Top Destinations in Russia and Neighboring Countries for 2019
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Top Destinations in Russia and Neighboring Countries for 2019 Content: Moscow-Saint-Petersburg. A Classical Tour . 2 «Russian Winter» – A Fairy Tale Tour . 4 New Year in Russia. The Golden Ring Tour. 6 Ethnographical Tour . 8 Winter in Siberia. Baikal «A Multiactive Tour» . 10 Winter in Siberia. New Year on Lake Baikal . 11 The Trans-Siberian Railroad . 12 Russian Cruises. 14 Winter Tours Round Spitsbergen . 16 Helsinki – St. Petersburg – Moscow Tour. 18-19 St. Petersburg – The Baltic Countries by Bus . 19-20 The Baltic Sea Cruises to Russia . 20-21 «Chasing the Northern Light» – Tours in The Arctic Area of Russia. 22 «The Silk Road» – Moscow and Classical Uzbekistan . 24 Aerospace Tourism . 26 «A Military Adventure» – Riding a Tank . 28 FIT Excursions and Transfers in Moscow and St. Petersburg. 29-32 There is hardly a country in the world where such a variety of scenery and vegetation is. On the vast territory of the country, there is a variety of climate, from arctic in the north to subtropical in the south. Russia attracts many tourists due to its changeable seasons. There are four seasons of the year in Russia; each has its charm and attraction. Visiting the same city in summer and winter is often like visiting two different cities. However, Russia is a northern country, and so winter tourism is also well developed, and the country offers a wide range of winter sports as well as a wide range of winter destina- tions for sightseeing programs. We have prepared for you an overview of some of the most exciting destinations in Russia for winter 2018/2019 where you will be able to enjoy a real Russian winter. Consider that most of the proposed tours will be available throughout the year as well. Spectrum DMC • Tel.: +7 (495) 99-58-999 • www.spectrum-russia.com 1 Day Excursion Program Day Excursion Program Day 1 • Arrival in Moscow Day 4 • Breakfast at the hotel • Guided transfer from the airport • St. Basil’s Cathedral with guide • Old Arbat • Free time Sapsan train Moscow – Saint Peters- • Overnight at the hotel burg (2nd class) • Transfer from the Railway Station Day 2 • Breakfast at the hotel • Overnight at the hotel • Excursion to Kremlin (territory + Armoury) Day 5 • Breakfast at the hotel • City tour • City tour • Metro tour • Visit to the Hermitage Moscow and St. Petersburg – • Overnight at the hotel Day 3 • Breakfast at the hotel • Excursion to Sergiev Posad Day 6 • Breakfast at the hotel Two Major Russian Cities • Lunch (included) • Excursion to Pushkin • Overnight at the hotel • Overnight at the hotel Moscow – Saint-Petersburg – 7 days / 6 nights Day 7 • Breakfast at the hotel • Transfer to the Airport • Departure A city that never sleeps, the third Rome, the ra. However, none of these names can fully place that does enjoy diversity, the capital express elegance, unique charm and origi - of Russia – Moscow. Moscow is the largest nality of this city. St. Petersburg is a marve- city in Russia with almost 15 million inhab- lous ensemble, consisting of beautiful subur- Price for the tour, in EURO per pax. itants. Today, Moscow is not only the politi- ban palaces, mansions and wonderful parks. Hotel 10+1 15+1 20+1 25+1 S.Suppl cal center of Russia, but also the country’s The city has the highest number of canals Hotels3* 475 460 395 390 165 leading city in population, industrial output, and bridges in Russia 35 of which are on the cultural, scientific, and educational impor- UNESCO world heritage list. Hotels4* 590 570 520 495 210 tance. There is so much waiting for you in the St. Petersburg is a great place to visit all Hotels5* 780 760 695 680 295 city of Moscow. There is a lot of museums, year round, and a visit to the cultural capi- theatres and educational institutions in Mos - tal of Russia in winter has many advantages Price includes: cow. Apart from the historical and cultural over a tour in summer when the city is packed • Hotel accommodation – 3–4–5*, TWIN/DBL BB places, there are many entertainment places with tourists. In winter you can calmly walk • All transfers and transport during tourist program (10+1, 15+1 minibus, groups 20+1, 25+1 – bus) • English-speaking (any other language) guide during the program in Moscow: restaurants, cinemas, casinos, around museums, galleries, palaces, and • Entrance tickets according the program nightclubs, etc. exhibitions without having to push through • Tour leader Free of charge St. Petersburg is called in different ways – crowds of people. Hotel prices are also a lot Northern Venice, North Palmira, North Auro - cheaper in winter. Extra Charge: Fast-speed Sapsan train tickets Moscow-St. Petersburg 2 Spectrum DMC • Tel.: +7 (495) 99-58-999 • www.spectrum-russia.com 3 spirit is produced. At the end of the tour you may taste three types of vodka of diverse strengths. • In winter you also have an opportunity to ride around the snow-covered grounds in a troika (a traditional three-horse sleigh), with ringing bells and the rush of traveling you will become part of the Russian folk tradi- tion. No Russian wedding and winter holi- day could do without this amazing fun. • What can be more authentic Russian than a banya (steam bath)? This ancient bathhouse tradition is one of the most well known sym- A fairy tale of bols of the nation. Besides washing Banya is a place for communication. Russians don’t The Russian Winter spend all their time in the parnaya (a room with hot wet steam). During a break we walk St. Petersburg – Moscow 8 Days / 7 Nights out to another room that has a large long table and a few benches. There people take a break from the hot temperature and relax, 27 km away from St. Petersburg. After the drink aroma tea or special herbal tea, have visit to the palace you can do a traditional conversations about life and share their ide- Russian troika ride around the park; Visiting St. Petersburg and Moscow in Win- formed in the cities at this time of year. Moreo- as to each other. Banya can be followed by • An excursion to Kremlin (territory+Ar- ter – what to Expect? What associations do ver, of course, the most prominent theatres will a refreshing leap into snow or even into a moury); you have with the Russian winter? Freezing invite you to enjoy their winter repertoire. hole cut through a frozen pool. • Old Arbat (a walking tour); cold, endless snowy expanses… You will find many New Year’s fairs in the • Red Square (a walking tour); Visits to St. Petersburg and Moscow pro- city center that exhibit works of Russian folk Tour highlights: • The Izmailovo Kremlin Vodka Museum with vide a unique opportunity to see the real art and contemporary handmade crafts. Take • A panoramic tour of both winter cities al- tasting; Russian winter with no fear of severe freez- part in various master classes including fes- lows you to learn their history and feel their • An excursion to Sergiev Posad – the ing. The average temperatures in winter vary tive treats, rides and competitions, native magic Christmas atmosphere; spiritual center of Russian Orthodoxy. The between 5 and 13 degrees below zero. Just Russian games, as well as performances by • An excursion to the State Hermitage Mu- main sight of the city is the Trinity-Sergius dress warmly and you will be fine: a pair of folk groups. seum; Lavra (monastery), a monument of culture gloves and warm, waterproof boots will do; a All kinds of extremely popular activities • An excursion to Pavlovsk – the summer res- and art included in the list of UNESCO warm coat, a hat, a scarf, and some thermal and winter sports are at your choice: skiing, idence of Tsar Paul I and his family, located World Heritage. underwear, but please do not overdo. It is ice skating, hockey, snowboarding and, of very warm inside all houses, they are prop- course, snowball throwing and snowman Price for the tour, in EURO per pax. erly heated. making. It is a truly authentic Russian winter Hotel 10+1 15+1 20+1 25+1 S.Suppl Feel magic Christmas atmosphere of both experience. cities. Admire the charms of snow-covered Celebrate New Year and Christmas as the Hotels 3* 670 640 610 570 210 streets, frozen canals and rives. New Year Russians do! New Year’s Eve itself is a magi- Hotels 4* 790 770 730 680 270 decorations are in the streets already in No- cal experience for residents and visitors. The Hotels 5* 1005 970 940 880 375 vember: glittering garlands along the ave- streets become crowded at around midnight, nues, Christmas trees on squares, snowflakes fireworks glitter everywhere, and everybody Price includes: falling slowly – the atmosphere becomes is partying until dawn and beyond. • Hotel accommodation – 3-4-5*, TWIN/DBL BB magic and fairy. • All transfers and transport during the tourist program (10+1, 15+1 minibus, groups 20+1, 25+1 – bus) All museums and galleries are open. You will Main Russian experiences • English-speaking guide during the program • Entrance tickets according to the program not have to wait to enter any of them like during to gain in winter: • Tour leader – free of charge the summer season: art, silence, and harmo- • Do not forget to visit the Vodka Museum, ny... Different art and music festivals are per- where you can learn how the grain-based Extra Charge: High-speed Sapsan train tickets –St. Petersburg- Moscow 4 Spectrum DMC • Tel.: +7 (495) 99-58-999 • www.spectrum-russia.com 5 dog-sleighing, cross-country skiing through forests or horse riding across snowy fields.