Petersburg. Peter. From the first stone to the skyscraper. 4-day tour

We invite you to a thematic tour dedicated to Peter the Great and his favorite city – St. Petersburg. To the city that became the embodiment of the Russian monarch's dream: it was here that Russia went to the sea and fortified itself on the shores of the Baltic Sea. 

We will learn about how St. Petersburg was created, we will see its "heart" – the Peter and Paul Fortress – and the palace of the first governor – A. D. Menshikov. The construction of the city became possible thanks to the successful capture of the Swedish fortresses. We will visit one of them – the fortress of Oreshek. 

And we will also see the outpost that strengthened these territories behind us – the sea fortress city of Kronstadt. The symbol of Peter's victories were the ceremonial residences erected according to the tsar's plan on the shores of the Baltic Sea: Oranienbaum and Peterhof, which will appear before you in all their splendor.

Location

Saint-Petersburg
from
$270
+ tickets to the starting point of the tour
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Duration
4 Days
3 Nights
Departures
  • Group departures
    • 1 – 4 May
    • 12 – 15 June
    • 4 – 7 July
    • 18 – 21 July
or
Accommodation
  • Hotel
    3 nights
Comfort
  • Upscale
  • Premium
Difficulty
Easy
Suitable for everyone
Group
Up to 50 tourists
Minimum age
5 years old
Group meet at
Saint-Petersburg
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Weekdays: 8am - 8pm
Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

Guided tour with VR glasses
Thanks to virtual reality glasses, we will look beyond the familiar world and see what is hidden from the eyes of the layman
The Pearl of the Gulf of Finland
Let's appreciate the exquisite interiors of the Grand Peterhof Palace and learn more about the life of Russian rulers
A walk through the fortress city
Let's immerse ourselves in the 300-year history of the Kronstadt forts and feel our involvement in the sea

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Petrovsky Petersburg bus tour, Peter the Great's Dream tour, interactive tour

    Arrival in Saint Petersburg. 

    10:30 Departure from the Rossiya Hotel. (including for guests from the Elkus Hotel).

    11:00 Meeting with a guide at the Moscow railway station at the monument to Peter the Great (by prior request), a sign for the name of the tour.

    11:20 Departure from the Oktyabrskaya Hotel (including for guests from the Best Western, Dostoevsky, Kronwell Stremyannaya, Nevsky Bereg, Novotel, Port Comfort, Rus, Emerald hotels).

    Petrovsky Petersburg Bus tour with VR glasses. 

    Let's start our acquaintance with the city from the history of its foundation and the first years of its life. Let's trace the formation of the capital of the Russian Empire and see the fruits of Peter the Great's plans, visit the places where the "Petrovsky century" still lives. Thanks to the virtual reality glasses, we will look beyond the boundaries of the familiar world and see what is hidden from the eyes of the layman. 

    You will see the Peter and Paul Fortress, created during the Northern War, and Russia's first shipyard in the Baltic, the Admiralty, the first building in the city, the House of Peter the Great, and the first Summer Garden, learn about the history of the magnificent Menshikov Palace, where the famous Petrovsky assemblies were once held, and the building of Russia's first museum, the Kunstkamera. 

    The traditional tour will be complemented by images of lost architectural monuments and panoramas of museums. It is enough just to put on special VR glasses at the right moment and immerse yourself in another world. High-precision graphics of the new generation and panoramas covering all 360° ensure a full immersion effect. At the same time, we will consider these panoramas in such a way that we do not miss the opportunity to enjoy the appearance of a real city.

    14:00 Walking route along Petrovskaya embankment "Peter's Way". The route is named after the founder of St. Petersburg, Peter the Great, and passes through the places where the history of our capital began.

    14:45 Lunch at a cafe in the city for an additional fee. (approximately 850 rubles for adults).

    16:00 Peter the Great's Dream tour in the Peter and Paul Fortress with a visit to the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul.

