Winter holidays are a perfect time to see the two gems of Russia, Moscow and St. Petersburg – the two largest cities that have always played key role in the country’s history. You will enjoy New Year fairy tale of the two Russian capitals during this fascinating week-long tour highlighting such landmarks as the Kremlin and Red Square in Moscow, the Winter Palace and the Peter and Paul Fortress in St. Petersburg.
Tour Dates:
December 26 – January 2
New Year Tour Saint-Petersburg – Moscow
8 days/ 7 nights
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Itinerary:
Saint-Petersburg
Accommodation at Our Hotel, 4 stars
Our Hotel is a newly established venue combining the style of the early XX century and the modern equipment. The hotel is located on Vasilievsky Island, one of the main business areas of the city, a few minutes’ walk from the metro station Vasileostrovskaya. Such world-famous Saint Petersburg sights as the Hermitage, Palace Square and Nevsky Prospect the main avenue of the city, are easy to reach by car or public transport.
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Day 1 (26 December, Sunday) Your fascinating trip to Russia begins as you arrive today in Saint-Petersburg Transfer from the airport to the hotel Free time |
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Day 2 (27 December, Monday) Have a breakfast in your hotel 10:00 – 14:00 Standard city tour + St. Isaac’s Cathedral (by car) After your breakfast, board your bus and enjoy a panoramic tour of city's major highlights. You'll be taken with an amazing variety of magnificent palaces, squares, and bridges in "Venice of the North" as St. Petersburg is often called. During your tour you will visit St. Isaac's Cathedral, one of the best Russian cathedrals and one of the most popular museums in Saint Petersburg. Undoubtedly, you will fall in love from the first sight with one of the most charming cities in Russia and Europe. The driver and tour guide will pick you up from the lobby of your hotel Free time Evening comes and you are free to enjoy the balance of the day the way you want – you may try some Russian cuisine, or just have a stroll in the bustling streets of the city center all lit up by Christmas lanterns getting ready to meet the New Year. Optional activity: Folk Show "Feel Yourself Russian" The show is comprised of the bright performances of Saint Petersburg professional folk musical and dance ensembles. Divided into two parts the show lasts for about two hours. In the intermission Russian snacks and beverages are served. In the interval the guests are also welcome to listen to classical music performed by a string quartette and buy various Russian souvenirs. |
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Day 3 (28 December, Tuesday) A breakfast in your hotel is sure to bring you the good mood for the day to come! 10:00 p.m. – 14:00 p.m. Guided tour of the Hermitage Rejoice at the closeness to pure art, history and elegance, all in one museum. Hosting more that 3 million items it has one of the richest ever-growing collections of art and crafts dating from Stone Age to contemporary time. The Hermitage boasts the largest collection of paintings in the world, so be careful not to lose your guide in the labyrinth of this astounding palace. The driver and tour guide will pick you up from the lobby of your hotel Free time Keep enjoying the Northern capital of Russia the way you want, trying to do best from your being here. Optional activity: Opera or ballet at one of the renowned theatres of the cultural capital. |
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Day 4 (29 December, Wednesday) Have a breakfast in your hotel 10:00 a.m. – 15:00 p.m. Pushkin: Catherine Palace and Park (by car) Tsarskoe Selo is famous for its marvelous Catherine Palace and park, which is a very romantic place for walking, especially in winter, when the huge lawns and neatly cut trees are covered with snow. Many historical films, dedicated to Russian history and tsars, were shot in the interiors of the palace and other sights of Tsarskoe Selo. The driver and tour guide will pick you up from the lobby of your hotel Free time The half of the day will be at your disposal, enjoy Saint-Petersburg the way you want: go skating in an amusement park or take a picture with Peter the Great by the Cathedral of Savior on the Spilled Blood. 21:30 p.m. Transfer from the hotel Moscow to the train station Overnight train to Moscow departure at 23:00 p.m. from Saint-Petersburg to Moscow |
Moscow
Accommodation in the hotel Budapest, 4 star
The Budapest Hotel is located in the historical district of Moscow, close to the main business and cultural centers of the Russian capital. Such landmarks as the Red Square, Bolshoi Theater and Maly Theater are situated within 10-15 minutes walk from the hotel.
