Day 2. Yalutorovsk, Tyumen: Discover the Soul of Siberia
"Battle of the Blini Makers"
Feel like a true master of Russian cuisine. Under the guidance of experienced chefs, you will bake a giant Russian blin — a traditional pancake — one meter in diameter, learn the secrets of making blini during a hands-on cooking workshop, and taste them with a variety of sweet and savory fillings. This exciting gastronomic adventure will leave you with vivid impressions and introduce you to one of Russia’s most beloved traditions.
"Siberian Carnival" Program
Sample Siberian dishes, join in traditional village games, discover age-old crafts and rituals, and test your skills in Cossack contests and archery. Capture unforgettable memories with a photo session in traditional Siberian costumes — dress up as a merchant, a Cossack, or in traditional Russian dress. On holidays, the program is enhanced with colorful folk festivities — "Maslenitsa Merriment" (Shrovetide), the "Kvass Feast," the "Kapusta-Barynya" cabbage festival, "Svyatki" (Yuletide), and the traditional August Feasts of the Savior — offering an even deeper immersion into the rich culture and traditions of Siberia.
"City Bathhouses" Banya Complex
Discover the authentic banya traditions of Siberia. Enjoy relaxing in the steam room and washing area, an invigorating cold-water dousing from tipping buckets, a dip in the cold plunge pool or outdoor pool, and gentle, fragrant steam infused with Siberian herbs. A true highlight is a private Siberian-style banya treatment led by an experienced bath master — an ancient practice that restores your energy, helps you relax, and lets you feel the healing power of a genuine Russian banya.
Address: 28 Polevaya Street, Tyumen
Website: gorpar.ru
Day 3. Tyumen: Milestones in Siberian History
"Tyumen — Gateway to Siberia" Sightseeing Tour
Stroll through the city's historic streets, learn about the region's merchant past and traditions, and meet a costumed character portraying a Tyumen merchant woman along the way. Enjoy a warm and convivial tea gathering with fragrant Ivan tea (a traditional Russian herbal tea) brewed in a samovar, along with a tasting of local fruit liqueurs and sweet Tyumen candies on a cozy pedestrian street in the old merchant quarter. It's a journey where history comes alive through flavors, encounters, and the atmosphere of old Siberia.
I.Ya. Slovtsov Museum Complex
Discover Siberia's ancient history. Explore the unique paleontological collections "Ancient Sea" and "Ancient Forest," featuring creatures that once inhabited the Jurassic-era West Siberian Sea and animals from the Ice Age, including one of Russia's most remarkable mammoth skeleton specimens. Continue your journey into Siberian traditions with a masterclass on making the legendary Siberian carpet — a small, 10×10 cm handmade tapestry to keep as a memento of your encounter with the region's cultural heritage.
Address: 63 Sovetskaya Street, Tyumen
Website: museum72.ruslovtsov
"Taiga" Eco-Park
Spend a day packed with outdoor activities and relaxation in nature. In winter, enjoy husky sledding, snow tubing, skiing, ice skating, and interactive play areas for the whole family. In summer, try your hand at bumper ball, tackle the ropes course, or set off on an exhilarating ride aboard all-terrain vehicles manufactured in Tyumen. After all the activity, unwind in a modern spa complex: enjoy an open-air geothermal mineral spring, a salt cave, a swimming pool, the "Steppe" herbal sauna with gentle herbal steam, the "Misty Forest" hammam, and the "Volcano" steam room for those who love intense heat.
Address: Onokhino village, Tyumensky District, Tyumen Oblast
Website: taigapark72.ru
Day 4. Tyumen
Stop by a souvenir shop and choose memorable gifts from your trip to Tyumen. You will find unique mammoth-tusk art pieces, cosmetics made with therapeutic mud and mineral water, authentic Siberian-style souvenirs, unusual oil-themed gifts, and VisitTyumen-branded souvenirs. Each souvenir will carry a piece of the region’s history and remind you of your time in Siberia.
