Family holidays in St. Petersburg, Peterhof and Kronstadt

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A trip on a double—decker bus, excursions to the metro and the railway museum, films about space and cosmonauts' food - you will have an exciting journey around St. Petersburg and the region.

And the program also includes Kronstadt with a panorama of the Gulf of Finland and famous forts, Peterhof with state rooms and halls, Tsarskoye Selo with Catherine Palace, the Hermitage and a walk through the "most" sights of St. Petersburg in various senses: St. Isaac's Cathedral, the Bronze Horseman and others.

Location

Saint-Petersburg

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Tour highlights

Let's admire the world's masterpieces

Let's admire the works of Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo and other great masters in the Hermitage

Let's look at the exhibits of the railways

We will see real steam locomotives, locomotives, climb under a steam locomotive or enter a hospital car

We will visit the winter Peterhof

Let's take a walk through winter Peterhof, see the state rooms and the great hall with the imperial throne

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival. Excursion on the double–decker bus "Hop on - Hop off" with a tour of the historical theater-layout "Petrovskaya Aquatoria"
Independent check-in.
Guaranteed hotel accommodation after 15:00.
You can leave your belongings in the hotel's luggage room until 15:00.
Excursion on the double–decker bus "Hop on - Hop off" with a tour of the historical theater-layout "Petrovskaya Aquatoria" (audio guide).
A Hop-On Hop-Off double–decker bus tour is the perfect way to explore the city on your own terms: the ticket is valid for 24 hours,
You do not depend on anyone and will be able to "jump out" of the bus at any stop you like, and after walking enough, get on the next bus and continue your journey.
And in the museum of the historical mock-up theater "Petrovsky Aquatoria" depicting St. Petersburg at the beginning of the XVIII century, you can watch the movement of 130 ships made according to historical models, watch fist fights during Maslenitsa and dances of the nobility at imperial receptions in Peterhof.
Thanks to special effects, the ancient Petersburg will come to life before your eyes.
Transportation is provided for a sightseeing tour.

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Day 2 - Make a Wish walking tour. Excursion to the Church of the Resurrection of Christ ("Savior on Blood") and the Hermitage
Breakfast at the hotel.
Make a Wish walking tour.
Excursion to the Church of the Resurrection of Christ ("Savior on Blood") and the Hermitage.
Meeting with a guide at the Kazan Cathedral (Nevsky Prospekt metro station).
Departure for the tour at 11:00.
During our short trip, you will get to the secret places of St. Petersburg, where we make wishes, cherished and not so much, small and big, places where we dream.
We are ready to share this secret with you.
You will learn legends and stories related to the monument to Chizhik-Pyzhik, the Atlanteans at the entrance to the Hermitage, the fountain of the Ball, the monument to the cat Elisha and the cat Vasilisa.
Excursion to the unusual beauty of the Church of the Resurrection of Christ ("Savior on Blood"), built on the site of the fatal wound of Emperor Alexander II.
It is surprising that despite such a gloomy and sad prehistory of creation, the artistic appearance of the temple delights with the richest multicolored domes covered with jewelry enamel, glazed tiles, the temple looks very festive and elegant, like a fabulous gingerbread house.
The decoration of the temple is considered to be the rarest collection of Russian mosaic art in Russia.
An excursion to the Hermitage, one of the largest art museums in the world, will be the most important event in the lives of future artists, sculptors and just creative people, as well as their parents.
You can feel like an Egyptian priest, a princess in the Throne Room or a medieval knight in the armor of the Knight's Hall.
The duration of the tour is 3-3.5 hours.
Transportation is not provided.
Day 3 - Country bus tour to Peterhof "Russian Versailles" with a visit to the Grand Imperial Palace
Breakfast at the hotel.
Country bus tour to Peterhof "Russian Versailles" with a visit to the Grand Imperial Palace.
Meeting with the guide at the metro station Gostiny Dvor.
Departure for the tour at 13:30.
The most brilliant of the suburbs of St. Petersburg.
The originality of this ensemble is unique.
Outstanding monuments of architecture, sculpture, painting, and landscape art are concentrated here.
The oldest royal residence near St. Petersburg, known worldwide as the "Kingdom of Fountains", was built over two centuries by the efforts of many outstanding Russian and European architects.
And even in winter, when the park stalls and flower beds are covered with snow, water cannons are inactive, and the sculpture of the Grand Cascade is carefully sheltered from frost, Peterhof offers guests to explore the palaces of the former royal residence, the main of which is the Grand Palace.
Almost completely destroyed during the Great Patriotic War, the palace was restored in the post-war decades, and today its interiors show visitors the Oak Staircase and the Oak Study of Peter with carved panels of the early 17th century, the suite of state rooms of architect Rastrelli, the Chinese offices of Vallen-Delamot, the Dining Room, Throne and Chesma halls of Felten.
The duration of the tour is 4.5-5 hours.
Transportation is provided for a country trip.
Day 4 - Visit to the Museum of Railway Transport with the simulator "Driver's Cabin" and a unique three-level Aquarium
Breakfast at the hotel.
Visit to the Museum of Railway Transport with the simulator "Driver's cabin" and a unique three-level Aquarium.
The Museum of Railway Transport will be interesting for both children and adults – 57 thousand square meters, 28 thousand exhibits!
The museum features authentic life—size exhibits - antique steam locomotives of various types and real wagons of the last century.
As part of the visit, your child will be able to try himself as a machinist in a special simulator (session at 12:00) and see a real steam locomotive in the section.
A unique three-level Aquarium, the largest in Russia.
The territory of the aquarium is divided into seven climatic zones representing the reservoirs of the North-West of Russia, the Amazon basin, the tidal zone, the coral reef zone and the main marine aquarium with a 35-meter transparent tunnel laid through it.
Transportation is not provided.

