To Belarus for the weekend. Tours to Belarus Weekend packages in Belarus
A long weekend is a reason to finally take a trip. Now there will definitely be enough time to relax and travel around our native Belarus! Where exactly should we go? We have collected 8 ideas for you to suit every taste: for those who want to discover a new city or relax in nature, spend a weekend under a blanket or see something interesting on the way to Vilnius.
For those who don't like pretentious celebrations
July 3, as you undoubtedly remember, is the day of the liberation of Minsk from fascist troops. If you don’t like the aesthetics of military parades and folk festivals, we suggest you look at the real traces of military history. The program includes defensive points, fortresses and memorial complexes. A real story that will impress you much more than monotonous textbooks and solemn phrases that set your teeth on edge.
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For those who miss nature
If you're tired of city dust, pack a tent, stew, guitar, mosquito and tick repellent - and go camping. Turn off all social networks, listen to the noise of the trees and: three days is just a great time to gain strength and emotionally reboot. And we have everything ready for you: hiking routes around Belarus (there are both easy one-day routes and themed routes for 2-3 days), and a selection of campsites where you can set up camp. If you can’t imagine outdoor recreation without the water element, go to one of the lakes for a cool summer holiday, and if, on the contrary, wild thickets attract you, make your route to one of the national parks, especially since there are excellent opportunities for active recreation.
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For lovers of abandoned aesthetics
If the word “restoration” makes you shudder in horror, and scuffed walls, crumbling plaster and other traces of time, on the contrary, attract you with all their might, here is a great option for you. Former palaces, estates and tomb chapels are real places of power: a dose of romance and mysticism is guaranteed.
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For those who want to discover a new city
Minsk is not alone: a long weekend is an excellent opportunity to explore the big and small cities of Belarus. Choose those that you have not yet visited and start your journey! The program includes Molodechno, Bobruisk, Glubokoe, Polotsk and Pinsk, and in the second episode - Lida, Turov, Novogrudok, Zaslavl and Mozyr. Each has something to see, and we have already prepared all the most interesting information.
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For tireless researchers of our native country
A long weekend is an excellent reason to re-read the list of 34 attractions in Belarus and check whether you have already explored all of them. If not, then let's go! Well, if all the boxes are already ticked, then we have an ace up our sleeve: 6 more unknown Belarusian wonders. The largest island in Belarus, mammoth bones and a 100-year-old distillery sounds like a great weekend plan. By the way, if you don’t want to move too far from Minsk, there is a wonderful 30 km route: an estate, a museum and a place for a picnic and swimming. You can go on a bike!
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For those who are heading to Vilnius
Are you going to head to the city for a long weekend? The right decision, but don’t forget to set aside half a day for an interesting route just along the way. A baroque temple and park in Voronyany, an old manor in Dubniki, a magnificent church in Gervyaty (according to many, the most beautiful in Belarus, and certainly the highest) and a “half-timbered” mill there, a mysterious chapel in the village of Sokoloity and a defensive temple await you in the style of “Sarmatian Baroque” in Mikhalishki.
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For those who stay in Minsk
We have a wonderful list of things to do to fall in love with Minsk. They say that those who complete all ten points will end up having a great summer. Check. Another great idea to see Minsk from a different side is the Minsk Constructivism route. Laconic forms, simple lines and functionalism - take a leisurely stroll and admire the big dreams and avant-garde ideas of great architects. Don’t forget to check out Osmolovka, which has been the subject of so much talk lately.
The choice of off-the-beaten-path places was entrusted to a professional guide, Natalya Palchuk. The task was this: no Mir and Nesvizh! These places, of course, are iconic, but we want to go along little-known routes.
So, we present five non-trivial options for traveling around Belarus
For art historians: the Repin estate “Zdravnevo” near Vitebsk
Do you love art? Buy tickets to Vitebsk. Not far from this city is the estate of the artist Ilya Repin, where he lived for 8 years. The wooden house was built according to the sketches of Repin himself and the structure looks more like a fairy-tale tower.
During World War II, the estate was completely destroyed, but in the 80s, architects restored it according to old sketches. The main house now houses the Repin Museum, and the area around is a downright charming park.
To get there on your own: There are plenty of options to get to Vitebsk from Minsk. The estate itself is located 16 km from the city. You can get there by public transport: bus No. 26 to the village. Ruby, or bus 26A to the Dvina River Bridge, from where follow the sign for 1 km.
For tourists: church in Gervyaty
For those who love sightseeing and are ready to go on a bus tour around the whole Earth without hesitation, we recommend going to see the church in Gervyaty.
Have you heard of this? If the answer is no, then get ready to see the tallest and most beautiful church in Belarus. Surprisingly, for some reason this place is not very well known among Belarusians. But it’s better not to go specifically to the church, but to go as part of the “Ostrovets Around the World” excursion.
Its essence is that in one trip you can visit all the best Catholic churches in the Grodno region and see churches in Soly, Mikhalishki, Vornyany and Ostrovets.
Get there on your own: From Minsk by train Minsk-Gudogai (you need a receipt for payment for visiting the border zone, you can pay at Belarusbank). From Gudogay by bus to Ostrovets, from Ostrovets by bus to Giri.
