St. Petersburg & Moscow Tour – 5 Nights 6 Days with Turkish Airlines from US$1,618

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Easy E-Visa St. Petersburg & Moscow Tour is an extensive Russia trip departing from Istanbul with the comfort of Turkish Airlines, lasting 5 nights and 6 days.

On this tour, you will explore two of the world’s most impressive cities, St. Petersburg and Moscow. Panoramic city tours are included in the program for both cities, and historical squares, palaces, cathedrals, and iconic structures will be visited with a guide.

The journey between St. Petersburg and Moscow will be made by train, making this experience even more special and unforgettable. Accommodation will be in 4-star hotels in both cities, including breakfast.

The necessary Russia visa for participation can be easily obtained online via the easy e-visa system, making the visa process extremely practical.

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1Planned accommodations

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Trip summary

2 Adults

Nights 5

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Destinations 3

Accommodations 1

Tickets 8

Istanbul Airport – St. Petersburg

Meeting in front of the Turkish Airlines counter, International Departures, Istanbul Airport at 05:30. After passport, ticket, and baggage procedures, departure for St. Petersburg with Turkish Airlines flight TK401 at 09:10. Upon arrival in St. Petersburg at 13:00 local time, passport control, and meeting with our guide.

Afterward, departure with our private vehicle for the St. Petersburg Panoramic City Tour. During our panoramic city tour, we will see the streets where the works of the world’s most famous architects and artists are exhibited, and the city's historical and touristic spots. Among the places to be seen:

Nevsky Prospect
Old Port Lighthouses
Mint
Clock Tower
Peter the Great Monument
Winter Palace
Palace Square
Admiralty Building
Aurora Cruiser

After our city tour, transfer to our hotel. Free time and accommodation at our hotel in St. Petersburg.

At the end of the tour, guests who wish can join the extra Russian Night Tour to be organized by our guide. We recommend not missing the opportunity to watch magnificent dance shows accompanied by dinner at Troika Restaurant, one of the most beautiful restaurants in St. Petersburg. After the tour, return to our hotel.

Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

St. Petersburg

After breakfast, free time. Guests who wish can join the extra Hermitage, Peterhof and Canal Tours.

The Hermitage Museum, located on the banks of the Neva River, is one of the world’s and Russia’s largest museums, housing about 4 million pieces from the Tsarist era. It has entered the Guinness Book of Records for having the largest painting collection.

At the end of the tour, our guests may join the Peterhof Palace Tour. This summer palace, located on the shore of the Gulf of Finland, is a magnificent palace complex personally designed by Peter and built by the Italian architect Rastrelli. Considered a rival to the Palace of Versailles in Paris, it is adorned with 150 monumental fountains and 4 waterfalls.

Then we continue our program with the Canal Tour. With our guide, we enjoy a pleasant trip seeing St. Petersburg from the canals, stretching as far as the Neva River.

At the end of the tour, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.

St. Petersburg

After breakfast, free time. Guests who wish can join the extra Pushkin (Tsar’s Village) and Peter & Paul Tours.

This area, known as Tsar’s Village, was built by Catherine the Great in the 18th century and covers about 600 hectares. The main structure of the complex is the Catherine Palace. The Amber Room in the palace may sometimes be closed to visitors, especially due to the crowds in the summer months. The school where the famous Russian poet Pushkin was educated is also located in this region.

Afterwards, our guests may join the Peter & Paul Fortress Tour. The fortress, built by Peter in the 1700s and the first structure in St. Petersburg, is located on the Neva River. In the cathedral within the fortress are the tombs of the Romanov Dynasty. The angel figure at the top of the city’s tallest cathedral is one of the symbols of St. Petersburg.

At the end of the tour, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.

Moscow – St. Petersburg (Train Journey)

After breakfast at our hotel, we check out of our rooms and transfer to the train station. After our train journey between St. Petersburg – Moscow, arrival and greeting in Moscow.

Then, we start the Moscow Panoramic City Tour with our private vehicle. Places to be seen panoramically during the tour:

Red Square
St. Basil’s Cathedral
Kremlin Palace
Bolshoi Theatre
Tverskaya Street
Gorky Park
Novodevichy Monastery
Luzhniki Stadium
Lenin Hills
Moscow University

At the end of the tour, transfer to our hotel and free time. Guests who wish can join the extra Russian Folk Dance Show Tour. In this show performed by one of Russia's most important ensembles, we will have the chance to get to know Russian culture closely, accompanied by classical and modern dances.

