Russia Classic - 7-Day Tour: Moscow & St. Petersburg
Russia Classic — 7-Day Tour: Moscow & St. Petersburg
Seven unforgettable days through Russia's two great capitals — from the Kremlin, Red Square and grand avenues of Moscow to the imperial palaces, museums, rivers and canals of St. Petersburg.
The journey combines Russia's most famous landmarks with imperial residences, world-class museums, historic neighbourhoods and panoramic city sightseeing.
Accommodation in comfortable 4-star hotels, transportation inside Russia according to the itinerary, Sapsan high-speed train tickets, transfers, guides, excursions and entrance tickets according to the program are included.
International flights to Russia and from Russia are purchased separately by the guests.
International air tickets are purchased independently by the guests. Our representative meets the group at Moscow airport. From this moment, all transportation inside Russia according to the tour itinerary is arranged as part of the program.
MOSCOW
Kremlin · Red Square · Old Arbat · Zaryadye Park · Moscow River
Stay: Grada Boutique Hotel 4★ or similar
Welcome to Moscow. Upon arrival at the airport, our representative will meet the group and arrange a comfortable transfer to the hotel.
After check-in and time to rest after the flight, the journey begins with dinner and a relaxed introduction to central Moscow.
An evening walk reveals the atmosphere of the Russian capital: illuminated historic streets, grand architecture and the lively centre of one of Europe's largest cities.
Depending on arrival time, the walk may include Red Square, Nikolskaya Street, GUM and the surroundings of Zaryadye Park.
- Airport meeting
- Private group transfer to the hotel
- 4-star hotel accommodation
- Dinner
- Evening walking tour
- Tour leader / coordinator service
The day is dedicated to the historic heart of Moscow and the landmarks that have represented Russia for centuries.
You will explore Red Square and see St. Basil's Cathedral, GUM, the Kremlin walls and Alexander Garden before entering the Moscow Kremlin.
Inside the Kremlin, the program introduces the ancient Cathedral Square and the architectural heritage of the Russian state.
The journey continues underground with some of the most beautiful stations of the Moscow Metro, famous for marble halls, mosaics, sculptures and monumental Soviet design.
Later, enjoy a walk along Old Arbat — one of Moscow's best-known historic pedestrian streets, filled with cafés, architecture, artists and souvenir shops.
- Breakfast
- Red Square
- St. Basil's Cathedral exterior
- Alexander Garden
- Moscow Kremlin
- Kremlin Cathedral Square
- Moscow Metro sightseeing
- Old Arbat
- Dinner
- Professional guide
- Tour leader / coordinator service
Today you will discover the scale and diversity of modern Moscow, where imperial landmarks, Soviet monumental architecture and contemporary skyscrapers form one of Europe's most dynamic cityscapes.
The panoramic route includes Sparrow Hills, Moscow State University, the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour, central avenues and views of the Moscow City business district.
During the navigation season, the city sightseeing program continues with a cruise along the Moscow River.
From the water you will see historic embankments, bridges and famous landmarks of central Moscow from a completely different perspective.
- Breakfast
- Panoramic Moscow sightseeing
- Sparrow Hills
- Moscow State University
- Moscow River sightseeing cruise
- Dinner
During the winter season, the river cruise is replaced by an extended panoramic sightseeing tour by comfortable coach.
The route covers Moscow's main avenues, historic districts, major monuments and panoramic viewpoints while allowing guests to explore the winter capital in comfort.
- Breakfast
- Panoramic sightseeing bus tour
- Sparrow Hills
- Moscow State University
- Main Moscow landmarks and viewpoints
- Dinner
After breakfast, the group is transferred to Leningradsky Railway Station and travels to St. Petersburg by Sapsan high-speed train. Transfer to the station, Sapsan tickets and the meeting and transfer on arrival in St. Petersburg are included in the tour program.
ST. PETERSBURG & IMPERIAL SUBURBS
Historic Centre · Hermitage · Peterhof · Tsarskoye Selo
Stay: Moscow Hotel 4★ or similar
Upon arrival at Moskovsky Railway Station, the group will be met and transferred to the hotel.
After check-in, begin exploring the former imperial capital of Russia, founded by Peter the Great on the banks of the Neva River.
The route introduces the magnificent historic centre: Nevsky Prospekt, Palace Square, St. Isaac's Cathedral, Kazan Cathedral, the Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood, the Neva embankments and the Spit of Vasilievsky Island.
During the navigation season, the city tour continues aboard a sightseeing boat through the rivers and canals of St. Petersburg.
Palaces, bridges, granite embankments and elegant architecture reveal why St. Petersburg is often called the Venice of the North.
Depending on the season and schedule, the evening program may also include the famous opening bridges over the Neva River.
