The 10 Best Cultural Tours in Veliky Novgorod, Northwestern District

Veliky Novgorod, also known as Novgorod the Great, or just Novgorod, is one of the most important historic cities in Russia, UNESCO recognised Novgorod as a World Heritage Site in 1992 . At its peak during the 14th century, the city was the capital of Novgorod Republic and one of Europe's largest cities and a major Baltics to Byzantium station on the trade route from the Varangians to the Greeks. City was not destroyed by nazis in a period of WW2, as well as never been captured by Tatar hordes. So, its ancient beauty is almost untouched! We invite you to spend a day deep in real Russia, visit the Kremlin, orthodox churches and get closer to our history.

Inclusions: Professional art historian guide, Lunch, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Gratuities

We invite you to spend a wonderful day in one the most ancient Russian cities, Veliky (Great) Novgorod. It was Russia's first capital in the 9th century, the centre of Orthodox spirituality and architecture. Our professional guide will meet you on arrival. We will start with the walking tour by the territory of the Novgorod Kremlin and visit St. Sophia's Cathedral built in the eleventh century. Then we will go the Museum of Wooden Folk Architecture Vitoslavitsy, which includes more than 20 original wooden structures dating from the 16th to the 19th century. Churches, chapels, and residential houses were collected from around the Novgorod region and then moved to this site in the 1960s. The museum is located in a unique landscape with amazing views on the town. Then we will visit also the Yuriev Monastery. After the excursion our guide will lead you to the local restaurant ZavodBar for dinner (not included). The way to Novgorod and back takes three hours by train or auto.

Inclusions: Transfer to the railway station / or transportation directly to Novgorod and back, Train tickets Saint-Petersburg- Novgorod – Saint-Petersburg , Transportation (Van) according to the program, The English-speaking professional guide in Novgorod , Entrances fees, Taxes

Exclusions: Tips, Lunch, Coffee and/or Tea

This tour combines a standard city tour to Veliky Novgorod with visit to it's suburbs and gives you an opportunity to see evreything in one day. The tour starts in the city with visiting to it's heart - The Kremlin, the main Cathedral of St.Sophia (the monument of XI century) with it's miracle making icon, Yaroslav's Court (Yaroslavovo Dvorische) and the old Market-place. Then you will be taken to the Yuriev Monastery (the oldest active men monastery in Russia, founded in 1030) and an open-air museum of wooden architecture "Vitoslavlitsi". You can also choose a tour with the dinner in the restaurant near the monastery ("Yurievskoe podvorie") or in the restaurant "Detinets" with traditional Russian atmosphere. • Guaranteed skip-the-line entrance

Inclusions: English/German/French/Spanish/Italian speaking guide service, Transport by private vehicle, Lunch, Guaranteed skip-the-line entrance

Exclusions: Personal expenses, Gratuities

In this tour you will get acquainted with a part of Russian history by visiting the St. George (Yuryev) Monastery and the Vitoslavitsa Museum of Folk Wooden Architecture.

Inclusions: Professional English-speaking tour guide, Air-conditioned vehicle, Entrance fees, Skip-the-line entrance

Exclusions: Personal expenses

During this tour yu will be taken to the suburbs of Veliky Novgorod - to the Yuriev Monastery and an open-air museum "Vitoslavlitsi". Yuriev Monastery is situated on the bank of Volkhov river, near Ilmen Lake and is the oldest men active monastery in Russia (it was founded in 1030 by Jaroslav the Wise). In an open-air museum of wooden architecture "Vitoslavlitsi" you can see the oldest wooden buildings of XVI - XIX centuries. • Guaranteed skip-the-line entrance

Inclusions: English speaking guide service, Transport, Guaranteed skip-the-line entrance

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Personal expenses, Gratuities

This full-day tour tour is an excellent opportunity to learn how Russia started and to see the authentic pre-imperial capital of the Novgorod republic with the carefully preserved unique sights. On the way to Novgorod you will have a chance to see the Russian countryside. You will feel the atmosphere of a truly Russian provincial town, admire the beauty of old national architecture and try traditional Russian cuisine. Our friendly and knowledgeable guide will try to make it really special. Do not hesitate to approach us if you require any further information.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Snacks, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

This tour to Novgorod from St Petersburg is a unique opportunity to visit the former capital of Russia and see its sights in one day. The city that is amazing for its beauty: here you will see sights, monuments and churches at every step. During a walk through the Novgorod Kremlin, You will touch the ancient history, Dating back more than a thousand years-a tour to Novgorod will allow You to see and feel all this in one day. Veliky Novgorod is the birthplace of Russian democratic and a spiritual stronghold of Orthodox Russia. Itinerary: 9.30 a.m. Meet with your guide in the lobby of the hotel or port. Departure for Novgorod (190 km from St. Petersburg) Arrival to Novgorod. Full day of sightseeing. Excursion to the Kremlin of Novgorod. Sophia cathedral Monument Millennium Of Russia Excursion to the Yaroslav’s Court-Ancient Market. Lunch at the local restaurant Museum of Wooden Architecture Vitoslavlitsy. Visit the Yuriev Monastery 7-7.30 p.m. Arrival to the hotel or to the ship

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Professional guide, Traditional russian lunch at the local restaurante

Exclusions: Gratuities

Our guide will accompany you to the Vitoslavlitsy Museum of Wooden Architecture. There are over twenty wooden buildings brought here from across the Novgorod region, among them wooden churches, dwelling houses and mills.

Inclusions: Guide, Public transportation, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Private transportation

We will visit The Yuriev (St. George's) Monastery - part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site named Historic Monuments of Novgorod the Great and its Surroundings. Yuriev Monastery is often cited as Russia's oldest monastery. It is located just 5 km away from Novgorod the Great on the left bank of the Volkhov River which allows stunning views.

Inclusions: Guide, All Fees and Taxes, Private transportation

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We will visit the Novgorod Kremlin (traditionally known as the Detinets) - a masterpiece of the medieval architecture which also contains the oldest palace in Russia dating back to 1433 – the Chamber of the Facets, which served as the main meeting hall of the Russian archbishops; the oldest Russian bell tower from mid 15th century, and the oldest Russian clock tower. The Kremlin also features a royal palace and a bronze monument to the Millennium of Russia, representing the most important figures from the country's history.

Inclusions: Guide, All Fees and Taxes

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