We Love —
- Explore the existing and former Capitals of Russia - steeped in history and fantastic architecture
- Includes private guided tours of must see sights, overnight train travel and 4* or 5* hotels throughout.
- Travel from November 2017 -March 2018 and see these two cities at their best -covered in blankets of glittering snow.
Please note: THIS OFFER IS NON REFUNDABLE
Your Destinations —
Moscow is the most populated city in Europe and the northern-most megacity on Earth. As such, it has served as a key geo-political and economical centre, both in Europe and the world.
Built in its heart, and facing one of the many meanders of the Moskva river, is the Moscow Kremlin. This fortified complex has functioned as the Seat of the Grand Dukes, the Residence of the Tsars, and currently is the residence of the President of the Russian Federation; it features four palaces, four cathedrals, and monumental enclosing walls and towers.
Around the Kremlin one can find many of the most important landmarks in Moscow, including the Alexander Garden, Saint Basil’s Cathedral, and the Red Square.
In this setting, and with the same grandeur in mind, the Metropol Hotel was originally built. The hotel is only a few blocks away from the Kremlin, Red Square and Moscow city centre. The Hotel Metropol was thought to serve as a multi-function building, to host important social and political events and feasts, and to accommodate visiting dignitaries. Eventually it was nationalised and housed offices for the growing Soviet bureaucracy.
Often described as the Venice of the North, St Petersburg is a city defined by water. The mighty Neva River empties into the Gulf of Finland near the Fortress of Peter & Paul – the final resting place of the Tsars – and canals snake through the backstreets, passing stately townhouses. Explore this enchanting city and discover the many hidden treasures!
The centuries have been kind to the former capital of the Russian Empire – St Petersburg looks as grand today as when Peter the Great laid the foundation stones in 1703. From his cabin on Petrogradskaya Storona, the Russian emperor invited Europe's leading architects to fill the streets with extravagant palaces and elegant Baroque cathedrals. Today, the historic centre is preserved as a UNESCO World Heritage site, along with the grand palaces of the Romanovs at Peterhof, Pushkin and Pavlovsk.
Your Itinerary —
You may choose to add an excursion package for an additional fee. (Includes a private visit with guide of the Kremlin and two cathedrals in Moscow, and a private visit with guide of the Hermitage in St Petersburg.)
DAY 1 MOSCOW
Arrival in Moscow. Private transfer to the hotel.
Stay at 4* or 5* hotel (depending on the package chosen).
DAY 2 MOSCOW
Breakfast in the hotel.
AM : Private city tour with guide Private visit of the Moscow metro . The guide will also give you your train tickets for Day 3.
PM Free time.
Stay at 4* or 5* hotel (depending on the package chosen).
DAY 3 MOSCOW
Breakfast in the hotel.
AM Free time (Optional Extra: Private visit with guide of Kremlin & 2 cathedrals, can be added at the next stage of booking).
PM Free time
Private transfer to the railway station. Overnight train from Moscow to St Petersburg in 2nd class (4 berths per cabin).
DAY 4 ST PETERSBURG
Arrival in St Petersburg. Private transfer to the hotel.
Free time.
Stay at 4* or 5* hotel (depending on the package chosen).
DAY 5 ST PETERSBURG
Breakfast in the hotel.
AM Private city tour with guide Private visit of Peter and Paul Fortress
PM Free time.
Stay at 4* or 5* hotel (depending on the package chosen).
DAY 6 ST PETERSBURG
Breakfast in the hotel.
AM Free time (Optional Extra: Private visit with guide of the Hermitage, can be added at the next stage of booking)
PM Free time. Stay at 4* or 5* hotel (depending on the package chosen).
DAY 7 ST PETERSBURG
Breakfast in the hotel. Private transfer to the airport Departure
Your Hotels —
You may choose from 4* Hotels or 5* Hotels. All stays include daily breakfast.
You may upgrade to Half Board dining for an additional fee. (Breakfast and a 3 course dinner in the main restaurant including tea or coffee and mineral water)
All rooms sleep up to
Please note: the bed for the 3 adult is likely to be a sofa bed / camp bed.
Offer 1 Hotels - 4* —
The Hotel is located on the crossing of Garden Ring road and prospect Mira, just 3 km away from the Red Square and the Kremlin. Hotel facilities include 85 bedrooms, 3 restaurants and a serene spa with Finnish and herbal saunas, a hammam, a salt aroma-steam and indoor swimming pool.
Located on Tchaikovsky’s street, this smart boutique offers 119 bedrooms, whose design reflect both the master’s musical excellence and the neighborhood’s beautiful gardens and architecture. The Wellness Studio includes a swimming pool, saunas and fitness room.
Offer 2 Hotels - 5* —
Peter I Hotel is situated in the city centre of Moscow on Neglinnaya Street. This is one of the oldest districts of Moscow. It is a short walk to the Kremlin, Bolshoi Theatre, Red Square, St. Basil’s Cathedral and many other attractions of the capital. The hotel building dates back to 1895 and was fully renovated in 2006.
There are 133 spacious rooms alongside a full range of great facilities, such as a fitness centre with pool, beauty salon, restaurant and 24 hour lobby bar.
Author Boutique Hotel is just a 2-minute walk from famous Nevsky Prospekt, 3 minutes from the Fontanka River and 5 minutes from the Vladimirsky Cathedral.
The comfortable modern bedrooms feature a minibar, flat-screen TV and free WiFi.
Enjoy Russian specialties at F.M. Dostoevsky, or Italian cuisine at Bella Leone Restaurant.
Please note: If the hotels above are not available you will be accommodated in one of a similar standard.
Your Journey —
Flights: The flights included are with either a scheduled or no-frills airline and are subject to live availability and prices can change. You can choose your preferred departure times during the booking process. Please select your flight options carefully as departure and arrival airports may differ.
Train: Second class train travel is included from Moscow to St Petersburg (overnight journey - 4 people per cabin)
You may choose to upgrade to first class train travel for an additional fee (2 people per cabin)
Transfers: Included throughout, as per itinerary.
Visa —
A visa is required for entry into Russia.
You will require a letter of invitation to support your visa application, which will be provided by our local supplier. To obtain the letters of invitation required, you will need to send the following information to the local tour company (details will be provided on your voucher)
Last name
First name
Middle name
The date of birth
Passport number
Nationality
Gender
Once you have received your letter of invitation, you will need to apply for a visa.
We would recommend visiting the following website as the visa application process provided by the Russian Nation Tourist Office.
http://www.visitrussia.org.uk/visa/tourist-visa.php
Standard Service – 7 working days - £115
Express Service – 2 working days - £210
(prices correct at time of print, subject to change)
PLEASE NOTE: WHEN APPLYING FOR A VISA IT IS NECESSARY TO PROVIDE YOUR FINGERPRINTS TO THE RUSSIAN AUTHORITIES. YOU MUST DO THIS IN PERSON BY VISITING THEIR OFFICE IN EITHER LONDON OR EDINBURGH
If you do require any assistance, it may be worth contacting the Russian National Tourist Office on 0207 985 1234 to discuss this further.
Voyage Prive cannot be held responsible for visas and full cancellation costs will be incurred in the event the visa is not granted or received in advance of your departure.
Special conditions mandatory: passport information of each client (for visa support and train ticket reservation)
