Russia Tour Package

 

Day 1: Arrival in St Petersburg (No Meal)
Welcome to St. Petersburg

Arrive in St. Petersburg airport, welcome and assist by our local representative for your transfer to hotel.

 

 

Day 2: St Petersburg (Breakfast)
City Sightseeing & Hermitage Tour

Enjoy a morning sightseeing tour of St. Petersburg, where you will be taken through the main streets and squares of the city – Nevsky Prospect, Palace Square, Vasilyevsky Island Spit, Mars Field, Fontanka River Embankment and more. Enjoy photo stops at St. Isaac's Cathedral, Peter and Paul Fortress. The Peter and Paul Fortress is the oldest architectural monument of St. Petersburg. The date of the foundation stone of the fortress, May 16, 1703, is the date of the founding of St. Petersburg. The modern Peter and Paul Fortress houses numerous architectural monuments and museums. The fortress belongs to the historical part of St. Petersburg and together with the complex of monuments located here, they are included in the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites. The silhouette of the Peter and Paul Fortress has become a symbol of the city and occupies a key place in its panorama.
In the afternoon, proceed to the Hermitage Museum to see the interiors of the Winter Palace (UNESCO) and arts collection in the main building. The museum is located in five main buildings on the Palace Embankment, interconnected and forming a single museum complex. One of the buildings of the Hermitage is the Winter Palace, which in the past was the main imperial palace, the current building of which was built in 1754-1762. The Hermitage is one of the largest art museums in the world. It began as a personal collection of Empress Catherine II and now the collection numbers over 3.5 million items. Among them are the masterpieces of Leonardo da Vinci, Rembrandt, antique sculpture, Egyptian antiquities, a real mummy and much more.

 

 

Day 3: St Petersburg (Breakfast, Lunch)
Spectacular Catherine Palace in Pushkin

Today, you will embark on a tour to explore Catherine Palace and Park in Pushkin, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The Catherine Palace is one of the best examples of Russian Baroque. Its Great Hall of the Palace has an area of ​​850m² and was built without a single column. Thanks to the mirrors reflecting the windows and the airy painting of the plafond, one gets the impression that the huge hall has neither walls nor a ceiling. The main highlight of the Catherine Palace is the famous Amber Room. As is known from history, in July 1755, 76 stalwart guards set off on the most responsible and difficult of all their campaigns – from St. Petersburg to Tsarskoe Selo. In their arms, the military and valiant men carried the decoration of the amber cabinet. For six days they carried the amber office and covered about 23 kilometers. Thus, the Amber Room from the Third Winter Palace in St. Petersburg was transferred to the Catherine Palace in Pushkin.

 

 

Day 4: St Petersburg (Breakfast)
Iconic Cathedral & Neva River Cruise

Start your day with a tour to St. Isaac's Cathedral, one of the largest church buildings in the world, built  in honor of the patron saint of Peter I himself – Isaac of Dalmatia. The cathedral was erected by the famous French architect – Auguste Montferrand. During the construction of the cathedral, many technical innovations were applied, which made it possible to create such grandeur and luxury of both facades and interiors. Today Isaakievsky is recognized as one of the outstanding examples of Russian religious buildings with amazing luxurious decoration. In its interiors, you can count over 150 works of monumental painting of the mid-19th century. Stained glass windows, mosaics, sculptures and a spectacular combination of colored stone and gilding create a rich color spectrum that leaves an indelible impression on everyone who has visited this richest Museum at least once. Thereafter, enjoy a romantic Boat Cruise along Neva River and marvel at the panoramic view of St. Petersburg embankments and architecture.

 

 

Day 5: Departure from St Petersburg (Breakfast)
Free & Easy

Free at own leisure till departure transfer to St. Petersburg airport for homebound flight.

 

Day 1: Arrival in Moscow (No Meal)
Welcome to Moscow

Arrive in Moscow airport, welcome and assist by our local representative for your transfer to hotel.

