Keys of the Plant-Fortress or so called Iron Tour (7 hours) - uVisitRussia
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Keys of the Plant-Fortress or so called Iron Tour (7 hours)

This tour acquaints you with the history of Ural treasure – “the purest” iron in the world.

You will be presented with the keys of the City-Fortress and will drink a glass of vodka in an old tower! Later you'll visit the unique exposition of the museum of local lore, where you will learn about archeological monuments of the iron era. A blacksmith with a beard wearing a leather apron will meet his guests and show the way to an old forge. You'll see with your own eyes the way how heated metal changes its shape. A glass of vodka and folk games in the open air (summer) or ice-run (winter) after a “hot” tour will bring you a great pleasure. Dinner with tea and pies– in a real village. 

The program includes presenting to guests the symbolic keys of the city in a restaurant-museum “Demidov” in a main hall decorated with marvelous cast-iron; there are bear-skins on the benches and on the floor, glasses with alcoholic beverage with a honey flavor( “medovuha”) are on the trays….

Type: Small Group Tours
Duration: 7 hours

Important info

Price includes
  • transfers
  • english - speaking guide
  • dinner with tea and pies

Sights included in program

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per person, based on 2-people group
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1 person - US$ 317 (US$ 317 per person)
2 person - US$ 338 (US$ 169 per person)
3 person - US$ 459 (US$ 153 per person)
4 person - US$ 612 (US$ 153 per person)
5 person - US$ 765 (US$ 153 per person)
6 person - US$ 918 (US$ 153 per person)
Price for persons: 1 - 6

Our flexible payment options allow you to pay 20% of a deposit first and the remaining 80% in 14 days prior to your tour date - payment can be done both online or over the phone. This gives you the peace of mind knowing your spaces are booked on the tours and that you do not miss out on making the most of your time in Russia.

Also you get the best, top-rated and most experienced and knowledgeable hand-picked tour guide appointed on a priority basis.
In our experience, exceptional travel experiences are almost always delivered by exceptional people. With that in mind, we utilize a comprehensive approach to select and employ the best tour guides only. Multilingual and well travelled, each possesses deep insight into the diverse attractions and cultural patterns throughout the region. With us guides undergo a rigorous selection process, achieving outstanding knowledge of local culture and language. Rest assured that the best tour guides only will be working on the tours to give you excellent opportunity to explore the best of the sights during both short and long-term stay in Russia.

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