300 2400 / 3100 / 1700 
Mr. Sadko 3*23700 25200 20900 2700 / 3300 / 1600 
Mr. Volkhov 4*26600 29400 24400 3350 / 4400 / 2500 
Beresta Park Hotel 4* (morning sauna, swimming pool)26600 32100 228003600 / 5600 / 2100 
Excursion package (without accommodation)12300

Discount for a child under 16 years of age for any accommodation – 500 rubles.

Sadko Hotel 3* or Volkhov Hotel 4* or 2 nights
Sadko Hotel 3*

The Sadko Hotel is located in the historical part of Veliky Novgorod. This hotel offers rooms and suites with refrigerators, as well as free parking. The hotel is located just 300 metres from the M10 motorway.

Sadko 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 in the Sadko restaurant. Guests can enjoy homemade cakes in the cafe, as well as a selection of drinks in the lobby bar. There is also a shop in the hotel where handmade souvenirs from Novgorod are sold.

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Volkhov Hotel 4*

The Volkhov Hotel is located in the center of Veliky Novgorod, a few minutes' walk from the ancient Kremlin and the Sofia Embankment. It offers rooms with free Wi-Fi.

The rooms are equipped 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 dishes of European and Russian cuisine. The lobby bar serves a variety of wines and other drinks.

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Hotel "Park Inn by Radisson" 4* (Beresta Park)

The Park Inn by Radisson Veliky Novgorod Hotel is located in a park area on the banks of the Volkhov River near the historical center of Veliky Novgorod.

The hotel has 226 modern comfortable rooms of five categories from standard to apartments. In each room: bath with shower, hairdryer, TV, telephone, table, armchairs.

Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel and in the rooms. The price includes breakfast, as well as access to the pool and saunas of the Beresta Spa center*. An extra bed is available in the rooms.

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Intourist 3*

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. Products can be purchased in the nearest shops and supermarkets. You can also have a delicious meal at the nearest restaurant.

A conference room for 60 people is specially equipped for business people on the territory. It is fully equipped with special appliances and furniture.

Next to the hotel there is the Church of Simeon the God-Giver, the drama theater named after F. M. Dostoevsky, as well as the Dukhov Monastery. The distance to the airport is approximately 187 kilometers.

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Welcome inn hotel

The comfortable Welcome inn hotel is located in Veliky Novgorod, near the interchange of public transport and the main streets of the city.

Guests can stay in spacious and bright rooms, each of which is decorated in a pleasant color scheme and includes comfortable wooden furniture, modern appliances and wireless Wi-Fi access. The rooms have private bathrooms.

Everyone can have a tasty and satisfying snack in cafes, restaurants or bars that are located within walking distance from the hotel itself.

The nearest airport is Pulkovo Airport, 153 km from the property, and the train station is 2.6 km away. The main attractions of the city, cultural centers and shopping and entertainment complexes are located within a 15-minute walk from the building.

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Tour conditions

Group
up to 50 tourists
Duration
3 days 2 nights
Group meets at
Veliky Novgorod

Included in price

  • accommodation in a hotel of the selected category;
  • 3 breakfasts;
  • lunch on the field trip;
  • guide services, tour service, entrance tickets;
  • transfer railway-hotel-railway

Paid extra

  • railway tickets to Veliky Novgorod and back;
  • 2 lunches in Veliky Novgorod – the price of 1 lunch is 700 rubles/person (booked in advance);
  • dinners;
  • additional excursions (for more information, see the “Important to know” section);
  • personal expenses.

It's important to know

Are there any discounts on the tour?

Yes, children under 16 years old get a discount of 500 rubles.

Are plane tickets included in the price of the tour?
Is insurance included in the price of the tour?
What additional excursions can you visit in your free time?
Are there any possible changes in the program?

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