    We will walk along the first street of St. Petersburg, get acquainted with the associates of the tsar and his enemies, find out which traditions of Peter the Great have been preserved and firmly embedded in our lives. 

    New ways of life, the creation of an "ideal city" – all these aspirations of the tsar were reflected in "Petersburg in miniature" – the Peter and Paul Fortress. While walking along it, you will see St. Petersburg, a city that has become a symbol and the embodiment of all the reforms of the emperor.

    18:15 Interactive tour "How it's done" at the Petrovsky Aquatoria Museum. 

    Imagine: in front of you is the whole of St. Petersburg in the palm of your hand, moving figures and interactive buttons that fill the panorama with life, the light effect of day and night, different seasons. 

    Significant sights of the capital of the Russian Empire of the XVIII century and its suburbs have been recreated here, and this is a great opportunity to see Peter the Great St. Petersburg and find out which masters created this city and its layout.

    19:30-20:30 Transfer to the base hotels.

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  • Day 2 - Bus tour "Along the old Peterhof road". Excursion to Oranienbaum with a visit to the Grand Menshikov Palace
  • Day 3 - Country trip to Kronstadt. New Petersburg Bus Tour
  • Day 4 - Shlisselburg. Sightseeing tour of the Oreshek fortress
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Hotel
    3 nights
Comfort
  • Upscale
  • Premium

The tour provides accommodation in a St. Petersburg hotel of your choice.

The cost of the tour depends on the accommodation, the price is for 1 person in rubles:

The cost of the tour for 1 person in rubles: 

Basic hotels (hotels where the group gathers)

Russia 3*. Breakfast buffet. Address: Chernyshevsky Square, 11. The nearest metro station is Victory Park. The hotel is located in a respectable Moskovsky district, within 20 minutes you can get to Pulkovo airport, railway stations and the historical city center. The windows offer a beautiful view of Chernyshevsky Square and Moscow's Victory Park. Near us: The Historical Park "Russia – My History", the EXPOFORUM Exhibition Center, the Grand Layout Russia Museum. Check-out time: 14:00 check-in, 12:00 check-out, guaranteed early check-in 00:00-14:00 +100% rate:

4-day tour/ Check-in datesDoubleSingle room
Standard
01.05.252555032750
12.06.252705035900
04.07.252705035900
18.07.252555032750
01.08.252555032750
15.08.252555032750
12.09.252375029300

Oktyabrskaya 4*. Breakfast buffet. Address: Ligovsky ave., 10. The most popular hotel is located opposite Moskovsky Train Station, a 2-minute walk from Nevsky Prospekt. The nearest metro station is Ploshchad Vosstaniya / Mayakovskaya. Check-out time: 14:00 check-in, 12:00 check-out, guaranteed early check-in 00:00-08:00 +100% rate, 08:00-14:00 +50% rate (without breakfast).

4-day tour/ Check-in datesDoubleSingle room
Standard
01.05.252915036650

Hotels from which guests independently approach the starting point of excursions:

Elkus 3*, Breakfast "Swedish line". Address: Blagodatnaya str., 10 building 3 p.1. Nearest metro station: Electrosila. The Elkus Hotel also has an internal atrium, some rooms overlook it. The atrium has tables, chairs, and even a grand piano to play on. There is also a children's room, although there are no tutors. A 16-minute walk to the meeting place - the Rossiya Hotel. Check-out time: 14:00 check-in, 12:00 check-out, Early Check-in. 00:00-01:59 – 100%, 02:00 - 13:59 – 50% no breakfast:

4-day tour/ Check-in datesDoubleSingle room
Business
01.05.252555032150
12.06.252750035900
04.07.252555032150
18.07.252555032150
01.08.252525031400
15.08.252525031400
12.09.252480030650

