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The panorama of the Gulf of Finland and the Kronstadt forts, acquaintance with the architecture of the Northern Capital, a walk through the Hermitage, the fountains of Peterhof — these names do not convey all the splendor of what you will see on these excursions.

You will visit two cities, if desired, take a boat trip and take a boat ride along the rivers and canals of St. Petersburg and, of course, feel the festive atmosphere during city events in honor of the Navy Day.

Location

Saint-Petersburg

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Tour highlights

Let's admire the Gulf of Finland

We will see the panorama of the bay and the Kronstadt forts and visit the harbor shore, where everything is like in Peter the Great's time

Let's feel the festive atmosphere

Let's walk through the center of St. Petersburg, take part in events, watch the parade and fireworks

Let's throw a coin into the Favorite fountain

Let's take a walk through the Lower Park and toss a coin to be sure to come back here

Itinerary

Day 1 - Kronstadt and Fort Constantine
Independent check-in. Guaranteed hotel accommodation after 15:00.
Depending on the time of arrival in the city, tourists can leave their belongings in the hotel's luggage room, they can take things with them and put them in the trunk of the bus or leave them in the luggage room at the station.
Tourists must arrive at the starting point of the excursions on their own.
Country trip to Kronstadt. The excursion route includes an introduction to the complex of flood defenses, from where you can admire the panorama of the Gulf of Finland and see the famous Kronstadt forts.
During a sightseeing bus and walking tour of the city, you will visit the shore of the harbor, which has preserved its configuration since Peter the Great, walk along the alleys of Petrovsky Park, see the monument to the founder of St. Petersburg and Kronstadt, the palace erected for A.D.Menshikov, Petrovsky ship dock, the famous Kronstadt Footstock, the Naval Cathedral and a number of other monuments architecture, culture, science and technology, creating a unique look of the city.
Visit to Fort Constantine.
For an additional fee: the Kronstadt Forts boat trip is a great opportunity to see the Kronstadt forts from the water, and learn about the unique system of fortifications of the island, which has become the most powerful fortress in the Baltic.
Transportation is provided for a country trip.
Day 2 - Sightseeing tour and the Hermitage
Breakfast at the hotel.
Sightseeing bus tour "Masterpieces of the Northern capital". Since its foundation, outstanding architects, sculptors, engineers, and masters of landscape art have worked in St. Petersburg. Their creations have become world-famous masterpieces, many of which we will get to know during this trip.
Visit to the Hermitage, one of the largest art museums in the world. The halls of the Hermitage will introduce you to the culture of different countries and peoples of the West and East: the works of Scythian and ancient Roman masters, a unique collection of Western European art. Among the masterpieces of the Hermitage are the works of Leonardo da Vinci, Titian, Rubens, Rembrandt, Renoir and many other great masters.
The tour ends in the city center, no later than 17:00.
Transportation is provided for the bus tour.
For an additional fee: excursion by boat along rivers and canals: "The pride of the Russian Fleet". Amazing architectural ensembles, gilded spires, soaring palaces, cathedrals, reflected in the water, create an unforgettable impression and leave an indelible mark on your soul forever. You will have a unique opportunity to admire the warships anchored in the Neva Delta.
Day 3 - City events and Peterhof
Breakfast at the hotel. Rooms are available until 12:00.
Independent participation in city events dedicated to the Navy Day.
In the afternoon:
A country tour to Peterhof "Russian Versailles" with a visit to the Lower Fountain Park. 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. The entire Lower Park is decorated with fountains, which are the main purpose of the trip to Peterhof.
When leaving the Lower Park, do not forget to throw a coin into the pool of the Favorite fountain in order to return here.
ATTENTION: the tour may end later in the city center, around 19:00.
Transportation is provided for a country trip.
The Company reserves the right to make changes to the order of visiting sightseeing sites or replace them with equivalent ones, without changing the full scope of services provided.

Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Tour organizer's comments

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Accommodation

Hotel

2 nights

Comfort

Basic+
Upscale
Premium

The tour provides a choice of accommodation in a hostel or hotels in St. Petersburg.

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

	Double Room	Add. place	Single Room	Discount for a child under 14 years old	Extra day, price per room
	Double Room	Add. place	Single Room	Discount for a child under 14 years old	Single room	Double	Double + extra. place
PICKAXE Tourclass, amenities on the block. Breakfast set	9910		12380	1000	2925	3380	5070
PICKAXE Standard, amenities in the room	10410		13400		3445	3900	5850
DOSTOEVSKY 4* Comfort	12945	-	17625		5615	6550	-
DOSTOEVSKY 4* Superior. Breakfast buffet	13245	12465	18445		6030	6865	9465
MOSCOW 4* Standard. Breakfast buffet table	12030	11130	16840		5200	5590	7800
Without accommodation and meals		7000		1000

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 a 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.

There is a small cafe at the hotel, 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.

Another option

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. 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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Another option

Hotel Moscow

This 4-star hotel is located in Saint Petersburg, close to Nevsky Prospekt and 50 metres from Alexander Nevsky Square Metro Station. It offers air-conditioned rooms and 5 restaurants, including a panoramic restaurant.

The spacious rooms at the Moskva Hotel are equipped with a refrigerator, air conditioning and a free safe. Most rooms also have an electric kettle. Free toiletries are provided.

Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. Some rooms offer views of the Neva River and the Alexander Nevsky Lavra. Coolers with hot and cold drinking water are installed on the floors.

On the 8th floor of the hotel there is a Beef bar "Eight", which offers a magnificent view of the historical center of St. Petersburg. It serves traditional Russian and international cuisine.

The Neva River is a 2-minute walk from the Moskva Hotel. The main attractions in the center of St. Petersburg, including the State Hermitage Museum, the Palace Embankment and the Admiralty Building, can be reached in 15 minutes by metro.

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

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Tour conditions

Group

From 2 to 45 tourists

Minimum age

6 years old

Duration

3 days 2 nights

Group meets at

Saint-Petersburg

Included in price

accommodation in a hotel for 2 days;
Meals: 2 breakfasts in the hotel restaurant;
excursion program and transport services in accordance with the tour program;
the services of a group guide for all excursion days of the tour.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to St. Petersburg and back;
the resort fee of 100 rubles /person / day will be paid by guests directly at the hotel, and cannot be included in the tourist package (from 04/01/2024, an experiment on the introduction of a resort fee will start in St. Petersburg);
meals not specified in the tour program;
private transfer is available on request;
additional excursions.

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.

Reviews

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Alla Sedova-Sitnikova

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13 Feb, 2025

The tour was well-organized, and the preloaded transit card included in the package was incredibly useful—such a great idea! However, unfortunately, in my case, there was no mention of it anywhere—not on the envelope with the vouchers, nor in the printed tour program. It also wasn’t brought up in my communication with the manager. As a result, we had to figure out on our own what the card was and how to use it. We only realized later that it already had money loaded onto it—when we happened to use it. Luckily, we traveled around the city a lot, so the balance on the card was put to good use. That being said, to be fair, I should note that other tour participants mentioned they did receive this information on their envelope and that their manager informed them about it when sending the tour details.

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