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Footsteps of the Tsars
Trip Valid:
01/01/2008 to 31/12/2008
Duration:
18 days (St Petersburg to Moscow)
Highlights:
Marvel at tsarist treasures in the Hermitage, Witness the legacy of the Siege of Leningrad, Relax in a Russian country house, Visit the Romanovs' royal residences, Discover dazzling ancient capitals, Experience local Tatar culture, Travel across Siberia on the Trans-Siberian Railway, Explore Moscow's Kremlin
Trip Code:
OSF
Guarantee:
Departure is guaranteed, subject to 4 people travelling
Group Size:
Minimum 4, Maximum 12
Price:
USD $2930
*(plus local payment USD $300)
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Extras:
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Discover the treasures of this vast land, following in the footsteps of Russian royalty on this remarkable trip. From the imperial capital of St Petersburg, cross the country taking in tsarist palaces, ancient kremlins, Siberian hospitality and rural village life. Come face to face with the enigmatic characters of Russia's remarkable history - from Rasputin and the last Romanovs to Catherine the Great and Ivan the Terrible - and enjoy the world's most famous train journey, the Trans-Siberian Railway.
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meals included: 8 breakfasts, 1 dinner
transport: Overnight & local train, private & public bus, taxi, metro, walking
accommodation: Hotels/guesthouses (9 nts), traditional country house (1 nt), home stay (1 nt) overnight train (6 nts)
budget: Allow USD $350 for meals not included.
departs: Departs selected Sat
important notes: You require a letter of invitation in order to get your Russian visa. You must complete the visa information form that will be sent to you or your travel agent via email at time of booking.
Days 1-3 St Petersburg
Crowded with palaces, museums and cathedrals, take in St Petersburg on foot or from a boat, floating down the many canals and rivers criss-crossing this captivating city.
Days 4-5 Pushkin
Named after Russia's most celebrated poet, this 'Tsar's Village' is home to one of the most opulent imperial residences in the country - the magnificent Catherine Palace.
Days 6-7 Suzdal
Capital of Russia in medieval times, this fairytale town boasts a beautiful skyline.
Days 8-9 Kazan
The capital of Tatarstan, a region of Russia populated by descendants of nomadic Turkic tribes, this city has an atmosphere more reminiscent of Central Asia than Europe with its many mosques.
Days 10 -12 Yekaterinburg
Best known as the place of exile and execution of the last Russian royal family, the Romanovs, Yekaterinburg is also on the border where Europe ends and Siberia begins. Discover its fascinating past with links to the Tsars, the Bolsheviks and even the Mafia.
Days 13-14 Tobolsk/ Pokrovskoye
Once the foremost city in Siberia, Tobolsk still boasts a charming Old Town full of winding lanes and weather-worn cottages. Experience true Siberian hospitality with an overnight stay in a local home.
Day 15 Trans-Siberian Railway
Take a trip on the world's most famous railway, passing forests, quaint Siberian villages and industrial Soviet hubs.
Days 16-18 Moscow
Much of the country's history formed in this bustling capital and historical sites such as the Kremlin and Red Square are reason alone for a visit.
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Every day, hundreds of happy people return from Intrepid trips, and their comments are here for you to read. We do not screen the feedback on this site, all comments are posted here as they were written (unless they used inappropriate language).
This was really a great trip. It was the right balance between watching landscapes and sightseeing in the cities.
Harald Mochar
Awesome trip!! Historical and cultural. Well planed with much to experience. Our group leader Masha was amazing, so knowledgeable, so people oriented. Being Russian, she added her own experiences of a girl growing up in Russia with the changes that she and her parents and grandparents have experienced. Highly recommend this trip.
Stephanie Lemke
Excellent trip. Would highly recomend
William Lemke
We had a very enjoyable trip learning about tsar history and seeing some amazing palaces. Our tour leader was fantastic and helped us learn Russian words/phrases which was fun. Good itinerary and free time in each place visited.
Shana Meighan
This trip gave us a good insight into the Russian culture, people and history. It is demanding and action packed tour as it explores culture, architecture, history and people over many thousands of kilometres. Our Russian Leader anticipated our needs, was generous with her time and helped make our trip memorable.
Wendy Allgood
This trip gave us a good insight into the Russian culture, people and history. It is demanding and action packed tour as it explores culture, architecture, history and people over many thousands of kilometres. Our Russian Leader anticipated our needs, was generous with her time and helped make our trip memorable.
Wendy Allgood
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