A journey into a fairy tale. Weekend in Veliky Ustyug

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We invite you to plunge into a fairy tale and fulfill your main childhood dream of meeting the winter wizard. On our tour, this is possible even in the summer!

We invite you to visit Santa Claus at his residence and patrimony and take a walk around Veliky Ustyug.

The tour is available on any dates on request from April 1 to October 31 for groups of 4 people or more.

Location

Vologda region, Velikoustyugsky municipal district, Valga settlement

Sightseeing tours

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Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)

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Tour highlights

A walk through the ancient city

We will see all the beauty of Veliky Ustyug, explore its main attractions: churches, cathedrals, objects of wooden architecture

On a visit to Santa Claus

We will visit the House of the winter wizard, get to know him and take a picture for memory

A rich program

We will also visit the real zoo, where we will see more than 400 species of birds and animals, many of which are rare and listed in the Red Book.

Itinerary

Day 1 - A tour of Veliky Ustyug and a visit to the Residence of Santa Claus
Check-in at the hotel "On Valga".
Lunch at the cafe-restaurant of the Na Valga Group of Companies.
Sightseeing tour of the city with a visit to the City residence of Santa Claus, Post Office of Santa Claus.
During the tour we will see all the beauty of the ancient city, see its main attractions: churches, cathedrals, objects of wooden architecture.
We will visit souvenir shops where you can enjoy buying memorable gifts made for you by Veliky Ustyug craftsmen.
The first acquaintance with the Velikoustyug fairy tale will take place in the urban facilities of Santa Claus. You will see where Santa Claus works, where he receives numerous letters and parcels.
Dinner at the cafe-restaurant of the Na Valga Group.

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Day 2 - Visit to the zoo. Completion of the program
Breakfast at the cafe-restaurant of the Na Valga Group of Companies.
Transfer to the Patrimony of Santa Claus. In the excursion program through the possessions of the fairy-tale wizard, you will be guided along the Path of fairy tales, introduced to his assistants, and told many interesting stories about the lives of fairy-tale characters.
You will visit Santa Claus's House, where you will see how the winter wizard lives, get to know him and take a souvenir photo.
During the tour, you will be able to participate in entertaining costumed performances, games and fun.
Lunch at the Patrimony of Santa Claus.
Visit to the Santa Claus Zoo. The zoo contains, studies and demonstrates to visitors more than 400 species of birds and animals, many of which are rare and listed in the Red Book. They are the subject of special concern of zoologists.
The enclosures of the Velikoustyug zoo are home to wild animals common to the central belt and the Russian north: foxes, lynxes, wolves, bears, moose, deer, beavers, squirrels.
The zoo also carefully cares for the pets represented in it: horses, dogs, turtles, guinea pigs, turkeys and geese, rabbits, sheep and goats.
Also, despite its northern location, African ostriches, marals, camels, yaks, donkeys, red wolves, striped raccoons, harzu and other representatives of the flora of southern countries feel comfortable in the zoo.
Free time in the Patrimony.
Transfer to the hotel.
The end of the tour is approximately at 17 o'clock.

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Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Hotel

1 night

Comfort

Upscale

The tour provides accommodation in the hotel "On Valga" in a Standard room.

The cost of the tour for 1 person, rub.:

Age	Cost
Adult	17 000
Children (3-17 years old)	16 500
Children (0-2 years old)	9 500

Near the Birthplace of Santa Claus there is a magical hotel "On Valga". A sauna, wellness complex and secure car parking are available on site.

All rooms are equipped with comfortable furniture for sleeping and relaxing, TV, free internet and a shower room with toilet.

All residents can try a variety of Russian cuisine in the cozy cafe, which is located on the ground floor of the hotel.

Santa Claus House is 10 km from the hotel, and Veliky Ustyug Airport is 4 km away.

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Tour conditions

Group

From 4 to 30 tourists

Minimum age

1 years old

Duration

2 days 1 night

Group meets at

Vologda region, Velikoustyugsky municipal district, Valga settlement

Included in price

accommodation in the Na Valga Hotel Complex in Standard rooms;
meals according to the program: breakfast (1), lunch (2), dinner (1);
transfer on excursions and to the Patrimony;
guided tour guide;
entrance tickets to the objects of the show and to the Patrimony.

Paid extra

air or railway tickets to Veliky Ustyug and back;
Kotlas — Veliky Ustyug — Kotlas transfer on your own by bus/taxi or for an additional fee (2,500 rubles passenger car, 4,500 rubles minibus);
Meals not included in the tour: 1 dinner;
additional excursions;
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

Individual dates available on request

1 Apr – 31 Oct

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10 – 11 Jun 2 days 1 night

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17 – 18 Jun 2 days 1 night

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24 – 25 Jun 2 days 1 night

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1 – 2 Jul 2 days 1 night

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8 – 9 Jul 2 days 1 night

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15 – 16 Jul 2 days 1 night

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22 – 23 Jul 2 days 1 night

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29 – 30 Jul 2 days 1 night

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5 – 6 Aug 2 days 1 night

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12 – 13 Aug 2 days 1 night

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19 – 20 Aug 2 days 1 night

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26 – 27 Aug 2 days 1 night

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2 – 3 Sep 2 days 1 night

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9 – 10 Sep 2 days 1 night

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16 – 17 Sep 2 days 1 night

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23 – 24 Sep 2 days 1 night

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30 Sep – 1 Oct 2 days 1 night

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7 – 8 Oct 2 days 1 night

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14 – 15 Oct 2 days 1 night

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21 – 22 Oct 2 days 1 night

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28 – 29 Oct 2 days 1 night

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Oksana

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15 May, 2025

Good afternoon! First of all, I’d like to sincerely thank the staff of the Na Valga hotel complex for their attentive service, delicious cuisine, and warm hospitality. Special thanks to Irina, the lead spa specialist, for her professional massages and other relaxing treatments for both body and soul — truly appreciated! :) The hotel is located on the outskirts of town, near a small village, about 10 minutes from the city center. You can get there easily by minibus or taxi. Taxis arrive quickly and are affordable — typically between 160 and 200 rubles to the center. In summer, there aren’t many tourists, which makes it perfect for enjoying peace and quiet. You can take leisurely walks along the beautiful and expansive riverside promenade, breathe in the scent of wildflowers and linden trees, and listen to the soothing chime of church bells. The air here is noticeably fresh and clean! :) We were offered a number of interesting excursions. I especially enjoyed the city sightseeing tour (thanks to our guide, Alyona). We also recommend visiting the Severnaya Chern factory, where we were shown the entire process of crafting silver jewelry and decorative items, along with the fascinating history of the enterprise. During a hands-on workshop, we got to engrave a coin ourselves and received a commemorative certificate and a handmade souvenir. It was a hit with both kids and adults. There’s also a shop on-site where you can purchase beautiful jewelry and other silver items featuring traditional blackening techniques. Another highlight of the trip was our visit to the residence of Father Frost. Summer is off-season, so there weren’t many visitors — we were able to explore everything at a relaxed pace. We joined a quest on a fairytale trail, walked through a glacier adorned with elegant ice sculptures, and toured the chambers of the residence’s magical owner. And of course, we got to meet Father Frost himself :) If you’re looking to escape the city, unwind, and treat yourself to some well-deserved care, we highly recommend a spa getaway in Veliky Ustyug!