Provincial charm: along the Volga and Msta to the Rostov Kremlin from St. Petersburg

Day 1. St. Petersburg, collection and departure + Borovichi, sightseeing tour + Bezhetsk, sightseeing tour.

Collection of the group at 06:45 (metro station "Moskovskaya").
07:00 Departure from St. Petersburg

Sightseeing tour of the city of Borovichi.
Borovichi: discover a city that will surprise you! Forget everything you knew about small towns - Borovici is ready to amaze you! Go on an exciting journey through the cozy streets and immerse yourself in the unique atmosphere of the ancient Russian city. You will be photographed against the background of the legendary arch bridge Belelyubsky, which adorns all postcards of the city, and find traces of ancient merchants in the elegant lines of historical buildings. Admire the picturesque views of the river Msta - a real pearl of these places - and learn why Borovichi became an important center of ceramic production in Russia. You will find unusual stories about famous residents of the city and its key events, as well as the opportunity to discover secret corners that only locals know about. Are you ready to fall in love at first sight? Then go ahead and meet new discoveries!

Lunch for extra.

Departure to Bezeck
Sightseeing tour of the city of Bezhetsk.
Immerse yourself in the charm of ancient Bezhetsk, a city where time seems to have slowed down its run. You will stroll through the quiet streets, admiring the elegant merchant mansions and wooden houses with skillful carvings, which like the pages of an old album tell about the old days. You will see the majestic Annunciation Cathedral - the spiritual center of the city, whose domes tower above Bezhetsk, and next to it - the bell tower, which has become a symbol of the city and its business card. Along the way, you will hear exciting stories about famous countrymen: about the poet Nikolai Gumilev, whose childhood years passed here, about his mother Anna Ivanovna and sister Anna Akhmatova, who repeatedly visited Bezhetsk. You will learn how the provincial town influenced the fate of great creators and what traces they left in its appearance. This excursion is not just a walk, but a real journey through time: you will feel the spirit of bygone eras, discover little-known facts and legends of Bezhetsk and, perhaps, take a new look at the small cities of Russia that store so much treasure in their history.

Moving to Uglich.

Accommodation in the hotel Voznesenskaya 3*.

Dinner for extra.

Day 2. Myshkin, city excursion program + Uglich, tour of the Kremlin and the Church of Dmitry-on-Blood + boat trip.

Breakfast.
Departure to Myshkin.
Sightseeing tour of the city.
A fascinating sightseeing tour of Myshkin: you will walk along the Volga Embankment and the Victory Memorial, visit the estate of the millionaire merchant T.V. Chistov, as well as unique museums - the world's only "Museum of Mouse" with 13 thousand collection, the Museum of Peasant Architecture of Small Forms, the Museum of Technology "Myshkin Samohod", the Museum "Russian Valenki" and the Museum of "live" crafts, where the masters will demonstrate pottery and blacksmith art.
Departure to Uglich.

Lunch for extra.

Uglich tour.
Uglich is one of the oldest cities of the Upper Volga region, as if inscribed in the bend of the Volga, where the river makes its famous turn. It was this place, since ancient times called "Ugilets" or "Uglich", became the cradle of a specific principality, which played an important role in the history of Russia. You will learn how this city was born, how it grew and developed, becoming the center of princely power. The center of attention is the Uglich Kremlin, an ensemble that is like a lively monument to the era of the golden age of Russian architecture. Its walls, towers and domes are not just stone and wood, but the guardians of historical destinies and legends.
A special place in the tour is occupied by the church of Dimitry-on-Blood, erected on the site of the tragic death of the last representative of the Rurik dynasty - Tsarevich Dmitry Uglichsky. This majestic temple with elegant forms and a special spiritual atmosphere is not only a monument to a bygone era, but also a place of memory, where history comes to life in every stone. Visiting it, you will feel the connection of times and touch one of the most dramatic pages of Russian history.
River Walk: "Journey on the River of Time". Along the Volga coast from the ancient Kremlin. You will find an exciting journey along the Volga coast by boat! Discover the panoramas of the Uglich HPP, the Resurrection Monastery, the Church of the Nativity of John the Forerunner. You will learn the amazing secret of the Suponevsky Palace, admire the village of Zolotoluchye and its temple, which was built by the grandfather of the famous playwright Sukhovo-Kobylin.