The Budapest Hotel offers modern facilities and comfortable accommodation in the guestrooms preserving the unique atmosphere of the early 19th century.
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Day 5 (30 December, Thursday) You will continue your unforgettable experience in researching on the most important Russian cities when you arrive today to Moscow 07:00 a.m. – 08:00 a.m. Transfer from the train station to your hotel by car (leave your luggage in the locker room and hop into the car to enjoy the frosty air of New Year Moscow 08:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Panoramic tour of the city by car Taking the panoramic tour of city's major highlights you'll become aware of the amazing and invigorating transformation from Communist monolith to modern, free-market metropolis. Welcome to your hotel, conveniently located in the center of Moscow. Ask your guide to give you some hints on best activities in the city tonight. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy the city on your own. |
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Day 6 (31 December, Friday) Have a breakfast at your hotel to have the power for the day ahead 09:45 a.m. – 13:45 p.m. Guided tour of Kremlin, Cathedrals and the Red Square We offer you to make a tour of the most exciting sight of the Russian capital. Moscow Kremlin is the symbol of Russian statehood, which contains historic relics, cultural and artistic monuments. In the course of the excursion you will hear numerous captivating stories about Russian history, get acquainted with the legendary places and get to know the way Orthodox Christmas is celebrated in the golden-domed cathedrals of Moscow. The driver and tour guide will pick you up from the lobby of your hotel. Free time Get ready to celebrate the coming year 2011. We may arrange optional festive dinner featuring special New Year programme at the hotel for you, or you may try to squeeze in one of the numerous buzzing parties at nightclubs and restaurants of the city center. |
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Day 7 (1 January, Saturday) Try to collect yourself from your cozy bed after the night party and enjoy breakfast at the hotel prior to a relaxing walking tour – while the city is still empty of crowds. 12:00 – 15:00 The guide will pick you at the hotel lobby for a metro tour. The world’s largest underground museum will surprise you by the fascinating marble pillars, bright chandeliers and vigorous looking Soviet style statues. Go back to the open air to introduce yourself to the ever-busy Arbat street, one of tourist attractions. It’s a day before you leave Russia, so do not miss the chance the top to bring home some souvenirs widely sold in this street. Free time Put on your new fur cap and set off to discover what you might have missed during this time, rich in events and impressions |
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Day 8 (2 January, Sunday) Have a breakfast at your hotel Check out Depart Moscow Transfer from the hotel to the airport Leave hospitable Russian cities – just to come back next time! |
Highlights:
 Pushkin, a small town and one of the most picturesque suburbs of Saint Petersburg is situated 24 km to the south from the Northern capital. Before the October Revolution it was the main summer residence of Russian emperors. Till 1918 the town was called Tsarskoye Selo (literary - "tsar's village"), then it was renamed Detskoye Selo ("children's village"), and since 1937 it bears the name of great Russian poet Alexander Pushkin.
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 The Hermitage holds one of the finest art collections in the world that presents the development of the world culture and art from the Stone Age to the 20th century. The State Hermitage Museum is housed in five magnificent buildings created by famous architects in the 18th and 19th centuries.
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 Red Square, the first stop for any visitor to the capital of Russia, is one of the most impressive places in Moscow. The Moscow Kremlin occupies a central part in the architectural ensemble of Red Square. State regalia, invaluable icons, and treasures of Russian tsars are all stored in the Kremlin chambers and cathedrals.
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Tour prices
| Price | Single | Double |
| USD | 2045 | 1188 |
| EUR | 1534 | 891 |
Accommodation (Superior Class)
Meals: Daily breakfast
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