THE GOLDEN RING TOUR
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Duration
13 days
Max Group Size
10
Departure Type
Scheduled
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Physical level
easy
Operated In
Turkish, English, Spanish
Age Requirement
1 - 99 Ages
Tour Overview
Discover the essence of Russia through a carefully curated journey across St. Petersburg, Moscow, Vladimir, and Suzdal — a route that connects the country’s imperial brilliance, modern dynamism, and ancient heritage. Begin in St. Petersburg, the refined cultural capital, where elegant architecture and world-renowned museums reflect the legacy of the Russian Empire. Continue to Moscow, a powerful and fast-paced metropolis that blends historic landmarks with a contemporary urban landscape, offering a deeper understanding of Russia’s present-day identity.
The journey then leads to Vladimir and Suzdal, two жемчужины Golden Ring, where the atmosphere of old Russia has been preserved for centuries. In Vladimir, explore the legacy of early Russian statehood and monumental white-stone architecture, while Suzdal enchants with its timeless landscapes, monasteries, and traditional character. This tour offers a balanced and immersive experience, combining iconic cities with authentic historic towns, and provides a clear and meaningful insight into Russia’s history, culture, and spiritual traditions.
Route
Starts from
St Petersburg
Ends in
Moscow
Pickup Location
Pulkovo Airport
Dropoff Location
Sheremetyevo International Airport
Highlights
Itinerary
- Arrival in St. Petersburg
- Meeting with guide
- Transfer to the hotel & Check in
- Overnight in St. Petersburg
- Breakfast at the hotel & meeting with guide
- Visit to the Hermitage Museum, located in the former Winter Palace, the historic residence of the Russian Tsars. The Hermitage is one of the largest museums in the world, with over 3 million works of art, including outstanding collections of painting, sculpture, decorative arts, antiquities, and masterpieces of the Italian, Flemish, French, and Spanish schools
- Overnight in Saint Petersburg
- Breakfast at the hotel & meeting with guide
- Proceed to Peterhof Park and Palace, known as the “Russian Versailles” and the former summer residence of the Russian Tsars. The complex features the Grand Palace, landscaped gardens, and numerous fountains, waterfalls, and golden statues, making it one of the most impressive imperial ensembles near Saint Petersburg.Overnight in Saint Petersburg
Overnight in Saint Petersburg
- Breakfast at the hotel & meeting with guide
- Transfer to the railway station and departure by high-speed train Sapsan to Moscow (approx. 4 hours)
- Arrival in Moscow in the evening, transfer to the hotel and check-in
- Overnight in Moscow
- Breakfast at the hotel & meeting with guide
- Sightseeing tour of Moscow. During the tour you will visit Red Square, the central square of the city, see St. Basil’s Cathedral (outside), built by order of Ivan the Terrible, and GUM, the historic State Department Store. The program also includes Zaryadye Park with its modern landscape design and the River Overlook platform offering panoramic views of the Kremlin and the city center
- Overnight in Moscow
- Breakfast at the hotel and meeting with guide
- Visit to Sparrow Hills, one of the highest viewpoints in Moscow, offering panoramic views of the city and the Moscow State University complex located at the top
- Visit to the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour, one of the largest Orthodox churches in the world. The cathedral is an impressive landmark of Moscow, rebuilt in 2000 after the original structure was demolished during the Soviet era
- Moscow Metro tour, exploring some of the most beautiful and historic stations of the metro system, which has been operating since 1935 and is known for its unique architectural design and artistic decoration
- Walk along Arbat Street, one of the oldest pedestrian streets in Moscow, filled with shops, cafes, and street performers, preserving the historical atmosphere of old Moscow
- Overnight in Moscow
- Breakfast at the hotel and meeting with guide
- Visit to the Kremlin Territory and Cathedrals, the historical and political heart of Moscow. The Moscow Kremlin is a unique architectural complex and a living chronicle of Russian history, where palaces of rulers, religious buildings, and the official residence of the President of Russia are located
- Free time for shopping
- Overnight in Moscow
- Breakfast at the hotel and meeting with guide
- Visit to the Museum of Cosmonautics in Moscow, located beneath the Monument to the Conquerors of Space near VDNKh. The museum presents the history of Soviet and Russian space exploration and features unique exhibits such as the Vostok-1 spacecraft capsule used by Yuri Gagarin, the Lunokhod lunar rover, and Sputnik-5 with the famous space dogs Belka and Strelka. The collection also includes many artifacts connected to the development of space technology and exploration
- Overnight in Moscow
- Breakfast at the hotel and meeting with guide
- Early morning departure by train to Vladimir (approx. 2 hours)
- Sightseeing tour of Vladimir, including the Cathedral of the Assumption, a world-famous monument of Old Russian architecture, St. Demetrius Cathedral, known for its unique white-stone carvings, and the Golden Gate, a historic city fortification and symbol of Vladimir
- Transfer by road to Suzdal and evening walking tour of the city
- Check-in at the hotel in Suzdal
- Overnight at hotel
- Breakfast at the hotel and check out
- Meeting with guide
- Sightseeing tour of Suzdal, including the Kremlin, the Nativity Cathedral, the Spaso-Evfimiev Monastery, and the Museum of Wooden Architecture, offering an insight into traditional Russian rural heritage and medieval religious architecture
- Afternoon transfer to Vladimir railway station and departure by train to Moscow
- Overnight in Moscow
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Day free to enjoy Russian Capital
- Overnight in Moscow
- Breakfast at the hotel & check out
- Meeting with the guide
- Transfer to the Airport
Trip includes
Included
- “Holiday Inn Tagansky” 4* or similar hotel in Moscow
- “Cosmos Nevsky” 4* or similar hotel in St. Petersburg.
- “Pushkarskaya Sloboda” 4* hotel or similar in Suzdal
Guide during the program and transfers
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Turkish
English
Spanish- A\c tourist class Car/Van Service as per itinerary
- Train Moscow – Vladimir – Moscow economy class
- Sapsan High Speed Train St. Petersburg – Moscow economy class
1 bottle of water per day
- Due to the difference of exchange rate is important to specify the currency price before booking
- During the tour, it can be some changes in the order of excursions
Excluded
Flights
Meals (lunches and dinners)
Vegan
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Kosher
Vegetarian
Halal
MeatInsurance
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Personal spending
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