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Pace Russia - 8 Days
Easy Pace Russia - Itinerary
DAY
1 – SUN– UK – ST PETERSBURG Welcome to St Petersburg!
Founded by Peter the Great in 1703 expressly to be the new
capital of Tsarist Russia, the city was virtually destroyed
during World War Two’s 900-day siege. Since then, its
beautiful buildings and monuments have been lovingly restored.
Complimentary arrival transfers depart from St Petersburg
airport at 14:00 and 17:00. Meet your Tour Director in the
evening for a Welcome Drink before dinner. Hotel: Ambassador.
(D)
DAY
5 – THU – MOSCOW On arrival in Moscow transfer from the train to your hotel for
breakfast. Then, with a local guide, begin your exploration of the Russian capital. Visit one of the
Metro stations which Stalin called ‘palaces for the people’. The afternoon leaves time to shop for
Russian souvenirs. Later, there is the opportunity to tour of this bustling city by night and admire the
evening magic of the famous Red Square and the Kremlin? Hotel: Crowne Plaza. (BB,D)
DAY
2 – MON – ST PETERSBURG A sightseeing tour takes in St Isaac’s Cathedral, the
fortress of St Peter and Paul, Decembrist’s Square, Nevsky Prospekt Boulevard, the great cathedral
of Kazan and the Winter Palace – former residence of Russian tsars. See the memorial to the Nazi
siege of Lenningrad during World War Two and the cruiser ‘Aurora’, whose crew signalled the outset
of the Russian Revolution, at anchor on the Neva River. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore,
shop or relax. This evening perhaps take a cruise through the centre of Peter the Great’s capital while
enjoying champagne, caviar and vodka? (BB)
DAY
6 – FRI – MOSCOW Tour Red Square, lined by Moscow’s famous landmark buildings. At
one end rises the crimson and ivy coloured onion-shaped domes of St Basil’s Cathedral, in front of the
Kremlin stands Lenin’s Mausoleum, while on the opposite side of the square stands GUM, the grand
Soviet department store which now offers the most glamourous and fashionable goods from the West.
Walk inside the walls of the Kremlin Fortress to visit one of the cathedrals. In your free time why not
visit the Borodino Panorama Exhibition which brings to life the the Battle of Borodino, one of the most
important events in Russia’s history and immortalized in Tolstoy’s epic, ‘ War and Peace’. (BB)
DAY
3 – TUES –ST PETERSBURG Catherine the Great once lamented about her vast art
collection, “the only ones to admire all this are the mice and me”. Thankfully, this is no longer true
because today you visit the Hermitage, one of the world’s greatest museums. Located in the Winter
Palace, wander through this fabulous collection of paintings and objets d’art, ranging from Egyptian
carvings to Impressionist masterpieces. St Petersburg is a city of incomparable architectural, historic
and artistic interest; spend the rest of the day exploring it at your own pace, or join an optional
excursion to the former residence of the Yusupov family and the scene of Rasputin’s murder? (BB)
DAY
7 – SAT - MOSCOW Moscow has captivated the imagination of travellers for centuries
so a full day is set aside to explore Moscow at your own pace. Consider a visit to the treasure chest
of the Imperial Russian Family to see their crown jewels, jewel-studded thrones and costumes as well
as the famous Faberge Egg collection. (BB)
DAY
4 – WED – ST PETERSBURG - OVERNIGHT TRAIN Visit the fabulous
gardens and fountains of Peter the Great’s summer residence at Petrodvorets. For over 200 years,
Petrodvorets was used for official ceremonies, lavish feasts and formal receptions. Back in St
Petersburg, the afternoon is at leisure. Later, enjoy a Highlight Dinner at a local restaurant. In order
to maximise your time in Russia’s two main cities, the comfortable overnight train to Moscow is the
way to go! Discover the unique adventure of train travel ‘soviet style’ as you settle into your sleeper
compartment and the gentle rocking of the carriages lulls you to sleep. (BB,HD)
DAY
8 – SUN – MOSCOW – UK Transfers will arrive at Moscow’s Sheremetyevo airport at
05.00 & 11.00hrs and at Moscow’s Domodedevo airport at 05.00 & 13.00hrs. (BB)
Easy
Pace Russia
Departure Dates & Prices 2008 - Tour Code E707
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