Cronwell Inn Stremyannaya 4* / Cronwell Inn Stremyannaya 4*. Breakfast buffet. Address: Stremyannaya St., 18. The hotel is located in the historical center of St. Petersburg, a 3-minute walk from Nevsky Prospekt and Mayakovskaya metro Station, a 5-minute walk from Moskovsky Train Station, a 15-minute drive from Palace Square and Alexander Nevsky Lavra, a 7-minute walk to the meeting place - Oktyabrskaya Hotel". Check-out time: 14:00 check-in, 12:00 check-out, guaranteed early check-in 00:00-06:00 +100% rate, 06:00-12:00 +50% rate (without breakfast):

4-day tour/ Check-in datesDoubleSingle room
Standard
01.05.252750036650
12.06.253005041900
04.07.253005041900
18.07.252825038150
01.08.252825038150
15.08.252825038150
12.09.252690035450

Best Western 4* / Best Western Plus Center Hotel 4*. Continental breakfast. Address: 41/43 Ligovsky Ave. The nearest metro station is Ploshchad Vosstaniya. 4 minutes from the Oktyabrskaya 4* hotel. Breakfast is served every morning at the Du Nord Restaurant. The restaurant has its own bakery and pastry shop, and serves Russian and European cuisine.:

4-day tour/ Check-in datesDoubleSingle room
Comfort
01.05.252960018200

Nevsky Bereg 122 3*, Breakfast buffet. Address: Nevsky Prospekt, 122. The nearest metro station is Ploshchad Vosstaniya. The hotel is located in a cozy old–fashioned building, close to the city's largest transport hub, the Moscow Railway Station. The Hermitage Museum, Anichkin Bridge, shopping malls and many entertainment venues are located nearby. A 4-minute walk to the meeting place is the Oktyabrskaya Hotel. Check–out time: 14:00 check–in, 12:00 check-out, Early Check-in before 06:00 - 100%, Early Check-in from 06:00 - 50%, early check-in includes breakfast.

Nevsky bereg 93 3*, Breakfast buffet. Address: Nevsky Prospekt, 93. The nearest metro station is Ploshchad Vosstaniya. All conditions for a comfortable stay are provided here — there is air conditioning, refrigerator, TV, hairdryer, iron, tea/coffee in the rooms, microwave, stove, safe, heating. a 5-minute walk to the meeting place is the Oktyabrskaya Hotel. Check-out time: 14:00 check-in, 12:00 check-out, Early Check-in. from 07:00 + 50% Early Check-in until 07:00 + 100%:

4-day tour / Check-in datesDoubleSingle room
Standard
01.05.252990039050
12.06.253350046250
04.07.253350046250
18.07.253350046250
01.08.253350046250
15.08.253350046250

Rus 4*, buffet breakfast. Address: 1, Artillery Street. The nearest metro station is Chernyshevskaya. In the very center of the city – a 10-minute walk from the Summer Garden and Mikhailovsky Castle, a 20-minute walk from the Oktyabrskaya 4* hotel and Moskovsky train station (one metro stop). Check-out time: 14:00 check-in, 12:00 check-out, early check-in in high season + 100%, in low season + 50% of the fare:

4-day tour/ Check-in datesDoubleSingle room
Classic
01.05.252855032900
12.06.253200036200
04.07.253200036200
18.07.252855032900
01.08.252855032900
15.08.252855032900
12.09.252855032900

Novotel 4* / Novotel St. Petersburg Centre 4*, Buffet breakfast. Address: 3A Mayakovsky St.. The nearest metro stations are Ploshchad Vosstaniya, Mayakovskaya. The hotel is located 100 meters from Nevsky Prospekt, close to the main attractions and within walking distance from Moskovsky Train Station, an 8-minute walk to the meeting place - Oktyabrskaya Hotel. Check-out time: 15:00 check-in, 12:00 check-out, early Check-in + 100%:

4-day tour/ Check-in datesDoubleSingle room
Standard
01.05.253050038150
12.06.253275042650
04.07.253275042650
18.07.253275042650
01.08.253275042650
15.08.253275042650
12.09.253050038150

