All of these samples can be modified especially for you the way they satisfy your wishes and interests.

A - EASY ACTIVITY

1) 10.00-16.00
2) 10.00-16.00
3) 10.00-16.00 / 18 hours

Day 1

10:00 Your private, fully licensed guide and professional driver of a comfortable air conditioned vehicle will greet you at passport immigration control next to your ship.

Set off for a JOURNEY TO PUSHKIN (TZARSKOE SELO) - one of St. Petersburg's suburbs within an hour drive from the city center. You will visit former Tsars’ summer residence – Catherine’s Palace including the famous Amber Room - the 8th "wonder" of the World and Catherine's Park with its many beautiful pavilions, sculptures and ponds.

12:00-13:00 lunch( optional)*

You will be taken for a CITY TOUR which includes such prominent sights as: Nevsky Prospect (the main boulevard of St. Petersburg), Anichkov Bridge and Anichkov Palace, the Fontanka and Moika Rivers, Kazan Cathedral, Admiralty, Winter Palace, Palace Square, General Headquarters Arch, Senate Square with the Bronze Horseman (monument to Peter the Great), Palace Bridge, monument to Nicholas the First, University Embankment with its historical buildings including: Kunstkammer, Academy of Sciences, and St. Petersburg State University, Menshikov Palace, and the Academy of Fine Arts. Along with way You'll become acquainted with the history of St. Petersburg and the Romanov family. You will see and take pictures of the marvelous panoramic sights along the banks of the Neva River and the most famous and beautiful sights of the city center.

PETER AND PAUL FORTRESS TOUR is the birth place of St. Petersburg. The fortress developed into a city under the rule of the Romanovs - the ruling dynasty in Russia from Peter's grandfather Mikhail until the last Russian Emperor Nicholas II. You will visit PETER AND PAUL CATHEDRAL where nearly all the Russian emperors are buried.

16:00 Return to the ship

Day 2

10:00 Your private guide and driver meet you at passport immigration control next to your ship.

PETERHOF TOUR - Another summer residence of Russian emperors. You will tour the Upper Garden which resembles Versailles in its planning and, of course, the Lower Park with its incomparable Fountains. You'll be astonished by the Great Cascade with its gold-embossed sculptures glistening amidst springs of crystal clear water! Your guide will show you many beautiful fountains along with pavilions and sculptures that bear historical significance. You'll walk to the bank of the Gulf of Finland and see Kronshtadt City on a far away island

12:00-13:00 lunch( optional)*

On the way back to St. Petersburg you will have a chance to see the "not so touristy" St. Petersburg making a a short METRO TRIP the interiors of which recall palaces not subways.

Enjoy the beauty of SAVIOR ON THE SPILT BLOOD CATHEDRAL, which amazes visitors with its mighty Group, multicolored "onion" domes, magnitude of its decor. The interior has the largest surface in the world covered with mosaics created to depict religious subjects.

16:00 Return to the ship

Day 3

10:00 Your private guide and driver meet you at passport immigration control next to your ship.

ST. ISAAC’S CATHEDRAL TOUR. The dome is gilded with 100 kilograms of gold. St. Isaac’s is ranked as number one in the world for the richness of its interior decoration.

Walk along Nevsky Prospect( central avenue of the city )

12:00-13:00 lunch( optional)*

HERMITAGE EXCURSION - Includes the 4 buildings of this ensemble the Winter Palace, the small Hermitage, the New Hermitage, and the Old Hermitage. Observe the magnificent interiors of the buildings, State Halls, and the most important masterpieces of the Western European artists. When you are inside of its miraculous halls, you'll have a strong sensation of having gone back to the times of the emperors. Depending upon your interests you may wish to visit other sections of the Museum such as the antique sculpture, numismatic/ ancient coins, the art of Egypt, China, Japan, Iran, and other Eastern countries.

16:00 Return to the ship

Easy Tour / Prices

Person	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10	11	12	13	14	15	16
USD	1263	721	539	448	393	355	329	312	300	291	283	277	271	267	263	259

Included:

• Guide services
• Driver services
• Air conditioned vehicle
• Blanket visas (visa-free service)
• Admissions to all museums as per program

Not included:

• Lunches
• Gratuity

B - MODERATE ACTIVITY

1) 9.00-18.00
2) 9.00-18.00
3) 9.00-16.00 / 25 hours

Day 1

9:00 Your private fully licensed guide and professional driver of comfortable, air conditioned vehicle will greet you at passport immigration control next to your ship.

