Bike tour "Pushkin"

Pskov region

Our new literature tour is dedicated to Alexander Pushkin, the greatest Russian poet. It goes through the Pskov region and famous Pushkinskie Gory with the estate of Pushkin family where he spent considerable time of his life. The tomb of Alexander Pushkin is in Pushkinskiye Gory (in Svyatogorsky Monastery). You also will see historic sites of Izborsk, Pechory, Pskov, which are the part of the Silver Ring of Russia. After the tour you may return to Moscow or St. Petersburg by comfortable train or stay longer in Pskov.

Most roads along the route do not have heavy traffic and are paved with asphalt. We stay in good quality hotels (only double or single accommodation with private bathroom).

Bike tour highlights:

• Famous Pushkinskie Gory with the estate of Alexander Pushkin - the greatest Russian poet
• State historical-architectural, landscape and natural museum-preserve «Izborsk»
• Rural countryside, pretty villages, ancient fortresses and monasteries, old feudal cities of Pskov region
• Churches of the Pskov School of Architecture (added to UNESCO world heritage list in 2019)
• … and 230 kilometers of enjoyable cycling

10 reasons for visiting Pskov region

Itinerary (pdf)

Map of the route. Cycling distance - 230 km.

Photo reports from our previous tours

Included:

• hotel accommodation in twin/ double rooms with private facilities (4 nights) with breakfast
• last dinner
• lunches on the route (except the first day)
• banya
• a sag wagon (support vehicle and baggage carrier)
• all transfers along the route
• guided excursions and museums fees as described in the itinerary
• English-speaking cycling guides and mechanic
• T-shirt

Not included:

• visa
• train to Pskov and back
• dinners (except 1)
• lunch on the first day
• health and travel insurance (you must have it!)
• alcoholic drinks
• permission for photo-video-taking in the museums

Extras:

• single accommodation - 150 Euro
• bicycle rental - 100 Euro (E-bike 200 Euro)
• cycling jersey - 50 Euro
• extra night in Pskov, Moscow or St. Petersburg

For more details about the tour contact us.

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