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Day 5 - Country bus tour to Tsarskoye Selo with a tour of the Catherine Palace and the Amber Room
Breakfast at the hotel.
Country bus tour to Tsarskoye Selo with a tour of the Catherine Palace and the Amber Room.
Meeting with the guide at the metro station Gostiny Dvor.
Departure for the tour at 11:30.
A tour of the Catherine Palace, the brilliant creation of F.B. Rastrelli, does not leave people of all ages and generations indifferent.
The luxury of the decoration is admired by the Large Throne Hall of Mirrors, with an area of one thousand square meters, and the "Golden Suite" of state rooms, among which is the world—famous revived Amber Room.
At the end of the tour in the palace, you will be able to feed the ducks at the Grotto Pavilion on the ice-free pond in your free time.
The duration of the tour is 5-5.5 hours.
Transportation is provided for a country trip.
Day 6 - Visit to the Harry Potter Museum
Breakfast at the hotel.
Visit to the Harry Potter Museum.
The Harry Potter Museum offers 600 square meters of entertainment: fantastic attractions, interactive excursions with the heroes of the famous book, atmospheric locations and photo zones, magic workshops.
Transportation is not provided.
Day 7 - Country bus tour to Kronstadt with a visit to the Museum of Naval Glory. Completion of the tour
Breakfast at the hotel.
Rooms are available until 12:00.
Country bus tour to Kronstadt with a visit to the Museum of Naval Glory.
Meeting with the guide at the metro station Gostiny Dvor.
Departure for the tour at 11:45.
On this trip you will see a unique structure – a dam connecting Kotlin Island in the Gulf of Finland with the mainland, the harbors of Petrovsky Port with Navy ships, marinas, docks, fortress walls, Admiralty, bypass canal, Italian Palace, numerous monuments (to legendary Russian sailors, etc.), Kronstadt Foodstock (the starting point of all heights and depths on the territory of Russia), hydraulic structures that have no analogues in the world (Peter I dock), a complex of provincial houses of the XVIII century, a unique metal pavement, Anchor Square, a grandiose Naval Cathedral, Gostiny Dvor, Marine Collection, Marine Library, Petrovsky Park, boulevards, ponds).
The Museum of Naval Glory is an innovative museum complex in Kronstadt. Here you don't just play the role of an observer, but become a researcher.
The duration of the tour is 5-6 hours.
Transportation is provided for a country trip.

