The cities of the masters are Nerekhta, Ples, Kostroma and Yaroslavl. Guided tour on Tuesdays

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This three-day tour will immerse you in the atmosphere of a real Russian province.

Cozy Nerekhta, inspiring Ples, and majestic Kostroma and Yaroslavl will reveal their history, architectural heritage, and the spiritual charm of ancient cities.

Rich excursions and a picturesque boat trip along the Volga River will give vivid emotions and impressions and allow you to experience authentic Russia.

Location

Yaroslavl

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Tour highlights

Open-air Museum

We will stroll through the ancient streets of Nerekhta, admire the houses with the finest carvings and temples of the Peter the Great era.

An exciting master class

Let's make a wooden souvenir with our own hands at the Lavrovsky wooden toy factory

Boat trip

Let's take a boat along the Volga and enjoy the incredible scenery of the Plesa from the water

Itinerary

Day 1 - Nerekhta city tour, master class
11:00-11:15 Arrival in Yaroslavl. Gathering of the group at Yaroslavl railway station-The main one at the monument to S. Mamontov.
Transfer to Nerekhta (~70 km).
Lunch at a cafe in the city.
Visit to the Lavrov factory of the Frost Master.
The Lavrovsky Factory is a fabulous corner where the traditions of Russian wooden toys come to life in the open air. In the cozy museum space, you will see toys from different eras, feel how craftsmen have been turning a simple tree into living characters for centuries, and learn the secrets of creating nesting dolls and antique toys.
And at the master class, everyone will paint their own toy and take it with them as a small masterpiece - a living memory of immersion in the history and creativity of Nerekhta.
Sightseeing tour of Nerekhta.
Nerekhta is a place where time seems to have slowed down and allowed us to examine the city in detail.
Merchant mansions, ancient shopping malls, temples of the Peter the Great era and wooden houses with the finest carvings add up to a rare, complete picture of the Russian province without gloss and fuss.
Here, every turn of the street is a story, every facade is a character, and the Sock House and quiet squares turn a walk into a journey through a living open—air museum, where the past is not exposed, but truly lives.
Visit to one of the monasteries — Troitse-Sypanov Pakhomiev monastery / or Assumption Monastery.Teterinskoe.
Departure to Kostroma (~ 40 km).
Check-in at the hotel.
Free time.

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Day 2 - Ples city tour, boat trip
Breakfast at the hotel.
10:30 Gathering in the lobby.
Departure for an excursion to Ples (transfer ~ 1 hour).
The Ples tour is exclusively pedestrian in nature, passing through hilly terrain with ascents and descents. We recommend choosing comfortable clothes and shoes according to the weather.
If desired, for an additional fee, you can use the services of an electric car (pay yourself on the spot).
Sightseeing walking tour of the city.
Ples welcomes you with quiet streets, where every house, every carved architrave holds the secrets of centuries, and the Market Square and embankment seem to have descended from an ancient painting. The outlines of a once-standing fortress can be discerned on Cathedral Hill, and the majestic Assumption Cathedral seems to hold the breath of the entire city.
Isaac Levitan drew his subjects here, Fyodor Chaliapin set foot here, and the Volga wind whispers the stories of merchants, artists and travelers — all this merges into a lively, fascinating atmosphere.
Boat trip along the Volga.
One of the most fascinating ways to see Ples and its surroundings is to take a boat trip along the Volga. From the water, the city opens up in a new light: steep hills, which are called mountains here, golden domes of churches, and, of course, the Volga itself, majestically flowing along its channel.
At such a moment, you understand why Ples has become a real source of inspiration for many generations of artists and poets.
In case of adverse weather conditions, the boat trip will be replaced by an excursion to the museum of Public places.
Free time.
Departure to Kostroma (~ 80 km).
Dinner at a cafe in the city.
Transfer to the hotel.
Free time.