- Railway station meeting
- Hotel transfer
- Panoramic city sightseeing
- Rivers and canals sightseeing cruise
- Dinner
During the winter season, the boat excursion is replaced by an extended panoramic sightseeing tour by comfortable coach.
The program covers the city's main avenues, squares, cathedrals, bridges and historic embankments.
- Railway station meeting
- Hotel transfer
- Panoramic sightseeing bus tour
- Main landmarks of St. Petersburg
- Dinner
The day is dedicated to the imperial history and artistic heritage of St. Petersburg.
The centrepiece of the program is a guided visit to the State Hermitage Museum, housed in the former Winter Palace of the Russian emperors.
Walk through magnificent ceremonial halls and imperial interiors while discovering masterpieces of European and Russian art from one of the world's greatest museum collections.
After the museum, continue through Palace Square and the historic centre, with time to experience the atmosphere of imperial St. Petersburg.
- Breakfast
- State Hermitage Museum
- Winter Palace
- Palace Square
- Historic city centre
- Entrance tickets according to the program
- Professional guide
- Dinner
Travel outside St. Petersburg to Peterhof, the magnificent imperial residence created on the shore of the Gulf of Finland.
Often called the Russian Versailles, Peterhof is famous for its palaces, formal gardens and spectacular system of fountains.
During the fountain season, explore the Lower Park, Grand Cascade and the famous fountains overlooking the Gulf of Finland.
Depending on the confirmed program and navigation schedule, the return journey to central St. Petersburg may be arranged by high-speed hydrofoil.
- Breakfast
- Transfer to Peterhof
- Lower Park
- Grand Cascade
- Fountain complex
- Dinner
During the winter season, when the fountains are not operating, the program focuses on the palace complex, imperial history and interiors of Peterhof.
- Breakfast
- Transfer to Peterhof
- Peterhof Grand Palace
- Imperial interiors
- Return to St. Petersburg
- Dinner
The final day introduces another masterpiece of imperial Russia — Tsarskoye Selo, the former summer residence of the imperial family in the town of Pushkin.
Visit the magnificent Catherine Palace, one of the finest examples of Russian Baroque architecture.
The highlight is the legendary Amber Room, reconstructed in extraordinary detail and known throughout the world as one of the treasures of the imperial residence.
After the excursion, the group is transferred according to the international flight schedule. If departure is later in the day, additional free time in St. Petersburg may be available.
- Breakfast
- Transfer to Tsarskoye Selo
- Catherine Palace
- Amber Room
- Professional guide
- Transfer to Pulkovo Airport according to flight time
Transfer to Pulkovo Airport is included and arranged according to the confirmed flight schedule. International air tickets from Russia are purchased independently by the guests.
ACCOMMODATION
The tour includes accommodation in comfortable 4-star hotels in Moscow and St. Petersburg. We select hotels with convenient locations and easy access to the main attractions included in the program.
The hotels listed below are our preferred options for this tour. Exact hotels are confirmed according to travel dates, season, group size and availability. If a listed hotel is unavailable, accommodation of a similar 4-star standard and location will be provided.
Grada Boutique Hotel is located in the heart of Moscow on Kuznetsky Most, within walking distance of many central streets, restaurants, theatres and historic landmarks.
Its central location makes it an excellent base for exploring Moscow. The hotel offers comfortable modern rooms with Wi-Fi, air conditioning and private bathrooms.
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Moscow Hotel is located at the end of Nevsky Prospekt, opposite the Alexander Nevsky Lavra and close to the Neva River.
The metro station is located directly in the hotel building, providing convenient access to the historic centre. The hotel offers a large selection of comfortable rooms, restaurants, bars and breakfast facilities and is particularly convenient for group accommodation.
TOUR PRICE
From $1,500 per person
Based on a group of 20 guests.
The tour price includes accommodation in comfortable 4-star hotels, transportation inside Russia according to the itinerary, Sapsan high-speed train tickets, airport and railway station transfers, guided excursions and entrance tickets according to the program.
Exact hotels depend on travel dates, season, group size and availability and are confirmed at the time of booking. If a listed hotel is unavailable, a similar 4-star hotel will be provided.
Final price may vary depending on travel dates, season, hotel availability, transportation costs and group size.
International air tickets to Russia and from Russia are not included and are paid separately by the guests.
Important Information
All air tickets are purchased independently by the guests.
The exact itinerary may change depending on museum schedules, weather and transport conditions.
Moscow and St. Petersburg boat excursions operate during the navigation season and are replaced by sightseeing bus programs during the winter season.
St. Petersburg bridge openings depend on the navigation schedule.
Peterhof fountains operate seasonally.
The Teriberka excursion depends on Arctic weather and road conditions.
Northern Lights depend on weather and natural conditions and cannot be guaranteed.
Hotels are confirmed according to availability at the time of booking.
The final schedule is confirmed before arrival.
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