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Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

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Accommodation

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Hotel, Guest House

4 nights

Comfort

Basic+
Upscale
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The tour provides accommodation in various hotels in St. Petersburg.

The cost of the tour for 1 person, RUB.:

placement	For 1 person in 2 places. the room	Add. place	1-places. Number	Discount on the reb. up to 14 years old	Extra day, price per room
placement	For 1 person in 2 places. the room	Add. place	1-places. Number	Discount on the reb. up to 14 years old	1-places.	2 places.	2 places. + additional place
PICKAXE Tourclass, amenities per block, Breakfast set	34210	34210	40690	2000	3035	3915	5870
PICKAXE Standard, room amenities Breakfast set	35800	35800	46330	2000	3980	4455	6680
SAINT PETERBURG4* Standard Yard, breakfast buffet	38190	35590	53985	2000	5265	5265	7290
ST. PETERSBURG 4* Deluxe Neva, breakfast buffet	48935	38635	75665	2000	8910	8910	10935
DOSTOEVSKY 4* Standard Breakfast buffet	36440	-	47535	2000	4185	4670	-
DOSTOEVSKY 4* Superior Breakfast buffet	38430	43850	49120	2000	4455	5345	9125
EXPRESS SADOVAYA 4* Standard attic Breakfast buffet	36995	36995	45095	2000	3780	4860	7290
EXPRESS SADOVAYA 4* Premium Breakfast buffet	42965	38465	57140	2000	5805	6885	9315
THEATRE SQUARE 4* Standard attic Breakfast buffet	37790	34190	46700	2000	4050	5130	6885
THEATRE SQUARE 4* Premium Breakfast buffet	43760	35660	58745	2000	6075	7155	8910
DOMINA PULKOVO 4* Standard apartment, buffet breakfast	38985	33985	55590	2000	5535	5535	7155
EXCURSION PROGRAM WITHOUT ACCOMMODATION AND MEALS	23070			2000

Dostoevsky Hotel

The Dostoevsky Hotel is conveniently located next to a metro station, a 5-minute walk from Nevsky Prospekt and less than a 10-minute walk from the Alexandrinsky Theater. St. Isaac's Cathedral is 3 km away. The rooms are equipped with a minibar and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.

The bathrooms are equipped with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Guests can work out in the gym and relax in the sauna. A ticket service and a tour desk are available at the reception. Its staff will also recommend the most interesting events in St. Petersburg. A currency exchange service is also available.

The Dostoevsky Hotel has an elegant restaurant and a stylish bar with panoramic views of St. Vladimir's Cathedral. The hotel is located above a shopping center with a supermarket and a food court. There is an ATM in its lobby. Pulkovo Airport is 15 km from Dostoevsky Hotel. Staff can arrange a shuttle service upon request.

This is our guests' favorite part of St. Petersburg, according to independent reviews.

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Kirochnaya Hotel

Kirochnaya Hotel is located in the Central District of St. Petersburg, a 15-minute walk from Chernyshevskaya Metro Station. Nearby attractions such as the Tauride Garden, the Smolny Institute, and the A.V. Suvorov Museum are located.

This is a comfortable and peaceful place with rooms for up to 4 people, the interior of which is designed in classic English style. An ideal option for those who would like to live in the center and not overpay for additional services.

The hotel has 24 rooms of different capacities: 13 double, 8 triple, 3 quadruple. All of them are equipped with sturdy single beds with massive headboards. The furniture also includes bedside tables, tables, chairs, and a wardrobe. Cups, saucers, towels, and free toiletries are provided.

The bathrooms are located on the floor, 1 for 2-3 rooms. They have showers, bathrooms, sinks. Some rooms are equipped with private facilities.

The reception is open 24 hours a day. The receptionist will help you call a taxi and store your belongings in the luggage room. Free Wi-Fi internet access is available near the reception, and a soft leather sofa is installed.

The hotel has a small cafe where organized meals for tourist groups are provided.

