8 Days Classic Travel date 21 to 29 Sep 2019 TOUR INFORMATION CLASSIC RUSSIA

INTRODUCTION

The biggest country in the world – Russia has always evoked a mysterious aura – from the all-powerful Tsar, Peter the Great, Ivan the Terrible …… to the communist regime with names like Lenin, Stalin or the infamous KGB. Historical sites and cultural activities in the country’s great cities abound.

This trip takes you to Moscow, the epicenter of the power of Russia. Besides, covering the “must sees”; such as the Red Square and the Kremlim, we also visit the true gem of the Russian capital - Tretyakov Gallery and get into Closed Star City to meet one of the cosmonauts.

Then continue onto St Petersburg, a city which never fails to amaze with her abundance of fine edifice from the European Renaissance period. It’s opulence often leads to one mistaking her as a premier Western European city. There are definitely endless opportunities to visit the world-class museums and palaces here.

SPECIALS

• A unique opportunity to get into the closed Star City and meet one of the cosmonauts • Private Bunker tour led by a historian • Backstage tour in one of the renowned theater, including a performance with best seat • Early-entry to the in St. Petersburg • All meals included with 1 glass of juice/beer/wine • Tipping to Guide, Driver & Porter included • Accompanied by Scott Dunn’s Travel Concierge • Comprehensive Travel Insurance included

DEPARTURE DETAILS

ITINERARY DAY BY DAY • Land Tour Price: Twin Sharing: S$ 11,880/- Day 1 21 Sep (Sat) Arrive Moscow Single Supplement: S$ 2,780/- Day 2 22 Sep (Sun) Moscow • Airfare (subject to availability) Economy from S$ 2,140/- Day 3 23 Sep (Mon) Moscow Business from S$ 8,843/- Day 4 24 Sep (Tue) Moscow / Vladmir / Suzdal • Deposit amount: Day 5 25 Sep (Wed) Suzdal / Sergiev Posad / St. Petersburg S$ 2,000/ per person Day 6 26 Sep (Thu) St. Petersburg • Registration Closing Date: Day 7 27 Sep (Fri) St. Petersburg 21 Jun 2019 or when tour is fully Day 8 28 Sep (Sat) Depart St. Petersburg subscribed • Travel date: 21 – 29 Sep 2019 • Early Bird Offer: First 4 rooms booking will enjoy complementary upgrade from Superior Room to Premium Room at Four Seasons St. Petersburg for 3 nights

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DAY 01 - 21 SEP (SAT) - SINGAPORE MOSCOW

Flight:

21 Sep - Singapore / Dubai EK 405 0140/0450 (7h 10m) 21 Sep - Dubai / Moscow EK 133 0940/1350 (5h 10m) Upon arrival, be met & transfer to Four Seasons Moscow.

Many say that Moscow is not a real city but a conglomeration of villages, each with its own flavor. This afternoon, embark on a city tour which includes Sparrow Hills, embankments of the Moscow River, the University, and the newly reconstructed world’s tallest Eastern Orthodox Church in the world - Christ the Savior cathedral.

End the day with a visit to the lovely Novodevichy Convent, with its cluster of sparkling dome and gorgeous turreted wall. It is probably the best-known cloister of Moscow. Unlike other Moscow monasteries, it has remained virtually intact since the 17th century. In 2004, it was proclaimed a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Accommodation: Four Seasons Moscow Meals: Dinner included

DAY 02 - 22 SEP (SUN) - MOSCOW

Visit the Kremlin in the late morning, you will visit the Armory Museum with a vast collection of Imperial Russian artwork. You will have a chance to see the greatest collection of Faberge Imperial Easter Eggs. At noon time, visit The Russian Diamond Fund. It boasts unique collections of the Russian, Western European and Eastern applied arts spanning the period from the 5th to the 20th centuries. At the end of the Kremlin tour, walk through Alexander Garden along the majestic walls of the Kremlin, see the Lenin’s Mausoleum and St Basil’s Cathedral (from the outside), the wonderfully ornamented quincunx of onion domes which is the best-known building in Russia.

This afternoon, visit the true gem of the Russian capital - Tretyakov Gallery. Comprising the world’s best collection of the Russian art, it is a place to visit for any connoisseur of art, wishing to plunge into Russian life and culture in the best traditions of the world fine arts.

Accommodation: Four Seasons Moscow Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included

DAY 03 - 23 SEP (MON) - MOSCOW

This morning, a unique opportunity to get into the closed Star City, learn its history and see the simulators Russian cosmonauts use. In 1961, at the height of the space race between the U.S. and the USSR, a secret closed city was built to the north from Moscow to train Russian cosmonauts.

In the afternoon, admire the extravagant décor of the Russian capital’s celebrated metro stations built during the Soviet period. End the day with a private visit of Stalin’s Bunker, enjoy some mystic stories and the Soviet Russian history. It is tightly connected with the name of Joseph Stalin – one of the most controversial and disputed figures of the 20th century.

Accommodation: Four Seasons Moscow Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included

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DAY 04 -24 SEP (TUE) - MOSCOW | VLADMIR | SUZDAL

Morning visit to the opened air Museum, Former Country Residence of Russian Tzars. The history of Kolomenskoye is intertwined with the history of the Russian monarchy. It was a home for Peter the Great during his early years.

