Russia 06 Days & 05 Nights
Moscow (3N)St. Petersburg (2N)
Tour Highlights :
Moscow Airport to Hotel.
Moscow City Sightseeing.
Moscow Metro Tour.
Transfer to St. Petersburg on the high speed train Sapsan – City Orientation Tour.
St. Petersburg Sightseeing.
Transfer from Hotel – Airport- Hotel.
Starting From
Rs. 47499/-*
Per Person Twin/Double Share Basis
About Russia
Russia or the Russian Federation is a transcontinental country spanning Eastern Europe and Northern Asia. It is the largest country in the world, covering 17125191 square kilometres and encompassing more than one-eighth of the Earth’s inhabited land area
Details Tour Itinerary
Day – 01 : Welcome to Russia – Izmailovo Kremlin Tourc
On arrival at Moscow airport meeting with an English speaking guide/driver & Transfer to the hotel, Check in Hotel. After Lunch Visit of the Izmailovo market with the visit of Vodka museum and Vodka Degustation Located only five metro stations away from the center of Moscow, Izmailovo market is the perfect place for tourist looking for souvenirs and authentic Russian objects like stamps, chapkas, traditionnal clothes, army surplus etc. The entrance of this flea market is free and the prices of matryoshkas and others souvenirs are lower than downtown. Transfer to the hotel. Overnight in the hotel.
Day – 02 : Moscow City Tour
Breakfast at the hotel, Meeting with your guide in the lobby. Proceed for City sightseeing tour of Moscow here you will see places of interest, architectural monuments, and museum that are among the finest in the world, Kremlin and one of the cathedral. The Moscow Kremlin is the oldest part of the city and contains within its walls a unique series of masterpieces of architecture & the plastic arts. The Moscow Kremlin and Red Square are on the World Heritage List. Tour around the Red Square – you will see Moscow’s renowned Red Square, near the 16th Century St. Basil’s Cathedral, one of the most famous pieces of architecture in the world, plus the constructionist pyramid of Lenin’s Mausoleum. Visit the main street- Tverskaya, the Cathedral of Christ the Savior – the main temple of Russia, the monument to Peter I on the Moscow river, After lunch visit Moscow state University-the oldest University in Russia and the largest University building in the world. You will walk on the observation deck of the Sparrow hills – this is the cult place for all guests of the city, it offers a fascinating panorama of the city where you can see the stadium “Luzhniki”, Novodevichy convent, skyscrapers of the business quarter “Moscow City”, famous Stalin’s skyscrapers and more. Overnight in the hotel.
Day – 03 : Moscow Metro Tour
Breakfast at the hotel, Proceed for Moscow Metro Tour – Moscow Metro is more than just a transport system. It was created primarily as a symbol of the Soviet supremacy and industrial achievements. And once you descend underground you’ll understand why the Moscow Metro is different from any other similar system in the world. Each station carries its individuality, decorated in a distinct style and devoted to different events or symbols, Visit of the Space museum, VDNH walking tour, visit Arbat Street for shopping. Transfer to the hotel. Overnight in the hotel.
Day – 04 :Transfer to St. Petersburg on the high speed train Sapsan – City Orientation Tour
Breakfast at the hotel, Check out from hotel, Transfer to the train station Departure for St. Petersburg on the high speed train Sapsan. On arrival at St. Petersburg Meeting with the guide in the train station, transfer to hotel.
After lunch proceed for City Orientation tour with the visit of the Peter and Paul Fortress- during the tour, the extra – comfortable bus will take you to the most precious monuments of the city’s rich history and original architecture carefully preserved as the world cultural heritage. During this panoramic city-tour of Saint Petersburg, you will be able to hear amazing stories and to take fine pictures of the main architectural and historical sites like Nevsky prospect, the Kazan Cathedral, the Winter Palace, Vasilievsky Island, St. Isaac Cathedral, Peter and Paul Fortress, the Senate Square and the Palace Square. The 3-hour sightseeing tour organized by our travel agency will allow you to get a brief but bright impression of Saint Petersburg. Transfer to the hotel. Check in & overnight at hotel.
