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RUSSIA

$ *
From 1695 per person twin share
24
8 DAYS | MOSCOW TO ST. PETERSBURG
TRAVEL TYPE: Coach
DEPARTS: 2020: Jan 17 • Feb 14 • Mar 13, 27
• Apr 10, 24 • May 15 • Jun 5, 19, 26 • Jul 3,
17, 31 • Aug 14 • Sep 18, 25 • Oct 9, 23
• Nov 13 • Dec 11

HIGHLIGHTS
• Visit the famous Kremlin – a 15th century fortress
and the home of Russia’s Tsars and presidents
• Visit the final resting place of the last Tsar of
Russia, Nicholas II
• Explore the Hermitage, one of the world’s largest
art galleries, housed in the beautiful Winter Palace
INCLUDES
• 7 nights accommodation
• Meals as specified
• Tours, transfers and transportation as per itinerary
Moscow • English-speaking Tour Escort
• One way train ticket on Sapsan Train from
Moscow to St. Petersburg
An entrance visa for Russia is required for New Zealand
passport holders. The order of sightseeing excursions is
subject to change.

Bolshoi Theater, Moscow Victory Park, Moscow

RUSSIAN EXPLORER 8 DAYS
Russia’s two greatest cities provide an ideal base Day 5: St. Petersburg (B)
from which to explore the country’s rich and diverse Enjoy a panoramic, guided orientation tour of the city.
cultural and historical heritage. Moscow is now the View the world-renowned Hermitage Museum, housed
epicentre of the new Russia, while St. Petersburg is in the Winter Palace. Visit the Peter and Paul Fortress
renowned for its magnificent palaces, museums and and drive along Nevsky Prospekt. Along the way, see
grand architecture. St. Isaac’s Cathedral and the Church of the Savior on
Spilled Blood.
Day 1: Moscow
Upon arrival in Moscow, be met at the airport and Day 6: St. Petersburg (B)
transfer to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at After breakfast, visit the Hermitage Museum, which
leisure and if time permits, take a self-guided tour of houses a magnificent collection of art from the Winter
one of the most fascinating and alluring cities in Europe. Palace of Catherine the Great. Founded in 1764, it
It’s teeming with museums, churches, theatres and is one of the largest museums in the world and its
incredible architecture. Spend the next three nights collection includes over three million items, including
in Moscow. masterpieces by Leonardo Da Vinci, Raphael, Rodin,
Rembrandt and Rubens.
Day 2: Moscow (B)
After breakfast, enjoy a guided orientation tour of the Day 7: St. Petersburg (B)
city. Starting on foot, visit some of the spectacular Discover one of St. Petersburg’s most prized palaces,
underground metro stations in Moscow. Later, by coach, The Catherine Palace. This palace is famous for the
view Red Square, the Kremlin, Sparrow Hills, the Bolshoi Amber Room, now completely restored to its former
Theatre, the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour, Victory glory. The iconic chamber is decorated in amber panels
Park, Novodevichy Convent, the White House and the with gold leaf and mirrors. The original was dismantled Summer Palace, St. Petersburg
famous streets of Moscow. and removed during World War II however, it was
reconstructed between 1979 and 2003. Return to your
Day 3: Moscow (B) hotel where the remainder of the day is at leisure.
Today visit the city’s most famous landmark, the
magnificent Kremlin. Within the territory is the fascinating Day 8: St. Petersburg (B)
Armoury Museum, which you will visit with your guide. It After breakfast take a transfer to the airport or train 4 St. Petersburg
houses a collection of costumes, silver and military arms station for your onward journey.
among a vast treasure trove of exhibits. (B = breakfast) RUSSIA
Day 4: Moscow to St. Petersburg (B)
This morning you will have time at leisure before
transferring to the train station in the afternoon for
your journey to St. Petersburg. On arrival explore this
magnificent city at your own pace. Spend the next four
nights in St. Petersburg. 3 Moscow
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* Prices are a guide only, subject to change and availability and are in New Zealand Dollars. Prices are per person twin share, unless otherwise specified and based on the lowest tour category for travel in low season.
For full terms and conditions including pricing and conditions, refer to the Booking Conditions at the back of this brochure. 103