The world’s largest and perhaps least understood country definitely deserves the visit of any inquisitive, adventurous person, whether it be for short history- and museum-heavy trip through Moscow and St Petersburg’s cultural treasures, or a more wide-ranging trip that could include an almost endless list of destinations: the mountains of the Caucasus, the beaches of the Black Sea, the vast Volga River, the endless tracts of Taiga in Siberia, magical Lake Baikal, or the volcanoes of Kamchatka.Russian way of life:- Russians themselves may come across as quite cold and rude on first inspection, yet if you get to know any locals on your trip here, you’ll soon find that to be a very superficial observation. Once the dour exteriors have been broken through over a glass of vodka or Baltika beer, you’ll meet a people for whom laughter and merriment are a way of life.
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6D/7N Russia Moscow Special Publish Package
Moscow - Kremlin -St Petersburg
Saint Petersburg is a world-class destination and Russia’s second largest city, with a population of more than 5 million perched at the eastern tip of of the Baltic Sea and the Neva River.The city was formerly known as Petrograd and later Leningrad.This is one of the most breathtakingly beautiful places on earth and virtually any building in the large historic centre, threaded with canals dotted with baroque bridges, can be considered an attraction—and indeed, it is a UNESCO World Heritage site. This is a magical city, with a long list of major attractions. Its Hermitage Museum, housed in the Winter Palace of the Romanov Dynasty, is both one of the world’s greatest and oldest collections of art, treasure, and antiquities, and one of its most beautiful buildings.
Moscow (Russian: Москва) is the 869 year-old capital of Russia. An iconic, global city, Moscow has played a central role in the development of Russia and the world. For many, the sight of the Kremlin complex in the centre of the city is still loaded with symbolism and history. Moscow was the capital of the former Soviet Union and signs of its previous life are still very visible. Yet, there is more to Russia and its capital than just memories of the USSR. Architectural gems from the time of the Russian Empire are still dotted throughout Moscow, whilst signs of modern Tsars (or at least people with similar levels of wealth) abound.Moscow has a humid continental climate with freezing winters and warm summersBe wary of bicyclists on the sidewalk weaving through pedestrians. Their numbers are growing steadily and no regulations are enforced. Always walk in a straight line and look over your shoulder if you move to the left or right.
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PACKAGE DETAILS
Day 1
Arrival to Moscow, transfer to the hotel, check in 19.00 – dinner at the Indian restaurant.
Day 2
09.00 – breakfast at the hotel 10.00 – 13.00 – panoramic city tour The tour starts in the heart of the city, at the Red Square. After observing St. Basil’s Cathedral, Lenin Mausoleum, the State Historical Museum and other sights of the area we move along the Moskva River embankment. On the way, we enjoy views of Kremlin, and continue to the Cathedral of the Christ the Savior, New Maidens Convent, Moscow State University. Visit to the Sparrow Hills observation spot opens outstanding view on Moscow. Then we travel to the Memorial Complex at Poklonnaya Hill and Victory Park, Triumphal Arch, Kutuzov Avenue, New Arbat, Boulevard ring, Pushkin square, Tverskaya street and end the tour at Manezhnaya Square. 13.00 – lunch at the Indian restaurant 14.00 – 17.00 – visit of Kremlin grounds and 3 cathedrals: Moscow Kremlin is a unique architectural ensemble. It is famous for the ancient Sobornaya (Cathedrals’) Square and cathedrals: Cathedral of the Annunciation; Assumption Cathedral where Russian tsars and imperators were crowned; Cathedral of the Archangel was a burial place for Grand Princes; Church of the Deposition of the Robe; the Patriarch’s Chambers; Ivan the Great Bell Tower. The world-famous Tsar Canon and Tsar Bell became symbols of Moscow, and at the Senate Square, one can see buildings of former Senate and Arsenal (monument of architecture of Peter the Great time). The Great Kremlin Palace used to be a residence of Russian tsars and imperators; nowadays it is a residence of Russian President. 19.00 – dinner at the Indian restaurant
Day 3
09.00 – breakfast at the hotel 10.00 – 13.00 – Metro tour and Arbat Street walking tour: The stations of Moscow’s subway system have often been called
Day 4
09.00 – breakfast at the hotel, free time in the morning for shopping and leisure 12.30 – transfer to the train station, 13.30 – departure to St Petersburg with the high-speed train Sapsan 17.55 – arrival to St Petersburg, orientation walks 20.00 – 22.00 – dinner at the Indian restaurant Check in the hotel
Day 5
09.00 – breakfast at the hotel 10.00 – 14.00 -half day tour of the city.
Day 6
09.00 – breakfast at the hotel 10.00 – 13.00 – visit of the Hermitage State museum: The premier city attraction is the Hermitage Museum. For many traveling to Russia it is the main destination and even the reason for the tour. As the director of the Hermitage once put it “I can not say that the Hermitage is a number one museum in the world but I know that it is certainly not number two.” And with over 3 million works of art exhibited in five connecting palaces the museum can’t fail to impress. If works by Picasso, Van Gogh, Rembrandt or Leonardo da Vinci don’t make you gasp then the interiors of the Winter Palace will.??The five buildings that make up the museum include the opulent Winter palace, which was built by Peter the Great’s daughter (Elizabeth) and has undergone major renovations that have left it sparkling. Walk up an imposing baroque marble staircase and marvel at all the gold leaf, and check out the several heavily decorated rooms including a throne room. ??It can take a complete day to see the highlights, but investigating every corner in each of the five linked buildings could take years. 14.00 – lunch at the Indian restaurant Free time for shopping and leisure
Day 7
09.00 – breakfast at the hotel Transfer to the airport, departure
PROPOSAL
Rates inclusive of
- Airport Railway station transfers and sight seeing as per the itinerary by a non AC Vehicle-Maruti van,Tata Sumeo Bolero or similar.The vehicle is for point travel and not at disposal. Hotel accommodation on twin sharing basisIn case of 3 pax,one room with one extra bed will be provided. All road taxes,Toll taxes & parking fee.Driver reward.
Rates exclusive of
- Air fareTrain fare. Guide & Entry fee during sight seeing. Horse ride etc. Portages, Laundry, Food, Tips, Liquor exp. 5% GST. Any other item not specified in “Cost Includes”.
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