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TSAR VISIT is a sales agency that organizes and sells guided tours and excursions for visitors in . Thanks to Visit, discover Russia with a professional guide who speaks your native language!

We offer two types of visits: 1 Open groups with pre-organized schedules to visit the most popular and must-see sites in Russia at a reduced admission cost

Private groups for those who want to discover 2 Russia at their own pace and schedule

Tsar Visit is part of the business group Tsar Voyages, specialist in since 2004. Thanks to the expertise and experience of Tsar Voyages, which has offices in and St-Petersburg, we can offer you high-quality excursions to discover the essential touristic spots, exceptional museums, and the best touristic destinations.

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Moscow 1/ The secrets of the 2/ Walking tour in the center of Moscow 3/ The golden of the Zamoskvoretche 4/ Discover Moscow's vibrant nightlife on a soviet-era 4x4 van 5/ The Radisson cruiser 6/ Behind the scenes of the Bolshoi 7/ The , the Arbat district, and the Christ the Saviour cathedral 8/ Panoramic tour of Moscow 9/ The 10/ The Izmailovo kremlin 11/ estate 12/ 13/ The impressionists at the 14/ The museum of cosmonautics 15/ Mystical Moscow in transport 16/ Bunker 42 at the Taganka metro 17/ Moscow, capital of 5 religions

St-Petersburg 1/ The Yusupov 2/ 3/ Panoramic tour of St-Petersburg 4/ The Hermitage 5/ 6/ A day to discover the 7/ Cathedral of the Saviour on spilled blood 8/ 9/ St-Isaac’s cathedral Page 2

MOSCOW

T H E S E C R E T S O F T H E K R E M L I N

The fortress of the Kremlin, center of the imperial and Soviet power in Russia, is full of legends and mysteries. Discover all its secrets during a walking tour in the Alexandrovsky garden and on the .

A 2-hour guided tour

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You will see : Alexandrovsky garden, Red square

The towers of the Kremlin fortress proudly stand on the Borovitsky Hill. They have seen the greatest figures of the Russian history, and still keep some of their secrets. What fantastic animal used to live on this hill before the Kremlin was built? Who was once imprisoned in these towers? Why did want to find ’s library so badly? Which star did the first Soviets chose? Come and discover many other mysteries - and their explanation! - during this visit.

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W A L K I N G T O U R I N T H E C E N T E R O F M O S C O W

What could be better than discovering Moscow on foot? With your guide, take the time to explore the city center and its most famous neighborhoods. Learn more about Moscow and its wonders, from Red Square, to Kitai Gorod, or by walking through Teatralnaya Square.

A 3-hour guided tour

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You will see: the Bolshoi Theatre, the State Duma, the Eternal Flame in front of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the Alexander Gardens, Red Square, the Romanov palace, Park

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T H E G O L D E N D O M E S O F T H E Z A M O S K V O R E T C H E

"Zamoskvoretche" means “beyond the Moskova river”, and refers to a Moscow district full of churches and mansions of very different times and styles. Let your guide tell you the numerous stories that resonate with the great .

A 2-hour guided tour

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You will see: Zamoskvoretchie district, Marfo-Mariinsky Convent, Church St-Nicolas of Pyzhie

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D I S C O V E R M O S C O W ' S V I B R A N N I G H T L I F E O N A S O V I E T - E R A 4 X 4 V A N

Feeling like discovering Moscow's vibrant nightlife while seeing the city lights at night? Join us on a 4-hour pub crawl aboard a typical UAZ Soviet van where you will be treated to complimentary local beers and Russian champagne, and of course the best of Russian pop and dance tunes!

4h

Tour available every day (departure at 21:00)

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In summer or in winter, discover T H E R A D I S S O N some of the most beautiful buildings in Moscow, from the C R U I S E R to the Kremlin, on a comfortable cruiser winding along the river. A leisurely yet elegant outing for breathtaking views, this cruise is unforgettable.

You will see: the Russian White House (the seat of the Russian government), the Novodevichy Convent, Gorky Park, the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour, the Kremlin, the St. Basil the Blessed Cathedral

A 2h30 guided tour on a cruiser Pick-up option

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B E H I N D T H E S C E N E S O F T H E B O L S H O I

The symbol of Moscow and Russian art, and a theatre renowned around the world, the Bolshoi Theatre is a fascinating part of Moscow life. Explore behind the scenes of the sumptuous theatre that has presenting the greatest ballets, operas, and concerts since 1776.

