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Russia Highlights

Trip type: 
Cultural
Adventure level: 
3. Moderate
Max group size: 
12
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Asia, Russia | 8 days
Trip code: 
WBSR
What's included: 

Transport - Overnight train, public bus, local train, metro, boat, taxi, on foot

Accommodation - Hotels (5 nts), guesthouse (1 nt), overnight train (1 nt)

Meals - 6 Breakfasts, 1 Dinner, 1 Russian Tea Party

Trip Highlights: 
The Kremlin and St Basil's Cathedral
Russian Tea Party in St Petersburg
'Golden Ring' city of Suzdal
One of Russia's oldest cities, Novgorod
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Trip Overview: 

Taste mystery and intrigue on an exploration of the land that lay hidden behind the Iron Curtain for decades. Experience the grandeur of Moscow, the beauty of Russia's ancient capitals and the grace of St Petersburg. Discover the cathedrals, monuments, age-old treasures and romantic landscapes of this great nation and find the heart of enigmatic Russia.

Trip Highlights: 
The Kremlin and St Basil's Cathedral
Russian Tea Party in St Petersburg
'Golden Ring' city of Suzdal
One of Russia's oldest cities, Novgorod
see full itinerary >>
What's included: 

Transport - Overnight train, public bus, local train, metro, boat, taxi, on foot

Accommodation - Hotels (5 nts), guesthouse (1 nt), overnight train (1 nt)

Meals - 6 Breakfasts, 1 Dinner, 1 Russian Tea Party

Trip Photos: 

Moscow

The Russian capital is packed with fascinating sights. Enjoy a visit to the Red Square and the Kremlin and Armoury. If time allows why not visit St Basil's Cathedral or enjoy browsing the wares on offer at the Izmailovo Markets.

St Petersburg

This former imperial capital boasts a wealth of architectural and artistic treasures. You have the chance to visit some of the city's breathtaking churches and cathedrals, or to visit one of the city's many museums.

Novgorod

Novgorod is Russia's oldest city and is still home to numerous well-preserved architectural monuments hinting at the glories of the past. As the former capital of ancient Russia, it's often seen as the cradle of modern Russian civilisation.

Suzdal

One of the 'Golden Ring' of Russia's old cities, Suzdal contains some of the best examples of the countries architecture. The 'Golden Ring' has played host to some of the most important events in Russian history, and the unique picturesque cathedrals, kremlins and monasterys are endlessly fascinating.

Our Russia Highlights trip is just one of our Europe tours. To find out more visit our Europe holidays page.