Two Russias
Best for
Couples, Culture Seekers
Duration
6N/7D
Season
May–September
Difficulty
Easy
Vibe
Cultural, Heritage
A Tibro Journey
Moscow's Kremlin and chandelier-lit metro, then the fast train north to St Petersburg. Catherine's Palace, the Hermitage, the Neva. The capital and the old imperial city in six nights.
Amazing Russia: Moscow + St Petersburg is a 6N/7D heritage & culture journey through Russia. Highlights include Kremlin + Red Square, Sapsan high-speed train, Hermitage + Catherine Palace.
Signature Moments
Three Mornings You'll Remember
No. 01
Kremlin + Red Square
Kremlin + Red Square
No. 02
Sapsan high-speed train
Sapsan high-speed train
No. 03
Hermitage + Catherine Palace
Hermitage + Catherine Palace
No. 01
Kremlin + Red Square
Kremlin + Red Square
No. 02
Sapsan high-speed train
Sapsan high-speed train
No. 03
Hermitage + Catherine Palace
Hermitage + Catherine Palace
Day by Day
6N/7D, in order
Day 1
Arrive Moscow
Upon arrival at Moscow International Airport, you will be greeted by your designated driver who will assist you with your luggage and escort you to your private transfer vehicle. Enjoy a comfortable drive through the historic city as you head toward your hotel. Once at the hotel, complete the check-in formalities. Please note that the standard check-in time is 14:00 hrs. If you arrive earlier, you may choose to relax in the hotel lobby or explore the nearby surroundings while your room is being prepared. Spend the rest of the day at leisure. Unwind after your journey, enjoy the hotel amenities, or take a short walk to get your first glimpse of the vibrant capital city. Overnight stay at your hotel in Moscow.
Day 2
Moscow City Tour
Start your day with a delicious breakfast at the hotel. Afterward, meet your friendly local English-speaking guide in the hotel lobby to begin an exciting day of sightseeing around Moscow, filled with rich history, architecture, and photo opportunities. Your panoramic city tour includes visits to the following iconic landmarks (external views and photo stops): - Cathedral of Christ the Saviour (outside view) – Marvel at the grandeur of Russia’s tallest Orthodox Christian church, known for its golden domes and imposing neoclassical architecture. - Patriarch Bridge – Enjoy panoramic views of the Moscow River and the city skyline, a perfect spot for capturing memorable photos. - Novodevichy Convent (outside view) – See this UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for its beautiful 16th-century architecture and serene setting near a lake. - Sparrow Hills – One of Moscow’s highest points, offering breathtaking views over the city. - Cable Car Ride (One-Way) – Take a scenic ride down from Sparrow Hills, gliding over the Moskva River for stunning aerial views. - Moscow Metro Tour – Explore the underground palaces of the city’s famous metro system. Admire the grandeur of beautifully designed stations, known for their marble columns, mosaics, and chandeliers. After the tour, return to your hotel. Overnight stay at your hotel in Moscow.
Day 3
Kremlin & Cathedrals
Start your morning with a delicious breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast, meet your knowledgeable local guide in the hotel lobby and set out for an immersive cultural tour exploring Moscow's most iconic landmarks.
Day 4
Moscow to St. Petersburg
Start your day with a hearty breakfast at the hotel, enjoying your final morning in Moscow. After breakfast, complete the check-out formalities, then meet your private driver in the hotel lobby. You will be transferred comfortably to the railway terminal to board the modern Sapsan high-speed train bound for St. Petersburg. Russia’s cultural capital. Enjoy a smooth and scenic journey aboard the Sapsan, which travels at speeds of up to 250 km/h and offers a comfortable and efficient way to experience Russia’s landscape between the two great cities. The journey typically takes around 4 hours. Upon arrival at St. Petersburg railway station, meet your local driver and transfer to your hotel. After check-in, take time to relax and settle in, or begin exploring the charm of St. Petersburg at your leisure. Overnight stay at your hotel in St. Petersburg.
