GOLDEN RING TOUR: Moscow - Pereslavl-Zalessky - St. Petersburg
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Duration
8 days
Max Group Size
8
Departure Type
Guaranteed
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Physical level
easy
Operated In
Turkish, English, Spanish
Age Requirement
1 - 99 Ages
Tour Overview
Explore Russia through a thoughtfully designed journey linking Moscow, Sergiev Posad, Pereslavl-Zalessky, and St. Petersburg — a route that reveals the country’s spiritual heritage, historic towns, and imperial legacy. In Moscow, experience the energy of a modern capital shaped by centuries of history. The journey continues to Sergiev Posad, the heart of Russian Orthodoxy and home to one of the most important монастырских комплексов, offering insight into the country’s religious traditions. In Pereslavl-Zalessky, discover the charm of a classic Golden Ring town, where peaceful landscapes and ancient architecture reflect the origins of Russian culture.
The route culminates in St. Petersburg, Russia’s cultural capital and a symbol of its imperial ambition, where elegant architecture and world-renowned museums create a refined and memorable atmosphere. This itinerary offers a well-balanced experience, combining major cities with authentic regional destinations, and provides travelers with a deeper understanding of Russia through its history, spiritual life, and cultural diversity.
Route
Starts from
Moscow
Ends in
St Petersburg
Pickup Location
Moscow
Dropoff Location
St Petersburg
Highlights
Itinerary
- Arrival in Moscow
- Meeting with English speaking guide
- Transfer to the hotel & Check in
- Overnight in Moscow
- Breakfast at the hotel & meeting with guide
- Sightseeing tour of Moscow including Red Square, the central square of Russia and one of the most important historical sites in the country. You will see St. Basil’s Cathedral (outside), built by order of Ivan the Terrible, as well as GUM, the famous historic department store, and Lenin’s Mausoleum. The tour continues to Zaryadye Park, a modern landscape complex combining historical heritage with innovative architecture, featuring the River Overlook with panoramic views of the Kremlin and the city
- Metro tour of Moscow, exploring some of the most beautiful and historic stations of the world-famous metro system, each designed as an underground architectural masterpiece since its opening in 1935
- Visit to Vorobyovy Gory (Sparrow Hills), one of the highest viewpoints in Moscow, offering panoramic views of the city and the Moscow State University complex. The program also includes a ride on the cable car, providing scenic views of the Moscow River, Luzhniki Stadium, Moscow City business district, and other landmarks
- Overnight in Moscow
- Breakfast at the hotel & check out
- Transfer to Sergiev Posad
- Sightseeing tour of Sergiev Posad, located about 60 km from Moscow. The main highlight is the Trinity Lavra of St. Sergius, a UNESCO-listed monastery complex dating from the 15th–19th centuries and one of the most important spiritual centers of the Russian Orthodox Church. The town is also known for its traditional crafts and is historically considered the birthplace of the Russian matryoshka (nested doll)
- Visit to the Museum “Sergievskaya Kukhmisterskaya”, a theatrical museum experience introducing traditional Russian cuisine culture with historical kitchen utensils from the 19th–20th centuries. The program includes a demonstration of old cooking methods, a workshop on making traditional “landrins” (caramel sweets), and tea from a samovar with freshly prepared sweets
- Folk craft workshop class, including matryoshka painting
- Transfer to Pereslavl-Zalessky
- Transfer to the hotel and check-in
- Overnight in Pereslavl-Zalessky
- Breakfast at the hotel & meeting with guide
- Sightseeing tour of Pereslavl-Zalessky, an ancient town located on the shore of Lake Pleshcheyevo. The tour includes the Transfiguration Cathedral, the oldest stone church in the city and one of the earliest architectural monuments of the Vladimir-Suzdal school, dating back to the 12th century and representing an important example of Old Russian religious architecture
- Folk craft workshop class introducing the ancient art of fabric printing, allowing guests to experience traditional Russian decorative techniques
- Visit to the “Russian Park”, a historical and cultural complex recreating a 19th-century Russian village with wooden architecture, museums, and traditional crafts. The park showcases Russian innovations, folk culture, and architecture, and offers an immersive experience of historical Russian life
- Overnight in Pereslavl-Zalessky
- Breakfast at the hotel & check out
- Transfer to Moscow
- Transfer to the station/ Sapsan high speed train
- Departure from Moscow
- Arrival to St. Petersburg and meeting with guide
- Transfer to the hotel & Check in
- Overnight in St. Petersburg
- Breakfast at the hotel & meeting with guide
- Sightseeing tour of Saint Petersburg. During this city tour you will explore Nevsky Prospekt, the main street of the city, as well as its most famous architectural ensembles, including Palace Square with the Hermitage, the Square of Arts, St. Isaac’s Square, Senate Square, and the Admiralty. The program also includes the Peter and Paul Fortress and the historic waterfront of Vasilyevsky Island, along with visits to key cathedrals such as the Church of the Resurrection (Church on Spilled Blood) and Kazan Cathedral. You will also see iconic monuments and palaces, including the Winter Palace, Mariinsky Palace, Mikhailovsky Castle, the Bronze Horseman, and the Monument to Catherine the Great
- Excursion to Peterhof Park and Palace, known as the “Russian Versailles” and the former summer residence of the Russian Tsars. The complex includes the Grand Palace, numerous pavilions, and vast gardens with famous fountains, waterfalls, and decorative sculptures
- Boat tour along the rivers and canals of Saint Petersburg, offering panoramic views of the city’s historic architecture from the water
- Overnight in Saint 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, housing over 3 million works of art, including extensive collections of painting, sculpture, decorative arts, antiquities, jewelry, coins, weapons, and rare books, as well as masterpieces of Italian, Flemish, French, and Spanish art schools
- Overnight in Saint Petersburg
- Breakfast at the hotel & check out
- Meeting with the guide
- Transfer to the Airport
Trip includes
Included
English speaking guide during the program and transfers
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Turkish
English
SpanishA\c tourist class Coach Service as per itinerary;
Sapsan High Speed Train Moscow - St. Petersburg economy class;
1 bottle of water per day
Entrances:
- Metro tour
- Cable car in Vorobyovy gory
- Nested doll painting
- Museum "Sergievskaya Kukhmisterskaya” + Workshop Class of "Cooking Landrins"
- Folk Craft Workshop Class. Ancient art of fabric printing
- Visiting "Russian Park"
- The Peter and Paul Fortress
- Boat tour
- Hermitage museum
- Peterhof Park
- 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
Domestic or International flights
Meals (lunches and dinners)
Vegan
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Kosher
Vegetarian
Halal
MeatInsurance
- Visa documents delivery
- Personal spending
- Luggage handling
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