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ST. PETERSBURG

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RUSSIA

WONDERS OF ST. PETERSBURG AND MOSCOW

7 days - 1 country

Code: SWHS

The Imperial twin cities of Moscow and St. Petersburg come together on this At Leisure rail adventure, combining art and antiquities and such attractions as the Hermitage Museum, Tsar’s Winter Palace, Red Square and the Kremlin. Gain insight into Russia’s transformation into a creative and opulent modern metropolis.

6 nights Hotel accommodation

8 meals 6 hot buff et breakfasts 2 dinners

On-trip transport All transport shown (including high speed train) All transfers shown

THE ICONS City tour in St. Petersburg ▶ Moscow

Visit the Hermitage Museum for a sightseeing tour ▶ the Peter and Paul Fortress

View the Tsar’s Winter Palace ▶ Nevsky Prospekt ▶ St. Isaac’s Cathedral and the statue of Peter the Great while in St. Petersburg. In Moscow view Red Square ▶ St. Basil’s Cathedral ▶ the Walls of the Kremlin

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THE ESSENTIALSAll taken care of

Enjoy our hand-picked Trafalgar Insider Experiences. Here’s a sample of what you can expect

BE MY GUEST This is a unique opportunity to meet and chat with the locals over drinks and canapés at the Theatre of Youth in the centre of St. Petersburg. Enjoy a local tour and stage performances by the students in one of the beautiful theatre halls

SMALL GROUP SIGHTSEEING Enjoy a guided tour of St. Petersburg’s Hermitage Museum with a group size of no more than 25 guests

LOCAL SPECIALIST For included sightseeing in St. Petersburg and Moscow

HIDDEN TREASURE Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden Treasure

THE REAL THINGTrafalgar highlights

Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood, St. Petersburg

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1 Arrive St. Petersburg (3 Nights) Tread in the footsteps of tsars and tsarinas, of artists, poets and musicians, whose great gift s to the romantic city of St. Petersburg you will have an opportunity to see during an orientation drive through Russia’s Imperial City aft er meeting your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception and light dinner. (WR) Hotel: Sokos Vasilievsky

2 St. Petersburg Sightseeing and Hermitage Museum visit d Explore opulent royal history and the might of Imperial Russia on a sightseeing tour with a Local Specialist during which you will view the magnifi cent Tsar’s Winter Palace, Nevsky Prospekt, St. Isaac’s Cathedral and the statue of Peter the Great, whose inspired vision for this Baltic settlement saw it rival even the most sophisticated of European capitals. Explore the Peter and Paul Fortress on your included visit before joining a Small Group Sightseeing visit with a Local Specialist to the incredible Hermitage Museum. Occupying fi ve buildings on the banks of the Neva, the Hermitage features some 3 million artefacts, representing the development of world culture and art from the stone age to the 20 th century. Spend the rest of the day at leisure admiring grand palaces and the picturesque canal setting. This evening consider a theatre visit to enjoy a fascinating Russian Folklore performance. (BB)

3 St. Petersburg At Leisure e d The cobblestone lanes and grand boulevards of St. Petersburg are ours to explore today at leisure. Admire the ornate domes and colourful mosaics of the Church of the Saviour on Spilled Blood and the gold-plated dome of St. Isaac’s Cathedral with spectacular panoramic views of the city. Perhaps consider joining an Optional Experience to visit the gardens and cascading miracle of engineering that are the spectacular fountains of Peter the Great’s summer residence at Peterhof, designed to rival the opulence of Versailles. Later, during our Be My Guest experience we’ll meet some of the students of St. Petersburg’s Theatre for canapés and an unforgettable stage performance. (BB, BG)

4 St. Petersburg ▶ High-Speed Train ▶ Moscow (3 Nights) Aft er a hearty breakfast, enjoy some time at leisure before boarding a train to the Russian capital, a fascinating mix of imperial history and modern sophistication. En route, contemplate the tumultuous and captivating history of an ancient city that oozes grandeur, and the indomitable spirit of the Russian nation which saw it send the fi rst man to outer space. Straddling the Moskva River, this city is the country’s political, economic, religious and fi nancial hub – and your home for the next three nights. (BB) Hotel: Hilton Leningradskaya

5 Moscow Sightseeing and At Leisure e d The imposing Red Square - the site of grand celebrations, fi erce fi ghting and beautiful architecture - takes centre stage this morning during a guided sightseeing tour with a Local Specialist . See the fairy-tale spires of St. Basil’s Cathedral and the Kremlin Walls and towers before spending some time at leisure exploring the sights. Perhaps stroll along the fl ower-lined boulevards of Gorky Park or join an Optional Experience to admire the exquisite underground art and history showcase that is the Moscow Metro. (BB)

6 Moscow At Leisure e Kickstart your morning soaking up the kofe culture of Moscow, before taking to its streets to learn about its triumphs and defeats. Consider visiting one of the city’s fascinating museums, explore the city’s extraordinary literary and artistic heritage or take an Optional Experience to the 14 th century Sergiyev Posad, a place of pilgrimage and the largest religious and cultural centre in Russia. This evening, we toast to the magic and magnifi cence of Mother Russia, joining our fellow travellers for a Farewell Dinner. (BB, FD)

7 Depart Moscow We close the door on our epic At Leisure holiday in two iconic Russian cities and say farewell to newfound friends. Airport transfers are available. Conditions apply. (BB)

YOUR HOLIDAY PLANNER

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FIFA WORLD CUP RUSSIA 2018

We strive to deliver nothing but the best when it comes to travelling with Trafalgar. To avoid disruption to your holiday, we have taken the decision to cease operation of trips in Russian cities during the FIFA World Cup period 14 June – 15 July 2018.

MAKE A DIFFERENCE

JoinTrafalgar The St. Petersburg Theatre of Youth will enlighten you on the institutes work and show you how funds contributed on your behalf are used to promote the theatrical education of St. Petersburg’s youth.

TRAVEL TODAY, SUSTAIN TOMORROW

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Cathedral and the Kremlin Walls and towers before spending some time at leisure exploring the sights.

So well coordinated...effi cient...informative. First time I have used Trafalagar and it won’t be the last!

Janet, from the USA, 2016

Leisurely 3 nights each in Moscow

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Triple room discount : SAVE US$150 p.p.

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Airport transfers: On arrival at St. Petersburg Airport transfers will operate at 2.30pm and 5pm. Guests arriving later should make their own way to the hotel. Return transfers on the last travel day will arrive at Moscow Sheremetyevo Airport at 5am and 11am and at Moscow Domodedovo Airport at 5am and 1pm. Important Visa Information: Visas are required for this trip. Please speak to your travel agent at the time of booking to assess your specifi c requirements. Visas cannot be issued at borders in Europe. Gratuities : Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel Director and Driver, US$68 per person. WiFi: See page 256 for details. * All prices are per person, twin share. Book early for great savings - see pages 32-33. Extra night hotels see page 261. Visit trafalgar.com for availability, up-to-date itineraries and Optional Experiences.

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