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‘Golden Ring of Russia’ Tour with Rostov the Great
Overview
Visit six historic destinations in five days with this action-packed Golden Ring Tour. From cathedrals to the Kremlin, this trip has got you covered! If you are looking to see as much of the Golden Ring as possible in a small amount of time, then this is the tour for you. This 5-day tour has plenty to offer tourists with a combination of city and cathedral tours as well as a visit to the Rostov Kremlin.
City tours of Rostov, Vladimir, Suzdal, Sergiev Posad, Yaroslavl and Kostroma
Assumption Cathedral
Tour of Ipatiev Monastery
Visit to the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Trinity-Sergius Monastery
Rostov Kremlin
Choice of bellringing at the Spaso-Euthymius Monastery or a visit to the Open-Air Museum of Wooden Architecture
Itinerary
Moscow
Russia’s official capital, Moscow, is the political and religious heart of the country. The city has the highest density of billionaires, is the world’s most populated inland city and boasts six out of Europe’s ten tallest buildings. It continues to be a major tourist destination in Europe growing year on year with famous attractions including Red Square, St Basil’s Cathedral, and the Kremlin.
Arrival Transfer
Free Time
Scenic Surrounds
Souvenir Shopping
Travel to
Vladimir
One of Russia’s medieval capitals dating back to the 12th century, Vladimir is a popular tourist destination on Russia’s Golden Ring. It is home to various cathedrals, a monastery and other landmarks that have been designated as UNSECO World Heritage Sites including the imposing white stone towers of the Golden Gates as well as the St Demetrius Cathedral, Dormition Cathedral and Assumption Cathedral.
Day 2
Exploring the Golden Ring – Vladimir
After an early morning breakfast and check out your driver will meet you at the hotel lobby and take you to Moscow train station where you will catch the 2-hour bullet train to Vladimir.
Exploring the Golden Ring – Suzdal
After lunch, you will head over to Suzdal where you have a full sightseeing tour of the 10th century Kremlin, with a chance to admire the Cathedral of Nativity Christ.
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Assumption Cathedral
Cathedral of the Nativity of Christ
City Tour by car
Golden Gate
Options available
St. Dmitry Cathedral
Suzdal Kremlin
Travel to
Kostroma
Kostroma is a historic city founded in the 12th – 13th century situated at the confluence of the Volga and Kostroma rivers; it is known for being part of Russia’s Golden Ring. The city is home to many famous landmarks including the 10th century Our Lady of St. Theodore of Byzantium and its shining example of old Russian architecture including the five-domed Epiphany Cathedral and Ipatyevsky monastery built in the 16th century.
Day 3
Exploring the Golden Ring – Kostroma
Waking up to another action-packed day exploring the Golden Ring, you will have just enough time to grab a bite to eat before moving onto your next destination, Kostroma.
Exploring the Golden Ring – Yaroslavl
After a short lunch break, you will head on over to Yaroslavl, an important Volga port founded in 1010 by Prince Yaroslav the Wise.
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Epiphany Cathedral
Ipatiev Monastery
Prominent Landscape
Religious Buildings & Monuments
Scenic Surrounds
Transfiguration Monastery
Travel to
Rostov
A historic town situated in Yaroslavl Oblast, Rostov, is one of the oldest towns in Russia and part of its famous Golden Ring. The town is often called Rostov Veliky (Rostov the Great) by locals to distinguish it from Rostov-on-Don and was founded in the 9th century and became the capital city of the prominent Vladimir-Suzdal principality. The town is known for its Kremlin, considered second only to Moscow, and its beautiful Russian Orthodox cathedrals.
Day 4
Exploring the Golden Ring – Rostov the Great
After spending the night in Yaroslavl and having a quick breakfast, you will spend your final day exploring one of Russia’s oldest cities, Rostov the Great.
Exploring the Golden Ring – Sergiev Posad
After lunch, you will continue onto Sergiev Posad (often referred to as the Russian Vatican), the temporary residence of the Patriarch of the Russian Orthodox Church.
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
City Tour by car
Religious Buildings & Monuments
Rostov Finift’ Museum
Rostov Kremlin
Trinity-Sergius Monastery
UNESCO World Heritage Site
Day 5
Departure from Moscow
On the morning of departure, you will have time for breakfast and some spare time to rest and relax or to do some last-minute exploring before checking out (around 12 noon).
Breakfast
Departure Transfer
Free Time
Scenic Surrounds
Souvenir Shopping
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What’s included
Accommodation as part of the tour- Airport / Railway Station Transfers
- All tours are COVID-19 secure and offer flexible booking options. Visit our Covid-19 information page to find out more
- English, German, French, Spanish or Italian speaking guide
- Entrance tickets to all locations as part of the tour
- Food and drink (as mentioned in the tour itinerary)
- Russian Tourist Visa Invitation
- Transport (as specified in the tour itinerary)
What’s not included
Alcoholic drinks- International train / plane tickets
- Optional excursions and activities
- Personal costs (souvenirs, additional snacks etc)
- Porter services
- Tips for drivers/guides/in restaurants
- Travel / medical insurance
Travel Tips
All travellers are asked to check the vaccination requirements before travel. Visit our Vaccines and Health page to find out more- Any dietary or allergy requirements will need to be disclosed before the start of the tour
- Carrying a water bottle with you is recommended
- Medication should always be taken with you and kept on your person
- Please ensure that you keep any personal documents and valuables on your person at all times
- WIFI will be available at most of the hotels, although mobile coverage may vary in rural areas
- Your local guides will recommend stops where you can go souvenir shopping during your tour
Special notes
There are no special notes for this tour
Suggested reading
Enrich your travel experience with our list of top recommended books from specialist travel guides to compelling novels. Whether you are looking for something to pass the time on the train, or want to get to grips with the local history, reading is essential to turning your trip into a fully-fledged experience.
Russia: Lonely Planet
The ultimate guidebook to Russia that no tourist can go without! Lonely Planet’s Russia is packed full of almost everything you need when travelling to this vast country from how to get around, the best places to eat in its most popular cities, what you need to see while you are there, cultural highlights, currency and more. In addition to its noteworthy insider tips about key attractions such as the Moscow Kremlin, Lake Baikal and the Romanov sites, this guide includes detailed maps that are invaluable to even the most seasoned traveller.
Moscow: A Traveller’s Reader
A masterful anthology documenting Moscow’s turbulent growth through the lives of its people from the bloody reprisals of Peter the Great to the literary greats of the 19th century. The city spent much of its early life in turmoil from being the subject to much greater empires including the Tatars, to being burnt down numerous times, yet rising from the ashes twice as magnificent each time. Kelly’s compelling narrative covers all of Moscow’s major milestones over 700 years in engaging detail. A must-read for anyone interested in the history of Russia.
Moscow, St Petersburg & the Golden Ring
The ultimate guidebook to the Golden Ring that no tourist can go without! Lonely Planet’s Moscow, St Petersburg and the Golden Ring is packed full of almost everything you need when travelling to these three spectacular regions including the best places to eat, what you need to see while you are there, cultural highlights and more. In addition to its noteworthy insider tips about key attractions such as the Moscow Kremlin, the Peterhof and the many monasteries and cathedrals of the Golden Ring cities, this guide includes regional maps that are invaluable to even the most seasoned traveller.
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