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Russia's Imperial Capitals: A Cultural Journey
7 Nights/8 Days
Day 01: Arrival in Moscow
The journey begins with an arrival in Moscow. You will be met at the airport and transferred directly to your hotel for check-in. To ensure a comfortable start after the flight, a dinner box will be provided at the hotel upon arrival. The first night is spent relaxing at your accommodation in Moscow.
After breakfast, you will meet your local guide for a comprehensive exploration of the capital. The excursion includes a Panoramic City Tour with stops at the most remarkable areas, featuring views from Vorovyovy Hills including a Cable Car ride, the Arc of Triumph, Tverskaya Street, and Park of Victory. A visit to a local Mosque is also included. Lunch will be at a local café serving Indian Cuisine. The afternoon features a leisurely Radisson Cruise on the Moskva River, offering unique city views. The evening concludes with European Cuisine dinner before returning to the hotel.
Day 03: Military History and Red Square
Following breakfast, the morning starts with a transfer to the city of Kubinka to visit the fascinating Armored Museum. A Lunch Box is provided for this excursion. Upon returning to Moscow, the afternoon is dedicated to visiting the heart of Russia, the iconic Red Square. Dinner will be at a local restaurant featuring Indian Cuisine, followed by the return to the hotel.
Day 04: Travel to Saint Petersburg
Enjoy breakfast before checking out of the Moscow hotel. A pre-packed Lunch Box will be provided at reception (included). You will then be transferred to the railway station for the high-speed transfer. Board the Sapsan speed train for the swift journey to Saint Petersburg (economy seating, no meal provided). Upon arrival, you will be met by your guide and transferred directly to a local restaurant for dinner serving Indian Cuisine before checking in to your Saint Petersburg hotel.
Day 05: Hermitage and Imperial Sights
After breakfast, the morning is dedicated to culture with a visit to the world-famous Hermitage Museum. Lunch will be at a local café offering Indian Cuisine. The afternoon features a Panoramic City Tour including outside views of the Ekaterina and Mikhail Kutuzov Statues and St. Isaac's Cathedral. You will see Palace Square, the Statue of the Bronze Horseman, and the Admiralty, followed by a walk on the territory of the Peter and Paul Cathedral and a visit to a local Mosque. Dinner will be a return to European Cuisine before heading back to the hotel.
Day 06: Catherine Palace and Park
The day begins with breakfast and a transfer to Pushkin (Tsarskoye Selo). Here, you will visit the magnificent Catherine Palace, including the legendary Amber Chamber, followed by a relaxing park walk. After returning to Saint Petersburg, lunch will be a taste of European Cuisine. The afternoon allows for shopping at the OYLTEL outlet. The day concludes with dinner serving Indian Cuisine.
Day 07: Return to Moscow
After breakfast, you will check out of your Saint Petersburg hotel. A Lunch Box (no pork) is provided at the reception (included) before transferring to the railway station. You will board the Sapsan speed train for the afternoon return journey to Moscow (economy seating, no meal provided). Upon arrival in Moscow, you will be met by your guide and transferred to a local restaurant for your final group dinner of Indian Cuisine before checking into your Moscow hotel.
Day 08: Departure
Enjoy your final breakfast at the hotel. After check-out, you will be transferred to the airport for your onward flight, concluding the Imperial Capitals Journey.
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