 

 

Day 2: Moscow (Breakfast, Lunch)
Moscow City Sightseeing

Enjoy a morning sightseeing tour of Moscow, where you will be taken through the main streets and squares of the city, including Okhotny Ryad and Manezhnaya Square, Lubyanka Square with KGB Building, Kremlin Embankment with Zaryadye Park and Kremlin, Prechistenskaya Embankment with the Cathedral of Christ the Savior, Arbat Street and more. Enjoy photo stops at Sparrow Hills Observation Platform and St. Basil’s Cathedral. Thereafter, visit the Novodevichy Convent, designated by UNESCO as a World Heritage site, is one of the most beautiful monasteries in all of Russia.

 

 

Day 3: Moscow (Breakfast, Lunch)
The Symbol of Russia

Start your day with a tour to Moscow Kremlin, the iconic landmark in Russia, a beautiful fortress in the heart of Moscow. It serves as the official residence of the Russian Federation president. Discover the unique monuments of architecture and art of the 15^th to 20^th centuries, which consist of churches and chambers, majestic palaces and ceremonial administrative buildings. Walk along the Kremlin Squares and Streets, see the Tsar Bell and Tsar Cannon, as well as visit the Assumption Cathedral, the oldest church in Kremlin, built of white stone in 1475–1479 in the Italianate-Byzantine style. Moscow Kremlin has been included in the UNESCO World Heritage list in 1990. Next, you will visit the New Tretyakov Gallery, located on Krymsky Val, a museum which exhibits more than 5,000 Russian art of the 20^th to 21^St century – avant-garde, socialist realism, non-conformism and modern art. Here you can admire the paintings of Kazimir Malevich, Marc Chagall, Wassily Kandinsky and many others, as well as experience all the greatness of Russian culture. You will later go on a fascinating Moscow Metro Tour to explore the most beautiful metro stations in the world. Marvel at the exquisite interiors of these stations and be impressed by the underground palaces of Moscow.

 

 

Day 4: Moscow (Breakfast, Lunch)
Russia’s Most Important Monastery

Today, you will embark on a tour to Sergiev Posad, one of the oldest cities of Russia. It is home to the Trinity Lavra of St. Sergius, the most important Russian monastery and is a world famous spiritual centre of the Russian Orthodox Church. The monastery was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1993. The town also claims to be the birthplace of the Russian nesting doll or matryoshka. During the tour, you will see other fascinating Monasteries and Museums.

 

 

Day 5: Departure from Moscow (Breakfast)
Free & Easy

Free at own leisure till departure transfer to Moscow airport for homebound flight.

 

Day 1: Arrival in Moscow (No Meal)
Welcome to Moscow

Arrive in Moscow airport, welcome and assist by our local representative for your transfer to hotel.

 

 

Day 2: Moscow – Vladimir – Bogolyubovo (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
UNESCO World Heritage Tour

This morning, you will travel to Vladimir, which used to be one of the medieval capitals of Russia. It is part of the Golden Ring of the ancient Russian towns and an important tourist centre, where frescoes by the icon-painting genius Andrei Rublyov can be seen in the Cathedral of the Assumption. During the Sightseeing Tour in Vladimir, you will visit Cathedral of St. Demetrius (1194-1197), Cathedral of the Assumption (1158-1160, 1185-1189) and the Golden Gate (1158-1164). These monuments are designated as UNESCO World Heritage sites, among the White Monuments of Vladimir and Suzdal. Thereafter, proceed to Bogolyubovo. Upon arrival, you will visit Bogolyubsky Monastery and the Church of the Intercession on the Nerl River (1165). The church was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1992.

