Journey through the Ages: From Archaeological Excavations to the Decembrists
Starts from
Tyumen
Duration
3 Days
Transportation
By Car
Length
601 km
Hotels
2
Guidance
Self-Guided
Categories
Kurgan - Chimeevo - Kargopolye - Isetskoe - Yalutorovsk
Be inspired by the ancient and not only history of the Trans-Urals! See miraculous and obroshchenie icons, visit archeological excavations, find out what the Decembrists were like in exile and how they changed the Trans-Urals.
Learn how to make national dolls, drink Russian tea and try the real loaf, and, of course, enjoy the picturesque views!
There are 2 activities in the itinerary (Russian tea drinking and a master class on making folk dolls), which must be booked in advance.
Tour features:
Recommendations:
Be inspired by the ancient and not only history of the Trans-Urals! See miraculous and obroshchenie icons, visit archeological excavations, find out what the Decembrists were like in exile and how they changed the Trans-Urals.
Learn how to make national dolls, drink Russian tea and try the real loaf, and, of course, enjoy the picturesque views!
There are 2 activities in the itinerary (Russian tea drinking and a master class on making folk dolls), which must be booked in advance.
Tour features:
- Unique places for history lovers;
- Lots of hiking in the historic center of the cities;
- The itinerary is ideal for travel Friday through Sunday, but it can also be done with a Tuesday through Thursday start;
- There are 2 activities that need to be booked in advance;
Recommendations:
- Don't forget SPF sunscreen if you like to walk outdoors;
- Bring swimming gear if the weather is hot;
Maria Gorobets
Travel Expert
- Explore Russian traditions.
- Take a walk in Baron Rosen's garden.
- Visit Decembrists' houses-museums.
- Plunge into peasant life.
- Visit an archeological reserve.
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And in the evening you'll have a Mexican-style dinner.
Excursions and master classes in the "Russian hut" manor should be booked in advance.
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Obroschen icons and cave paintings
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Decembrists, craft workshops and Siberian cuisine
Today you will visit Decembrists, will admire "Siberian baroque", will learn how to make folk dolls and mould pots, will look at real tent and will try Siberian cuisine.
Master-classes in Yalutorovskiy ostrog must be booked in advance.
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