You will be taken for a CITY TOUR which includes such prominent sights as: Nevsky Prospect (the main boulevard of St. Petersburg), Anichkov Bridge and Anichkov Palace, the Fontanka and Moika Rivers, Kazan Cathedral, Admiralty, Winter Palace, Palace Square, General Headquarters Arch, Senate Square with the Bronze Horseman (monument to Peter the Great), Palace Bridge, monument to Nicholas the First, University Embankment with its historical buildings including: Kunstkammer, Academy of Sciences, and St. Petersburg State University, Menshikov Palace, and the Academy of Fine Arts. Along with way You'll become acquainted with the history of St. Petersburg and the Romanov family. You will see and take pictures of the marvelous panoramic sights along the banks of the Neva River and the most famous and beautiful sights of the city center.

PETER AND PAUL FORTRESS TOUR is the birth place of St. Petersburg. The fortress developed into a city under the rule of the Romanovs - the ruling dynasty in Russia from Peter's grandfather Mikhail until the last Russian Emperor Nicholas II. You will visit PETER AND PAUL CATHEDRAL where nearly all the Russian emperors are buried.

12:00 –13:00 lunch( optional)*

PRIVATE CANAL CRUISE along rivers and canals of the “Venice of the North”.

HERMITAGE EXCURSION - Includes the 4 buildings of this ensemble the Winter Palace, the small Hermitage, the New Hermitage, and the Old Hermitage. Observe the magnificent interiors of the buildings, State Halls, and the most important masterpieces of the Western European artists. When you are inside of its miraculous halls, you'll have a strong sensation of having gone back to the times of the emperors. Depending upon your interests you may wish to visit other sections of the Museum such as the antique sculpture, numismatic/ ancient coins, the art of Egypt, China, Japan, Iran, and other Eastern countries.

18:00 Return to the ship.

Day 2

9:00 Your private guide and driver meet you at passport immigration control next to your ship.

Set off for a JOURNEY TO PUSHKIN (TZARSKOE SELO) - one of St. Petersburg's suburbs within an hour drive from the city center. You will visit former Tsars’ summer residence – Catherine’s Palace including the famous Amber Room - the 8th "wonder" of the World and Catherine's Park with its many beautiful pavilions, sculptures and ponds.

12:00-13:00 lunch( optional)*

PAVLOVSK TOUR - The Palace in Pavlovsk, has the most exquisite interiors decorated to the tastes of Paul and Maria. This palace is known for its outstanding collection of antique sculptures, European furniture, bronze, China sets, and silk fabrics.

TOUR OF THE RUSSIAN MUSEUM It contains the largest collection of the Russian Art in the world.

18:00 Return to the ship

Day 3

9:00 Your private guide and driver meet you at passport immigration control next to your ship.

PETERHOF TOUR - Another summer residence of Russian emperors. You will tour the Upper Garden which resembles Versailles in its planning and, of course, the Lower Park with its incomparable Fountains. You'll be astonished by the Great Cascade with its gold-embossed sculptures glistening amidst springs of crystal clear water! Your guide will show you many beautiful fountains along with pavilions and sculptures that bear historical significance. You'll walk to the bank of the Gulf of Finland and see Kronshtadt City on a far away island

12:00-13:00 lunch( optional)*

On the way back to St. Petersburg you will have a chance to see the "not so touristy" St. Petersburg making a a short METRO TRIP the interiors of which recall palaces not subways.

Enjoy the beauty of SAVIOR ON THE SPILT BLOOD CATHEDRAL, which amazes visitors with its mighty Group, multicolored "onion" domes, magnitude of its decor. The interior has the largest surface in the world covered with mosaics created to depict religious subjects.

