|
|
Explore and marvel at the wonders of the two main cities of Russia: Moscow and St.Petersburg. Moscow, founded in 1147, is the political and financial capital of modern Russia famous for Red Square with the unique onion domes of St.Basil’s Cathedral, the magnificent walls of the Kremlin and the fabulous Armory Museum. St.Petersburg, founded in 1703, is the cultural capital of Russia, home to one of the largest concentrations of man-made attractions worldwide famous for the extravagant Imperial palaces, the stunning Hermitage Museum and splendid cathedrals. |
|
DAY 1 MOSCOW Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel for dinner and overnight. Bus and guide for transfer DAY 2 MOSCOW Morning guided city sightseeing tour including Tverskaya Street, panoramic views of the Kremlin, observation platform on Sparrow Hills and other famous sights. Afternoon visit to Christ the Saviour’s Cathedral followed by a walking tour of Red Square where you will see St.Basil’s Cathedral, Lenin’s Mausoleum and the GUM department store. DAY 3 MOSCOW Morning walking guided tour of the Kremlin grounds and the Armoury Museum, housing the treasures of the Russian tsars including Faberge jewellery. Afternoon at leisure for independent shopping in Arbat Street DAY 4 MOSCOW Full day excursion to Sergiev Posad, one of Russia’s most important religious and historical landmarks and a place of spiritual pilgrimage. Departure for St.Petersburg by an overnight train (2nd class tickets) DAY 5 ST PETERSBURG Upon arrival guided city sightseeing tour including Nevsky Prospect, the Square of Fine Arts, Peter and Paul Fortress, St.Isaac’s Square and other famous sights. Lunch independent in the city centre. Afternoon guided tour of St.Isaac’s Cathedral and Our Saviour’s Church on the Spilt Blood, both famous for their opulent interior decoration and mosaics.Transfer to the hotel and check in. DAY 6 ST PETERSBURG Morning guided tour of the Hermitage, one the world’s largest art museums. Afternoon at leisure. DAY 7 ST PETERSBURG Morning excursion to Tsar’s Village (the town of Pushkin) with a guided visit to Catherine’s Palace where you will see the 8th wonder of the world, the Amber Room. Typical Russian lunch at the Podvorje Restaurant. DAY 8 ST PETERSBURG Morning guided tour of Yusupov Palace, one of the most charming private palaces in Europe, where Rasputin was murdered. Afternoon at leisure DAY 9 ST PETERSBURG Morning excursion to Peterhof with a guided tour of the Royal Bath House and Kitchen and the Lower Park. Afternoon at leisure. Farewell dinner in a local restaurant. Day 10 ST PETERSBURG Transfer to the airport
|
Duration: 10 days / 9 nights The cost includes: Price per person in USD including accommodation in a twin room with breakfast. Bus and guide services, Entrance tickets to museums, Meals and a 2nd class train ticket . The cost does not include:
Our promise
|
Call Toll Free: 1-800-531-1629 E-mail: info@discoverrus.com Fill out an inquiry form to Contact Us |