Russia Tour Package (5 Nights, 6 Days)
From PP/(On Twin Sharing)
About This Tour
This comprehensive 6-day Russia tour covers the cultural and historical richness of Moscow and St. Petersburg, plus an exciting excursion to Pushkin. Experience architectural marvels, legendary museums, and royal palaces. The trip is designed for comfortable travel, with private transfers, guided tours, and flexible dining options. Optional cultural performances at the Bolshoi and Mariinsky Theatres offer an extra layer of experience for those interested.
Trip Highlights
- Explore Moscow & St. Petersburg, Russia’s two cultural capitals
- Visit Red Square, St. Basil’s Cathedral & Kremlin Complex
- Discover world-class art at the Hermitage Museum
- Tour the Peter & Paul Fortress & Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood
- Experience the Moscow Metro Tour & St. Petersburg Canal Cruise
- Full-day excursion to Catherine Palace & Amber Room in Pushkin
- Ride the Sapsan High-Speed Train from Moscow to
St. Petersburg
Itinerary
Upon arrival at Moscow International Airport (Sheremetyevo or Domodedovo), you will be welcomed by a local representative and transferred to your hotel located in the city center of Moscow. After check-in, enjoy leisure time to relax or explore the nearby area on your own. Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Moscow.
Following breakfast at the hotel, embark on a full-day sightseeing tour of Moscow. Visit the iconic Red Square and the magnificent St. Basil’s Cathedral. Explore the Kremlin Complex, including the Armory Chamber, Assumption Cathedral, and Archangel Cathedral. Continue to Lenin’s Mausoleum and enjoy a peaceful walk in the Alexander Garden. Experience the grandeur and history of the Moscow Metro through a guided tour of some of its most ornate stations. An optional evening performance at the Bolshoi Theatre can be included if pre-booked. Overnight stay in Moscow.
After breakfast, board the Sapsan High-Speed Train for a scenic 4-hour journey to St. Petersburg. Upon arrival, check in at your hotel located in St. Petersburg city center. Spend the afternoon walking along the historic Nevsky Prospect and visit the impressive Kazan Cathedral. enjoy a scenic canal cruise to experience St. Petersburg’s unique architecture from the waterways. Overnight stay in St. Petersburg.
Post-breakfast, explore the cultural and historic landmarks of St. Petersburg. Visit the Hermitage Museum (Winter Palace), which houses one of the largest art collections in the world. Proceed to the Peter and Paul Fortress & Cathedral, and the spectacular Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood, known for its intricate mosaics. An optional evening performance at Mariinsky Theatre is available if pre-booked. Overnight stay in St. Petersburg.
After breakfast, proceed for a full-day excursion to Pushkin (Tsarskoye Selo), where you will visit the famous Catherine Palace, including the Amber Room, and stroll through its beautiful gardens. Optionally, visit Pavlovsk Palace and Gardens. Return to St. Petersburg in the evening, Enjoy leisure time in the evening. Overnight stay in St. Petersburg.
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to Moscow Airport for your onward flight.
Inclusion
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5 nights accommodation in 4-star hotels in Moscow and St. Petersburg
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Daily breakfast at the hotel
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Private airport transfers in Moscow and St. Petersburg
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Sapsan High-Speed Train: Moscow → St. Petersburg
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Private air-conditioned vehicle for sightseeing as per itinerary
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Entrance fees for:
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Red Square & St. Basil’s Cathedral
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Kremlin Complex (Armory Chamber, Assumption Cathedral, Archangel Cathedral)
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Lenin’s Mausoleum and Alexander Garden
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Moscow Metro Tour
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Nevsky Prospect and Kazan Cathedral
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Hermitage Museum (Winter Palace)
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Peter and Paul Fortress & Cathedral
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Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood
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Pushkin (Tsarskoye Selo) – Catherine Palace (Amber Room) and Gardens
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Optional: Pavlovsk Palace & Gardens
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Evening Canal Cruise in St. Petersburg
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Exclusions
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International airfare (flights to/from Russia)
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Russian tourist visa fees
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Personal expenses (shopping, tips, phone bills, laundry, etc.)
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Optional performances at Bolshoi Theatre (Moscow) and Mariinsky Theatre (St. Petersburg)
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Travel insurance
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Meals other than the included breakfasts
Package Highlights
Explore the major highlights of Moscow and St. Petersburg.
Visit Red Square, Kremlin Complex, Hermitage Museum, and Peter & Paul Fortress.
Experience Moscow Metro Tour and St. Petersburg Canal Cruise.
Visit the magnificent Pushkin (Tsarskoye Selo) and optionally Pavlovsk Palace.
Sapsan High-Speed Train ride from Moscow to St. Petersburg.
Sightseeing conducted by experienced English-speaking guides.
Well-balanced mix of guided tours and leisure time