 

 

Day 3: Bogolyubovo – Suzdal – Kostroma (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Visit the Magical Town of Suzdal

Today, you will embark on a tour to Suzdal, which is possibly the most magical of the Golden Ring towns. With its Kremlin, market stalls, monasteries and countless little churches, this museum city has hardly changed over the last two-and-a-half centuries. More than 200 architectural monuments from the past millennium are concentrated here. And on every corner, “medovukha” is sold, an ancient Russian drink (a sort of honey beer). You will visit the old Kremlin, Spaso-Yefimiev Monastery, Cathedral of the Transfiguration and the Museum of Wooden Architecture. Thereafter, drive to Kostroma, a historic city which sits on the banks of the Volga River.

 

 

Day 4: Kostroma (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Tour the Historic City of Kostroma

Start your day with a tour to the Ipatiev Monastery, the main attraction of the city, located at the confluence of the Volga and Kostroma, known as the “cradle of the Romanov dynasty”. It was within the walls of the Ipatiev Monastery, where Mikhail Fedorovich Romanov was called to the royal throne. His coronation took place inside the Trinity Cathedral of the Ipatiev Monastery. The royal path of the dynasty which began from here, lasted just over 300 years. You will explore the grounds of the monastery and visit the Trinity Cathedral, famous for its unique fresco paintings. Following lunch, go on a Sightseeing Tour of Kostroma to see the beautiful view of the city. Kostroma is the pearl of the Golden Ring of Russia, the oldest jewelry center, craft and merchant city on the Volga. A perfectly preserved ensemble of mansions of the 18^th - 19^th centuries, patterned wooden houses and a fan-shaped arrangement of streets give it a special, unique charm. The former power, wealth and glory of the city have over time turned into a priceless historical heritage. You will stroll through the city center, admire the ancient architecture, white-stone churches, see the old shopping arcade and the hallmark of Kostroma - the Fire Tower. Free at own leisure for the evening.

 

 

Day 5: Kostroma – Yaroslavl (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Discover the UNESCO-listed Yaroslavl

Today, you will depart for Yaroslavl, one of the most beautiful cities in the Golden Ring with a thousand-year history. Yaroslavl is a UNESCO World Heritage site, which attracts visitors with its lovely embankment on the Volga River, tiled churches, ancient monasteries and cozy small-town atmosphere. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel. Following lunch, proceed for the Sightseeing Tour of Yaroslavl and explore the amazing beauty of this historic city. One of the main sights of Yaroslavl is the Monastery of the Transfiguration of the Saviour, which was built in the 12^th century as a kremlin or fortress, to protect the city with its high white walls and towers. Within those walls is the magnificent Cathedral of the Transfiguration of the Saviour (1516), the oldest building in Yaroslavl. You will also visit the Church of Elijah the Prophet, the most beautiful church of the city. Founded in 1647 – 1650, the church fully preserved its decoration and style. It is one of the most complete and best-preserved monuments of Yaroslavl.

 

 

Day 6: Yaroslavl – Rostov the Great – Sergiev Posad – Moscow (Breakfast, Lunch)
Tour Last Two Cities In One Day

Bid farewell to Yaroslavl and make your way to Rostov the Great, popularly known to Russians as Rostov Veliky. Enjoy a Sightseeing Tour of Rostov Veliky, which includes visit to the famous Rostov Kremlin, a unique architectural ensemble of the 17^th century. You will explore around the white-stone fortress with towers and domes of churches, similar to the decoration for Russian fairy tales. Following lunch, proceed to Sergiev Posad, one of the oldest cities of Russia. It is home to the Trinity Lavra of St. Sergius, the most important Russian monastery and is a world famous spiritual centre of the Russian Orthodox Church. The monastery was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1993. The town also claims to be the birthplace of the Russian nesting doll or matryoshka. After the excursion, enjoy a leisure drive back to Moscow.

 

 

Day 7: Departure from Moscow (Breakfast)
Free & Easy

Free at own leisure till departure transfer to Moscow airport for homebound flight.

 

Day 1: Arrival in Moscow (No Meal)
Welcome to Moscow

Arrive in Moscow airport, welcome and assist by our local representative for your transfer to hotel.

