The blues of white nights in St. Petersburg. Bus tour from Moscow

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Immerse yourself in imperial luxury: you will stroll through the Peterhof Fountain Park, drive underwater to Kronstadt to the main naval cathedral of Russia, and the next day you will be able to discover the secrets of underground passages in romantic Gatchina.

Complete the journey with the magic of the Romanov palaces: from the grand halls of Elaginoostrovsky to the secret offices of the emperors, and then return to Moscow with a breeze along the highway.

Location

Moscow

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Tour highlights

The Pearl of the Gulf of Finland

Admire the beauty of Peterhof, which embodies the sophistication of the imperial court and the wealth of the state

The fortress city of Kronstadt

Get acquainted with the complex of flood defenses, from where you will admire the panorama of the Gulf of Finland and see the famous Kronstadt forts

Maximum impressions

If desired, complement your vacation with a boat tour of rivers and canals, as well as a night tour with bridges

Itinerary

Day 1 - Overnight transfer to St. Petersburg
19:00 Bus pick-up from Elektrostal, Lenin Avenue, 08B (stop near Elgrad) by prior arrangement.
19:15 Departure from Elektrostal.
19:30 Bus pick-up in Noginsk, Komsomolskaya str., 76 (near the bus stop) by prior arrangement.
19:45 Departure from Noginsk.
20:30 Bus pick-up in Balashikha by prior arrangement.
22:00 Gathering of the group in Moscow: VDNKh metro station, parking lot to the right of the Kosmos Hotel.
22:30 Departure to St. Petersburg via the M11 highway (travel time about 10 hours, ~700 km).
23:30 It is possible to board in Solnechnogorsk (cafe Deliciously — I dot, Krasnaya str., 118) by prior arrangement.
24:00 It is possible to board in Klin (cafe Deliciously — I dot, Pervomaiskaya str., 2) by prior arrangement.
01:00 Boarding is possible in Tver (Globus shopping center, Oktyabrsky ave., 101) by prior arrangement.
Overnight transfer to St. Petersburg. There are 2-3 sanitary stops along the way.
Day 2 - Peterhof. Kronstadt
Arrival in St. Petersburg.
08:00-08:30 Breakfast in a cafe in the city.
Transfer to Peterhof.
Bus country tour "Imperial splendor, imperial grandeur". Travel tour "Old Peterhof road".
Guided tour of the Lower Park — an introduction to the history of the creation of the "fountain capital of the world". The Lower Park was modeled after regular gardens and retained all the features of its French originals.
The layout of the Lower Park is determined by two systems of alleys fanning out from the Grand Palace and the Marly Palace.
The layout scheme is thought out so deeply that not a single garden decoration, not a single detail is hidden from the eyes of the guests. Each alley ends with either a palace or a fountain, of which there are 150 in the Lower Park.
Free time in the Lower Park.
Lunch at the cafe
Next, we will go to the city of Kronstadt through an underwater tunnel.
The Russian Citadel on the Baltic Sea tour will allow you to take an exciting trip to Kotlin Island, where the fortress city of Kronstadt ("crown city") appeared at the beginning of the XVIII century.
You will learn why a beautiful Italian palace appeared in a city designed to become a harsh sea fortress, why Kronstadt needed Dutch cuisine, what "provincial houses" are, where the "navel of the Earth" is located.
You will also visit the majestic and solemn St. Nicholas Naval Cathedral, the main naval temple in Russia.
Return to St. Petersburg.
Accommodation at the Cosmos Baltic 4* hotel.

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Day 3 - Free day. Excursions for an additional fee to choose from
Breakfast at the hotel is a buffet.
Free day.
Additionally, you can purchase an excursion: A bus tour to Gatchina with a visit to the Gatchina Palace of Paul I. Cost: 3350 rubles/hour (adult), 3050 rubles/hour (child under 17 years old).
Departure time for the tour: 11:00-11:30.
Place of departure: Ligovsky ave., 10/118 (gost. Oktyabrskaya), metro station "Ploshchad Vosstaniya".
Discover one of the most atmospheric imperial residences — go to Gatchina! A unique combination of palatial luxury, the secrets of underground passages and the peaceful beauty of the park awaits you just an hour's drive from St. Petersburg.
Book an excursion today and spend an unforgettable day in the world of imperial dreams and romantic landscapes!
Gatchina is one of the suburban imperial residences. Picturesque landscapes, silence, abundance of reservoirs, architectural monuments – all this gives the palace and park complex a special charm.
And it no longer seems surprising that Pavel I, who is called the most romantic and dreamy Russian emperor, lived here for more than 10 years.
The Gatchina Palace preserves the memory of him and his wife, whose modest facades conceal luxurious interiors and the famous underground passage to Silver Lake. And around it there is the first romantic landscape park in Russia, which we will take a walk through.
Gatchina Palace tour. A walk through the landscape park.
17:00 End in the center of St. Petersburg.
Additionally: Boat tour along the rivers and canals of "Northern Venice": 1200 rub./adult; 1000 rub./school.
Bridge-raising night tour: 1200 rubles/adult; 1000 rubles/school.
A boat tour and a night bridge tour are paid for on the spot and will definitely take place when the minimum required group is recruited.