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Day 3 - Guided tours of Yaroslavl and Kostroma, Museum of Flax and Birch bark
Breakfast at the hotel.
09:00 Gathering in the lobby (with things). Departure for an excursion.
Sightseeing tour of the city.
Kostroma welcomes you with a fan of streets, where the well-preserved architecture of the past centuries holds the secrets of history. On Susaninskaya Square, the Fire Tower stands as a watchman of time, and the Shopping malls still breathe the spirit of merchant life — it smells of fresh pastries and adventures that await around every corner.
Kostroma Kremlin is a restored masterpiece of the XVIII century, where the Feodorov Icon of the Mother of God is kept in the Epiphany Cathedral. The gold of the domes sparkles in the rays of the sun, and the air here seems to be saturated with miracles and awe: every step takes you back to the era of great historical events.
Excursion to the Holy Trinity Ipatievsky Monastery (on the territory of the monastery and the Trinity Cathedral).
The history of the Romanov royal dynasty begins in the Ipatievsky Monastery: it was here that Mikhail Fedorovich was called to the kingdom in 1613. The white stone walls, the golden-domed Trinity Cathedral and the boyar chambers preserve legends about brave people, the fate of kings and secrets that have survived the centuries.
Excursion to the Museum of Flax and Birch bark.
Ancient crafts come to life here: birch bark, flax, patterns and products from past centuries show how craftsmen turned simple wood and fibers into real works of art. Every showcase, every detail of the exhibition seems to take you back to the past, allowing you to feel how traditions come to life and continue to live in the modern works of Kostroma masters.
Lunch at a cafe in the city.
Departure to Yaroslavl (~ 80 km).
Sightseeing tour of Yaroslavl (bus).
This is a journey through the historical city center, fully included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. Here, literally every turn of the street is part of a great story: ancient monasteries and cathedrals, ceremonial squares, theaters and unusual city houses create a rich, multi—layered panorama of the city.
During the tour you will see the Transfiguration Monastery, the monument to Yaroslav the Wise, the Volkov Theater, the birthplace of the first Russian theater, Red Square, Kazan Cathedral and the famous house with an arch surrounded by urban legends.
18:30 Transfer to the railway station.

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Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Hotel

2 nights

Comfort

Upscale
Premium

The tour can be booked both as an excursion program and with hotel accommodation (rooms with amenities).

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

Hotel	Adult	Child under 14 years of age
Without accommodation	17000	16500
Volga 4/ Ya-hotel 4	28000	27500
Moskovskaya zastava 3*	26500	26000
Snow Maiden 3/ Shelestov 3	24000	23500

Additional payment for 1-bed accommodation:

3* hotels – 5000 rubles;
4* hotels – 8000 rubles.

Discount for additional accommodation. place – 1000 rubles.

Children under 3 years old are free of charge (without providing a separate seat on the bus, hotel, and meals).

The Volga Hotel

The 4-star Volga Hotel is located near the central embankment in Kostroma. Near the historical part of the city with many attractions. The convenient location will ensure a comfortable stay during tourist or business trips.

102 rooms are offered for accommodation, with categories from "Standard" to "Suite". Their interior is decorated in light shades, and from the panoramic windows you can see the city or the river. There are beds with orthopedic mattresses, Wi-Fi, a TV and a private bathroom.

There is a restaurant on site that serves delicious dishes. Guests can also choose a rate with breakfast included.

In 258 m — the Church of the Resurrection on the Forest, in 416 m — the State Philharmonic, in 575 m — the landscaped Muravyovka Park. The distance to the airport is 6.8 km, to the railway station — 1.8 km.

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Another option

"I am a Hotel"

Ya-Hotel occupies a modern 4-storey building located next to the Epiphany-Anastasiinsky Monastery. Guests are provided with an expanded range of services, including meals.

The hotel's rooms are decorated in a modern style. Moscow artists worked on the design of the rooms. The rooms have not only a comfortable bed and other furniture, but also a workplace so that hotel guests can continue to work while on a business trip.

There is a restaurant complex on the territory of the hotel, which is divided into several zones. In the morning, guests are invited to the breakfast room to recharge with hearty meals and a good mood. There is also a banquet hall and a lobby bar.

Staying at the hotel, you can diversify your stay by visiting interesting places nearby. There is a Literary Museum, a monument to a Dog, and a fire tower within walking distance. The train station is 3.5 km away and the airport is 6.7 km away.

