The Russian North is an earthly delight, a joy to the exhausted heart. Summer and autumn tour to Vologda for 3 days

Go on a family trip to the beautiful places of the Russian North – the Vologda region! 

You will visit Vologda, the lace capital of Russia, admire the time–untouched frescoes of Dionysius in the Ferapontov Monastery and enjoy the beauty of the mighty Kirillo-Belozersk fortress monastery, which is compared to the fabulous city of Tsar Saltan. And also visit the Church of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker with a bell tower. Enjoy the peace and quiet of these places.

Location

Vologda
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$245
$220
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Duration
3 Days
2 Nights
Departures
  • Group departures
    • Dates for next season
    • 24 – 26 January, 2025
    • 21 – 23 February, 2025
    • 7 – 9 March, 2025
    • 28 – 30 March, 2025
or
Accommodation
  • Hotel
    2 nights
Comfort
  • Midscale
  • Upscale
Difficulty
Easy
Suitable for everyone
Group
Up to 50 people
Minimum age
7 years old
Group meet at
Vologda
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Weekdays: 8am - 8pm
Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

Vologda Region is a hospitable paradise
We will have a lunch of dishes prepared according to ancient Sisem recipes in a Russian oven (for adults - tasting of Sisem beer)
Northern Shrines
Let's admire the Kirillo-Belozersk Monastery and the unique frescoes of Dionysius Ferapontov monastery, which tourists from all over the world come to see
The lace capital of Russia
We will go to Vologda and visit the unique lace museum, which will introduce you to the traditions of lace weaving

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Arrival in Vologda. Excursion to the Church of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker

    Arrival in Vologda before 09:00.

    Meeting with the guide at the agreed place no earlier than 08:30-09:00.

    Accommodation at the hotel in the evening according to the passport.

    If you book an early check–in at the hotel (for an additional fee - specify the cost when booking), meet with the guide at the entrance to the hotel no earlier than 08:30-09:00. 

    Guests can get from the railway station to the hotel by taxi on their own.

    Important! We recommend that tourists arriving by train early in the morning additionally book early hotel accommodation (cost on request).

    09:00 Transfer to the village of Sizma (110 km) with travel information.

    10:30 Meeting in Sizma according to the old Russian custom with an icon and bread and salt.

    Excursion to the church of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker (1867-1873), where a large number of ancient icons, stone parts from the honest and life-giving Cross of the Lord, which, according to legend, sailed to Sizma in 1875 along the river against the current, have been preserved. There are also icons that were miraculously renewed during the restoration of the temple (images of the Kazan Mother of God, Seraphim Sorovsky, etc.).

    Ascent to the bell tower of the Church of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker (height 18 m), where guests are allowed to ring the bells.

    An excursion to one of the museums (the flax museum or the museum of peasant life).

    Rustic lunch of dishes prepared according to ancient Sisem recipes in a Russian oven (for adults, a tasting of Sisem beer).

    Visiting D.Solovarka, where the wooden chapel of Blessed Xenia is located, the holy well of the Great Martyr George the Victorious (1678), the holy mountain ash, on which the icon of the Virgin appeared, the destroyed church of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

    15:00 Transfer to Vologda (110 km).

    16:30 Arrival in Vologda. 

    Accommodation in a hotel according to a passport. 

    Overnight stay.

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  • Day 2 - Visit to the Ferapontov Monastery. Visit to the Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery
  • Day 3 - Completion of the program. Bus and pedestrian sightseeing tour "Vologda carved, oil, lace"
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Hotel
    2 nights
Comfort
  • Midscale
  • Upscale

The tour provides accommodation in a Vologda hotel of your choice.

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

Accommodation in hotels:2-bed accommodation1-bed accommodation3-bed accommodation
VOLOGDA, railway/center22 45026 35021 350
SPASSKAYA, the center22 85025 10022 250
"HISTORY", center23 45028 40022 600
"AURA", the center23 45028 40022 600
"GUBERNIA", the center23 85027 60023 850

Breakfast type: buffet.