Apart-hotel "Port Comfort on Ligovsky" 4* / Port Comfort Ligovsky 29 4*. Buffet breakfast. Address: Ligovsky ave. 29. The hotel is located in the historical part of St. Petersburg near the metro station "Ploshchad Vosstaniya", Nevsky Prospekt and the Oktyabrsky shopping mall, 4 minutes away. walking distance from Moskovsky train station and the Gallery shopping center, in A 3-minute walk from the Oktyabrskaya 4* hotel. Check-out time: 14:00 check-in, 12:00 check-out, guaranteed early check-in at 00:14:00 +100% of the rate:

4-day tour/ Check-in datesDoubleSingle room
Standard
01.05.253050042650
12.06.253320048200
04.07.253050042650
18.07.253050042650
01.08.253050042650
15.08.253050042650
12.09.252765036950

Dostoevsky 4*.  Breakfast buffet. Address: Vladimirsky Ave., 19. The hotel is centrally located opposite Vladimirskaya Square and next to the Dostoevskaya / Vladimirskaya metro station. The facade of the hotel building faces the Cathedral of the Vladimir Icon of the Mother of God (Vladimirsky Cathedral). A 16-minute walk to the meeting place is the Oktyabrskaya Hotel. Check-out time: 15:00 check-in, 12:00 check-out, guaranteed early check-in 00:00-11:00 + 100% rate, 11:00-15:00 + 50% rate (without breakfast):

4-day tour/ Check-in datesDoubleSingle room
Standard
01.05.253125038750
12.06.253350042950
04.07.253350042950
18.07.253350042950
01.08.253125038750
15.08.253125038750
12.09.253125038750

Without accommodation and breakfast (in this case, the guide picks up the guests from the Oktyabrskaya hotel): 

Days1 person2 people3 people4 people5 people
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Discount for children under 16: 1560 rub.

Discount for students and seniors: 300 rubles.

Surcharge for foreign tickets (except the Republic of Belarus): 1,700 rubles (all excursions are in Russian).

Please specify the prices when booking.

Oktyabrskaya 4* or Comfort Port Ligovsky 29 4* or 3 nights
Oktyabrskaya 4*

The hotel is located close to one of the most popular attractions in St. Petersburg, such as the Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood (2.1 km) and Smolny Cathedral (2.8 km), the Oktyabrskaya Hotel is an excellent choice for tourists.

Rooms at the Oktyabrskaya Hotel have a refrigerator, air conditioning and a mini-bar, and guests can stay connected at all times thanks to free Wi-Fi.

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Comfort Port Ligovsky 29 4*

The Port Comfort on Ligovskiy Apart-Hotel is located in the very center of St. Petersburg, close to the main attractions and Moskovsky Train Station.

The hotel offers accommodation in stylish rooms of various categories. Each room has a double bed, sofa, TV, bathroom with shower, hairdryer, washing machine and a set of towels. Free Wi-Fi is available on site.

There is a kitchenette with a fridge, microwave, kettle, electric stove and dining table. There are many cafes and restaurants within walking distance.

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Ibis 3*

The Ibis Saint Petersburg Center Hotel is a three-star European-class hotel offering 221 comfortable and modern rooms. The hotel is located in the city center on Ligovsky Prospekt, a five-minute walk from Nevsky Prospekt, 500 meters from the Moscow Railway Station. Our guests will be able to enjoy the excellent cuisine of the ibis kitchen restaurant and visit the hotel's lobby bar.

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Best Western 4*

The Western Plus Centre Hotel is a comfortable, modern hotel that meets international standards of hospitality. The Best Western Plus Centre Hotel is the first and so far the only hotel of the brand in St. Petersburg. 

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Izzzi at Gostiny Dvor 3*

IZZZI u Gostiny Dvor Hotel is located next to the Alexandrinsky Theater, 440 m from Gostiny Dvor Metro Station and 800 m from Nevsky Prospekt Station.

