Treasures of St. Petersburg: The Hermitage, Peterhof, Tsarskoye Selo

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Petersburg is not just a city, but an imperial box of secrets. In three days you will hear the fountains of Peterhof singing, touch the mummies and masterpieces of Da Vinci in the Hermitage, and in Tsarskoye Selo you will see the legendary Amber Room — risen from the ashes.

The wind from the Gulf of Finland whispers the stories of Peter the Great, the marble stairs remember the steps of Catherine, and the Samson tears the lion's mouth to the accompaniment of thousands of water jets.

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Saint-Petersburg

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Tour highlights

On a visit to the queen

You will be amazed by the fantastic luxury of the Catherine Palace, and then you will stroll through the magnificent local park.

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.

Hermitage Ticket

Currently, the museum's collections number more than 3.5 million exhibits. Among them you will see masterpieces by Leonardo da Vinci, Rembrandt, Impressionist paintings.

Itinerary

Day 1 - Bus sightseeing tour. Hermitage Museum Tour
You arrive at the hotel on your own.
A transfer to the hotel from the train station or airport is available for an additional fee and must be booked in advance: from 2,400 rubles/car.
Guaranteed hotel accommodation after 14:00. You can leave your belongings in the luggage room of the hotel.
From 9:00 to 13:00 (before departure for the program), a representative of the company with a sign "About Petersburg" will meet you in the lobby of the hotel. You can approach at any convenient time in this interval.
He will answer all your questions, provide updated tour programs and offer additional excursions that you can purchase at will.
Important information:
Tourists staying at the Moscow Hotel go on excursions from the hotel.;
Tourists staying at the Yard Residence Apart-Hotel can meet at the Moscow Hotel (Alexander Nevsky Square, 2) for a 5—minute walk.
13:00 Meeting with the guide in the hotel lobby.
Bus sightseeing tour. This tour is a meeting with the enchanting beauty of the ceremonial center of the Northern Capital. You will see the famous architectural ensembles of the Senate and St. Isaac's Squares, which will appear before you in all their radiance and brilliance.
You will visit the Palace Square, the main square of St. Petersburg. Its architectural ensemble was created over the course of a century and a half and was finally formed in the 1930s thanks to two talented architects – Carlo Rossi and Auguste Montferrand.
During a walking tour of the square, you will learn the history of the creation of the General Staff, the Winter Palace and the Alexander Column.
Excursion to the Hermitage. The Hermitage occupies a very special place among the art museums of the world. It began as a private collection of Empress Catherine II and remained closed to the general public for a long time.
In the middle of the 19th century, the museum became public. Now his collections number more than 3.5 million exhibits. Among them are masterpieces by Leonardo da Vinci, Rembrandt, Impressionist paintings, antique sculpture, Egyptian antiquities, a real mummy and much more.
End of the program: hotel.
Program duration: ~6 hours.

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Day 2 - Peterhof Bus Tour
Breakfast at the hotel (if the "no breakfast" tariff is not selected).

09:00 Meeting with the guide in the hotel lobby. Departure from the hotel by bus.
Bus tour to Peterhof "What the fountains sing about...". It is impossible, having arrived in the city built by Peter the Great, not to visit his favorite brainchild – the brilliant Peterhof.
The tour will introduce you to one of the most famous suburbs of St. Petersburg, which for two centuries has been a country imperial residence.
In terms of splendor and richness of decoration, Peterhof surpassed its prototype, the French Versailles, and became the most striking palace ensemble in Europe.
Excursion to the Grand Imperial Palace. Majestic, luxurious and refined - it's all about him. The palace is the center of the entire Peterhof ensemble.
In the past, it was the official ceremonial residence of the Russian emperors, the so—called "crown palace". It was there that important decisions were made for the country, balls, masquerades, holidays and receptions of distinguished guests were held.
An excursion to one of the Small Palaces or museums of Peterhof. The list of attractions of the Peterhof Palace and Park ensemble includes many museums: Grottoes, the Church Building, the Sovereign's Fun, the Fountain Museum, one of which you will visit.
Peterhof Fountain Park tour. You will see the Peterhof palace and park ensemble, admire the most famous fountains and cascades of the park. The jet of the most famous fountain "Samson" rises to the height of a seven-story building.
You will have the opportunity not only to walk along the alleys of the park, but also to admire the panorama of the Gulf of Finland. In terms of splendor and richness of decoration, Peterhof surpassed its prototype, the French Versailles, and became the most striking palace ensemble in Europe.
End of the program: hotel.
Program duration: ~8 hours.