A 2-hour guided tour

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You will see: the historic stage, the best private boxes and the gallery, the rehearsal halls, the great chandelier

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T H E M O S C O W M E T R O , T H E A R B A T D I S T R I C T , A N D T H E C H R I S T T H E S A V I O U R C A T H E D R A L

On this walking tour, discover the wide variety of Russian architectural masterpieces, from the underground palaces of the Metro to the largest cathedral in the city, while passing by some of the aristocratic residences of the 19th century.

A 3-hour guided tour

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You will see: the most remarkable Moscow Metro stations, , the hotels favored by aristocratic and artistic personalities, the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour

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P A N O R A M I C T O U R O F M O S C O W

A program rich in discoveries and anecdotes, the city tour by mini-bus allows you to discover the must-see attractions of the Russian capital, regardless if you are in Moscow for a short or a longer stay.

You will see: the Bolshoi Theater, Stalin’s Seven Sisters, the Red A 4-hour guided tour Square, the Christ the Savior cathedral, the Novodevichy convent, the Duma Pick-up option

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T H E M O S C O W K R E M L I N

Let your guide help you discover the Kremlin in Moscow, one of the brightest jewels of Russian history and culture. The Moscow Kremlin is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with its many churches, magnificent palaces, and exciting museums.

A 2-hour guided tour

Entrance tickets Priority entry to the Kremlin

Visit the territory of the Kremlin, Interiors of the Cathedral of the Archangel, Cathedral of the Annunciation, and Cathedral of the Dormition, Palace of the Patriarch and the Ivan the Great Bell Tower, , Amusement Palace, , Kremlin Palace of Congresses, and Senate Palace

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T H E I Z M A I L O V O K R E M L I N

You want to bring back souvenirs of your Russian trip but don’t know where to buy them? Izmailovo is for you. A fortress where Russians come to buy things to decorate their dachas, Izmailovo is both a souvenir market and a flea market.

A 1h30 guided tour

You will see: the wooden Church of St. Thomas the Thaumaturge, the wedding office and the Lovers’ Tree, Moscow's largest handicraft and souvenir market

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K O L O M E N S K O Y E E S T A T E

The ancient domain of the Moscow Princes, and then the Czars of Russia from the 14th century, Kolomenskoye Park is a greenspace where the Museum and the Church of the Ascension, the first church made of stones in an octagonal shape in Russia and classified as UNESCO World Heritage Site, are nested. This is a relaxing and instructive excursion in the heart of Russian nature.

A 2-hour guided tour

You will see: the Church of Our Lady of Kazan, the Church of the Ascension (the exterior), the Museum of the History of Kolomenskoye, the wooden house of Peter I

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T R E T Y A K O V G A L L E R Y

An essential museum to visit while in Moscow, the Tretyakov Gallery possesses one of the largest collections of icons and Russian paintings from the 12th to the 20th century. While exploring the museum with your guide, you will discover the richness of throughout the centuries.

A 3-hour guided tour

You will see: the permanent collections of the Tretyakov Gallery covering the period from the 17th century to the beginning of the 20th century, the collection of icons from the 12th to the 17th centuries.

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T H E I M P R E S S I O N I S T S A T T H E P U S H K I N M U S E U M

A museum of antique and contemporary collections, the Pushkin Museum is a museum rich in Russian, European, and ancient paintings and and works of art. The Pushkin Museum has preserved its original purposes of instruction and education.

A 2-hour guided tour

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You will see: European and American impressionists and post-impressionists, World-famous works of Matisse, Monet and Van Gogh

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T H E M U S E U M O F C O S M O N A U T I C S

A must-see for those who want to know everything about space adventure, the Museum of Cosmonautics traces the history of astronautics from the 1920’s to the present day. Located at the entrance of the VDNKh Exhibition Park, it is impressive for its architecture and especially for the diversity and richness of its collections.

A 2-hour tour

You will see: the first satellites, the reconstruction of the Soyuz Space Station, a full-size Soyuz spacecraft

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M Y S T I C A L M O S C O W I N T R A N S P O R T

During this excursion, you will discover an unknown facet of the Russian capital, which was the scene of mysterious stories and tragic destinies. You will dive into a world populated by aristocrats, adventurers, poor lovers and great artists.

A 2-hour guided tour

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B U N K E R 4 2 A T T H E T A G A N K A M E T R O

Dive more than 60m underground to the most secret and secure bunker of the USSR. A former military communication post, the Taganka Bunker is a museum off the beaten track, a veritable labyrinth of the atomic era where the atmosphere of the continues to exist.

