| Treasures of Russia
A 9-Day tour starting from $9,155
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| Rely on A&K's vast experience in Russia to perfect the ideal journey for lovers of history and the romantic spirit. |
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• A traditional lunch with folkloric entertainment at a country restaurant outside of St. Petersburg
• The prestigious Ritz-Carlton Moscow and the Grand Hotel Europe • Freedom of choice to dine at one of A&K's recommended restaurants in select cities • English-speaking check-in assistance on your departure day at St. Petersburg Airport
DAYS 1-2: USA or Canada/Moscow, Russia
Depart on an overnight flight to Moscow, where you are met and transferred to your luxurious hotel near Red Square. If you choose, join an introductory walking tour this afternoon before meeting fellow travellers later for drinks followed by a welcome dinner. Ritz-Carlton Moscow D DAY 3: Moscow Experience the grandeur of Red Square and St. Basil's Cathedral. After lunch, visit the Tretyakov Gallery, home to the world's greatest collection of Russian art. Dinner tonight is followed by entertainment. Ritz-Carlton Moscow B L D DAY 4: Moscow Take a ride on Moscow's famous Metro. Then peruse the Pushkin Museum with its collection of Impressionist paintings. In the afternoon, stop at the historic Novodevichy Convent, founded in 1524. This evening, dine independently. Ritz-Carlton Moscow B L DAY 5: Moscow At the Kremlin, view the famous Armory collection, the amazing Diamond Fund and the Square of Four Cathedrals. After lunch at a local restaurant, the afternoon is at leisure. Dine à la carte at your hotel. Ritz-Carlton-Moscow B L D DAY 6: Moscow/St. Petersburg Fly to St. Petersburg and visit the Peter and Paul Fortress, containing the tombs of the Romanov Dynasty, and beautiful St. Isaac's Cathedral. This evening dine à la carte in your choice of carefully selected restaurants. Grand Hotel Europe B L D DAY 7: St. Petersburg/Pushkin/ St. Petersburg This morning drive to Pushkin, where your visit includes Catherine's Palace and the beautifully restored Amber Room. After lunch, return to St. Petersburg for an afternoon at leisure. Grand Hotel Europe B L D DAY 8: St. Petersburg/Petrodvorets/ St. Petersburg Drive to Petrodvorets to see the palace estate of Peter the Great. After lunch, travel back to St. Petersburg by hydrofoil on the River Neva. This afternoon's Design Your Day options include a walk through the Church on Spilled Blood, or a visit to the State Museum of Political History, housing unique historical documents. Grand Hotel Europe B L D DAY 9: St. Petersburg Highlights today include the magnificent Hermitage Museum and the opulent Yusupov Palace, where Rasputin was said to have been poisoned in 1916. The remainder of the afternoon is at leisure before this evening's farewell reception. Grand Hotel Europe B L DAY 10: St. Petersburg/USA or Canada Board your homebound flight. B
• Guest lecture in Moscow on contemporary issues facing Russia
• "Fast track" access to the most popular sites to avoid waiting in long lines • Design Your Day with a selection of activities and sightseeing options available in designated cities All tour prices are per person, in US dollars, based on double occupancy.
2008 Land arrangements DEC: Double occupancy..... $8,840 Single supplement..... $1,935 JUL - OCT: Double occupancy..... $9,155 Single supplement..... $2,260 Internal airfare: (Moscow/St. Petersburg) Economy class..... $325 Please call for 2009 pricing. Departs Tuesday, returns Thursday Limited to 24 passengers * Holiday surcharge may apply. Call for details. Departure dates, prices and availability may change at any time. |
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| Note: All prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability. These pages are not endorsed or supported by the tour operator in any way. All information presented is based on promotional material provided by the tour operator. All prices, itineraries, accommodations and dates are subject to change without notice and at any time by the tour operators. Availability is limited and must be reconfirmed at time of booking. The prices on this website are not guaranteed. We are not responsible for errors, omissions, or changes in pricing. Please call us toll free at 1-800-942-3301 to confirm availability and pricing. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||