There is a cooler with hot and cold water on each floor.

Ironing facilities are available if necessary.

Smoking and pets are not allowed on site.

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St. Petersburg Hotel

This hotel offers spacious rooms with stunning views of St. Petersburg and the Neva River. The hotel is located in the city center, on the Pirogovskaya embankment.

The modern rooms at the Saint Petersburg Hotel feature cable TV, a desk and a seating area. Many rooms have large windows with panoramic river views. Room service is available 24 hours a day.

The Bering Restaurant serves Russian, Pan-Asian and European cuisine. A varied buffet breakfast is served in the morning. La Vue Restaurant on the roof with panoramic views of the Neva River has 5 dining rooms and offers wine tasting.

The reception of the Saint Petersburg Hotel is open 24 hours a day. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. In addition, guests of the St. Petersburg Hotel can visit the gift shop and use the conference rooms.

Saint Petersburg Hotel is less than 3 km from the Hermitage Museum. Finlandsky Train Station is less than 1 km away.

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Theatre Square 4*

The hotel is located in the Admiralteysky district of St. Petersburg. It offers free internet access, luggage storage. You can check in at any time, as the reception is open around the clock.

Standard and family rooms are available. You can check in either alone or with a family of up to six people. The rooms are equipped with double, single and bunk beds. Each room has its own bathroom with shower and toilet.

For an additional cost, you can purchase breakfast, lunch and dinner.

There are several interesting sights within walking distance. There is a metro station about a 15-minute walk away, from where you can get to anywhere in the city. The Kryukov Canal runs across the street from the hotel.

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DOMINA Pulkovo 4*

DOMINA Pulkovo Hotel and Apartments ** is a new unique apartment hotel under the management of the Italian DOMINA chain.

The complex is located in the south of the city, near Pulkovo International Airport, within walking distance from Zvezdnaya and Moskovskaya metro stations. Just 8 metro stops and you are in the heart of St. Petersburg on Nevsky Prospekt. A convenient location will allow guests to combine a relaxing holiday with a busy one

the excursion program. And the presence of a kitchenette in the apartment with a refrigerator, a hob and a set of dishes makes this option ideal for a family holiday.

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Express Sadovaya Hotel

Express Sadovaya Hotel is located in the Admiralteysky district on the banks of the Griboyedov Canal, in the Nikolsky Rows building. It offers internet access, as well as a parking space.

The rooms are presented in the categories "Standard" and "Superior", where up to three people can stay. The private bathrooms have a set of towels for each vacationer. Smoking is strictly prohibited in the rooms.

Breakfast can be purchased at an additional cost. A variety of dishes are available for lunch and dinner. There are several food establishments in the vicinity of the hotel.

In winter, guests can enjoy an ice rink, a Venetian carousel, ice mini golf and curling in the courtyard, as well as jazz concerts. There are several metro stations within a 20-minute walk: Sadovaya, Spasskaya, Sennaya Ploshchad, Baltiyskaya and Pushkinskaya. The distance to Pulkovo Airport is 12.8 km, to Baltiysky Railway Station is 1.5 km.

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Tour conditions

Group

up to 45 tourists

Minimum age

6 years old

Duration

7 days 6 nights

Group meets at

Saint-Petersburg

Included in price

hotel accommodation for 6 days (accommodation after 15:00, check-out before 12:00);
meals: 6 breakfasts in the hotel restaurant, if the rate with accommodation is selected;
the excursion program and transport in the volume according to the tour program;
the services of a group guide for all excursion days of the tour;
the Podorozhnik transport card for all excursion days.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to St. Petersburg and back;
accommodation when choosing a rate without accommodation;
the resort fee of 100 rubles/person/day will be paid by the guests directly at the hotel, and cannot be included in the tourist package (from 04/01/2024 in St. Petersburg);
private transfer;
meals not specified in the tour program;
personal expenses.

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Air and railway tickets are not included in the price of the tour. You can purchase them yourself or contact us for help.

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Family holidays in St. Petersburg, Peterhof and Kronstadt

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