Tour Of Ancient Russia (cities Of Suzdal And Vladimir)

Tour Of Ancient Russia (cities Of Suzdal And Vladimir)

PLEASE NOTICE: THE TOUR INVOLVES DRIVING TIME OF 6 to 8 HOURS DEPENDING ON TRAFFIC INTENSITY.

We offer you to visit two cities of the Golden Ring of Russia – Suzdal (999) and Vladimir (990), observe their most prominent sights, enjoy beautiful Russian nature and go for Medovuha degustation (optional).

Their brightest gems are ancient temples: history of icon-painting, picturesque mosaics and frescos, high white walls and colorful domes, atmosphere of peace and conciliation, enjoy the sounds of church bells and panoramic views of Russian nature. You’ll also visit the museum of wooden architecture where you can see how peasants lived.

We will visit Asssumption Cathedral of Vladimir (1158-1160), Golden Gate (optional), Church of Intercession on Nerl river and Museum of Wooden Architecture and Peasant life in Suzdal. You will also have a chance to participate in Medovuha degustation (Medovuha - russian traditional hard drink that is made of honey.)

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Holy Assumption Cathedral, ul. Bolshaya Moskovskaya 56/Sobornaya, Sq. 1, Vladimir 600000 Russia

One of the first white-stone cathedrals of Russia, built in 12th century. Get to see the frescos of famous icon-painter of the 15th cetury Andrey Rublev and the necropolis of Vladimir's patriarchs and princes.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Golden Gate, Bolshaya Moskovskaya, 1A, Vladimir 600000 Russia

The parade entrance to the city of Vladimir, part of the ancient fortifications and the symbol of power and magnitute of Russia. Inside, you will see a model of the last battle for Vladimir against Tatar-Mongols.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Church of the Intercession of the Holy Virgin, Vokzalnaya, 10, Bogolyubovo 601270 Russia

Take a walk across the sanctuary grassland and see the famous Pokrova on Nerl white-stone church.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Museum Of Wooden Architecture & Peasant Life, ul. Pushkarskaja, Suzdal Russia

This beatuful collection of pieces of wooden architecture of 18-19th centuries, brought from all across Vladimir principality. You will see windmills, peasant houses, churches and utility buildings.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Suzdal Mead, Lenina St., 63A, Suzdal 601293 Russia

Free time of 40 to 60 minutes to have a lunch and also a possibility to participate in Medovukha taste-test later.

Duration: 1 hour