When choosing a double room, tell the manager which room is required: with two single beds or one double bed.

"Spasskaya" 2* or "Province" 3* or 2 nights
"Spasskaya" 2*

Near the center of Vologda there is a comfortable hotel "Spasskaya". A few hundred meters away there are such attractions as the Zasetsky House, the museum of Forgotten Things, and a carved Palisade.

It offers 196 rooms of different categories, all have a TV, telephone, shower. The double rooms also have toiletries, slippers, and towels. The suite room also has a sauna. The hotel also has billiards, bowling, a swimming pool, and a spa center for an unforgettable vacation.

There is a cafeteria on site, and breakfast is served as a buffet in the morning. There are many cafes and shops nearby.

The hotel provides rental services for an equipped conference hall with a capacity of up to 100 people.

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"Province" 3*

The Gubernia Hotel is located in Vologda. You can park your car in the free parking lot. You can check in with your pets.

The hotel has 16 rooms of two categories: "standard" and "superior". Additional amenities include a refrigerator, telephone and TV. And in some, guests will be pleased with the presence of air conditioning.

Meals for vacationers are organized in the hotel cafe, where they can enjoy breakfast, which is already included in the price. They are also offered a shared living room-kitchen for self-catering.

Within walking distance there is a supermarket "Magnit", the Central market, the Vereshchagin restaurant, the cafe On Glinka. It will take you no more than 20 minutes to get to the airport.

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Vologda Hotel

The Vologda Hotel is located in the city of the same name. The main infrastructure and attractions can be reached in a short period of time.

The rooms are presented in different categories and pricing policies. Each has the necessary furniture and appliances for a comfortable stay.

You can have lunch or dinner at the restaurant, which is located on the territory of the hotel.

A conference room can be rented for important events or business meetings.

The nearest train station is 415 metres away.

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The Aura Hotel

The wonderful Aura hotel & spa on Blagoveshchenskaya 54 is located within the historical center of Vologda, welcoming its guests with a friendly atmosphere and a good level of service. After a tiring day, you can visit the SPA.

The hotel has 43 comfortable rooms in its arsenal. Each room is equipped with a TV, refrigerator and high-quality furniture. Comfort is provided by the installed air conditioner and the presence of a tea set. There is a separate bathroom with toiletries.

The price of your stay includes excellent breakfasts. The restaurant is responsible for catering. Chefs prepare European and Russian cuisine. There is a bar with local and imported drinks.

There are several attractions near the hotel itself: Zasetsky House, the museum "The World of forgotten things". No less interesting will be a visit to the carved Polisade and the Bishop's Court. There are cafes, bars and shops nearby. The distance to the airport is about 10 kilometers.

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Hotel History

The hotel "History" is located near the center of Vologda in the historical part of the city. The building was built in the classical style. It has 12 rooms from standard to business.

The rooms have a classic look. There is air conditioning, mini fridge, TV, comfortable furniture, work desk, seating. In the bathroom there is a shower or a large bathtub, a toilet, towels. Daily thorough cleaning, linen change once every three days.

The residents eat in a cozy restaurant located on the 1st floor. Breakfast is free of charge. Room service. The dishes are delicious, constantly fresh pastries.

Near the hotel "History" there are "Carved Palisade", the Kremlin, St. Sophia Cathedral, the museum "World of Forgotten Things", the historical monument "House of Zasetsky", numerous shops, city parks with entertainment, cafes, bars, a cinema.

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Tour conditions

Group
up to 50 tourists
Minimum age
7 years old
Duration
3 days 2 nights
Group meets at
Vologda

Included in price

  • Accommodation in the selected hotel: 2 nights;
  • Meals: 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches;
  • tour service with entrance tickets;
  • transportation services;
  • guide services.

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Vologda and back;
  • earlier hotel accommodation;
  • dinners;
  • personal expenses.

It's important to know

Are plane tickets included in the price of the tour?

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

Is insurance included in the price of the tour?
Is it possible to change the program?
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