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Russia Highlights Overview

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    • 4.64 out of 5
    • Total price tool tip
      USD $1,995
      CAD $1,895
      AUD $1,850
      EUR €1,425
      GBP £1,175
      NZD $2,370
      ZAR R15,340
      CHF FR1,770
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  • 2013-01-01 - 2013-12-31

Discover mystique, tradition and flair between Moscow and St Petersburg

Taste mystery and intrigue on a revealing tour of Russia - a land that lay hidden behind the Iron Curtain for decades. Experience the grandeur of Moscow, the beauty of Russia's ancient capitals Suzdal and Novgorod, and the grace of St Petersburg. Visit the intricately detailed cathedrals, historic monuments, age-old treasures and romantic landscapes of this great nation, and find the heart of enigmatic Russia.

  • Admire tsarist treasures in the Hermitage
  • Discover imperial treasures in the Kremlin
  • Experience a mesh of communist and capitalist cultures in the city of Moscow
  • Explore medieval Russian capitals in the Golden Ring
  • See Lenin in his eternal state
  • Sip mead among sweeping meadows in Suzdal
  • Steam up in a public bath house
  • Take a guided tour of cultural attractions in St Petersburg

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Russia Highlights Summary

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Days 1-2 Moscow

Whether it's awe-inspiring history, iconic architecture, edgy creative centres or stylish bars and cafes, Moscow delivers on so many levels with a surprise around every corner.

Days 3-4 Suzdal

Crumbling churches and charming wooden cottages line the narrow streets of Suzdal, one of the fascinating towns which make up Russia’s historic Golden Ring.

Day 5 Novgorod

Often referred to as the cradle of modern Russian civilisation, Novgorod is packed with well-preserved architectural gems and historic monuments recalling its medieval glories.

Days 6-8 St Petersburg

Simply bursting with intriguing sights and culture, get ready to be wowed by St Petersburg - it's opulent, sophisticated, historic and drop-dead gorgeous.
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What's included in this trip

  • Start:

    Moscow, Russia

  • Finish:

    St Petersburg, Russia

  • Group size:

    Min 1 , Max 12

  • Ages:

    Min 12

  • Meals:

    6 breakfasts, 1 dinner

  • Accommodation:

    Guesthouse (1 nt), Hotel (5 nts), Overnight sleeper train (1 nt)

  • Transport:

    Boat, Bus, Metro, Minibus, Taxi

  • Included activities:

    Moscow - Kremlin & Armoury guided tour, Moscow - Lenin's Mausoleum, Moscow - Red Square, Novgorod - Public Banya, Novgorod - Walking Tour & Kremlin, St Petersburg - Boat tour, St Petersburg - Tea party with local family, Suzdal - Cooking class, Suzdal - Guided walking tour

  • Carbon emissions offset:

    328kg pp per trip

  • Total price from

    USD $1,995
    CAD $1,895
    AUD $1,850
    EUR €1,425
    GBP £1,175
    NZD $2,370
    ZAR R15,340
    CHF FR1,770
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  • * Refer to booking conditions

  • Per day from:

    USD $249
    CAD $236
    AUD $231
    EUR €178
    GBP £146
    NZD $296
    ZAR R1,917
    CHF FR221
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    • 8
    • WBSR
    • 4.64 out of 5
    • Total price tool tip
      USD $1,995
      CAD $1,895
      AUD $1,850
      EUR €1,425
      GBP £1,175
      NZD $2,370
      ZAR R15,340
      CHF FR1,770
      *
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    •  
       
       
       
       
    • Explorer
    • Original
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