Day – 05 : St.Petersburg Sightseeing
Breakfast in the hotel, meeting with your guide in the hotel lobby, Excursion to Peterhof (visit of the lower park) – Located on the southern shore of the Gulf of Finland, 34 kilometers from St.Petersburg, spectacular Peterhof attracts thousands of tourists with its parks, palaces and, mainly, fountains. Among the suburban parks, Peterhof is probably the most famous for its fountains and is thus frequently compared to Versailles. ‘The Samson’ of the Grand Cascade is the most powerful and magnificent of the fountains of Peterhof and thus has been made a symbol of the park. As a former residence of the Emperors, Peterhof is also the home of several palaces with the Grand Palace as its main landmark. It had been destroyed by the Nazis & then carefully restored as to exhibit the splendor of the Royal way of life. You will see the halls, brightly decorated with gold, marble and numerous mirrors. The beauty of Peterhof, its marvelous fountains & palaces has left nobody indifferent, & you will probably be no exception.
After lunch Excursion to the Hermitage (Main Building) – It is hard to imagine a trip to Saint Petersburg without visiting one of the most famous museums worldwide – the State Hermitage. Its priceless collection occupies 5 historical buildings of which the Winter Palace – the former residence of the Russian Royal family – is the most remarkable. Its rooms, decorated with marble and gold provide a fine background for the treasures of the Hermitage. You might be surprised to know that the collection of this unique museum contains over 3 million exhibits including the paintings of Leonardo da Vinci and Raphael and other famous artists; however the collections of the Egyptian, Oriental and Ancient Greek art should not be missed as well. You will be literally overwhelmed by the beauty of the museum and will never forget this magnificent and legendary place. River cruise along the river Neva. Overnight in the hotel.
Day – 06 : Final Departure
In the morning enjoy Breakfast at Hotel & Prepare for check out. Free time for shopping & Personal activities until transfer to the Airport or Railway station for final departure.
Accommodations
Hotel Al’fa Izmaylovo
Moscow
AZIMUT A-Hotel Fontanka
st. petersburg
Inclusions :
√ 03 Nights hotel accommodations in Moscow.
√ 02 Nights hotel accommodations in St. Peterburg.
√ Meal : As per plan.
√ Moscow City Sightseeing.
√ Moscow Metro Tour.
√ Transfer to St. Petersburg on the high speed train Sapsan – City Orientation Tour.
√ St. Petersburg Sightseeing.
√ 2nd class High Speed train Sapsan train ticket form Moscow to St. Petersburg.
√ English speaking guide as per the program (Optional).
√ Return airport transfer by Pvt. Vehicle.
√ All sightseeing & tours by SIC Basis.
√ 1 bottle of water per day per person.
Exclusions :
× Lunch Dinner
× Guest Insurance.
× Anything not mentioned in inclusions.
× Personal Expenses.
× All Entry fees.
× Air Fare / Train Fare.
× VISA
× 5% GST Application TCS.
Russia FAQs
1. Where is Russia located?
Russia, or the Russian Federation, is a country spanning Eastern Europe and Northern Asia. It is the largest country in the world, covering over 17 million square kilometres, and encompassing more than one-eighth of Earth’s inhabited land area.
2.What Is the Best Time to Visit Russia?
The best time to visit Russia is during summer (June to August), with its long, light evenings and balmy temperatures of 21°C-25°C. It’s also the ideal — though most popular — time for those wishing to visit Mongolia on the Trans-Siberian Railway.
3.How Far Russia is from Kolkata?
Russia is about 4519 kms away from India with a flight time of about 16 hours, depending on layover.
4.What is the time difference between India and Russia?
India is 2 hours and 30 minutes ahead of Moscow, Russia
5.Will I get WiFi connectivity? Can I buy a local sim card there?
It’s a good idea to purchase a local SIM card to stay connected and save money at the same time. This will also allow you to use WiFi in restaurants and other public spaces – as a safety measure, only guests with Russian numbers can log in to public WiFi networks.
6.What are the tipping rules in Russia?
Typically in Russia the etiquette is to tip anywhere between 10% and 15% of the bill. Tip in cash, and give it directly to the waiter. Many restaurants don’t accept credit cards. You don’t need to tip much, but don’t tip too little either.
7.What is Russia’s most famous food?
Pelmeni is considered the national dish of Russia. They are pastry dumplings are typically filled with minced meat and wrapped in a thin, pasta-like dough. They can be served alone, slathered in butter and topped with sour cream, or in a soup broth.
8.Is there a visa on arrival in Russia?
visa on arrival is not available for the Russian Federation. …An E-visa may be issued as either a tourist visa, business visa, transit visa, or as a visa for humanitarian purposes.
9.What currency is used in Russia?
Russia uses Russian ruble.
10What are the popular places to see at Russia?