Multi-day tours:WEEKEND in Voronezh

Route: Voronezh – Cave monastery of Divnogorie and open-air museum – "Academy of milk" - Palace complex of princess of Oldenburg – Voronezh (city tour + current historical copy of “Gott Praedestinatio” ship)

Day 1

It is not for nothing, that Chalk Divas attract people from all over the world. This unique creation of nature is plentifully represented in the Voronezh region. Our journey begins with a visit of Small Divas, which are located on the territory of male monastery of Divnogorie. Then, we move to the Museum- Reserve Divnogorie. Scheduled a visit to the Church of Sicilian Icon of the Mother of God (XIX century), the remains of a medieval fortress and necropolis (IX-X centuries), as well as natural wonder - Chalk Diva. On the top, opens a breathtaking view of the Don River and its valley. The complex of Small Divas includes a cave church and a bypass gallery with two chapels. The complex was first mentioned in some documents in the year 1653, although there are suggestions of its earlier origin. The principle of building the cave temple and graffiti on the walls resembles images in the Roman catacombs of the first centuries of Christianity.

Then, we move to the Museum- Reserve Divnogorie. Scheduled a visit to the Church of Sicilian Icon of the Mother of God (XIX century), the remains of a medieval fortress and necropolis (IX-X centuries), as well as natural wonder - Chalk Diva. On the top, opens a breathtaking view of the Don River and its valley.

Visit to modern dairy complex "Academy of milk", where you will be able to see how milk is being produced and are grown cows will not leave indifferent neither children, nor adults. “Eco Niva” is one of the most technologically advanced companies in the Voronezh region, we will see how it works and also, we will taste some products of the company, that are just produced. Contact with newborn calves brings you only positive emotions.

Complexity of the route: THE HIGHEST RANK OF COMPLEXITY*

Day 2

Excursion to “Palace complex of princess of Oldenburg”

You will visit the only in the Central Black Earth Region palace of Imperial family, granddaughter Francoise Marie-Josephine (wife of Napoleon I Bonaparte), Princess Oldenburg's Palace. The Unique Palace, that was built in the  XIX century. It is registered as an object of Russian cultural heritage. In 1879 Tsar Alexander II gave the estate of Ramon to the Princess Eugenia and the Duke of Oldenburg as a wedding gift. In 1883 they commissioned construction of the palace, in red brick, in the style of an English Gothic castle with gatehouse.

Princess was an active woman, so, she has founded in our region the first Russian steam chocolate factory, products of her factory had an international recognition. Some recipes are still used at Voronezh chocolate factory. 

Excursion: Symbols of the capital of the Central Black Earth Region

Bus-walking tour over the most beautiful places in Voronezh city. 
Excursion begins with a visit of the current historical copie of "Gott praedestinatio," Russian battleship of the times of Peter the I. Next, we will visit some significant and legendary places of Voronezh, to know more about famous people who lived and left their mark in the history. Voronezh land gave to the world such an outstanding writers and poets as A.Koltsov, I.Nikitin, Bunin, A.Platonov, D.Venevitinov and others.

The city has a rich heritage, the great military history, religious shrines and modern image that harmoniously combined, creating a unique memorable appearance of the capital.

Complexity of the route: LIGHT*

Cost of the tour per person (accommodation included): 

Book now! Booking form is avaliable for twenty four hours.