After the tour, return to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.

Moscow

After breakfast, free time. Guests who wish can join the extra Kremlin Palace, Moscow Metro, Arbat Street and Nazım Hikmet's Grave Tour.

On our tour; we will see the Kremlin Palace, where the Russian President also has his office, the Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin, and the world's largest bell. Then, transportation will be provided by the world-famous Moscow Metro with its architecture.

Afterwards, free time will be given on one of Moscow's most famous streets, Arbat Street. You can shop and spend time in cafes here.

Our tour will continue with a visit to Novodevichy Monastery and Nazım Hikmet's grave located there.

After the tour, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.

Moscow – Istanbul Airport

After breakfast, free time. At the time determined by our guide, transfer to the airport. After passport and check-in procedures, departure for Istanbul with Turkish Airlines flight Tk416 at 20:10. Arrival in Istanbul at 00:20 local time. End of our tour.

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Operator

Guide languages

Turkish

Meeting point

Meeting at 05:30 in front of the Turkish Airlines counter, International Departures, Istanbul Airport.

Itinerary

Day 1: Istanbul, St. Petersburg

Day 2: St. Petersburg

Day 3: St. Petersburg

Day 4: St. Petersburg, Moscow

Day 5: Moscow

Day 6: Moscow, Istanbul

Included

The services included in this tour package are listed in detail below. All services are valid for the specified departure dates.

Flight: Economy class flights between Istanbul Airport – St. Petersburg and Moscow – Istanbul Airport with Turkish Airlines. The outbound flight TK401 departs at 09:10 and arrives in St. Petersburg at 13:00 local time. The return flight TK416 departs from Moscow at 20:10 and arrives in Istanbul at 00:20 local time.
Accommodation – St. Petersburg: 3 nights in 4-star hotels (such as Cosmos Pulkovskaya) in St. Petersburg with room + breakfast accommodation.
Accommodation – Moscow: 2 nights in 4-star hotels (such as Holiday Inn Moscow Hotel) in Moscow with room + breakfast accommodation.
Train Ticket: The train ticket for the journey between St. Petersburg and Moscow is included in the program. In case of possible operational disruptions, the alternative transfer will be by airline.
Panoramic City Tours: Panoramic city tours in St. Petersburg and Moscow, conducted from inside the vehicle with a guide, are included in the price. On the St. Petersburg tour: historical and touristic places such as Nevsky Prospect, Old Port Lighthouses, Mint, Clock Tower, Peter the Great Monument, Winter Palace, Palace Square, Admiralty Building, and Aurora Cruiser are visited. In the Moscow tour: Red Square, St. Basil’s Cathedral, Kremlin Palace, Bolshoi Theatre, Tverskaya Street, Gorky Park, Novodevichy Monastery, Luzhniki Stadium, Lenin Hills, and Moscow University are seen panoramically.
Transfers: All transfers within the program (airport – hotel – train station, etc.) are included.
Airport Taxes: Taxes for both outbound and return flights are included in the price.
Hotel Taxes: Hotel taxes incurred during accommodation in both cities are covered.
Tour Leadership: Experienced Turkish-speaking tour leadership service is provided throughout the program.
Mandatory Travel Insurance: Mandatory travel insurance (professional liability insurance) is included in the tour.

All these services listed are included in the price valid for the selected date and room type. Prices are calculated per person in a double room. Extra tours, museum entrances, and personal expenses are not included.

