RussiaBolgar (The Northern Mecca)
Tour Days: daily.
Time: 09:00–20:00.
Duration: 11 hours.
Meeting Point: 19 Baumana Street (Nogai Hotel).
You will visit a UNESCO World Heritage Site — the Bolgar Historical and Archaeological Complex. This site was once the capital of Great Volga Bulgaria. Today, the ruins of significant buildings are preserved here, forming a large archaeological complex. You will see: the Cathedral Mosque, Eastern and Northern Mausoleums, Khan’s Tomb, the Small Minaret, the Black Chamber, the White Chamber, and the Khan's Palace. You will also visit the Museum of Bulgarian Civilization and the Memorial Sign — the location of the largest printed Quran in the world.
Ancient mausoleums, khans’ minarets, and snow-white mosques with golden domes will reveal the mysterious history of Volga Bulgaria.
Notes:
- If the group consists of fewer than 18 people, the tour duration is reduced to 10 hours.
Included in the price:
- Transportation (comfortable buses).
- Guided tour services.
- Entrance tickets.
Additional services:
- Audio guide headsets for better hearing: 100 RUB/person.
- Lunch paid separately: 400 RUB/person.