Weekends on the Volga. Yaroslavl and Kostroma

This beautiful two-day tour is for connoisseurs of true Russian culture.

Enjoy the expanses of the great Volga River, its picturesque nature and beauty on sightseeing tours of two cities: Yaroslavl and Kostroma.

Location

Yaroslavl
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$185
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Duration
2 Days
1 Night
Departures
  • Group departures
    • 21 – 22 June
    • 28 – 29 June
    • 5 – 6 July
    • 12 – 13 July
    • Dates for next season
    • 24 – 25 January, 2026
    • 7 – 8 February, 2026
    • 22 – 23 February, 2026
    • 7 – 8 March, 2026
or
Accommodation
  • Hotel
    1 night
Comfort
  • Upscale
Difficulty
Easy
Suitable for everyone
Group
From 1 to 50 tourists
Minimum age
6 years old
Group meet at
Yaroslavl
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Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

Snezhnaya Kostroma
Let's go on a sightseeing tour of the Pearl of the Golden Ring of Russia
Interactive tour
You will learn how and where the first cheese appeared and discover a lot of new information about this beloved product
The soul of Yaroslavl
You will have a tour of Yaroslavl, the treasury of ancient Russian art, which holds a great history

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Kostroma city tour. Museum of Flax and Birch Bark

    10:30-11:15 Arrival in Yaroslavl.

    Gathering of the Yaroslavl railway station group is the main one at the monument to S. Mamontov.

    Departure to Kostroma (~ 80 km).

    Lunch at a cafe in the city.

    Sightseeing tour of the city.

    Kostroma is the pearl of the Golden Ring of Russia!

    Kostroma is the oldest jewelry center, craft and merchant city on the Volga, and the beautifully preserved ensemble of 18th–19th century mansions, patterned wooden houses and fan-shaped streets gives it a special, unique charm.

    You will admire the Fire Tower, an outstanding monument of classicism, the Guardhouse, the House of Senator Borshchov, get acquainted with the beautifully preserved ensemble of Shopping Malls that are still in service, see the monument to Ivan Susanin, V. I. Lenin, visit the territory of the second Kostroma Kremlin.

    Visit the Epiphany Cathedral on the territory of the second Kostroma Kremlin, its main shrine is the healing icon of the Mother of God Feodorovskaya, which was painted in the 12th century and glorified by great miracles and healings.

    Excursion to the Holy Trinity Ipatievsky Monastery.

    Kostroma rightfully holds the status of the cradle of the Romanov dynasty. After all, it was within the walls of the Ipatievsky Monastery that Mikhail Fedorovich Romanov was called to the royal throne.

    From here, the royal path of the dynasty began, which lasted just over 300 years. Guided tour of the territory and the Trinity Cathedral with unique frescoes.

    Excursion to the Museum of Flax and Birch bark.

    Your attention will be drawn to the peculiarities of the weaving craft of the past centuries, unique birch bark and linen products made by our predecessors and modern craftsmen.

    You can also buy flax products from manufacturers at wholesale prices in the store.

    Check-in at the hotel.

    Free time.

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  • Day 2 - Yaroslavl. Interactive tour "Cheese stories". Music and Time Museum Tour
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Hotel
    1 night
Comfort
  • Upscale

The tour includes hotel accommodation.

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

Place of residenceCost
Adult doubleChildren (up to 14 years old)
I am a 4* hotel / Volga 4*16 00015 500
Moskovskaya zastava 3*15 50015 000
Snow Maiden 3*/ Shelestov 3*14 50014 000

Additional payment for 1-bed accommodation:

  • 3* hotels – 2000 rubles;
  • 4* hotels – 3,500 rubles;
  • discount on the additional place – 500 rubles.
The Moskovskaya Zastava Hotel or Volga Hotel or 1 night
The Moskovskaya Zastava Hotel

The Moskovskaya Zastava Hotel is located on the banks of the Volga River in Kostroma. Free Wi-Fi is available.

All rooms are equipped with air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. The private bathroom comes with free toiletries and a hairdryer. The suites feature an electric kettle, a living room with a sofa, a bidet, slippers and bathrobes.

Guests can eat at the lobby bar or take advantage of room service.

Susaninskaya Square is just 500 metres away.

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Volga Hotel

Located in the center of Kostroma, Volga Hotel offers 2 restaurants and a spacious terrace with panoramic views of the city and the Volga River. Ipatievsky Monastery is a 15-minute drive from the hotel.

The Volga Hotel offers non-smoking rooms with a bathtub, a telephone and satellite TV. Some rooms have an LCD TV, while others offer views of the Volga River. There is Wi-Fi.

The Volga Hotel has a 24-hour bar. Russian, Japanese and Mediterranean cuisine can be enjoyed at the trendy hotel restaurant. A buffet breakfast is also served daily in the restaurant. Meals can be served on the wide terrace overlooking the city.

Historical sites such as the Church of the Resurrection on the Debra are a 5-minute walk from the hotel. Public transport stops and main pedestrian streets are located within 500 metres from the hotel.

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The Snegurochka Hotel

Snegurochka Hotel is located 2 km from the center of Kostroma, 350 meters from the Volga River. It offers a fitness center, sauna, restaurant, free parking and rooms with free Wi-Fi.

The rooms at the Snegurochka Hotel are equipped with air conditioning. The interior of the rooms is decorated in a folklore style and is dedicated to the Snow Maiden. Each room here will provide you with a TV, a minibar and a private bathroom with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Slippers and bathrobes are available for an additional fee.

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The Ya-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. You can get to the airport by minibus in 10-15 minutes.

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The Shelestov 3 Hotel*

The ShelestoFF Hotel is the modernity of an ancient city, located in the historical part of Kostroma, near the main architectural and cultural attractions.

The European interior and high level of service distinguish the hotel from all the hotels in the city. The hotel is considered an alliance of tradition and style.

The respectable restaurant surprises with a variety of delicious dishes, and a Russian and Turkish sauna with a deep warm pool will complement the feeling of comfort and harmony.

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Tour conditions

Group
From 1 to 50 tourists
Minimum age
6 years old
Duration
2 days 1 night
Group meets at
Yaroslavl

Included in price

  • transportation services according to the program;
  • accommodation in the selected hotel (rooms with amenities);
  • Meals: 1 breakfast + 2 lunches;
  • excursion service according to the program.

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Yaroslavl and back;
  • meals not included in the tour program (breakfast 1 day, dinners);
  • additional payment for a special menu (vegetarianism, diets, etc.) – 500 rubles. for one 1 lunch;
  • cheese tasting.

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.

What kind of transportation is provided on the tour?
Is insurance included in the price of the tour?
Can excursions change?

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