Wonders of St Petersburg and Moscow Summer 2019

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A rail adventure combining art and antiquities with such attractions as the Hermitage Museum, Red Square and the Kremlin. Gain insights into Russia's transformation over the centuries.

Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • CITY TOUR in St. Petersburg and Moscow
    • VISIT the Hermitage Museum for a sightseeing tour, the Peter and Paul Fortress and St. Basil's Cathedral in Moscow
    • VIEW the Tsar's Winter Palace, Nevsky Prospekt, St. Isaac's Cathedral and the statue of Peter the Great in St. Petersburg, Red Square and the Walls of the Kremlin in Moscow
    • SMALL GROUP SIGHTSEEING enjoy a guided tour of St. Petersburg's Hermitage Museum with a group size of no more than 25 guests

What's this trip about?

    A rail adventure combining art and antiquities with such attractions as the Hermitage Museum, Red Square and the Kremlin. Gain insights into Russia's transformation over the centuries.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeOperator does not provide
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CitySt Petersburg
End CityMoscow

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural
  • Education / Learning

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Russia

Attractions

  • Hermitage Museum
  • Moscow
  • St. Petersburg

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing

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Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive St. Petersburg (3 Nights)

Tread in the footsteps of tsars and tsarinas, of artists, poets and musicians, whose great gifts to the romantic city of St. Petersburg you will have an opportunity to see during an orientation drive through Russia's Imperial City after meeting your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception and light dinner.

Day 2: St. Petersburg Sightseeing and Hermitage Museum visit

Explore opulent royal history and the might of imperial Russia on a sightseeing tour with a Local Specialist. View the magnificent Tsar's Winter Palace, Nevsky Prospekt, St. Isaac's Cathedral and the statue of Peter the Great, whose inspired vision for this Baltic set...

Day 3: St. Petersburg At Leisure

The narrow lanes and grand boulevards of St. Petersburg are ours to explore today. Admire the ornate domes and colourful mosaics of the Church of the Saviour on Spilled Blood and the gold-plated dome of St. Isaac's Cathedral. Perhaps consider joining an Optional Exper...

Day 4: St. Petersburg – High-Speed Train – Moscow (3 Nights)

After a hearty breakfast, enjoy some time at leisure before boarding a train to the Russian capital. En route, contemplate the tumultuous and captivating history of an ancient city that oozes grandeur, and the indomitable spirit of the Russian nation which saw it send...

Day 5: Moscow Sightseeing and At Leisure

The imposing Red Square - the site of grand celebrations and beautiful architecture - takes centre stage this morning during a guided sightseeing tour with a Local Specialist. Visit inside St. Basil's Cathedral and see the Kremlin Walls and towers before spending some...

Day 6: Moscow At Leisure

Kick-start your morning immersing yourself in the kofe culture of Moscow, before taking to its streets to learn about its triumphs and defeats. Consider visiting one of the city's fascinating museums, explore the city's extraordinary literary and artistic heritage or ...

Day 7: Depart Moscow

We close the door on our epic At Leisure holiday in two iconic Russian cities and say farewell to newfound friends. Airport transfers are available. Conditions apply.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,250
Price per day$321
Last Updated: 8/30/2019

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Bartosz

Oct 2017

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Wonders of St Petersburg and Moscow

... there are "other " travel companies ' out there" with simil...

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Heather

Oct 2017

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Wonders of St Petersburg and Moscow

All the top attractions were covered with no waiting in queues, Plenty of free time also for us to explore, we visited the Faberge Museum in St Petersburg and the S...

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Kenneth

Oct 2017

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Wonders of St Petersburg and Moscow

The itinerary was a bit tight. For instance, more time in Moscow would have been good. The tour to the monastery could be eliminated especially since we saw numerous...

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Paul

Oct 2017

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Wonders of St Petersburg and Moscow

Some of the most prestigious activities (Hermitage museum tour) were rushed and a few of the optional tours were overpriced and underwhelming (Heart of Russia/Monast...

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Richel

Oct 2017

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Wonders of St Petersburg and Moscow

The hotels were great as was the tours and optional experien...

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At Trafalgar, we passionately believe in the power of travel to broaden the mind and build bridges between people. By sharing with you the hidden places not mentioned in guidebooks, the local people you wouldn’t otherwise meet, and the traditions you may not have experienced by yourself, we ensure that you get the ‘insider’ view, an authentic and enhanced experience you simply could not have had on your own.

It is this dedication to taking our guests beyond the obvious sights that has helped us grow over the past 65 years into one of the most trusted and successful international guided vacation/holiday companies in the world. From Europe to the United States, South America to South Africa, and with the recent addition of Asia, we pride ourselves on uncovering the hidden gems, cultural highlights and not-to-be-missed attractions of the places you visit. We’ll help you delve deep into the heart of each city and capture the true essence of each new destination.

We are committed to establishing lasting relationships with our guests by exceeding their expectations the first time and every time, through consistently outstanding quality of service, experience and value.

We're proud to be the most globally awarded guided travel company. Every year, we win some of the most prestigious travel accolades around the world – from the Travel Globes to the Agents' Choice Awards. We've collected 46 major travel awards over the last five years alone, as well as the Gold Trusted Merchant Award from independent reviews provider Feefo.

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As the world’s most awarded and loved travel company, Trafalgar unlocks the best of the world for every traveller. From the iconic sites to breaking bread with locals at private Be My Guest experiences, guests can be assured of a dream holiday without the stress of 'what ifs'. Committed to Make Travel Matter, Trafalgar aims to make a positive impact on locals, communities and wildlife visited, and the planet we call home. With tried and tested tours, created by local travel experts in destination and enjoyed by more than 5million happy guests, Trafalgar’s proud to be recognised by its Feefo Platinum Trusted Service Award.

Trafalgar is part of the family-owned and run The Travel Corporation (TTC), driven by service for over one hundred years.

 

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Meals Included
  • 6 hot buffet breakfasts
  • 2 dinners (including Be My Guest)
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Additional Information
Audio Headsets for flexible sightseeing Daily breakfast and an average of 50% of evening meals Luxury air-conditioned coach with WiFi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys) Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted Hand-picked Trip Highlights Optional Experiences and free time All porterage and restaurant gratuities Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras An expert Travel Director and a professional Driver All hotel tips, charges and local taxes VIP entry to many sights
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