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Moscow - St Petersburg
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You'll be privately transferred to the Arbat House hotel, where you'll be staying for three nights in a superior room. This three-star hotel boasts charming traditional decor and is very well located at the heart of the city. A quiet location in a pleasant historic district, a 20-minute walk from the Kremlin. The decoration reflects the spirit of the 19th century and fits perfectly with the antique district in which it is located.
Two days, two faces of the Russian capital. Included in the itinerary for this first day: a visit to the Kremlin with a private guide. A true historical cradle of the city, the Kremlin is a city within the city, with its palaces, churches and administrative buildings. Its construction dates back to the 12th century, but the triangular shape by which we now recognise it was established in the 15th century. Inside, there is an architectural ensemble of secular and religious buildings of all ages and beauty, as well as the Tsarina Bell, which has never rang, and Tsar Cannon which has never fired.
Included in the itinerary: Moscow accompanied by a local resident. Take a more local look at Moscow with another guide. Nothing will be planned in advance; the walk will be improvised according to your interests and what the guide thinks you will enjoy.
Transfer to the train station and departure to St Petersburg, on board the Sapsan, Russia's first high-speed train. On arrival, your driver takes you to your hotel, The Brothers Karamazov. It's part of a new generation of hotels in Russia that focus on people-centred hospitality with an intimate setting and a decorative feel. Located just 25 minutes from Nevsky Prospekt, the hotel is nestled in a central, residential area. The interior decor recalls the atmosphere of St Petersburg from the 19th century. There are some antiques but also modern design notes: Philippe Stark chairs sit beside an old leather sofa, lamps and period furniture. The rooms bear the names of the female heroes of Dostoyevsky's work. His last home, now a museum, is just around the corner and, as a justification for the hotel's name, it was there that he put the final touches to his last novel, 'The Brothers Karamazov'.
Included in the itinerary: the guided tour of Catherine's Palace in Pushkin (aka Tsarskoye Selo), a magnificent imperial summer residence built by Peter the Great for his wife. Modified over successive reigns, it combines baroque luxury with the elegance of neoclassicism. Outside, the 740 acres of parkland are divided between a French garden, marked out by rope, and a wilder English-style park.
Included in the itinerary: A few hours with a guide to explore the city at a more 'local' level.
This is a free day to discover the State Hermitage Museum, the beautiful churches of St Petersburg, strolling along the canals…
Included in the itinerary: Dinner with a Russian family, accompanied by a guide - an opportunity to enjoy Russian hospitality in a relaxed setting. The food will be traditional and accompanied by tea or a glass of vodka.
Transfer to the airport and return flight.
Everything in this itinerary is entirely customisable, down to the smallest details. Here are some more suggestions of what could be included
Each of our trips is entirely tailor-made with originality, quality and cultural immersion in mind. Our team of destination specialists will craft itineraries based on your tastes, using their first-hand knowledge and the help of our in-country team of Concierges and guides. All trips are accompanied by a wide range of additional services, including a 24-hour helpline, the Original Travel app, fast-track airport services and much more.
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