Day 5
City Tour of St. Petersburg
Begin your day with a delicious breakfast at the hotel, preparing for an immersive exploration of Russia's cultural capital. After breakfast, meet your local guide in the hotel lobby and set off on a guided city tour of St. Petersburg, renowned for its elegant architecture, imperial history, and vibrant streets.
Day 6
Catherine Palace & Grand Market
Start your day with a hearty breakfast at the hotel, then meet your local guide in the lobby to begin a fascinating day trip beyond the city centre. Proceed on a scenic drive to the town of Pushkin (formerly Tsarskoye Selo), located about 25 km south of St. Petersburg. This charming town is home to one of Russia’s most splendid architectural gems. Catherine Palace.
Day 7
Departure
Enjoy your final breakfast at the hotel, soaking in the last moments of your tropical getaway. After breakfast, complete the check-out formalities. You will then be transferred to Pulkovo International Airport for your flight back home. *** END OF TOUR ****
Where You'll Stay
Hand-Picked Hotels
Moscow
Holiday Inn Suschevsky
St. Petersburg
Holiday Inn Moskovskye Vorota
Moscow
Holiday Inn Suschevsky
St. Petersburg
Holiday Inn Moskovskye Vorota
Honestly
Things most travel sites won't tell you.
On-the-ground details your designer wishes every guest knew before they landed.
Things to Look Out For
The White Nights
For a few weeks around late June, St Petersburg barely gets dark. The sun dips and the sky stays a luminous dusk past midnight. The city throws festivals and the bridges over the Neva lift at night to let the ships through, a spectacle people gather for. It is the most magical time to be there, and also the busiest; book early.
The Moscow Metro as a museum
Moscow's metro stations are palaces underground. Chandeliers, mosaics, marble, bronze. The grand ones cluster on the Circle line: Komsomolskaya, Mayakovskaya, Novoslobodskaya. Buy a single ride and treat half a day as a museum tour. Signage is in Cyrillic, so screenshot your stops in Latin script before you go down.
The Hermitage is too big for a day
The State Hermitage in St Petersburg holds three million works across the Winter Palace and beyond. You cannot see it all, and trying will exhaust you. Pick a route in advance: the Rembrandts, the Impressionists, the state rooms. Go at opening or in the last two hours to dodge the cruise crowds, and book the ticket online.
- №1
The White Nights
For a few weeks around late June, St Petersburg barely gets dark. The sun dips and the sky stays a luminous dusk past midnight. The city throws festivals and the bridges over the Neva lift at night to let the ships through, a spectacle people gather for. It is the most magical time to be there, and also the busiest; book early.
- №2
The Moscow Metro as a museum
Moscow's metro stations are palaces underground. Chandeliers, mosaics, marble, bronze. The grand ones cluster on the Circle line: Komsomolskaya, Mayakovskaya, Novoslobodskaya. Buy a single ride and treat half a day as a museum tour. Signage is in Cyrillic, so screenshot your stops in Latin script before you go down.
- №3
The Hermitage is too big for a day
The State Hermitage in St Petersburg holds three million works across the Winter Palace and beyond. You cannot see it all, and trying will exhaust you. Pick a route in advance: the Rembrandts, the Impressionists, the state rooms. Go at opening or in the last two hours to dodge the cruise crowds, and book the ticket online.
The Details
What's Included
Included
- 03 nights’ accommodation inclusive breakfast at Moscow
- 03 nights’ accommodation inclusive breakfast at St. Petersburg
- Private Car or Minivan according to the itinerary
- English Speaking guide according to the itinerary
- Registration Fee
Not Included
- 5% Government Service Tax is an applicable addition to the total invoice.
- 5% / 20% Tax Collected at Source (TCS) – claimable
- Hotel City tax/ Resort Fees / Green Tax, etc. If any will have to be paid by clients directly at the hotel
Plan Your Timing
When to Go
Russia's western cities are at their best from May to September, when the days are long, the parks and palace gardens are open, and the weather is mild. Late June brings St Petersburg's White Nights, the peak of the calendar. Winter, December to March, is cold and dark but has its own pull: snow on Red Square, the ballet season, and, far north at Murmansk, the aurora and the husky-sled country. April and October are muddy shoulder months between the two.
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