RUSSIA

4 Days

Overview

Russia is a transcontinental country spanning Eastern Europe and Northern Asia.It is the largest country in the world, covering over 17,098,246 square kilometres  (6,601,670 sq mi), and encompassing one-eighth of Earth’s inhabitable landmass.Russia extends across eleven time zones sharing land boundaries with fourteen countries,more than any other country but China.It is the ninth-most populous country in the world and the most populous country in Europe, with a population of  146 million. The country’s capital and largest city is Moscow, the largest city entirely within Europe. Saint Petersburg is Russia’s cultural centre and second-largest city. Other major urban areas include Novosibirsk, Yekaterinburg, Nizhny Novgorod and Kazan. Moscow, on the Moskva River in western Russia, is the nation’s cosmopolitan capital. In its historic core is the Kremlin, a complex that’s home to the president  and tsarist treasures in the Armoury. Outside its walls is Red Square, Russia’s symbolic center. It’s home to Lenin’s Mausoleum, the State Historical Museum’s  comprehensive collection and St. Basil’s Cathedral, known for its colorful, onion-shaped domes.

Trip Highlights:

  • Moscow Airport to Hotel
  • Moscow City Sightseeing
  • Moscow Metro Tour
  • Transfer from Hotel – Airport- Hotel

Itinerary

On arrival at Moscow airport meeting with an English speaking guide & Transfer to the hotel, Check in Hotel. Overnight in the hotel.
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, the main street- Tverskaya, the Cathedral of Christ the Savior – the main temple of Russia, the monument to Peter I on the Moscow river, 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. After Lunch Guided tour around the Kremlin and one of the cathedrals 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 constructivist pyramid of Lenin’s Mausoleum. After Sightseeing free Time for shopping in the GUM, where those who would like to shop can stay on their own, while others return to the hotel with their tour guide (In that way they would have as much time as they want for shopping, and can easily return to hotel later by taxi or subway – subway is right next to GUM). Transfer to the hotel. Overnight in the hotel.
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. 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.
Morning enjoy Breakfast at Hotel & Prepare for check out from Hotel. Check out, transfer to the Airport or Railway station with English-speaking guide. Departure from St. Petersburg to Moscow by flight or Sapsan train with transfer Railway station – Airport Domodedovo/Sheremetyevo/Vnukovo.

COST

The term of cost includes:

  • 03 Nights hotel accommodations in Moscow.
  • Meal : As per plan.
  • Moscow City Sightseeing.Moscow Metro Tour.
  • All sightseeing & tours by SIC Basis.

The term of cost excludes:

  • Lunch Dinner
  • Guest Insurance.
  • Anything not mentioned in inclusions.
  • Personal Expenses. 
  • All Entry fees.
  • Air Fare / Train Fare.
  • VISA
  • Local Tax

FAQs

When is the best time to travel to Russia?

Summer is the best time to visit Russia, the temperatures are at their highest and it is also the peak of the tourist season so expect to find crowds. Late spring and early fall are less crowded with nice weather.

Is Russia a family friendly destination?

Russia is generally a safe and worth-visiting destination, especially when you are travelling to tourist cities like Moscow or St. Petersburg. Russia has some nice theme parks and water parks for the kids to join, and major cities are kid friendly. Museums and architecture in Moscow are surely fascinating whatever your age is.There are also plenty of summer festivals to enjoy.

What are the main annual events in Russia?

White Nights Festival- May to July in St Petersburg
Victory Day- May
Scarlet Sails- June in St Petersburg
Wild Mint Folk Festival- June in Moscow
Christmas Markets – December to January

How is transportation within Russia?

Metro, bus, tram, trolleybus, and taxis are the main form of transportation in the larger Russian cities and towns. Trains in Russia are safe, comfortable and reliable. The Russian Rail network is one of the largest train networks in the world.

Do I need a visa to travel to Russia?

To visit Russia, Canadian and American passport holders need to apply for a tourist visa through the embassy or consulate, it is necessary to provide an invitation letter processing time could vary between 4 days to 4 weeks.

What language is spoken in Russia?

Russian is the official language in Russia, only 15-20% of the Russian population can speak other languages. Chances of finding English speakers would be higher in big cities like Moscow or St. Petersburg, especially around major tourist attractions.

What currency is used in Russia?

The official Russian currency is the Russian ruble, travelers may be able to use other currencies most of the time (USD, CAD, and EUR) but the exchange rate will not be in their favor, so it is always recommended to carry some rubles. Credit cards are accepted in most hotels and restaurants, but some tourist attractions and transportation within Russia only accept cash.

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RUSSIA