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Day 3 - Tsarskoye Selo Bus Tour
Breakfast at the hotel (if the "no breakfast" tariff is not selected).
Room release.
You can leave your belongings in the luggage room of the hotel or take them with you on the bus.
10:30 Meeting with the guide in the hotel lobby. Departure from the hotel by bus.
Bus tour to Tsarskoye Selo "Rastrelli's exquisite Caprice". After driving along the old Tsarskoye Selo road, you will find yourself in the magnificent residence of the Russian emperors – Tsarskoye Selo.
Russian sovereigns lived in this picturesque place during the warmer months, where they hosted official receptions, lavish balls, entertainment court events, and hosted foreign diplomats.
Over two centuries, one of the most beautiful country ensembles in Europe has developed here.
Excursion to the Catherine Palace with the Amber Room. This is one of those places where the magnificent and resplendent 18th century still lives.
It is in this palace that the famous Amber Room is located, stolen by the Nazis during the Great Patriotic War and recreated by St. Petersburg restorers. The palace is surrounded by the magnificent Catherine Park, which is beautiful at any time of the year.
In the shady alleys of the Imperial Park and the royal suites of the Catherine Palace, you can feel like a pampered maid of honor or a gallant cavalier.
End of the program: hotel.
Program duration: ~6.5 hours (ending at ~17:00).

Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Hotel

2 nights

Comfort

Upscale

The tour includes accommodation in a St. Petersburg hotel.

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

Hotel	Room category	Price validity period		Adult 1/2 DBL	Child under 13 1/2 DBL	The third in the room is a child under 13 years old	The third person in the room is an adult	Single room
Moscow****	standard	15.05.2026	24.05.2026	17870	15470	15590	17990	23980
		29.05.2026	28.06.2026	21190	18790	15590	17990	30780
		03.07.2026	23.08.2026	19390	16990	15590	17990	27450
		28.08.2026	30.08.2026	17870	15470	15590	17990	23980

The surcharge for a foreign tourist will be 4,000 rubles.

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. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.

The spacious rooms at the Moscow Hotel are equipped with a refrigerator, air conditioning and a free safe. Most rooms also have an electric kettle. Free toiletries are provided. 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 Hermitage State Museum, the Palace Embankment and the Admiralty Building, can be reached in 15 minutes by metro.

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Tour conditions

Group

up to 50 tourists

Minimum age

4 years old

Duration

3 days 2 nights

Group meets at

Saint-Petersburg

Included in price

habitation;
meals included in the program: 2 breakfasts (if the "no breakfast" tariff is not selected);
tour service;
museum entrance tickets;
bus according to the program (departure from the hotel).

Paid extra

air or railway tickets to St. Petersburg and back;
meals not included in the program: breakfasts (if the "no breakfast" tariff is selected), lunches and dinners.
meeting/departure at the train station/airport;
extra nights;
luggage storage at the train station.

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

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Valentina Matyushina

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14 Apr, 2026

I was impressed by the views of the palaces
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Varvara Malikova

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1 Mar, 2025

I had no idea what to expect from this tour. I came across a website online and decided to fill out the booking form, though I was quite nervous about whether it was trustworthy. I was contacted via Telegram by Yulia, who guided me through every step of the process. She provided all the details about the tour I had initially chosen, and when I realized it didn’t quite fit my budget, she asked about my interests in St. Petersburg and personally selected alternative tour options for me. She also helped me find suitable accommodation within my price range. The payment was made in two installments. I really appreciated how they sent all necessary documents promptly at each stage. Yulia was incredibly responsive, answering all my questions quickly—both via the Telegram bot and email. I’m so grateful to her for her support and incredible patience! After completing the payment, I received a contract, which I signed and returned. They also sent me a ticket with all the tour details, and one day before the trip, I received a voucher. A huge thank you to Yulia for her outstanding assistance! And many thanks as well to Big Country! Now, I won’t hesitate to book another tour.
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Eleanora

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27 Feb, 2025

The excursions were organized in an excellent way!