A 2-hour guided tour

You will see: the document control point, a documentary film on the Cold War and declassified plans, the Aviation Command Post, the communication center

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M O S C O W , C A P I T A L O F 5 R E L I G I O N S

Capital of the largest country in the world, Moscow welcomes every year people from all around the world. Everyone came with his own culture and religion, and shaped the face of Moscow as it is today. Experience history through the prism of these different religions.

A 2-hour guided tour

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T H E Y U S U P O V P A L A C E

History or art lovers will discover a sumptuous palace marking the end of the . Learn more about one of the most influential Russian royal families, and the lives of Russian nobles before the Revolution.

A 2-hour guided tour

Entrance tickets

You will see: the living quarters of Prince Yusupov, the Moorish Lounge, the major art collections of the Yusupov princes

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T S A R S K O Y E S E L O You will see: the The summer residence of the Russian , Czars, Tsarskoye Selo is a “Imperial the Tsarskoye village” that contains the Catherine Selo Park Palace and the (currently in restoration). This is an essential visit as a part of a tour of St. Petersburg for the sumptuous decorations, the pastel-colored facades, and especially the magnificent gardens of the favorite residence of Nicholas II.

A 4-hour tour

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P A N O R A M I C T O U R O F S T - P E T E R S B U R G

A program rich in discoveries and anecdotes, the panoramic tour of the city in transport will permit you to see St. Petersburg whether you have a short or a longer stay, and to discover the essential sites and places of the capital of the Russian North.

A 3-hour guided tour

You will see: Vasilievski , and the Peter and Paul Fortress, the Senate, the Hermitage, and St. Isaac’s Cathedral, Nevsky Prospect and the Church of the Holy Saviour on Spilled Blood, the Field of Mars, and the Museum of Fine Arts

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T H E H E R M I T A G E

Whether for the Palaces themselves, or for the collections they house, the Hermitage is the must-see museum during any stay in St. Petersburg. From the antiquities to the Impressionists to the great European schools of art, the largest museum in the world will only surprise and delight you.

A 3-hour tour

You will see: the Small Hermitage, the Old Hermitage, the New Hermitage, the and the General Staff Building. The State Halls and St. George’s Hall, the gallery of portraits of the Romanovs, the famous "Peacock Clock”, the Raphael Loggias and the glass collection of the Museum of Porcelain, the collections of European art from the 13th century, including paintings from Raphael, Rubens, and Rembrandt, the collection of French art from the 14th to the 20th century

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P E T E R H O F P A L A C E

The “Russian Versailles” and the symbol of Russia’s elevation to a position of power within Europe, the Peterhof Palace is, without a doubt, one of the most sumptuous palaces within Russia. With your guide, discover the magnificence of the Imperial palace and its Gardens, in which the are some of the greatest curiosities.

A 6-hour tour

You will see: the Upper and Lower Gardens, the interior of the palace, including the and the Room, the fountains, the Grand Cascade, and the maritime horizon

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A D A Y T O D I S C O V E R T H E P A L A C E S You will see: the During the one-day visit, travel back , in time and let yourself be amazed Tsarskoye Selo, by the magnificence of the palaces the Catherine of the czars. The palaces they lived Palace in during the year or the summer residences of the Romanovs will no longer be secrets to you. Enjoy the peaceful surroundings in the parks, and discover the masterpieces adorning the palaces.

A 8-hour tour

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C A T H E D R A L O F T H E S A V I O U R O N S P I L L E D B L O O D

One of the most well-known and picturesque places in St. Petersburg, the Cathedral of the Saviour on Spilled Blood commemorates the location of the assassination of Czar Alexander II. Built in the neo- Russian style and comprised of 7500m² of mosaics, a visit to the cathedral is an essential tour for any stay in St. Petersburg.

A 1-hour visit of the cathedral

You will see: the interior of the cathedral

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P E T E R A N D P A U L F O R T R E S S

A very important military and religious site, the Saints Peter and Paul Fortress is one of the most well- known symbols of St. Petersburg. Its cathedral, whose spire is a St. Petersburg landmark, contains the sepulchers of the Romanov Czars and their families. The Fortress is an essential visit for anyone who wishes to know St. Petersburg and Russia.

A 1-hour visit

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You will see: the Saints Peter and Paul Cathedral, the sepulchers of the Russian Czars, the military and architectural ensemble that makes up the Fortress

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S T - I S A A C ’ S C A T H E D R A L

The center of religious life in St. Petersburg up to the Revolution, St. Isaac’s Cathedral is essential even today to the Capital of the North. Discover a cathedral with rich ornamentation and dimensions beyond the norm. A 1-hour visit of the cathedral

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You will see: the richly decorated interior of the cathedral, the exterior sculptures, the Museum of Art and History

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