Imperial Russia & Golden Ring
Imperial Russia & Golden Ring — 9-Day Tour
Nine days through the history of Russia — from the Kremlin and grand avenues of Moscow to the ancient towns of Vladimir and Suzdal and the magnificent imperial palaces of St. Petersburg.
This journey combines Russia's two great capitals with the Golden Ring, revealing a completely different side of the country: medieval churches, ancient monasteries, traditional Russian architecture, historic towns and centuries of cultural heritage.
The program continues in St. Petersburg with the Hermitage Museum, Peterhof and Tsarskoye Selo — creating a journey from medieval Russia to the age of the Russian Empire.
International air tickets are purchased independently by the guests. Our representative meets the group at Moscow airport and arranges the transfer to the hotel. From this moment, transportation inside Russia according to the itinerary is included in the program.
MOSCOW
Kremlin · Red Square · Moscow Metro · Old Arbat · Moscow River
Stay: Grada Boutique Hotel 4★ or similar
Welcome to Russia. Upon arrival at Moscow airport, our representative will meet the group and arrange a comfortable transfer to the hotel.
After check-in and time to rest, begin discovering the atmosphere of the Russian capital with an evening walk through central Moscow.
Depending on arrival time, the walk may include Red Square, Nikolskaya Street, GUM and the illuminated historic centre.
- Airport meeting
- Transfer to the hotel
- 4-star hotel accommodation
- Evening walking tour
- Dinner
- Tour leader / coordinator service
Explore the historic heart of the Russian capital, where centuries of Russian history are concentrated within a remarkably small area.
Walk across Red Square and see St. Basil's Cathedral, GUM, the Kremlin walls and Alexander Garden before entering the Moscow Kremlin.
Inside the Kremlin, discover Cathedral Square and the historic churches associated with Russian rulers, coronations and state ceremonies.
Later, experience several of the most beautiful stations of the Moscow Metro before continuing to Old Arbat, one of Moscow's best-known historic pedestrian streets.
- Breakfast
- Red Square
- Moscow Kremlin
- Cathedral Square
- Moscow Metro sightseeing
- Old Arbat
- Dinner
Discover the scale of Moscow on a panoramic sightseeing program featuring Sparrow Hills, Moscow State University, the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour, central avenues and views of the modern Moscow City skyline.
During the navigation season, the program includes a sightseeing cruise along the Moscow River with views of the city's historic embankments, bridges and landmarks.
During winter, the river cruise is replaced by an extended panoramic sightseeing tour by comfortable coach.
The group leaves Moscow by private coach and travels east towards the historic Golden Ring. Transportation between Moscow, Vladimir and Suzdal is included in the tour price.
GOLDEN RING
Vladimir · Suzdal · Ancient Russia · Orthodox Heritage
Travel from modern Moscow into one of the oldest regions of European Russia.
Vladimir was once one of the most important political and religious centres of medieval Rus and today preserves remarkable monuments of ancient Russian architecture.
Discover the historic centre, the famous Golden Gate and the magnificent white-stone cathedrals that recall the period when Vladimir was one of the most powerful cities in the country.
- Breakfast
- Moscow → Vladimir private coach
- Historic centre of Vladimir
- Golden Gate
- Cathedral architecture
- Vladimir → Suzdal transfer
- Dinner
Wake up in Suzdal, one of the most atmospheric historic towns in Russia and a highlight of the Golden Ring.
Unlike Moscow and St. Petersburg, Suzdal preserves the scale and character of traditional old Russia, with monasteries, churches, wooden houses and open landscapes along the Kamenka River.
Explore the Suzdal Kremlin, historic monasteries and traditional architecture while learning about everyday life, religion and culture in ancient Russia.
After the excursion, the group continues towards Vladimir railway station for the journey to St. Petersburg.
- Breakfast
- Suzdal Kremlin
- Historic monasteries and churches
- Traditional Russian architecture
- Guided cultural program
- Transfer to railway station
Transfer from Suzdal to the railway station and train tickets to St. Petersburg are included in the tour price. The exact rail connection is selected according to the confirmed travel date and timetable. An alternative connection via Moscow may be used when it provides a more convenient schedule.
ST. PETERSBURG & IMPERIAL SUBURBS
Hermitage · Winter Palace · Peterhof · Tsarskoye Selo
Stay: Moscow Hotel 4★ or similar
Discover the former imperial capital of Russia and its magnificent historic centre.
