I'm walking through Moscow. An abbreviated program

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You will see merchant mansions, houses "on benches", ancient temples, places where old Moscow has been preserved. You will hear the history of the Kremlin, walk around Zamoskvorechye, and learn the secrets and legends of VDNKh. You can also diversify your vacation with additional excursions on your free days.

The program of this tour is arranged in such a way that you can stop by on any selected date for 4 days. Each day of the tour is assigned to a specific day of the week.

Check-in dates: daily from 15.01.2025.

Location

Russia, Moscow

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Tour highlights

Residence of the President of Russia

We will see the place where princes and tsars were crowned to the kingdom, and from where the most important decrees for the country were issued (and are being issued).

Comfortable check-in

We will go on a trip on any convenient day of the week

Unusual places of VDNKh

We will have a unique opportunity to make a wish at the "Happy Family" and see the legendary Green Theater

Business "Moscow City"

We will visit one of the largest urban development projects that have been implemented in Russia in recent decades

The treasury of Russian painting

We will see icon paintings of the 13th century and works by Russian artists of the 18th and 20th centuries

Itinerary

Day 1 - Monday. Moscow City Tour
12:00 Moscow City tour, visit to the Moscow City complex with a lift.
The Moscow City Business Center is one of the largest urban development projects that have been implemented in Russia in recent decades.
Moscow City is an established business district with its own ideology, culture, and special environment.
The construction of Moscow City has not been fully completed yet.
It is planned to build a residential skyscraper with 104 floors, which will be the tallest residential building in Europe.
For an additional fee: visit to the observation deck on the 89th floor of the Federation Tower. You will enjoy extraordinary views of Moscow City and Moscow in general. You will admire the capital and taste ice cream and chocolate.
Adult ticket: 2,800 rubles/adult, school ticket (up to and including 14 years old) — 1,900 rubles.

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Day 2 - Tuesday. A free day or an additional tour of the Kolomenskoye Museum-estate
Free day.
Additionally (for an additional fee):
15:00 Walking tour of the Kolomenskoye Estate Museum.
Cost: adult — 1,900 rubles/adult, 1,900 rubles/child under 16 years old;
The whole history of Russia is preserved within the Kolomna Museum-Reserve.
The picturesque landscape is created by the landscape, architecture and the oldest trees in Moscow — the 600-year-old lime trees under which Tsarevich Petrusha, the future Peter the Great, taught the primer, and the sky, dotted with clouds, breaks the tall spire of the Ascension Church, included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.
The wooden terem palace of Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich is located on the territory of the estate, embodying all the best that wooden architecture of the 17th century has achieved.
You will visit a Satisfying courtyard.
You will see, preserved to this day, the house of Peter the Great (Gosudareva Svetlitsy).
Appreciate the perfection of the Church of the Beheading of John the Baptist, one of the oldest churches in Moscow, an architectural monument of the XVI century.

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Day 3 - Wednesday. Merchant Zamoskvorechye Walking Tour
12:00 Walking tour "Merchant Zamoskvorechye" with a visit to the Tretyakov Gallery.
Zamoskvorechye is a district of Moscow that has always been a merchant district.
Merchant mansions, houses "on benches", ancient temples have been preserved here, old Moscow has been preserved here.
It is from the inhabitants of this area that A. Ostrovsky (who was born in Zamoskvorechye) copied the life and customs of the merchant class for his plays.
The lives of many famous people are closely connected with this area of Moscow: S. Yesenin, A. Akhmatova...
Visit to the Tretyakov Gallery, a treasure trove of Russian paintings.
"The morning of the Streltsy execution", "Ivan the Terrible and his son, Ivan", "The Appearance of Christ to the people", "Unknown", "Morning in the pine forest" — just to name a few.
There is always something familiar and something new waiting for you in each hall.