 

 

Day 2: Moscow (Breakfast, Lunch)
Russia’s Most Important Monastery

Today, you will embark on a tour to Sergiev Posad, one of the oldest cities of Russia. It is home to the Trinity Lavra of St. Sergius, the most important Russian monastery and is a world famous spiritual centre of the Russian Orthodox Church. The monastery was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1993. The town also claims to be the birthplace of the Russian nesting doll or matryoshka. During the tour, you will see other fascinating Monasteries and Museums.

 

 

Day 3: Moscow (Breakfast, Lunch)
The Symbol of Russia

Start your day with a tour to Moscow Kremlin, the iconic landmark in Russia, a beautiful fortress in the heart of Moscow. It serves as the official residence of the Russian Federation president. Discover the unique monuments of architecture and art of the 15^th to 20^th centuries, which consist of churches and chambers, majestic palaces and ceremonial administrative buildings. Walk along the Kremlin Squares and Streets, see the Tsar Bell and Tsar Cannon, as well as visit the Assumption Cathedral, the oldest church in Kremlin, built of white stone in 1475–1479 in the Italianate-Byzantine style. Moscow Kremlin has been included in the UNESCO World Heritage list in 1990. Next, take a walk down the Stary Arbat, one of the oldest surviving streets in Moscow, famous for its architectural masterpieces and souvenirs. Performances of talented street artists with clowns, singers and dancers give a special charm to this street. You will later go on a fascinating Moscow Metro Tour to explore the most beautiful metro stations in the world. Marvel at the exquisite interiors of these stations and be impressed by the underground palaces of Moscow.

 

 

Day 4: Moscow – St Petersburg (Breakfast)
City Sightseeing & Sapsan Train Experience

Enjoy a morning sightseeing tour of Moscow, where you will be taken through the main streets and squares of the city, including Okhotny Ryad and Manezhnaya Square, Lubyanka Square with KGB Building, Kremlin Embankment with Zaryadye Park and Kremlin, Prechistenskaya Embankment with the Cathedral of Christ the Savior, Arbat Street and more. Enjoy photo stops at Sparrow Hills Observation Platform and St. Basil’s Cathedral. Thereafter, transfer to the train station for your High-speed Sapsan Train to St. Petersburg. Upon arrival, meet and transfer to hotel. Enjoy your free & easy time in St. Petersburg.

 

 

Day 5: St Petersburg (Breakfast)
Discover Famous Attractions of St. Petersburg

Enjoy a morning sightseeing tour of St. Petersburg, where you will be taken through the main streets and squares of the city – Nevsky Prospect, Palace Square, Vasilyevsky Island Spit, Mars Field, Fontanka River Embankment and more. You will visit St. Isaac's Cathedral, one of the largest church buildings in the world, built in honor of the patron saint of Peter I himself – Isaac of Dalmatia. The cathedral was erected by the famous French architect – Auguste Montferrand. During the construction of the cathedral, many technical innovations were applied, which made it possible to create such grandeur and luxury of both facades and interiors. Today Isaakievsky is recognized as one of the outstanding examples of Russian religious buildings with amazing luxurious decoration. In its interiors, you can count over 150 works of monumental painting of the mid-19th century. Stained glass windows, mosaics, sculptures and a spectacular combination of colored stone and gilding create a rich color spectrum that leaves an indelible impression on everyone who has visited this richest Museum at least once. Following next, visit Peter and Paul Fortress, the oldest architectural monument of St. Petersburg. The date of the foundation stone of the fortress, May 16, 1703, is the date of the founding of St. Petersburg. The modern Peter and Paul Fortress houses numerous architectural monuments and museums. The fortress belongs to the historical part of St. Petersburg and together with the complex of monuments located here, they are included in the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites. The silhouette of the Peter and Paul Fortress has become a symbol of the city and occupies a key place in its panorama. Thereafter, enjoy a romantic Boat Cruise along Neva River and marvel at the panoramic view of St. Petersburg embankments and architecture.

