Overview
Spend an amazing vacation in Russia full of unforgettable memories … we have designed an ideal tour to give you an extra ordinary experience of a lifetime !
At Moscow visit the UNESCO listed world heritage site – Kremlin, Underground bunker, All the main attractions at St. Petersburg including Spill Blood Church, Pushkin & River Cruise among other places of this amazing destination during your week-long vacation.
Highlights
- Explore Moscow – Russia’s Heart and Soul
- Visit the Kremlin & Red Square
- High-Speed Sapsan Train Experience
- Discover St. Petersburg – The City of White Nights
- Canal Cruise in St. Petersburg
- Amber Room – The Eighth Wonder of the World
Itinerary
Arrival Moscow. Meet & Greet by our representative. Transfer to hotel
A great city, the capital of Russia, Moscow was found in 1147 by Prince Yuri Dolgoruky. It grew from a small town on the banks of the calm Moskva River into a giant city with a population of more than 9 million and a territory of more than 900 sq kms.
For the period of more than 850 years of its existence Moscow never lost its place for the Russian people as the country’s heart and soul. It is the seat of the Russian parliament, and home to Russia’s most renowned theatres and film studios. It is the country’s most important hub: all the great rail lines radiate from it, and almost all flights to the former Soviet republics still go through Moscow airports.
Rest of the day at leisure to relax & explore the surroundings
Overnight at Moscow
Today we take you on a City Tour of Moscow covering : St. Sofia’s Embankment, photo stop with a splendid panoramic view of the Kremlin, The Cathedral of Christ the Saviour, New Maiden Convent, Moscow State University campus a panorama platform on Vorobiovy (Sparrow) Hills, The White House of the Russian Federation, Moscow’s boulevards & Theatre square, the world famous Bolshoi (no entry), Walking Tour at Arbat Street
Overnight at Moscow
Total visit to Kremlin (territory + cathedrals) following by metro tour
Free time for lunch
Later visit underground secret bunker (museum of Cold War)
Overnight at Moscow
Today morning check Out from Hotel and Transfer to Moscow Railway Station
Take bullet train “Sapsan” for travel from Moscow to St Petersburg / 2nd class (seating)
On arrival at St Petersburg transfer form railway station to hotel
St. Petersburg is one of the greatest and most beautiful cities in the world, the historical and cultural importance of which is as big as that of Paris, London or Rome.
On the 27th of May 1703 the Tsar Peter the Great found a fortress and a city next to it, which was named after Saint Apostle Peter. And it took this new city only 10 years to grow into a glamorous capital of Russia — St. Petersburg.
St. Petersburg is the northern capital of Russia. It is the city of white nights, grandiose palaces, impressive cathedrals, wide streets, shady parks, numerous rivers and canals, the city of traditional hospitality and benevolence, the city with the open heart.
Rest of the day at leisure to relax & explore the surroundings
Overnight at St. Petersburg
Today visit Peter & Paul’s fortress, St Isaac’s Cathedral, Spilled Blood Church & The Hermitage museum
Overnight at St. Petersburg
Total visit to Pushkin
Pushkin – The most picturesque suburbs of St. Petersburg, the town of Pushkin named after a famous Russian poet, also know as Tsarskoye Selo. The Catherine Park, an inseparable part of the ensemble and a very poetic place, is a magnificent work of creative labor of several generations of talented Russian architects, prominent sculptors, gardeners, and engineers, thousands of craftsmen and working people of various specializations.
Catherine Palace is the center of the composition of the park and the main landmark of Pushkin. During the palace excursion you will get to know about the mysterious history the Amber Room and see its splendid interiors, designed by eminent architects and recently restored. You will enjoy the result of restoration works performed by skilled masters, who needed all their professionalism to recreate the eighth wonder of the world.
The collection of the palace includes a large number of precious works of art, such as furniture, porcelain, statues, canvases, etc., including personal belongings of Russian emperors and members of their families.
Later cruise along the rivers and canals
Overnight at St. Petersburg
Today check out from Hotel and transfer to Airport as per return flight journey
Cost
The Cost Includes
- 03 night stay at Moscow
- – 03 night stay at St. Petersburg
- – Breakfast at the hotels
- – All tours and transfers as per itinerary
- – English speaking guide for all tours & transfers as per itinerary
- – All tours with entrance tickets (Moscow metro, Kremlin territory & cathedrals, Hermitage museum)
- – Visa support (scan)
- – Hotels registration fees
The Cost Excludes
- Airfare
- Visa processing
- Lunch/dinner
- Porterage, personal expenses
- Tips, drinks, etc.
- Optional tours
- Anything not mentioned under Inclusions
FAQs
The best time is from May to September when the weather is pleasant for sightseeing. December to February is also popular for those who wish to experience Russia’s snowy winter charm.
The Russian Delight tour covers the highlights of Moscow and St. Petersburg, connected by the high-speed Sapsan bullet train.
Accommodation is in handpicked 3- or 4-star hotels in central locations, ensuring comfort and easy access to major attractions. Upgrades to luxury hotels are available upon request.
Daily breakfasts are included, along with select lunches and dinners as per the itinerary. Free time is also provided for you to try authentic Russian cuisine.
Yes, the itinerary is designed to be comfortable for all ages. Some walking is required at sites like the Kremlin and Hermitage, but private transport and breaks are arranged.
Tour Map
Notes on Hotel Reservations & Tour Bookings
- Indicated tour rates will depend on dates of travel, number of travelers and local conditions at each country
- All rates rates are as per current availability / Subject to change at the time of booking
- Rates are not applicable for Event and Exhibition dates
- Goods & Service Taxes apply as extra
- At most hotels : Check in time is 1400 hrs. / Check out time is 1200 hrs.
- While we make recommendations for hotels all around the world, we do not stand guarantee and are not responsible for the services or the hardware provided by the hotel/s suggested by us. We strongly urge you to do your own research and make an informed choice
- All requests like early check in, smoking / non-smoking rooms, views, floors, king / twin beds, adjoining and/or interconnecting rooms, etc are strictly subject to availability upon arrival and at hotel’s discretion. These cannot be guaranteed prior.
- Any amendment in reservations / itinerary before reconfirmation will attract a charge
- Once the reservation has been reconfirmed and if the booking is cancelled or amended, retention will be applicable.
- All Indian nationals need to present a valid photo ID at the time of check in. This is a mandatory requirement.
- All Foreign nationals need to present a valid passport with VISA at the time of check in. This is a mandatory requirement.
- We cannot be held accountable for any delay or disruption due to infra-structure development or lack of it, traffic held up due to accident or whatsoever reason, natural calamity, political instability, delay in flights, etc.
Notes on itinerary
All our itineraries are “Just for Ideas” … We will get to know you and customize an itinerary just for you that matches your requirements … dates of travel, category of hotels, preferred airline, flexibility in choosing sightseeing, mode of travel between cities, etc.
Many of our clients have us design more relaxing, slower paced holidays with more in-depth experiences whereas some simply want to visit various destinations and cover only the highlights.
Together, we will determine the ideal price, dates, route, pace, accommodations, levels of pampering, style of touring, sightseeing to be included, dining preferences, adventure levels, options to meet locals & much more !
