Kostroma - Galich - Kologriv. Goose capital and the world of Efim Chestnyakov

Want to spend a weekend full of experiences and new discoveries? Then go on a tour of the wonderful cities of the Kostroma region Kostroma, Galich and Kologriv. This trip promises to give you not only beautiful landscapes, but also unique acquaintance with the culture and traditions of our region. We will start our journey from the city of Kostroma, one of the most ancient cities in Russia. Here you can visit the famous Ipatiev monastery, walk along the embankment of the Volga River and enjoy the views of ancient churches. Do not forget to look at the local shops and try Kostroma celebrities kalach, fish cheese and of course Kostroma black salt, which have long won the hearts of tourists. Also our way lies in the city of Galich, which is famous for its architecture and atmosphere. Walking through its streets, filled with history, will allow you to enjoy the unique spirit of a small Russian city. You can see unique monuments such as the Cathedral of the Transfiguration of the Lord and learn about the history of this place. On the way, we will visit the place where marals are bred, which also offers the products of its own reindeer herding. Pantocrine, which is extracted from the antlers of marals, by the strength of the healing effect on the human body has no analogues, and marals are used to people: you can look at them from a close distance We will visit the homeland of Efim Chestnyakov and the capital of geese, the city of Kologriv. Here is an eco-farm where you can first-hand learn how to produce natural products, as well as participate in interesting master classes. This is a great opportunity to try real homemade food and see how farming is carried out with care for nature. The end of the day will be a tasting of dishes made from environmentally friendly farm products. You can enjoy not only the taste, but also the atmosphere of a real Russian feast. Do not miss the chance to relax from the bustle of the city and immerse yourself in real nature! This tour will be a great opportunity for all these spectacular excursions, active rest and soulful meetings. The main impression of Kostroma, the city of fairy tales and ancient legends, welcomes guests with its charm. A walk through the ancient center will remind you of the time when the steps of the kings thundered. And the aroma of fresh pastries and coffee from local cafes can conquer the most exquisite tastes! Galich fascinates with its calm atmosphere. Here you can enjoy picturesque views of the lake, as well as stroll along the landscaped embankments, where the wind whispers the stories of past years. Friendly locals will gladly share their secrets and talk about the local attractions. The cologne, lost in the forests, as if lost in time, invites to the world of fairy tales of nature. Sparkling streams, majestic trees and quiet corners create ideal conditions for rest and reflection. Here, every stone breathes history, and the sounds of nature will become a melody for the soul.

Day 1
Kostroma, Ipatiev monastery, Ivan Susanin Meeting at the station of Kostroma.

Transfer to the first location of our trip Ipatiev Monastery, where you will be told the history of the monastery and why it is called the cradle of the Romanov House. After the tour, we will have lunch in the restaurant of Kostroma, where you can taste the famous Kostroma green shchi. Next, we will have a sightseeing tour of the city center, so that Kostroma has a radial-half-ring layout. We will take beautiful photos against the background of the Fire Kalanch, the estate of S.S. Borschov We will walk through the Susaninsky square and listen to the story of the feat of Ivan Susanin, as well as walk through the Shopping Rows, where you can taste the Kostroma Chebureks, which have not changed their recipe for more than 40 years, buy souvenirs. We will walk along the milk mountain, look at Debarkader, which is now a restaurant, and used to be the location of the famous Cruel Romance filmed by the great Eldar Ryazanov. We will walk along the embankment of the Volga River, sung by many performers of our country, and when we get to the gazebo named after A.N. Ostrovsky, we will move towards the Kostroma Kremlin, where the Fedorovsky Icon of the Mother of God is currently located, where for an additional fee you can climb to the Kremlin bell tower. After visiting the Kremlin, we will go to a master class, where you can make jewelry with your own hands, because Kostroma is the jewelry capital of Russia. Then you have a check-in to the hotel and free time, which you can devote to rest, gain strength or walk on your own in the evening Kostroma.

Day 2
Galich-Parfenievsky district-Marala-Kologriv

After breakfast, we will pack up and start moving deep into the Kostroma region. In two hours we will reach the old county town and the outpost of North-Eastern Russia in the development of the North and the Vyatka land - Galich, which is located on the lake, which is inhabited by the famous Galich pike, in honor of which the festival of Emelina pike is held annually, where ukhovars from all over the country compete. You will have a sightseeing tour, where the guide will tell you about the formation of the city, its most striking sights. Next, we will have lunch in the cafe of the city, and then go to the maral breeding complex, where you will see Maralov at a close distance, and also listen to a fascinating story about the benefits of antlers. Then we will have a long (3.5 hours) move to Kologriv, on the way we will stop for coffee and a little stretch on the road. In the evening, upon arrival in Kologriv, there will be a check-in to the guest house and a merchant dinner.

Day 3
Kologriv, the world of E. Chestnyakov, gastronomic dinner

The third day will be full of impressions, because it will begin with a dense farmer’s breakfast, and after that we will go to the city survey, where you will learn the history of the city, architectural monuments, famous cologrivts, visit the current Assumption Cathedral. Then proceed to the local history museum named after G.A. Ladyzhensky, where you will see the expositions of the history and nature of the local region; collections of art works: Western European and Russian painting of the Xvi Xx centuries; the work of E.V. Chestnyakov; the king of watercolor, the founder of the Kologriv Museum G.A. Ladyzhensky and collections of antiquities, ethnography. Then there will be lunch, and after lunch will begin a trip to the right-bank part of the Kologrivsky district, to protected places. On the way, the guide will tell about the sights of the Kologrivsky district, the Kologrivsky forest reserve, the Kologrivskaya floodplain goose reserve and other places. There will be stops in Kologrivska Lapland, the village of Ekimtsevo, where there is a training and park complex of the Chizhov School, one of the best educational institutions of the Russian Empire, the Green Temple, a unique prayer place in the forest founded by E. Chestnyakov. The village of Shablovo, the birthplace of a unique peasant artist, poet and thinker Efim Chestnyakov. Der. It is an ancient place of worship. In the evening you will have a gastronomic dinner Goose of the World. The main event of the day - dinner in the barn at the farm. In each dish - the history of one country, one culinary tradition and the main characters - goose.

Day 4
Returning home

Well, the day has come when we tell you before new meetings, but before that we will have breakfast, you will pack your things and we will go back to Kostroma. On the way to Kostroma, we will have lunch and stop at the Makariev-Unzha Monastery, consisting of 5 churches: Trinity, Annunciation, Nikolsky, Makarievsky and Uspensky - Makarievsky Church is the only one that is sufficiently restored for regular worship. Therein rest the relics of the Monk Macarius. Tradition says that the patronage of Makari was saved the life of Mikhail Fedorovich Romanov. Then we return to Kostroma. At Kostroma station, we tell you before new meetings.

• transfer and escort by bus;
• excursion program; accommodation in a double room at the hotel;
• meals: breakfast on the 2nd, 3rd, 4th day, lunches 1st, 2nd, 3, 4 days;
• entrance tickets to museums under the program, gastronomic dinner