 

 

Day 6: St Petersburg (Breakfast, Lunch)
The Amazing Peterhof Palace

This morning, get yourself ready to depart for Peterhof to explore the Grand Palace, Grand Fountain Cascade and Lower Park. Visit the Grand Palace and be amazed with its fascinating and elaborate interiors. This world-famous palace, fountain and park ensemble of Peterhof shines forth as a glittering landmark of Russia's aesthetic culture in the 18th and 19th centuries. Its wonderful parks, 176 fountains of various forms, majestic palaces, numerous gilded statues of ancient gods and heroes, paintings, works of art and culture, make Peterhof a veritable gem of art. It is often called the “Capital of Fountains”, which is unique in the world. The palace-ensemble along with the city center is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site.

 

 

Day 7: Departure from St Petersburg (Breakfast)
St Petersburg Hermitage Tour

In the morning, you will proceed to the Hermitage Museum to see the interiors of the Winter Palace (UNESCO) and arts collection in the main building. The museum is located in five main buildings on the Palace Embankment, interconnected and forming a single museum complex. One of the buildings of the Hermitage is the Winter Palace, which in the past was the main imperial palace, the current building of which was built in 1754-1762. The Hermitage is one of the largest art museums in the world. It began as a personal collection of Empress Catherine II and now the collection numbers over 3.5 million items. Among them are the masterpieces of Leonardo da Vinci, Rembrandt, antique sculpture, Egyptian antiquities, a real mummy and much more. Transfer to railway station or St. Petersburg airport for homebound flight.

 

Day 1: Arrival in Moscow (No Meal)
Welcome to Moscow

Arrive in Moscow airport, welcome and assist by our local representative for your transfer to hotel.

 

 

Day 2: Moscow (Breakfast, Lunch)
Marvel at the Wonders of Moscow

Enjoy a morning sightseeing tour of Moscow, where you will be taken through the main streets and squares of the city, including Okhotny Ryad and Manezhnaya Square, Lubyanka Square with KGB Building, Kremlin Embankment with Zaryadye Park and Kremlin, Prechistenskaya Embankment with the Cathedral of Christ the Savior, Arbat Street and more. Enjoy photo stops at Sparrow Hills Observation Platform and St. Basil’s Cathedral. Following next, you will visit Moscow Kremlin, the iconic landmark in Russia, a beautiful fortress in the heart of Moscow. It serves as the official residence of the Russian Federation president. Discover the unique monuments of architecture and art of the 15^th to 20^th centuries, which consist of churches and chambers, majestic palaces and ceremonial administrative buildings. Walk along the Kremlin Squares and Streets, see the Tsar Bell and Tsar Cannon, as well as visit the Assumption Cathedral, the oldest church in Kremlin, built of white stone in 1475–1479 in the Italianate-Byzantine style. Moscow Kremlin has been included in the UNESCO World Heritage list in 1990. After lunch, take a walk down the Stary Arbat, one of the oldest surviving streets in Moscow, famous for its architectural masterpieces and souvenirs. Performances of talented street artists with clowns, singers and dancers give a special charm to this street. You will later go on a fascinating Moscow Metro Tour to explore the most beautiful metro stations in the world. Marvel at the exquisite interiors of these stations and be impressed by the underground palaces of Moscow. Free at own leisure for the evening.

 

 

Day 3: Moscow – Novgorod the Great (Breakfast, Lunch)
Overnight Train to Veliky Novgorod

Today, you will embark on a tour to Sergiev Posad, one of the oldest cities of Russia. It is home to the Trinity Lavra of St. Sergius, the most important Russian monastery and is a world famous spiritual centre of the Russian Orthodox Church. The monastery was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1993. The town also claims to be the birthplace of the Russian nesting doll or matryoshka. Check out the famous Museums before heading to the train station for your Night Sleeper Train to Novgorod the Great, also known as Veliky Novgorod, one of the oldest cities in Russia. Founded in the 9^th century, its history is inextricably linked to all the key stages of the development of the Russian state. It is not only the birthplace of Russian democratic and republican traditions, but an important spiritual stronghold of orthodox Russia too.

