Novgorod
Novgorod
Novgorod the Great was the first official capital of Russia and is one of Russia’s most interesting towns containing some of Russia’s greatest jewels of architecture. The Kremlin of Novgorod is the oldest in Russia dating back to 864. The cathedral of St. Sophia dominates the structure of the Kremlin. Built between 1045 and 1050 under the patronage of Vladimir Yaroslavich, the son of Yaroslav the Wise. It is the best preserved of 11th century churches, probably the oldest structure still in use in Russia and the first one to represent original features of Russian architecture (austere stone walls, five helmet-like cupolas). It is adorned with beautiful frescoes from the 12th century and icons. The dome of the cathedral is made in the form of a huge helmet, to show the defendant power of the city. Another notable monument is the Cathedral of St. Nicholas in Yaroslav´s Court. This cathedral was built to store an icon, believed to have magical powers. Novgorod is also home to the Yuriev Monastery, a medieval religious complex built in 1030 along the Volkov River.
Moscow, Saint Petersburg and Veliky Novgorod, 8 days, 7 nights
from 1074 USD
Tour includes:
- City Tour in Moscow
- Visit to the Moscow Kremlin, Red Square and the Kremlin Cathedrals
- Tour of the Moscow Metro and the Old Arbat
- Visit to the Tretyakovsky State Gallery
- Novgorod City tour, visit to the ancient Kremlin of Russia´s first capital
- St. Petersburg City Tour with visit to the Peter and Paul Fortress
- Excursion to the Imperial suburb of Pushkin and the Catherine Palace
- Visit to the Hermitage, visit to the Imperial suburb of Peterhof
2 days 1 night in Novgorod
from 194 USD
Tour includes:
Tour the ancient Kremlin of Russia´s first capital
Boat trip along the Volkov river to the Yuriev Monastery
Sample ancient honey beer in the Kremlin´s tower
Day trip to Novgorod - the ancient capital of Russia
from 118 USD
At 8.00 AM, our driver will pick you up to depart for Novgorod. Veliky Novgorod is one of Russia’s most ancient cities and was Russia’s first capital. It is located in the North-West part of the country, about 2-3 hours drive from St.Petersburg. Arrival in Novgorod. We will stop by the Beresta Palace hotel, to visit the bathroom and lobby bar, if necessary. You will meet your Novgorod guide at...
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The 5-storey hotel Volkhov is one of the main hotels of Veliky Novgorod. It is situated in the historical, business and cultural center of this ancient, Russian city. It is only a 3-minute drive and a 10-minute walk from the famous Novgorod Kremlin. The hotel was built in 1958 and...
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The Beresta Palace is Novgorod´s premier hotel. It is exremely comfortable, International class hotel very close to the city center. The hotel also comes complete with multiple facilities for leisure as well as for business. The hotel was built in an elegant, Austrian style and is fully meets all Western...
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from 172 USD
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This 3-star, modestly priced hotel is located in the historical, cultural and business centre of Novgorod on the banks of the Volkhov river. It is surrounded by many ancient buildings and architectural masterpieces. The Novgorod Kremlin is only a stone´s throw from the hotel...
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