The accommodation offers comfortable rooms with comfortable furniture, plasma TV, high-speed Wi-Fi, telephone, work desk and bathroom with cosmetics and hairdryer.

Guests can order a delicious buffet breakfast for an additional fee, or use the shared kitchen with a microwave, toaster, kettle and kitchenware. The "Meet" restaurant serves delicious lunches and dinners, and a discount is provided for hotel guests.

A common recreation and work area, a library, a children's corner and laundry services are at guests' disposal. Nearby is the Catherine Garden - 180 m, the Anichkov Palace - 600 m and the Kazan Cathedral - 1 km. Moskovsky Train Station is 2 km away, and the airport is 20 km away.

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Cronwell Inn Stremyannaya 4*

The Cronwell Inn Stremyannaya is a hotel of the Cronwell Hotels & Resorts Gallery, which opened in St. Petersburg in February 2010. The hotel is located in the historical center of St. Petersburg, a 3-minute walk from Nevsky Prospekt and Mayakovskaya Metro Station, a 5-minute walk from Moskovsky Train Station and a 30–minute car ride from Pulkovo Airport. The color scheme of the hotel's interiors highlights the classic style, flavor and atmosphere of historic St. Petersburg.

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Novotel 4*

The rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV, air conditioning and a minibar. You will also be able to stay in touch at all times, as St. Petersburg Novotel offers guests free Wi-Fi.

The hotel offers concierge services and room service. A fitness center and a restaurant are also available at the Novotel St. Petersburg, which will help you relax after a busy day.

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Kravt Nevsky SPA 4*

A family-run 4* SPA hotel located in the central district of St. Petersburg, next to the main thoroughfare of the city, in the historically developed boutique area of Nevsky Prospekt, as well as within walking distance of the main attractions.

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Nevsky shore 3*

The three-star Nevsky Bereg 122 Hotel is located in St. Petersburg, within walking distance from Vosstaniya Square. Guests of the cultural capital will be able to spend their holidays in excellent conditions, and the helpful and attentive staff will be happy to help if they have any questions.

The bright rooms are equipped with the necessary amenities for comfortable accommodation, and the cozy interior creates a homely atmosphere. There is a private bathroom, hairdryer, cosmetics, slippers, LCD TV and Wi-Fi.

There is a restaurant on site called Pier 122, where guests will be happy to enjoy a hearty and varied breakfast.

Local attractions and important urban places are located very close, you can walk to them on foot. The convenient location near public transport stops and a metro station will allow you to get anywhere in the city. The distance to Moskovsky Train Station is 0.3 km, and Pulkovo Airport is 14.3 km away.

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Dostoevsky 4*

The Dostoevsky Hotel is conveniently located next to the 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 come with a hairdryer and free toiletries.

Guests can work out in the gym and relax in the sauna. A ticket office and a tour desk are available at the reception. Her 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 mall with a supermarket and a food court. An ATM is installed in its lobby.

Pulkovo Airport is 15 km from Dostoevsky Hotel. 

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Russia 3*

The three-star Rossiya Hotel is located in St. Petersburg. Car owners will be able to use private parking.

The hotel has 392 rooms. All of them are decorated in bright colors and equipped with modern furniture. Guests will enjoy the availability of a telephone, a TV and a private bathroom. A free Wi-Fi connection is available throughout the property.

Delicious breakfasts are included in the price of your stay. There are bars and restaurants on site where you can have a delicious and satisfying meal.

For business people, there are several specially equipped conference halls and meeting rooms, which are equipped with the latest technology.

The St. Petersburg Sports and Concert Complex is about a 10-minute walk away. Near the hotel you will find several attractions of the city. The distance to the airport is 8.2 km.

Standard - rooms of 13 sq.m., room facilities
Comfort - rooms of 20-25 sq. m., room amenities.