For the race 06/08 transfer to Yaroslavl, accommodation in the hotel Corona 3. On arrival 08.10 return to the hotel Voznesenskaya 3.

Dinner for extra.

Day 3. Yaroslavl, sightseeing tour + Rostov the Great, tour of the Kremlin + Small crossings on the walls of the Kremlin

Breakfast.
Departure to Yaroslavl.
Sightseeing tour of the city.
You will walk through the streets where monuments of the golden age of Russian architecture are preserved. The Transfiguration Monastery is one of the most important places in the city. It was here in 1611 that the Minin and Pozharsky militia was formed, an event that changed the course of history. Its bell tower and walls seem to store echoes of those times. The Assumption Cathedral amazes with its harmony and grandeur. Its golden domes and strict forms are a symbol of Yaroslavl spirituality and architectural taste. You will learn how the cathedral is connected to important historical events and how it reflects the religious culture of the region. On the banks of the Volga is the church of Elijah the Prophet, one of the most ancient and revered in the city. Its architecture and location create a special atmosphere, and the guide will tell about its role in the life of the city and the traditions associated with this temple. You will go to Strelka - a picturesque place where the Kotorosl and Volga rivers converge. Here you can enjoy the views, walk along the shores and feel the spirit of Yaroslavl nature. The arrow is not just a geographical point, but a symbol of the city, a meeting place of historical and cultural lines. Our guide will share with you the most interesting facts about Yaroslavl.

Lunch for extra.

Departure to Rostov the Great.
The silence broken only by the overflowing bells. The knock of their own steps on the ancient stones of transitions A light wind carrying the smell of old lime and age-old trees. Welcome to a special walk through the Rostov Kremlin – not just sightseeing, but a journey in time, where every sound and every bend of stonework speaks directly to the soul. You will step on the territory of the Kremlin, and immediately feel that everything here breathes a special harmony. White stone walls gently catch the sun’s rays, casting lace shadows on the grass, and overhead floats the melody of Rostov bells – solemn, then thoughtful, then light, like morning fog over Lake Nero. Narrow small crossings will lead you to winding paths - then up the old steps, then into the coolness of the vaulted galleries.
The sounds of bells accompany you at every step - from afar, then very close, when you approach the majestic belfry. Here, under its arches, you can pause for a moment and listen to how the largest bell “Sysoy” buzzes, as “Swan” and “Polyeleny” echo it, weaving in the air a musical fabric that has been for several centuries. The transitions open unexpected angles: here flashed the dome of the Assumption Cathedral, here are the frescoes of the Church of John the Theologian, painted by Kostroma masters, and here is a view of the Metropolitan Court with its ancient chambers and a quiet garden. In each turn there is a new frame, a new story, a new shade of light. This tour is not about dates and facts. It is about moments when time slows down, when beauty speaks without words, and the ancient Kremlin becomes a conversationalist.

Moving to Uglich.

Return to the hotel Corona 3 (arrival 06/08), Return to the hotel Voznesenskaya 3 (arrival 08/10).

Dinner for extra.

Day 4. High Volochek, sightseeing tour + Return to St. Petersburg

Breakfast.
Departure to High Volochek.

Lunch for extra.

Sightseeing tour of the city.
A city with a special appearance and character formed by complex hydraulic structures, it is often called the “Venice of the North”. Volochek is rich in historical heritage and was once an important part of the trade route from the Varangians to the Greeks. During the tour you will walk along the Vanchakov line, see the Epiphany Cathedral, the monument to Venetsianov, which conveys the atmosphere of quiet rural life, and the bronze statue of Catherine II, proudly towering near the Drama Theater. You will also find a unique "double" monument to Peter I and Mikhail Serdyukov, important figures in the history of the city.

End of program.
Departure to St. Petersburg.

• Accommodation at a hotel of category 3* in a double room;
• Meals (breakfast on the tour program);
• Transport and excursion services;
• Entrance tickets to museums under the tour program;
• A boat trip.