Enjoy this private tour by car to visit UNESCO World Heritage Site, Trinity Lavra of St. Sergius, one of the most famous Orthodox sites in Russia. Also enjoy the opportunity to take in the beautiful countryside, visit a local market and taste local food.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 7 hours
- Starting time 9:00 AM
- Skip the ticket line
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Russian
- Pickup included
- The lobby of your hotel in Moscow
- Wheelchair accessible
- Private group
Experience
Highlights
- Enjoy hotel pick-up and transfer by comfortable car or minivan to Sergiev Podad
- Admire the beautiful Russian countryside on your drive
- Visit Saint Spring at Radonezn Village
- Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site Trinity Lavra of St. Sergius
- Try monastery kvass and ginger bread
Full description
You will start the morning with your journey to Sergiev Posad, located approximately 40 miles (70 kilometers) from Moscow. You will enjoy the beauty of the Russian countryside on the way there and stop to visit the Russian village, Rudonezh, a quiet and peaceful place, where Saint Sergius was born. You will see the beautiful Saint Spring and the Church of Sergey Radonezh.
After, you will continue your tour to Sergiev Posad and spend some time in Trinity Lavra, visiting some of Russia’s most beautiful cathedrals, the Assumption Cathedral and the Trinity Cathedral. Enjoy exploring the fascinating monastery inside and marvel at the shining golden domes. Then, you will have the opportunity to visit the local Matreshka market and have a break in a nice Russian restaurant before returning to Moscow.
Includes
- Guided tour
- Transportation in a comfortable car
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Entrance to Trinity Lavra
Not suitable for
- People with mobility impairments
- Wheelchair users
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All required protective equipment is provided
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
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- Please provide your hotel information in advance for pick-up service