16:00 Return to the ship

B-Moderate Tour / Prices

Person	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10	11	12	13	14	15	16
USD	1466	832	620	515	451	408	377	358	344	332	322	314	308	303	298	294

Included:

• Guide services
• Driver services
• A/c vehicle
• Blanket visas (visa-free service)
• Admissions to all museums as per program
• Canal cruise

Not included:

• Lunches
• Gratuity
• Optional evening activities

C - INTENSIVE ACTIVITY

1) 9.00-22.00
2) 9.00-23.00
3) 9.00-16.00 / 34 hours

Day 1

9:00 Your private fully licensed guide and professional driver of comfortable, air conditioned vehicle will greet you at passport immigration control next to your ship.

You will be taken for a CITY TOUR which includes such prominent sights as: Nevsky Prospect (the main boulevard of St. Petersburg), Anichkov Bridge and Anichkov Palace, the Fontanka and Moika Rivers, Kazan Cathedral, Admiralty, Winter Palace, Palace Square, General Headquarters Arch, Senate Square with the Bronze Horseman (monument to Peter the Great), Palace Bridge, monument to Nicholas the First, University Embankment with its historical buildings including: Kunstkammer, Academy of Sciences, and St. Petersburg State University, Menshikov Palace, and the Academy of Fine Arts. Along with way You'll become acquainted with the history of St. Petersburg and the Romanov family. Visit ST. NICHOLAS and KAZAN CATHEDRALS. You will see and take pictures of the marvelous panoramic sights along the banks of the Neva River and the most famous and beautiful sights of the city center.

PETER AND PAUL FORTRESS TOUR is the birth place of St. Petersburg. The fortress developed into a city under the rule of the Romanovs - the ruling dynasty in Russia from Peter's grandfather Mikhail until the last Russian Emperor Nicholas II. You will visit PETER AND PAUL CATHEDRAL where nearly all the Russian emperors are buried.

Enjoy the beauty of SAVIOR ON THE SPILT BLOOD CATHEDRAL, which amazes visitors with its mighty Group, multicolored "onion" domes, magnitude of its decor. The interior has the largest surface in the world covered with mosaics created to depict religious subjects.

12:00 –13:00 lunch (optional)*

HERMITAGE EXCURSION - Includes the 4 buildings of this ensemble the Winter Palace, the small Hermitage, the New Hermitage, and the Old Hermitage. Observe the magnificent interiors of the buildings, State Halls, and the most important masterpieces of the Western European artists. When you are inside of its miraculous halls, you'll have a strong sensation of having gone back to the times of the emperors. Depending upon your interests you may wish to visit other sections of the Museum such as the antique sculpture, numismatic/ ancient coins, the art of Egypt, China, Japan, Iran, and other Eastern countries.

ST. ISAAC’S CATHEDRAL TOUR. The dome is gilded with 100 kilograms of gold. St. Isaac’s is ranked as number one in the world for the richness of its interior decoration.

FOLKLORE SHOW “Feel Yourself Russian”: Russian dances, songs, tricks, traditional Russian instruments (balalaika, gusli, playing on wooden spoons, or on saws) and much more. Russian Buffet is included: snacks, caviar and champagne.

22:00 Return to the ship

Day 2

9:00 Your private guide and driver meet you at passport immigration control next to your ship.

Set off for a JOURNEY TO PUSHKIN (TZARSKOE SELO) - one of St. Petersburg's suburbs within an hour drive from the city center. You will visit former Tsar's summer residence – Catherine’s Palace including the famous Amber Room - the 8th "wonder" of the World and Catherine's Park

12:00-13:00 lunch( optional)*

PAVLOVSK TOUR - The Palace in Pavlovsk, has the most exquisite interiors decorated to the tastes of Paul and Maria. This palace is known for its outstanding collection of antique sculptures, European furniture, bronze, China sets, and silk fabrics.

TOUR OF THE RUSSIAN MUSEUM It contains the largest collection of the Russian Art in the world.

18:00- 19:30 dinner in the city( optional)*

RUSSIAN BALLET at one of the best theaters of St. Petersburg (optional)*

23:00 Return to the ship

Day 3

9:00 Your private guide and driver meet you at passport immigration control next to your ship.

PRIVATE CANAL CRUISE along rivers and canals of the “Venice of the North”

YUSUPOV PALACE TOUR - This Palace was the site of the murder of Gregory Rasputin. Your guide will tell you that most mystical and tragic story: a very dramatic moment of Russian history.

