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Wonders of St Petersburg and Moscow 2013

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Trip Itinerary

  • Day 1

    DEPART USA

    Overnight flight to St. Petersburg.

  • Day 2

    ARRIVE ST. PETERSBURG (4 NIGHTS)

    Welcome to the magnificent city of St. Petersburg! Relax and unwind after your journey. Meet your Travel Director and fellow travellers this evening for a Welcome Reception with a light dinner at your hotel. Then a short evening orientation drive will be the perfect introduction to this magnificent city.


    Meal(s): (Welcome Reception)

    Hotel: Sokos Olympia Gardens (F)

    M: Moderate, D: Deluxe, SF: Superior First Class, F: First Class. For further details please see the notes section below.
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  • Day 3

    ST. PETERSBURG SIGHTSEEING AND AT LEISURE

    Admire the landmarks of St. Petersburg during your sightseeing tour with a Local Guide. View the Tsar’s Winter Palace, Nevsky Prospekt, St. Isaac’s Cathedral and the statue of Peter the Great. Explore the Peter and Paul Fortress on your included visit. This evening enjoy a unique Be My Guest dining experience.


    Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast / Be My Guest dinner)

  • Day 4

    ST. PETERSBURG AT LEISURE

    Your time in St. Petersburg includes a Small Group Sightseeing visit to the Hermitage Museum to see some of the world’s largest and most valuable art collections. The Hermitage occupies five impressive buildings on the banks of the River Neva in the heart of St. Petersburg. Featuring over 3 million artefacts, the collection represents the development of world culture and art from the Stone Age to the 20th century. The remainder of the day is at leisure to explore the city further. This evening, perhaps visit a theatre to see a Russian folklore show.


    Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)

  • Day 5

    ST. PETERSBURG AT LEISURE

    Consider joining an excursion to visit the fabulous gardens and spectacular fountains of Peter the Great’s summer residence at Petrodvorets.


    Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)

  • Day 6

    ST. PETERSBURG - HIGH SPEED TRAIN - MOSCOW (3 NIGHTS)

    After a hearty Russian breakfast enjoy some free time before taking a train trip towards the Russian capital. Arrive later in Moscow, your home for the next three nights. An ancient city full of remarkable architecture and monuments to fallen heroes and victorious battles, Moscow is a cauldron of creativity and culture. The capital of Russia and the largest city in Europe, its metropolitan area is vast. Located on the Moskva River, Moscow is the country’s political, economic, religious and financial hub, and home to the largest number of billionaires in the world!


    Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)

    Hotel: Marriott Tverskaya (SF)

    M: Moderate, D: Deluxe, SF: Superior First Class, F: First Class. For further details please see the notes section below.
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  • Day 7

    MOSCOW SIGHTSEEING

    Marvel at Red Square, St. Basil’s Cathedral and the Kremlin Walls during your guided sightseeing tour with a Local Guide. Afterwards, there is plenty of time to shop for souvenirs and explore on your own.


    Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)

  • Day 8

    MOSCOW AT LEISURE

    Today is a full day at leisure to explore the city further. Consider visiting one of the city’s museums or take an optional excursion to Zagorsk, the largest religious and cultural centre in Russia. Tonight celebrate with your Travel Director and companions at a Farewell Dinner in a local restaurant.


    Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast / Farewell Dinner)

  • Day 9

    MOSCOW - USA

    Say goodbye to this unique country at the end of a remarkable trip of discovery. Airport transfers are available. Conditions apply.


    Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)

What's Included

Insider Experiences

  • Be My Guest This is a unique opportunity to meet and chat with the locals at the Theatre of Youth in the centre of St. Petersburg. You will be welcomed by the Theatre Director and taken on a short visit.See short dances on the stage by students and enjoy drinks and canapés in one of the beautiful theatre halls. The money contributed by Trafalgar to the Theatre on your behalf will be used to promote the theatrical and dance education of the young people of St Petersburg – future Nureyevs and the like!
  • Local Guide in St. Petersburg and Moscow.
  • Small Group Sightseeing in St. Petersburg, enjoy an expertly guided tour of the Hermitage Museum with a group size of no more than 25 guests.
  • Hidden Treasure Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden Treasure experience, unique to your itinerary, courtesy of your expert Travel Director.

Sightseeing Highlights

  • St PetersburgView the Winter Palace, St Isaac’s Cathedral and Nevsky Prospekt. Visit St Peter and Paul Fortress with a Local Guide.
  • MoscowSee Red Square, St Basil’s Cathedral and the Kremlin Walls with your Local Guide.

Dining

  • 7 hot buffet breakfasts.

  • Be My Guest drinks and canapés in a beautiful St. Petersburg theatre hall.

  • 2 evening meals including:

  • Welcome Reception with your Travel Director in St. Petersburg including welcome drinks and a light meal.
  • Farewell Dinner with wine in Moscow.

Travel Highlights

  • First Class hotel accommodation featuring twin rooms and private facilities.
  • All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included.
  • Travel by luxury air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and an on-board restroom.
  • High-speed train journey between St. Petersburg and Moscow.
  • Rail service is reserved in standard class.
  • Porterage is included at train stations.
  • The services of a professional Travel Director throughout your journey.
  • Audio HeadsetsProvided throughout your tour to enhance your included sightseeing experiences.
  • A travel wallet with your documentation.
  • Complimentary keepsake photo.

Airport Transfers

  • For full details on transfers, please click here.
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Hotel Class Key
  • SF= Superior First Class, F = First Class, MF = Moderate First Class, ST = Superior Tourist, D = Deluxe and MD = Moderate Deluxe.
  • Hotels are subject to change.
Notes
  • * For single travellers purchasing the twin-share option, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms.
  • ^Twin-share option not available for trips to South America., Costa Rica, Mexico, Alaska, Hawaii or for any holiday & cruise combination, or in Asia and Eastern Mediterranean except Highlights of Turkey (without cruise) & Best of Turkey.

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