 

 

Day 4: Novgorod the Great (Breakfast)
Explore the Historic City of Veliky Novgorod

Arrive in Veliky Novgorod in the morning, transfer to the hotel for registration and store your luggage at the baggage storage room. After breakfast, start off with a sightseeing tour of Veliky Novgorod. You will be taken through the city centre to see Yaroslavovo Dvorische, Volkhov River Embankment and the Ancient Churches of the city. Then, visit the Novgorod Kremlin, one of the most important attractions in Veliky Novgorod, a masterpiece of medieval architecture, traditionally known as the Detinets. It is home to the Chamber of the Facets, which dates back to 1433, as well as the oldest bell tower and clock tower in Russia. You will also visit the famous Cathedral of St. Sophia (the Wisdom of God), constructed between 1045 and 1050, the oldest church in Russia. The Russian National Relic, the 12^th-century miraculous icon “The Mother of God of the Sign”, is kept here. In the evening, enjoy your free & easy time in Veliky Novgorod.

 

 

Day 5: Novgorod the Great – St Petersburg (Breakfast)
City Sightseeing Tour of St. Petersburg

Bid farewell to Veliky Novgorod and make your way to St. Petersburg. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel for check-in. Later in the afternoon, enjoy a sightseeing tour of St. Petersburg, where you will be taken through the main streets and squares of the city – Nevsky Prospect, Palace Square, Vasilyevsky Island Spit, Mars Field, Fontanka River Embankment and more. Enjoy photo stops at St. Isaac's Cathedral, Peter and Paul Fortress.

 

 

Day 6: St Petersburg (Breakfast, Lunch)
Discover Famous Attractions of St. Petersburg

Start your day with a tour to the Hermitage Museum to see the interiors of the Winter Palace (UNESCO) and arts collection in the main building. The museum is located in five main buildings on the Palace Embankment, interconnected and forming a single museum complex. One of the buildings of the Hermitage is the Winter Palace, which in the past was the main imperial palace, the current building of which was built in 1754-1762. The Hermitage is one of the largest art museums in the world. It began as a personal collection of Empress Catherine II and now the collection numbers over 3.5 million items. Among them are the masterpieces of Leonardo da Vinci, Rembrandt, antique sculpture, Egyptian antiquities, a real mummy and much more. Following next, visit Peter and Paul Fortress, the oldest architectural monument of St. Petersburg. The date of the foundation stone of the fortress, May 16, 1703, is the date of the founding of St. Petersburg. The modern Peter and Paul Fortress houses numerous architectural monuments and museums. The fortress belongs to the historical part of St. Petersburg and together with the complex of monuments located here, they are included in the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites. The silhouette of the Peter and Paul Fortress has become a symbol of the city and occupies a key place in its panorama. Thereafter, enjoy a romantic Boat Cruise along Neva River and marvel at the panoramic view of St. Petersburg embankments and architecture.

 

 

Day 7: St Petersburg (Breakfast, Lunch)
The Amazing Peterhof Palace

This morning, get yourself ready to depart for Peterhof to explore the Grand Palace, Grand Fountain Cascade and Lower Park. Visit the Grand Palace and be amazed with its fascinating and elaborate interiors. This world-famous palace, fountain and park ensemble of Peterhof shines forth as a glittering landmark of Russia's aesthetic culture in the 18th and 19th centuries. Its wonderful parks, 176 fountains of various forms, majestic palaces, numerous gilded statues of ancient gods and heroes, paintings, works of art and culture, make Peterhof a veritable gem of art. It is often called the “Capital of Fountains”, which is unique in the world. The palace-ensemble along with the city center is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site.

 

 

Day 8: Departure from St Petersburg (Breakfast)
Free & Easy

Free at own leisure till departure transfer to St. Petersburg airport for homebound flight.