Excluded

The services and expenses listed below are not included in the tour price and must be covered separately by the participants:

Personal Expenses and Hotel Extras: Usage of minibar, extra room service, phone calls, and any similar personal expenses are not included in the price.
International Departure Fee: The international departure fee, which must be paid to the relevant banks or the tax office at the airport, is to be covered by the participant.
Optional Tours: All extra tours stated as optional in the program are not included in the price. These tours can be purchased at additional fees:
Kremlin Palace, Moscow Metro, Arbat Street, and Nazım Hikmet's Grave Tour: 90 EUR
Russian Night Tour: 85 EUR
Hermitage Museum Tour: 50 EUR
Peterhof Tour: 55 EUR
Canal Tour: 40 EUR
Pushkin Tsar's Village Tour: 60 EUR
Peter & Paul Tour: 45 EUR
Museum and Historical Site Entrance Fees: Panoramic city tours are conducted from inside the vehicle and any entrance fees to museums or historical sites are not included in the tour price.
Lunch and Dinners: Breakfast is provided as part of the accommodation, but lunch and dinners are not included in the program.
City Taxes: City taxes requested by municipalities during accommodation must be paid separately.
Domestic Connecting Flights: If participation is from outside Istanbul, any required domestic connecting flights are not included.
Russia Visa Fee:
Visa for regular passport holders must be obtained electronically at https://evisa.kdmid.ru/. The application must be submitted no later than 20 business days before the start date of the tour. The visa fee varies due to exchange rates but averages 50–60 USD per person.
Visa is not required for green passport holders; however, it is mandatory to obtain a QR code via the application.
Travel Protection Package: The travel protection package with cancellation coverage is not included in the tour price and can be purchased separately.
Surcharge for Over 70 Years Old: A 100% surcharge (25 EUR) applies to guests aged 70 and over.

Any additional expenses that may arise other than those listed above are also the responsibility of the participant. It is strongly recommended to check the current prices before purchasing.

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St. Petersburg, Russian Federation

Cosmos Saint-Petersburg Pulkovskaya Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals

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Explanations

Important Information

The flight times indicated in the program have been obtained from the relevant airline. The agency is not responsible for changes that may occur in flight times. Therefore, in the event of any schedule change, the program may be revised.

The first name, last name, and date of birth details provided at the time of booking must exactly match the passport, and be complete and correct. Name confirmation will not be done afterward.

Hotel vouchers and flight tickets will be sent to you three days before the tour departure date. All guests are required to carry their round-trip flight tickets and hotel accommodation documents with them. Guests without a ticket printout are responsible for their own entry to the country.

It is recommended that guests enable international use on their mobile phones.

Cancellation and Change Conditions

For reservations made, cancellations within 90 days prior to the travel date will incur a penalty fee for the St. Petersburg – Moscow train ticket. This fee varies between 80 and 120 Euros. For promotional and early booking tours, no cancellation or changes are possible.

Accommodation and Room Arrangements

Hotel check-in time is between 16:00–17:00, and check-out is between 10:00–12:00.
If multiple hotel alternatives are offered at the same destination and/or only the hotel category is specified, the hotels you will stay at will be notified to you 48 hours before the trip departure date.
Due to high demand, hotels may change; however, the hotel category will not change.
Some hotels may provide twin beds. Requests for room type changes during hotel accommodation are at the discretion of the hotel.
Triple rooms are given according to hotel availability and the third bed may be smaller than the standard bed. Usually, it is in the form of 1 double bed + 1 extra bed. Extra beds are portable and foldable. This arrangement is considered accepted by the guest.
Child discounts apply only for one child sharing the room with two adults and meeting the age criteria.
Breakfasts at hotels are served continental style in accordance with the local culture and may, in some cases, be served in a separate lounge for groups.

About Tours and Excursions

The panoramic city tours specified in the program are introductory tours, conducted from inside the vehicle with guide narration, lasting approximately 2–3 hours. They do not include museum and archaeological site entrance fees.

Tours may be canceled or their content changed due to restrictions imposed by local authorities, road closures, or adverse weather conditions. In such cases, the company is not responsible. If necessary, tours can be conducted using public transportation or on foot. Changes may also be made to extra tours due to weather conditions.

St. Petersburg – Moscow Train Journey

In case of operational disruptions on the St. Petersburg – Moscow train journey, the alternative transfer will be made via airline.

Other Matters

The company acts as an intermediary between the airline and the passenger and is subject to the Hague Protocol dated 28.09.1955.
There may be delays and schedule changes in scheduled or private flights. These situations are considered accepted in advance by guests.
Children aged 0–2 are exempt from field tax and service charge.
It is important to check prices before purchasing.

Tour Participation Requirement

The tour program is organized with a minimum participation of 40 people. If sufficient participation is not achieved, cancellation notice will be sent to you through your agency at least 20 days prior to the tour departure.