In the afternoon, drive to Vladimir, one of the Golden Ring cities. Enjoy a local delicacy lunch in one of the riverside cafeterias, pancakes with caviar and vodka.

Vladimir was one of the medieval capitals of Russia and nowadays having 3 UNESCO World Heritage listed sites. The Golden Gate, originally a tower over the city’s main gate. The Assumption Cathedral, finest piece of pre-Mongol architecture and The Cathedral of Saint Demetrius, famous for its white-stone carvings.

After your tour of Vladimir, drive to the diamond of the Golden Ring cities, Suzdal. Stepping into Suzdal is like stepping back in time, the cute wooden cottages mingling with golden cupolas that reflect in the river.

Check in to your hotel in Suzdal for 1 night.

Accommodation: Art Hotel Nikolaevsky Posad Meals: Breakfast & Dinner included

DAY 05 - 25 SEP (WED) - SUZDAL | SERGIEV POSAD | ST.PETERSBURG

This morning, we visit Sergiev Posad, the religious capital of Russia that offers a beautifully restored Monastery and the walled fortress of Troitse-Sergiev Monastery, one of Russia’s most beautiful, where pilgrims have journeyed since the 14th century.

In the afternoon, drive back to Moscow for your onward train to St. Petersburg.

Train: 25 Sep - Moscow / St. Petersburg 776A 1740/2130 (3h 50m) Sapsan Upon arrival, be transferred and check into Four Seasons St. Petersburg.

Accommodation: Four Seasons St. Petersburg Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner on the train

DAY 06 - 26 SEP (THU) - ST.PETERSBURG

Devote the morning to Hermitage, which compares with Louvre or British Museum as a truly world-class museum. Then, spend time at the Palace Square – the central city square of St. Petersburg and of the former Russian Empire. The iconic Alexander Column is located in the centre and it witnessed many historical events.

This afternoon, visit Peter & Paul Fortress, the best place to tell the history of the city. Then take a private boat tour along the canal to see the city from a different perspective.

Accommodation: Four Seasons St. Petersburg Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included

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DAY 07 -27 SEP (FRI) - ST.PETERSBURG

This morning, we make an excursion to the former summer residences of the Russian court Peterhof. You will visit the Grand Palace itself as well as explore the lovely garden – with both French and English style sections.

Then we go on a walking tour. You will walk along , the main street of the city, past the Bronze Horseman statue of Peter the Great, the first Stock Exchange, Decembrist’s Square, Vasilievsky Island, Smolny, Cathedral, Palace Square and the Admiralty building and many beautiful bridges of the city. You will also visit the beautiful St Isaac and Church of Spilled Blood.

This afternoon visits the , which collection contains more than 400.000 exhibits. The main complex of museum buildings, the Mikhailovsky Palace and Benois Wing, houses the permanent exhibition, tracing the entire history of Russian art from the tenth to the twentieth centuries.

Accommodation: Four Seasons St. Petersburg Meals: Breakfast & Dinner included

DAY 08 - 28 SEP (SAT) - ST.PETERSBURG SINGAPORE

Enjoy the morning at leisure.

This afternoon visits the magnificent summer residence of the Russian Tsars - Pushkin (), with the Amber Room inside, which is considered to be one of the world’s wonders.

Flight: 28 Sep - St. Petersburg / Dubai EK 176 2355/0655+1 (6h 00m)

29 Sep - Dubai / Singapore EK 382 0920/2055 (7h 35m)

Arrive in Singapore on Day 9, 29 Sep.

Accommodation: N/A Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included

Raffles City Tower #10-03, 250 North Bridge Road, Singapore 179101 | Tel: +65 3158 6530 | Travel Licence No: 029233 [email protected] | www.scottdunn.com PRICE INFORMATION CLASSIC RUSSIA

Land tour price per person Hotels Twin share Single Supplement Moscow: Four Seasons (Deluxe Room) Suzdal: Art Hotel Nikolaevsky Posad (Junior Suite) S$ 11,880/- S$ 2,780/- St. Petersburg: Four Seasons (Superior Room)

* These prices are based on minimum 8 people travelling together.

Airline Airfare price per person Economy Class Emirates (EK) S$ 1,568 + tax S$ 572 = S$ 2,140/- Singapore / Dubai / Moscow / Business Class: St. Petersburg / Dubai / Singapore S$ 7,695 + tax S$ 1,148 = S$ 8,843/-

*Airfare & Taxes are calculated as of 20 Nov 2018 and subject to change & availability. Should you wish to explore alternative flying routes, do consult our friendly consultants.

COST INCLUDES COST EXCLUDES

• High speed train between Moscow & St. Petersburg on • International Airfare to Russia 1st class carriage. • Visa (if required) • Professional English Speaking National Guide • Personal expenses such as tips, laundry, bar bills and etc. • Tours and transfers in air-conditioned vehicle • All Entrance fees where applicable • Accommodation as stated with daily breakfast • Meals as stated with 1 glass of beer/wine/juice per meal • Unlimited supply of bottled water • Tipping to local Guide, Driver & Porter • Comprehensive Travel insurance • Service of a Scott Dunn Travel Concierge

Raffles City Tower #10-03, 250 North Bridge Road, Singapore 179101 | Tel: +65 3158 6530 | Travel Licence No: 029233 [email protected] | www.scottdunn.com