For historians: the Museum of Old Believers in Vetka
Natalya Palchuk, our assistant guide, put the Museum of Old Believers in Vetka in first place in her personal rating of museums in Belarus. There is no other museum in our country with such a number of rare exhibits and immersion in the topic.
An even better option would be to first go to Gomel, see the Rumyantsev-Paskevich Palace, and then take the train and get to Vetka, which is very close to the city. Our guide guarantees that your excitement at the museum will know no bounds.
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To get there on your own: From Minsk to Gomel, from Gomel bus station by bus to Vetka
For gourmets: Korobchitsy complex near Grodno
How deliciously they serve authentic Belarusian dishes in Korobchitsy! Mmmm... But this agro-tourist complex is interesting not only for its restaurant. This is a real open-air museum-estate.
The complex is located near Grodno (the most beautiful city in Belarus, by the way). It’s worth starting from the city itself, and then taking a trip into nature to Korobchitsy. The territory of the complex is huge and stylized as an old manor of the 19th century. There is a restaurant with Belarusian cuisine, a knight's playground, workshops of folk craftsmen and a zoo. In general, there will be enough impressions for everyone!
To get there on your own: From Minsk to Grodno by bus, train or minibus. From the Grodno bus station there are buses from Grodno to the Korobchitsy estate, as well as a minibus.
For mystics: Turov and Turov crosses
Stone Turov crosses grow directly from the ground. Moreover, they grow - this is in the literal sense of the word. They are considered a miracle of Belarus, which scientists still cannot explain. Many articles have been written about the crosses, thousands of pilgrims come to them every month, and scientists study them. But more and more questions arise. So, look for miracles only here.
In addition, it is worth looking into the oldest Belarusian city of Turov and visiting the ancient castle, where the remains of wooden residential buildings and the foundation of a church from the 11th-12th centuries are preserved, as well as the former Uniate church, where the largest stone crosses are kept.
To get there on your own: From Minsk to Stolin/David-Gorodok/Zhitkovichi, and from these cities you can take commuter buses to Turov. Or by train from Minsk to Kalinkovichi, and then by suburban bus.
Have a useful and meaningful weekend!
Text: Tatyana Tarakanova
Weekend tours to Belarus are becoming more and more popular. Thanks to the developed transport infrastructure, it will not be difficult to change the situation and find yourself in another country. Despite the short duration of the tour, which is 1-2 days, if you wish, you can do everything that was planned. Weekend tours to Belarus are in great demand. The road to this country will not take much time, so you can take your children with you on the trip. If you want to travel with your own car, we will offer you hotels with secure parking. It is also possible to provide a car with a private driver for added convenience. The cost of a holiday in this country is significantly lower than similar tours to European countries.
The purpose of a weekend visit to Belarus may vary. Very often our clients book sightseeing tours, since the country has a huge number of historical and architectural attractions. We can offer you a large selection of excursion tours. Our specialists will competently plan your time, which will allow you to visit the maximum number of places in a couple of days. You will have the opportunity to look at the Brest Fortress, castles, monasteries and palaces, and see the Stalin Line. We will select for you exactly the tour that will satisfy all your needs and desires at a very reasonable price.
What to choose?
On our website you can familiarize yourself with the main excursions that are organized by our company. As part of a weekend tour, you can visit the Museum of the Great Patriotic War, visit the BELAZ plant or the Kommunarka sweet factory, take a sightseeing tour of Minsk and much more.
Shopping tours to Minsk are also popular. Accompanied by an experienced stylist from a variety of Belarusian designer brands, you will have the opportunity to choose your ideal wardrobe and receive valuable tips on creating a beautiful, elegant look, all of which can be accomplished in a weekend.
Ski resorts in Belarus are popular among winter recreation lovers. They are built using European technology and meet all foreign standards. Such a vacation will cost much less than a vacation in Europe, and there will be a lot of positive impressions.
IN weekend tour of Belarus Accommodation is required. Our company will select a comfortable hotel for you, where you can relax calmly after an interesting and fruitful day. The Aqua-Minsk Hotel, located on the banks of the Svisloch River, is extremely popular among our clients. While staying here, you will be able to visit the water park, which is the fifth largest in Europe, completely free of charge. This is especially true for families traveling with children. The SPA area, baths and saunas will help you relax and enjoy your holiday even more.
Advantages of tourism to Belarus
An important advantage of visiting Belarus is that you do not need a visa or passport to visit a neighboring country; you only need a passport of a Russian citizen. The incredibly rich nature of this country with clean lakes, untouched forests and nature reserves allows you to be alone with nature, breathe in healing air, enjoy the beauty of architecture or relax in nature.
We carefully think through all the nuances of your vacation. We pay attention to the transport you want to travel by (bus, plane, train), and we will also take into account your requirements regarding food and travel budget. In the modern rhythm of life weekend tour to Belarus from Moscow is ideal for a change of scenery and getting new experiences at minimal cost. By contacting our company, you will receive a comfortable stay and a lot of positive emotions.
