Discover Russian Countryside: Day Trip to Zvenigorod

Name: Discover Russian Countryside: Day Trip to Zvenigorod
Brand: Moscow With Locals
SKU: 5cb02fca-6f92-495b-9b39-2e0a4af7bb96

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Summary

Meet your guide at the lobby of your hotel early morning, at 7am and then set off for a full day countryside trip. We will drive approximately 50 km towards the ancient town of Zvenigorod. This is one of the oldest towns in the Moscow Region and has beautiful landscapes on the Moscow river. * On our way we will visit a few old churches, visit the medieval center of Zvenigorod and will finally reach the XIV century monastery (Savvino-Storozhevsky), where we will research surroundings, visit temples and explore local history and art exibitions. Along the way, you will have a chance to try a famous Russian Summer drink, called kvas (if your trip is during the summertime) with famous Russian pastries called pirozhki. Before lunch we will take a short walk around the town and then will take a break for lunch in a cafe where you will have a chance to try dishes from Russian or soviet cuisine. After lunch you we are going to Russian museum of dessert to enjoy the stories behind some classic local desserts whlie sipping tea at the Russian tea ceremony The final stop of the day is a Ershovo estate, a gorgeous place to walk around and enjoy the nature. You will be dropped off at your hotel around 6pm at the conclusion of your tour. Feel free to ask questions and your guide will share some useful information and suggestions on what to do and to see best in Moscow.

Tour info

Duration

9 hours

Why take this tour?

Enjoy a full day private tour (for you only) departing from your Moscow hotel to the ancient town of Zvenigorod We are going to enjoy our day at countryside: will start from your hotel and will visit a few nice churches, museums, classic estates and many more. The highlight of our tour is St. Savva Storozhevsky monastery, a 700 years old, which experienced a lot of ups and lows in its life. We will try russian Kvass with some local pastries and later will stop for lunch. And last but not least - a classiс Russian tea ceremony! Wow

What’s included?

Private car tour with a friendly guide
Pickup and drop-off at your Moscow hotel
Russian tea ceremony
Monastery pastries with local tea tasting
Bottled water
Lunch
Gratuities (very much appreciated!

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 9h
Mobile tickets accepted

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operator Website

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Moscow With Locals

About operator:

Foodies will love this food tasting tour of Moscow. Your local guide will take you to some of the city’s top food-related points of interest, including markets, specialty shops, restaurants, and even an eatery in a 14th-century monastery (subject to opening hours). You’ll learn all about Russian food, culture, and history while sightseeing around the city.