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Another option

The Moskovskaya Zastava Hotel

The hotel is located in Kostroma. Wi-Fi is available throughout the property, and private parking is also available. The reception is open 24 hours a day, and guests can contact us with any questions they may have.

The rooms are equipped with stylish and comfortable furniture, an LED TV with satellite channels, air conditioning, a telephone and a private bathroom with a set of personal hygiene products, towels and a hairdryer.

Guests can always order their own food or take advantage of room service in the hotel's lobby bar.

The hotel is located in the very center of Kostroma, on the Volga River embankment, a 15-minute drive from the main train stations and within walking distance from public transport stops.

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The Snow Maiden Hotel

The Snegurochka Hotel in Kostroma is 2.1 km away from the center. The hotel offers 55 comfortable rooms, which are equipped with all necessary appliances and comfortable furniture.

Check-in at the hotel starts at 14:00, you need to leave before 12:00.

There is a restaurant "Metelitsa", a bar, and an entertainment complex "Snow Maiden's Tower" on site.

Thanks to the professionalism of the staff of the accommodation and reception service, the settlement procedure will take no more than 3 minutes so as not to detain guests from the road.

The building consists of three floors and is ideally located on the banks of the Volga River next to the Church of the Resurrection in the center of Kostroma.

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The Shelestoff Hotel

The hotel is located in Kostroma. The main architectural sights of the city are located nearby.

Cozy rooms of the following categories are prepared for vacationers: Luxury, Comfort, Business, Innovation. Each room is decorated in a modern style and is equipped with comfortable furniture and modern appliances for a pleasant stay.

The rooms have a private bathroom, a set of bathrobes, towels, and hygiene products.

The hotel's restaurant serves delicious and delicious dishes that will delight any guest.

The train station is 5 km away, and the airport is 6.4 km away.

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Tour conditions

Group

From 1 to 50 tourists

Minimum age

6 years old

Duration

3 days 2 nights

Group meets at

Yaroslavl

Included in price

2 nights hotel stay (when choosing a rate with accommodation);
transportation services according to the program;
meals when choosing a rate with accommodation: 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner;
guided tour service according to the program.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Yaroslavl and back;
hotel accommodation, when choosing a rate without accommodation;
breakfast when choosing a rate without accommodation;
meals not included in the tour program;
the surcharge for a special menu (vegetarianism, diets, etc.) is 400 rubles. for one 1 lunch.

It's important to know

Clothing should be comfortable and not restrict movement.

For a trip to Ples, we recommend taking comfortable shoes.

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Reviews Leave a review

M
Marina

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19 Mar, 2026

Everything was well organized. All the tour information was sent in advance, we were met promptly, and the hotel check-in was quick and smooth.
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Shorena

about provider

9 Nov, 2025

I’m grateful to the tour provider, overall, I really enjoyed the trip. My only comment is about the meals. For example, I don’t eat meat or dairy products, and when filling out the questionnaire, I clearly listed everything I strictly avoid. When I arrived at the café for lunch, I double-checked about getting a meat-free meal, and they assured me they had my information and would serve a suitable option. I trusted that, but after just a few spoonfuls of borscht, I found pieces of meat which was quite disappointing and irresponsible. As a result, I was left half hungry, since I could only eat a small piece of pollock with some potatoes and salad and the portions were very small. I also wasn’t happy with lunch at the Slavyansky restaurant: the borscht they planned to serve as a "meat-free" dish was clearly cooked in meat broth, so I had to refuse it. The portion of cod there was maybe about 100 grams, served with rice, so at least I didn’t stay completely hungry. In conclusion, I’d really like to see dietary requests taken more seriously. Some travelers may also have allergies, so if someone writes that they don’t eat certain foods, it’s important to pay close attention to that.

Big Country Travel

Hello Shorena, Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed the trip overall. We’ll definitely share your comments with our colleagues in the region to help improve the catering quality on future tours. We hope that despite this issue, you’ll choose us again to organize your next trip around Russia!

The cities of the masters are Nerekhta, Ples, Kostroma and Yaroslavl. Guided tour on Tuesdays

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