Golden Ring 2 days/1 night

The Golden Ring is the name for a popular tourist route with the network of ancient towns north-east of Moscow. These Russian towns are famous for unique architectural constructions dating back to the 12-17th centuries.

During this tour you will visit Sergiev Posad, Vladimir and Suzdal. These towns are old: Sergiev Posad, the first town you will see, grew up in the 15th century around one of the greatest of Russian monasteries, the Troitse-Sergieva (Trinity) Lavra. Vladimir was founded in 1108 and Suzdal was first mentioned in chronicles in 1024. These three ancient towns have much to captivate you with: Sergiev Posad and Vladimir are famous for their picturesque monasteries and churches and Suzdal is considered to be the museum of architecture.

Itinerary:

Day One
Departure for Sergiev Posad
Guided tour of Sergiev Posad
Lunch
Transportation to the hotel in Suzdal and check-in
Dinner

Day Two
Breakfast
Guided tour of Suzdal
Lunch
Transportation to Vladimir
Guided tour of Vladimir
Depart for Moscow

Highlights:

Savior Transfiguration Cathedral

Apart from Kremlin, Yaroslavl is famous for its ancient churches and monasteries. The Savior Transfiguration Cathedral is the oldest building in the city. The Cathedral boasts a unique fresco ensemble that dates back to the time of Ivan the Terrible.

St. Euthymius Cathedral

Majestic St. Euthymius Cathedral is one of Suzdal's major attractions. This five-domed cathedral is massive and imposing. It features sumptuous frescos dating back to the 16-17th centuries. Some frescos depict the life of St. Euthymius.