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MOSCOW & ST. PETERSBURG - 2010
9 days incl. air, or 8 days from Moscow
to St. Petersburg (CO-6960)
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Vacation Overview
Discover the best of Russia on this vacation that focuses
on the old and new capitals. Spend three overnights each in Moscow and
St. Petersburg with a good balance of organized activities and free time
to explore as you please. Start your trip in Moscow, Russia’s capital,
and enjoy the sightseeing tour. Your tour includes visits to Red Square,
the Kremlin and one of the its cathedrals, as well as a short ride on the
Metro to see the famous stations. Admire the Trinity Monastery of St.
Sergiyev, a splendid architectural treasure featuring the five-tiered
bell tower often seen in movies. An overnight train ride transfers you to
St. Petersburg, the magnificent city built by Peter the Great. A Local
Guide shows off the city’s highlights on the included sightseeing tour.
You also enjoy a visit to the Hermitage Museum in the Winter Palace, a
masterpiece of baroque architecture and home to a collection of precious
paintings. This unique Russian vacation provides a host of memorable
experiences that will certainly broaden your horizons!
Itinerary
Day 1 Thu.
BOARD YOUR OVERNIGHT TRANSATLANTIC FLIGHT
Day 2 Fri.
MOSCO, RUSSIA
Check into your hotel.
The rest of the day is free for you to explore the Russian capital.
Tonight, meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers. (D)
Days 3-4
Sat. & Sun. MOSCOW
Sightseeing with a Local
Guide this morning will include a drive into Red Square, then a walk past
St. Basil’s, a visit to the Kremlin and one of its cathedrals, and
finally one of Moscow’s famed underground Metro stations. Free time to join
other optional activities or do your own exploring of Russia’s
fascinating capital. (B daily)
Day 5 Mon.
MOSCOW. INCLUDED EXCURSION TO SERGIYEV POSAD-OVERNIGHT TRAIN TO ST.
PETERSBURG
Enjoy a day excursion
that includes a visit to “The Trinity Monastery of St. Sergiyev,” founded
by St. Sergiyev, one of Russia’s most revered holy men. To this day,
thousands flock to the monastery not only as an act of religious belief
but also to see one of Russia’s greatest and most splendid architectural
treasures. It is also used by filmmakers because of its five-tiered bell
tower, uniquely beautiful and equally photogenic. After dinner in Moscow,
transfer to the station for your overnight train to St. Petersburg.
(B,L,D)
Day 6 Tue.
ST. PETERSBURG
After arrival in St. Petersburg,
enjoy breakfast before the included visit to the Peterhof Palace and its
gardens. This historic building was almost totally destroyed during World
War II and was most lovingly restored to its original splendor just a few
years ago. (B,L)
Day 7 Wed.
ST. PETERSBURG
See the highlights on the
city tour with a Local Guide. Created in 1703 by Peter the Great, this
city was made the capital of all the Russias. Although not one of
Russia’s oldest, it is steeped in history, particularly from the early
20th century to the end of the World War II when it endured one of the
longest and cruelest sieges in modern history. A whole afternoon to do
some individual exploring and to get to know more about this fascinating
city. (B)
Day 8 Thu.
ST. PETERSBURG
There is no greater
attraction in this city than a visit to the Hermitage Museum, housed in
the Winter Palace built by the Swiss/Italian architect Rastrelli in 1754
during Empress Elizabeth’s reign. It remained the home of the imperial
Russian Royal Family up to 1917. Its collection of paintings spans all
eras and is particularly well known for its French Impressionist and
modern art. The inside architecture is of outstanding beauty; note the
magnificent Jordan staircase. A day to be remembered. (B)
Day 9 Fri.
YOUR HOMEBOUND FLIGHT ARRIVES THE SAME DAY
(B)
AIRPORT
TRANSFERS
Airport transfers may be included when you make your
international flights arrangements.
Dates
and Prices
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Departure
Details
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Departure
Date
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Tour
Start Date
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Return
Date
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Land/Cruise
Price Only
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Status
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4/22/2010
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4/23/2010
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4/30/2010
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$1,595.00
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Available
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Popular
Departure
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5/6/2010
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5/7/2010
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5/14/2010
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$1,699.00
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Available
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5/20/2010
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5/21/2010
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5/28/2010
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$1,699.00
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Available
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6/3/2010
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6/4/2010
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6/11/2010
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$1,699.00
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Available
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6/17/2010
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6/18/2010
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6/25/2010
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$1,699.00
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Available
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7/1/2010
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7/2/2010
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7/9/2010
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$1,699.00
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Available
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7/15/2010
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7/16/2010
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7/23/2010
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$1,699.00
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Available
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Popular
Departure
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7/29/2010
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7/30/2010
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8/6/2010
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$1,699.00
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Available
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8/12/2010
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8/13/2010
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8/20/2010
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$1,699.00
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Available
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8/26/2010
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8/27/2010
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9/3/2010
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$1,699.00
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Available
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Popular
Departure
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9/9/2010
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9/10/2010
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9/17/2010
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$1,699.00
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Available
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9/23/2010
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9/24/2010
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10/1/2010
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$1,595.00
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Available
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Popular Departure - due
to itinerary and time of year, this departure historically sells out
quickly. Early booking is encouraged.
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