The sightseeing route introduces 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, discover St. Petersburg from the water on a sightseeing cruise through its rivers and canals.
During winter, the boat excursion is replaced by an extended panoramic sightseeing tour by comfortable coach.
Visit the State Hermitage Museum, one of the world's great museums, located in the magnificent former Winter Palace of the Russian emperors.
Walk through ceremonial halls and imperial interiors while discovering masterpieces from one of the world's most important art collections.
- Breakfast
- State Hermitage Museum
- Winter Palace
- Palace Square
- Professional guide
- Dinner
Travel to Peterhof, the spectacular imperial residence overlooking the Gulf of Finland.
Often called the Russian Versailles, Peterhof is famous for its grand palaces, landscaped gardens, fountains and the spectacular Grand Cascade.
During the summer season the program focuses on the famous fountain parks. During winter, the program is adapted to include the palace complex and available imperial interiors.
- Breakfast
- Transfer to Peterhof
- Imperial palace and park complex
- Fountain Park during operating season
- Return to St. Petersburg
- Dinner
The final chapter of the journey takes you to Tsarskoye Selo, the magnificent former summer residence of the Russian imperial family.
Visit Catherine Palace, famous for its brilliant Baroque architecture, lavish ceremonial interiors and the legendary Amber Room.
After the excursion, the group is transferred to Pulkovo Airport according to the confirmed international flight schedule.
- Breakfast
- Tsarskoye Selo
- Catherine Palace
- Amber Room
- Transfer to Pulkovo Airport
Transfer to Pulkovo Airport is included. International air tickets from Russia are purchased independently by the guests.
TOUR PRICE
From $1,200 per person
Based on a group of 20 guests.
The tour price includes accommodation, transportation inside Russia according to the itinerary, intercity train tickets, private group 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.
Final price may vary depending on travel dates, 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.
ACCOMMODATION
The tour includes comfortable hotel accommodation throughout the journey. Exact hotels are confirmed according to travel dates, season, group size and availability. If a listed hotel is unavailable, accommodation of a similar standard will be provided.
Located in the heart of Moscow on Kuznetsky Most, the hotel provides convenient access to the historic centre, restaurants, theatres and major attractions.
Accommodation in Suzdal is selected to provide convenient access to the historic centre and the main Golden Ring attractions. The exact hotel is confirmed according to group size and availability.
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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. Its location and large room inventory make it particularly convenient for group accommodation.
Important Information
International flights to Russia and from Russia are purchased independently by the guests and are not included in the tour price.
Transportation inside Russia specified in the itinerary, including airport transfers, private group transportation between Moscow, Vladimir and Suzdal, and the rail journey to St. Petersburg, is included in the tour price.
The exact railway connection between the Golden Ring and St. Petersburg is selected according to the confirmed travel date and timetable. A connection via Moscow may be used when it provides a more convenient schedule.
Moscow and St. Petersburg boat excursions operate during the navigation season and are replaced by sightseeing bus programs during winter.
Peterhof fountains operate seasonally. During winter, the program is adapted according to the opening schedule of the palace complex.
Museum visits and entrance times depend on availability and official museum schedules.
Hotels are confirmed according to travel dates, group size, season and availability. If a listed hotel is unavailable, a similar hotel will be provided.
The final itinerary, hotels, transportation and excursion schedule are confirmed before arrival.
Tour Price
From $1,200 per person
Based on a group of 20 guests.
The tour price includes accommodation, transportation inside Russia according to the itinerary, private group transfers, intercity train tickets, 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. Final price may vary depending on travel dates, hotel availability, transportation costs and group size.
International air tickets to Russia and from Russia are not included and are purchased independently by the guests.
- International flights to Russia and from Russia are purchased independently by the guests.
- Transportation inside Russia specified in the itinerary is included in the tour price.
- Private group transportation between Moscow, Vladimir and Suzdal is included.
- The rail journey from the Golden Ring to St. Petersburg is included. The exact connection is selected according to the confirmed travel date and railway timetable.
- The exact itinerary may change depending on museum schedules, weather, traffic 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.
- Peterhof fountains operate seasonally. The program is adapted during the winter season.
- Museum visits and entrance times depend on availability and official museum schedules.
- Hotels are confirmed according to travel dates, season, group size and availability. If a listed hotel is unavailable, a similar hotel will be provided.
- The final itinerary, hotels, transportation and excursion schedule are confirmed before arrival.
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