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Rus 4*

It offers a billiard room, massage room, sauna with swimming pool, hammam, beauty salon, dentistry. The hotel offers conference rooms of various sizes for meetings and other business events. The hotel has a wide secured parking and parking area, which is incredibly convenient in the center of a big city. The restaurant's menu consists of dishes of traditional Russian and European cuisine. The 24-hour bar offers a wide range of drinks, snacks, as well as confectionery from the branded confectionery "Rus".

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The Elkus 3 Hotel*

Elkus is a modern hotel located in the Moskovsky district of St. Petersburg.

The hotel has 258 rooms ranging from compact and ergonomic to spacious and atmospheric with fireplaces and terraces. They are equipped with air conditioning, a TV, a private bathroom and Wi-Fi. From the 5th to the 16th floor, the rooms offer panoramic views of the city.

An electric kettle and a refrigerator are provided. You can have a snack in the hotel's restaurant or lobby bar.

There is a covered parking, a fitness club, as well as a playroom for children. Aviator Park and Moscow Victory Park, the museum "Russia - My Story" are nearby. Pulkovo Airport is 9 km away, and Baltiyskiy Railway Station is 3.4 km away.

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Tour conditions

Group
up to 50 tourists
Minimum age
5 years old
Duration
4 days 3 nights
Group meets at
Saint-Petersburg

Included in price

  • accommodation, when choosing a rate with accommodation;
  • breakfast, if the accommodation rate is selected;
  • guided tours and daily transportation services according to the program;
  • radio equipment (headphones);
  • tickets to museums according to the program;
  • guide support.

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to St. Petersburg and back;
  • meals not specified in the program;
  • accommodation, when choosing a rate without accommodation;
  • breakfasts, when choosing a rate without accommodation;
  • the resort fee of 100 rubles/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;
  • additional excursions;
  • other expenses not included in the tour program (souvenirs, excursions, facilities not included in the tour program, additional services at the hotel).

It's important to know

Are the tickets included in the tour price?

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

Is insurance included in the price of the tour?
Can the excursions be changed?
What important information do you need to know about the tour?

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Reviews

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    Anna
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    13 Feb, 2025
    My daughter and I took the St. Petersburg Collection tour for 7 days, and I highly recommend it for first-time visitors to the city like us. The tour is well-designed, allowing you to see the main attractions in a short period of time. A great advantage is that you can join on any day. Everything was well-organized—excellent guides, comfortable buses, and provided radio headsets for better communication. There were no delays or long waits. The schedule was planned in a way that left plenty of free time in the evenings for walks or additional sightseeing. The tour package includes hotel accommodation, with several options to choose from. I stayed at the Rossiya Hotel near Pobeda Park and was very satisfied. The rooms were clean, with daily housekeeping, fresh towels, and air conditioning—which was perfect given the pleasant temperatures of 24–30°C during our stay. A buffet breakfast was included—simple but sufficient to start the day. It was really convenient, as we would bring a small snack for the day and have dinner somewhere in central St. Petersburg. The hotel is within walking distance of the blue metro line, making it easy to reach the city center without transfers. There’s also a supermarket nearby, along with plenty of street food options. It’s also worth mentioning that additional excursions are available. We took a boat trip to the forts of Kronstadt and joined a nighttime tour to see the city's famous drawbridges—both were unforgettable experiences
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    Elena
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    12 Feb, 2025
    First and foremost, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude to our personal manager in Big Country, Ksenia, for carefully selecting a tour that matched our preferences and for swiftly handling the changes to our group size. We had six unforgettable days on the banks of the Neva River! A huge thank you for the well-organized excursions, led by true professionals—Irina and Olga. We would be delighted to recommend traveling with Big Country to our friends and family!
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    Margarita
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    12 Feb, 2025
    Many thanks to Big Country for the tour—everything was top-notch! We’ll definitely be back. Thank you!