7 Nights / 8 Days Russia

Trip Itinerary

Itineraries

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Day 1: Arrival in St. Petersburg

Morning: Land at Pulkovo Airport, St. Petersburg. Transfer to your hotel for check-in. Relax and unwind after your journey.

Afternoon: Explore the Old Town of St. Petersburg, known for its charming architecture. Visit the iconic Nevsky Prospekt, the city’s main avenue filled with shops and cafes. Admire the Golden Dome of St. Isaac’s Cathedral, one of the largest Orthodox churches in the world.

Evening: Stroll along the Neva River embankments to enjoy the city’s beauty by night. Attend a performance at the Mariinsky Theatre, a renowned venue for opera and ballet.

Overnight: St. Petersburg

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Day 2: Guided City Tour & Hermitage Museum

Morning: Embark on a guided city tour of St. Petersburg, covering landmarks such as Palace Square, Peter and Paul Fortress, and the Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood, a masterpiece of Russian architecture.

Afternoon: Visit the Hermitage Museum, housed in the Winter Palace. Explore one of the largest art collections in the world, featuring works by da Vinci, Rembrandt, and Michelangelo.

Evening: Enjoy dinner at a traditional Russian restaurant OR Take a night cruise along the canals of St. Petersburg to admire the city’s illuminated bridges.

Overnight: St. Petersburg

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Day 3: Peterhof Palace & Gardens

Morning: Take a hydrofoil ride or drive to Peterhof Palace, also known as the "Russian Versailles." Explore the Grand Palace and its exquisite interiors.

Afternoon: Wander through the Lower Gardens, famous for their fountains, including the Grand Cascade and Samson Fountain. Return to the city and enjoy a late lunch near the Gulf of Finland.

Evening: Relax and enjoy leisure time in the city. Consider visiting a local market or exploring boutique shops.

Overnight: St. Petersburg

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Day 4: Pushkin & Catherine Palace

Morning: Travel to Pushkin (approx. 30 km, 45 minutes by car) to visit the Catherine Palace, a stunning example of baroque architecture. Marvel at the Amber Room, often referred to as the "Eighth Wonder of the World."

Afternoon: Enjoy a guided walk in the palace gardens, filled with beautifully landscaped paths and pavilions. Return to St. Petersburg for a leisurely afternoon.

Evening: Explore the vibrant Nevsky Prospekt or enjoy dinner at a riverside restaurant.

Overnight: St. Petersburg

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Day 5: St. Petersburg to Moscow (via Sapsan Train)

Morning: Check out and board the Sapsan high-speed train to Moscow (approx. 4 hours). Arrive in Moscow and transfer to your hotel for check-in.

Afternoon: Start your Moscow exploration with a visit to the Red Square, the city’s historic heart. Marvel at St. Basil’s Cathedral, famous for its colorful domes, and the Kremlin Walls.

Evening: Walk along Tverskaya Street, a bustling avenue lined with shops and cafes. Dinner at a fine-dining restaurant offering traditional Russian cuisine.

Overnight: Moscow

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Day 6: Moscow Highlights

Morning: Take a guided tour of the Moscow Kremlin, including its cathedrals and the Armory Chamber, showcasing royal treasures. Visit the Cathedral of Christ the Savior, a majestic Orthodox church.

Afternoon: Explore the Moscow Metro, known as the most beautiful metro system in the world, with its grandiose stations featuring chandeliers, mosaics, and sculptures. Walk along Arbat Street, a historic pedestrian street filled with shops, cafes, and street performers.

Evening: Attend a Circus Performance, showcasing breathtaking acrobatics and artistry.

Overnight: Moscow

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Day 7: Day Trip to Sergiev Posad & Moscow River Cruise

Morning: Take a day trip to Sergiev Posad (approx. 1.5 hours by car or train), a UNESCO World Heritage Site and part of the Golden Ring cities. Visit the Trinity Lavra of St. Sergius, an important monastery.

Afternoon: Return to Moscow and enjoy a leisurely lunch at a local café. Embark on a Moscow River Cruise, offering stunning views of landmarks such as the Kremlin and St. Basil’s Cathedral.

Evening: Farewell dinner at a rooftop restaurant with views of the Moscow skyline.

Overnight: Moscow

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Day 8: Departure

Morning: After breakfast, check out from your hotel.

Transfer to Moscow Domodedovo, Sheremetyevo, or Vnukovo Airport for your onward flight.

Recommended Hotels

Super Luxury

St. Petersburg

  • Belmond Grand Hotel Europe – Nevsky Prospekt
  • Four Seasons Hotel Lion Palace St. Petersburg – Voznesensky Prospekt
  • Hotel Astoria – Saint Isaac's Square
  • Lotte Hotel St. Petersburg – Antonenko Lane

Moscow

  • Ararat Park Hyatt Moscow – Bolshoi Theatre, Red Square
  • Four Seasons Hotel Moscow – Red Square, Kremlin
  • Hotel Baltschug Kempinski Moscow – Across Moskva River, Kremlin
  • Lotte Hotel Moscow – Arbat District, Garden Ring
  • The Carlton, Moscow – Tverskaya Street

Luxury

St. Petersburg

  • Angleterre Hotel – Malaya Morskaya Street
  • Corinthia Hotel St. Petersburg – Nevsky Prospekt
  • Domina St. Petersburg – Moika River Embankment
  • Grand Hotel Moika 22 – Moika River Embankment
  • Kempinski Hotel Moika 22 – Moika River Embankment
  • The State Hermitage Museum Official Hotel – Pravda Street

Moscow

  • Hilton Moscow Leningradskaya – Komsomolskaya Square
  • Hotel Metropol Moscow – Bolshoi Theatre
  • Radisson Collection Hotel, Moscow – Kutuzovsky Prospekt
  • Swissôtel Krasnye Holmy Moscow – Zamoskvorechye District
  • The St. Regis Moscow Nikolskaya – Nikolskaya Street

Standard

St. Petersburg

  • Azimut Hotel Saint Petersburg – Lermontovsky Prospekt
  • Hotel Dostoevsky – Vladimirsky Prospekt
  • Nevsky Grand Hotel – Bolshaya Konyushennaya Street
  • Park Inn by Radisson Nevsky – Goncharnaya Street
  • Solo Sokos Hotel Vasilievsky – Vasilievsky Island

Moscow

  • Azimut Hotel Smolenskaya Moscow – Smolenskaya Street
  • Holiday Inn Moscow Sokolniki – Sokolniki District
  • Ibis Moscow Kievskaya – Kievsky Railway Station
  • Novotel Moscow City – Moscow International Business Center
  • Park Inn by Radisson Sadu – Tretyakov Gallery

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