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Day 4 - Bus tour "Romanov Palaces in St. Petersburg"
Breakfast at the hotel is a buffet.
Check out with your belongings.
Thematic bus tour "Romanov Palaces in St. Petersburg". Mikhailovsky, Catherine, Pavlovsky, Marble – these and other palaces have long been symbols of St. Petersburg and the pride of its architecture, culture and history.
Famous buildings can be admired during a walk, remembering at the same time the names of famous architects of that time, architectural styles and their features.
The Elaginoostrovsky Palace is one of the few architectural landmarks of St. Petersburg, which has never been renamed during its entire existence.
The pearl of the unique palace and park ensemble of Elagin Island is considered to be the Elaginoostrovsky Palace.
The tour "The ceremonial suite of the Elaginoostrovsky Palace". During the tour, you will learn about the history of the summer imperial residence on Yelagin Island, join the work of the best Russian master decorators of the first quarter of the 19th century and visit the private chambers of Empress Maria Feodorovna.
The Cabinet History tour is a retrospective of the decoration of cabinets of the 19th and early 20th centuries and interior design in houses during the period of fascination with historical styles and Art Nouveau.
You will be able to visit the restored study of Emperor Alexander I, which was not previously exhibited, and join the objective world of the interior of the study.
14:00 Lunch at a cafe in the city.
15:00 Departure to Moscow via the M-11 Neva expressway.
The approximate time of arrival in Moscow at the VDNKh metro station is 24:00.

Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Hotel

3 nights

Comfort

Upscale
Premium

The tour includes accommodation at the Kosmos Pribaltiyskaya 4* Hotel (Saint Petersburg) and 1 night bus ride:

*Kosmos Pribaltiyskaya 4 Hotel**	Price
Double Room	28100
Single room	33900
The third one is in a double room ( extra place of the euro pad)	27600

Discount for a child under 16 years of age – 300 rubles / person.

Cosmos Saint Petersburg Pribaltiyskaya Hotel 4* is located in Vasileostrovsky district of Saint Petersburg, 6.7 km from the city center. When staying here, guests will appreciate the beauty of the Gulf of Finland, the calm atmosphere and the good ecology. High standards of service are a distinctive feature of the hotel. Vacationers are provided with free parking, WI-FI access and 24-hour registration service.

The hotel has 1,184 rooms. Their equipment is suitable for the needs of tourists and businessmen — there is an air conditioning system, a TV with satellite and cable channels, comfortable beds and a desk for working with a laptop. A safe is provided for the safety of valuables. The private bathroom comes with a shower, hairdryer and a set of towels. On request, it is possible to book rooms for people with disabilities.

It's nice to start every morning with an individual cup of hot drink from the tea and coffee station. The hotel complex has restaurants and bars with a wide range of food and drinks. A buffet breakfast is served daily according to the opening hours of the establishment. You can also shop at the nearest grocery stores and store food in individual mini-bars.

The purpose of the trip can be different, both entertaining and working. A conference area with a capacity of 20 to 200 people is available for various types of meetings. In your free time, you can cheer up and work out at the local gym. There is a library on site for a more relaxing stay.

Due to the location of the hotel, vacationers can diversify their leisure time with walks and a cultural program. For example, the Erarta Gallery of Modern Art and the picturesque Botanical Garden of St. Petersburg State University should be highlighted among the attractions in the district. It is 16 km from Pulkovo airport and 5.9 km from Baltiysky Railway Station.

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Tour conditions

Group

From 10 to 40 tourists

Minimum age

6 years old

Duration

4 days 3 nights

Group meets at

Moscow

Included in price

habitation;
meals included in the program: 3 breakfasts, 2 lunches;
guided tours according to the tour program (including guided tours and museum entrance tickets);
services of an accompanying person along the route;
transportation service by tourist class bus (one-and-a-half-story bus with luggage compartment, comfortable armchairs, climate control system, video monitor).

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Moscow and back;
meals not included in the program: 1 lunch and dinner;
additional excursions:
- bus tour to Gatchina with a visit to the Gatchina Palace St. Paul I, 3350 rubles/hour (adult), 3050 rubles/hour (child under 17 years old), (to be paid upon booking);
- night tour of St. Petersburg with bridges (adult) 1200 rub. (to be paid on site);
- night tour of St. Petersburg with bridges (child) 1000 rub. (to be paid on the spot);
- guided tour of the rivers and canals of Northern Venice (adult) 1200 rub. (to be paid on site);
- guided tour of the rivers and canals of Northern Venice (child) 1000 rub. (to be paid on site);
personal expenses.

It's important to know

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

Dates and Prices

$388

11 – 14 Jun 4 days 3 nights

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Sebastian Constantin Egerer

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28 Apr, 2026

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I greatly appreciate that it was possible to visit the Russian Federation in these turbulent times.
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Tatiana

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10 Apr, 2026

I enjoyed the trip!
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Irina

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2 Mar, 2026

Overall, the tour went very well, and all the scheduled excursions took place as planned.