12:30-13:00 lunch( optional)*

PETERHOF TOUR - Another summer residence of Russian emperors. You will tour the Upper Garden which resembles Versailles in its planning and, of course, the Lower Park with its incomparable Fountains. You'll be astonished by the Great Cascade with its gold-embossed sculptures glistening amidst springs of crystal clear water! Your guide will show you many beautiful fountains along with pavilions and sculptures that bear historical significance. You'll walk to the bank of the Gulf of Finland and see Kronshtadt City on a far away island and tour the TSARS BATH HOUSE.

On the way back to St. Petersburg you will have a chance to see the "not so touristy" St. Petersburg and to have a short METRO TRIP the interiors recall palaces not subways.

16:00 Return to the ship

C-Intensive Tour/ Prices

Person	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10	11	12	13	14	15	16
USD	1855	1064	813	687	611	560	523	500	484	471	459	450	441	434	395	392

Included:

• Guide services
• Driver services
• A/c vehicle
• Blanket visas (visa-free service)
• Admissions to all museums as per program
• Canal cruise
• Folk show tickets

Not included:

• Lunches
• Dinners
• Gratuity
• Ballet tickets( $60-$200 depending on a theater and a seat)

D- INTENSIVE ACTIVITY+ MOSCOW

1)8:30 - 22:00
2)6:00 - 00:00
3)9:00- 16:30/ 39hours

DAY 1

9:00 Your private, fully licensed guide and professional driver of a comfortable air conditioned vehicle will greet you at passport immigration control next to your ship.

Set off for a JOURNEY TO PUSHKIN (TZARSKOE SELO) - one of St. Petersburg's suburbs within an hour drive from the city center. You will visit former Tsars’ summer residence – Catherine’s Palace including the famous Amber Room - the 8th "wonder" of the World and Catherine's Park with its many beautiful pavilions, sculptures and ponds.

12:00-13:00 lunch( optional)*

PETERHOF TOUR - Another summer residence of Russian emperors. You will tour the Upper Garden which resembles Versailles in its planning and, of course, the Lower Park with its incomparable Fountains. You'll be astonished by the Great Cascade with its gold-embossed sculptures glistening amidst springs of crystal clear water! Your guide will show you many beautiful fountains along with pavilions and sculptures that bear historical significance. You'll walk to the bank of the Gulf of Finland and see Kronshtadt City on a far away island and tour the TSARS BATH HOUSE.

On the way back to St. Petersburg you will have a chance to see the "not so touristy" St. Petersburg and to have a short METRO TRIP the interiors recall palaces not subways.

You will be taken for a CITY TOUR which includes such prominent sights as: Nevsky Prospect (the main boulevard of St. Petersburg), Anichkov Bridge and Anichkov Palace, the Fontanka and Moika Rivers, Kazan Cathedral, Admiralty, Winter Palace, Palace Square, General Headquarters Arch, Senate Square with the Bronze Horseman (monument to Peter the Great), Palace Bridge, monument to Nicholas the First, University Embankment with its historical buildings including: Kunstkammer, Academy of Sciences, and St. Petersburg State University, Menshikov Palace, and the Academy of Fine Arts. Along with way You'll become acquainted with the history of St. Petersburg and the Romanov family. Visit ST. NICHOLAS CATHEDRAL. You will see and take pictures of the marvelous panoramic sights along the banks of the Neva River and the most famous and beautiful sights of the city center.

FOLKLORE SHOW “Feel Yourself Russian”: Russian dances, songs, tricks, traditional Russian instruments (balalaika, gusli, playing on wooden spoons, or on saws) and much more. Russian Buffet is included: snacks, caviar, and champagne.

22:00 Return to the ship

DAY 2

6:00 Your driver meets you at passport immigration control next to your ship.

Transfer to Moscovsky railway station, boarding bullet train and depart for Moscow.

11:00 Your fully licensed guide and driver will greet you next to the train carriage in Moscow. You begin exploring the capital of Russia visiting the

KREMLIN with Assumption, Archangel, Annunciation Cathedrals.

12:00-13:00 lunch (optional)*

ARMOURY MUSEUM TOUR - It is famous for the Tsar's regalia such as crown jewels and crowns, orbs and scepters, clothing of the Russian tsars and tsarinas, royal carriages, collection of arms and armoury and gifts to the Russian Tsar

DIAMOND FUND is an exceptional exhibition of precious stones, gold and platinum nuggets, and crown jewels of the Russian tsars.

