The Location- Colours of Russia

Russia: Russia is known as one of the most beautiful countries in Asia. Apart from being the largest country by area, the country boasts cultural and architectural beauty. Domed monuments and various types of places of importance, including art galleries, museums and palaces are a sight to behold.

Moscow: The present capital of the country, Moscow, offers a vivid look at what Russia is. The beauty of this city can be seen with the help of our guided tours. The city is full of various palaces, cathedrals and wonderful metro stations. The oldest metro line, Sokolnicheskaya line (the red line), and the various other palatial metro stations are worth marvelling over.

St. Petersburg: Serving as the Imperial capital of the country for over two centuries has led this city to brim with dazzling monuments, beautiful museums and various kinds of cathedrals as well as mosques. The domed monuments, spacious gardens, vast theatres, rivers, and canals, boasting fortresses and much more add to the beauty of the former capital of the country.

 

6-day Holiday Itinerary

Day 1: Starting off at Moscow- Let’s begin

On your first day, when you arrive at the airport, our staff will help you get to your hotel. The journey from the airport to the hotel will be made in a private car. Once you reach the hotel and check in, you can spend the day relaxing in your luxurious hotel. The rest of the day is at your leisure.

Day 2: Moscow is where it all magnifies

After your breakfast, the second day will include a three-hour long tour of the city. The city tour will be guided by an English-speaking tour guide. During this tour, you will be able to learn about the most known attractions of the city. The tour will also include photo-stops at the attractions, for you to bring back memories.Three-hour tour of Moscow City: The capital city is known for its castle-like buildings and is immersed in history. With the help of a three-hour tour of the city, you will be able to visit the oldest metro line in the city, Sokolnicheskaya line (the red line). The guided tour of the city will help you visit the famous Red Square, the fairytale-like Saint Basil’s Cathedral with colourful domes, Lenin's Mausoleum, Alexander Garden, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Kilometre Zero, the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour, the Kremlin Wall and many others.

Day 3: A bit of history, A bit of Culture

After breakfast on your third day, we will help you meet with your guide for today. The day will include touring of the metro line in Moscow and will include a tour of the Kremlin. We will help you return to your hotel with the help of the metro line. Metro Tour: The Russian metros are known to be the most beautiful ones in the entire world. When these metro stations were being constructed, the architects said: “They used to have palaces for kings and queens, we will build palaces for the people.” The metro tour will help you understand the history behind the metro lines in the country, will include a view of the breathtaking stained glass of Novoslobodskaya, will help you marvel at the grandeur of the Soviet state in Revolution Square, and help you visit the spectacular Kropotkinskaya, often called the Palace for the People.Visit the Kremlin: Kremlin, also known as the Moscow Kremlin, is a fortified complex in the heart of the city. The name Kremlin can be translated to as, fortress inside a city. Constructed in the traditional Russian style, this structure encompasses five palaces and four cathedrals. The palaces and the cathedrals are enclosed by Kremlin wall and Kremlin towers. The traditional structure of the Moscow Kremlin has attracted many tourists in the past and is known to be one of the most popular Kremlins out of the many in the country. This Kremlin overlooks the Red Square, the serene Moskva River to the south, the vast Alexander Garden and the monumental St. Basil’s Church.

Day 4: Brand new day comes with new experiences

On your fourth day, we will help you check out of the hotel after breakfast. We will then help you get to the railway station, from where we help you to get on the Sapsan Moscow - Saint Petersburg train with a 2nd class train ticket.
During your journey to Saint Petersburg, you will be able to enjoy the beautiful and changing landscape of the cities. Once in Saint Petersburg, we will help you get to your hotel. Check in at the hotel and spend the rest of day relaxing and preparing for your thrilling exploration of Saint Petersburg for the next day.

Day 5: Lose yourself in St. Petersburg

St. Petersburg is a Russian city located on the Baltic Sea. Serving as the imperial capital of the country for about two years, this city offers you a vibrant experience by telling you the stories of the past. After your breakfast at the hotel, we will help you meet up with your private guide in Saint Petersburg. On your 5th day, we will help you find a six-hour long tour of the city and help you visit the primary attractions of the city. 6-hour tour of Saint Petersburg: The 6-hour English-guided tour of the city will walk you through the majestic past of the city and help you visit various places of importance. Since the city of Saint Petersburg used to be the imperial capital of the country for more than two centuries, the city is filled to the brim with many things to see and visit. Visit the luxurious Winter Palace and view the vast collection at The Hermitage Museum, the view of the extraordinary Peterhof Palace and the royal fountains, a visit to the wondrous St. Isaac’s Cathedral, and a visit to The Great Mosque of St. Petersburg. Among the other attractions that the tour will help you view are The Mariinsky Theatre, Rivers and canals of St. Petersburg, The Peter & Paul Fortress, Church of Our Saviour on Spilled Blood and many others.

Day 6: Final day!

After breakfast, we will help you check out of the hotel and help you travel to the airport. From the airport, you will be able to catch a homebound flight.

Valid for travel from 05/03/2019 to 30/11/2019

Surcharge: A non-refundable surcharge per room, per night, applies payable directly to FABgetaways at time of booking. Dates and prices have been identified in the Booking Calendar.

Blackout Dates: There will be dates on which this deal will be unavailable. Dates for these have been marked on the booking calendar under blackout dates.

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Package Cancellation Policy: Any cancellation will incur a full payment. A no-show on the day of arrival will also incur charges equivalent to a full stay.

Each package is valid for two adults

Maximum Guest Capacity: The maximum room capacity is two adults.

Package excludes:

• International flights and departure taxes, if any
• Overweight luggage surcharges
• Early check-in and late check-out charges, if any
• Expenses of a personal nature, gratuities and tips
• Travel insurance
• Beverages & meals that are not mentioned in the itinerary
• Peak season/public holiday surcharges, if applicable
• Any other services or inclusions not mentioned in the packages.

The package cannot be split.

Offer only available for consecutive nightly stays.

Dining inclusions do not include beverages (unless otherwise stated).

Menus are subject to change without notice.

Please note that full terms and conditions apply - refer to FABgetaways.com/terms-and-conditions

 

Services

On-trip support: Our Travel Concierge team is at your service - before, during and even after your holiday! Please reach out to us on email: travelconcierge@FABgetaways.com

Private guide: Meet the expert behind the expert! A holiday in a country that boasts about its expertise in art and culture needs an expert guide. With your English-speaking guide, experience the best of the country and don’t miss out on anything significant.

 

Facilities

Airport transfers: Arrive and depart in style, as this holiday offers you a private pick-up and drop from and to the airport.

Shared transportation: You will be escorted from one marvel to another in the comfort of a shared vehicle. Make sure you enjoy the scenic drives and don’t miss out on the several photo-ops along the way!

Reviews

Direct flights to Moscow available from all the metro cities in India. The return flight to India will be taken from St Petersburg.

For any questions or queries to book the deal, you can contact us at travelconcierge@fabgetaways.com or check our FAQs.