You will have the opportunity to walk down TVERSKAYA Street where almost every notable events are celebrated. You will see famous “personalities” (modern people representing those in Russian history and culture), and you’ll visit Moscow’s central shopping mall – GUM. Walk to famous RED SQUARE, visiting Russian “ stone flower” ST.BASIL CATHEDRAL

19:30 Board bullet train, departure for St. Petersburg.

23:30 Your driver meets you next to the train carriage.

00:00 Return to the ship

DAY 3

9:00 Your private guide and driver meet you at passport immigration control next to your ship.

PRIVATE CANAL CRUISE along rivers and canals of the “Venice of the North”

HERMITAGE EXCURSION - Includes the 4 buildings of this ensemble the Winter Palace, the small Hermitage, the New Hermitage, and the Old Hermitage. Observe the magnificent interiors of the buildings, State Halls, and the most important masterpieces of the Western European artists. When you are inside of its miraculous halls, you'll have a strong sensation of having gone back to the times of the emperors. Depending upon your interests you may wish to visit other sections of the Museum such as the antique sculpture, numismatic/ ancient coins, the art of Egypt, China, Japan, Iran, and other Eastern countries.

13:00-14:00 lunch(optional)*

Enjoy the beauty of SAVIOR ON THE SPILT BLOOD CATHEDRAL, which amazes visitors with its mighty Group, multicolored "onion" domes, magnitude of its decor. The interior has the largest surface in the world covered with mosaics created to depict religious subjects.

16:00 Return to the ship

D-Intensive Tour including MOSCOW / Prices

Person	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10	11	12	13	14	15	16
USD	2260	1414	1108	959	870	810	766	746	730	718	707	697	690	683	677	672

Included:

• Guide services
• Driver services
• A/c vehicle
• Blanket visas (visa-free service)
• Admissions to all museums as per program
• Canal cruise
• Folk show tickets
• Bullet train tickets
• All the transfers

Not included:

• Lunches
• Gratuity

DISCOUNTS:

Children up to 7 y.o. are free of charge. Children over 7y.o. and students get $30 off (student ID - ISIC card is required on entrances to the museums)

*LUNCH OPTIONS

Depending upon your preferences you have complete flexibility as to dining choices. We can offer bistro, café, or restaurant along the route or you may order meals at recommended restaurants. For travel groups larger than 8 people we recommend ordering pre-arranged lunches in advance (a time-saver). All meals are served at the time of guest’s arrival. For example quick lunch at Russian Pie Shop will cost you about 16 USD p.p., Russian Restaurant Gogol from 30 USD p.p., Summer Palace Restaurant in Peterhof from 32 USD p.p.

SHOPPING:

Your guide can assist you in your purchase of Russian souvenirs, gifts for your relatives and friends such as shawls, objects made of malachite and lapis-lazuli, 'Matroyshka' dolls, painted wooden ecology-friendly toys for kids, watches with revolutionary or Soviet symbols, fur, crystal, gold, icons, stamps with pictures of the Russian Imperial Family, caviar, vodka and much more. We know the stores where the prices are lowest and the selections larger than usual. We want you to get the quality you desire at a fair price.

*EVENING ACTIVITIES:

After the tour of the first day you may return to the ship or to attend the theater either to hear an opera or to watch a ballet ( from $60 - $200 depending upon theater, performance and seat location). We will reserve the best tickets in advance for you for a very memorable cultural experience. You can visit famous Mariinsky (former Kirov) Theater, Hermitage Theater, Mikhailovsky Theater, Alexandrinksy or any others you may prefer. If you choose to hear and see something that is connected with Russian folklore, there are folklore shows ($60-$85) at your disposal with Russian dances, song, tricks, traditional Russian instruments (balalaika, gusli, playing on wooden spoons, or on saws) and much more, or simply enjoy a dinner at a good( not so touristy) Russian restaurant. Feel free to share all of your travel wishes with us. We are happy to assist.

Your guide may change the sequence of sightseeing, depending on museums occupancy, days off, traffic and other circumstances. Please do not be concerned. You will see all the sights mentioned in your itinerary.

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