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Day 4 - Thursday. Free day or additional excursion
Free day.
Additionally (for an additional fee):
The cost is 2,600 rubles/adult, 2,600 rubles/child under 16 years old;
16:30 Guided tour "The Rustle of the pages of History" with a visit to the Russian State Library.
Children can only take this tour from the age of 7.
The seven hills on which Moscow stands have been carefully preserving the secrets of the capital city for centuries.
One of these guards, Vagankov Hill, is located in the very heart of Moscow, near the Kremlin wall.
An ancient legend says that in the depths of Vagankov Hill, the legendary library of Ivan the Terrible can still be safely hidden from prying eyes...
Perhaps it is no coincidence that it was here that the real palace for books opened its doors — the Russian State Library — Leninka, one of the largest book depositories in the world?
During the tour, we will take a walk through the quiet reading rooms of the famous city for books.
We will find out why the miniature railway is located here and how the pneumatic mail works.
Let's find out who orders books and how and why dedusting is needed.
Perhaps, under the rustle of ancient pages, this powerful library will reveal its secrets to us...

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Day 5 - Friday. Bus and walking tour of Moscow
10:30 Bus and walking tour "Moscow — the capital of our Motherland" with a visit to the Kremlin.
Sightseeing of historical and architectural monuments of the capital.
Every period of Russia's history is reflected in Moscow: the Cathedral of Christ the Savior, the Stalin Skyscrapers, the Novodevichy Monastery, the Victory Memorial complex on Poklonnaya Gora, Vorobyovy Gory with an observation deck, the building of the legendary Moscow State University.
The territory of the Kremlin.
The Moscow Kremlin is a business card not only of Moscow, but also of Russia.
Temples and chambers, palaces and a park — all this is the territory of the Moscow Kremlin.
Grand dukes and tsars were crowned here, the most important decrees for the country were issued (and are being issued), and the working residence of the President of Russia is located here.
You will learn about the history of the Kremlin from its inception to the present day.
You will find: the Bell Tower of Ivan the Great, the tsar bell, the tsar cannon, the cathedral square of the Kremlin with the temples located on it: Assumption, Annunciation, Arkhangelsk.

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Day 6 - Saturday. Free day or additional excursion
Free day.
Additionally (for an additional fee):
Cost 2,000 rubles/adult, 1,800 rubles/child under 16 years old;
12:00 Excursion to the legendary Victory Museum on Poklonnaya Gora.
Poklonnaya Gora is a legendary place in Moscow.
Here, in the West of Moscow, there is a powerful memorial dedicated to the feat of the people.
You will get acquainted with the symbols of the memorial, visit the Hall of Mourning and the majestic Hall of Fame.
You will see many authentic exhibits — witnesses of that terrible war, which today remind us of how fragile the world is.
The museum exposition also continues in Victory Park, where an exhibition of military equipment and engineering fortifications of the Great Patriotic War and World War II is located.
Rare examples of captured equipment are presented.
The memorial complex is located in a historical place associated with the military pages of our history.
One of them is the Patriotic War of 1812, because it was here that "... Napoleon waited in vain, intoxicated with his last happiness, for Moscow to kneel with the keys of the old Kremlin" — the Arc de Triomphe and Kutuzovsky Prospekt remind of this.

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Day 7 - Sunday. Secrets and legends of VDNKH
09:30 Walking tour "Secrets and legends of VDNH".
During the tour, you will learn the history of the exhibition, see the famous pavilions and fountains of VDNH.
You'll find out: what is depicted on the arch of the southern entrance, how the circular film panorama appeared at VDNH, where forecasters "conjure the weather".
You will have a unique opportunity to make a wish at the "Happy Family", see the legendary Green Theater, the Artesian well, lost in the vast expanses of this wonderful city.
Our journey will end at the Mechanization Square, near the plane.
In your free time after the tour, you can visit the museums at VDNKh or just take a walk, enjoying the masterpieces of the Stalinist Empire.

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Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Hotel

3 nights

Comfort

Upscale

The tour includes accommodation in hotels.

The cost of the tour per person for arrivals in 2025, depending on the accommodation, RUB.:

Hotel	Placement	Cost
Zarya hotels 3* metro station Okruzhnaya or Irbis 3* Breakfast buffet	2-bed room	17600
	2-bed room for children under 16 years old	17300
	Extra bed in a 2-bed room	17600
	Extra bed in a 2-bed room for children under 16 years old	17300
	1-bed room	26100
Panorama Hotel 4* (Avtozavodskaya metro station) Breakfast buffet	2-bed rooms with amenities	18800
	2-bed rooms with amenities (children under 16 years old)	18400
	1-bed rooms with amenities	31400
Kosmos Hotel Excluding periods: 20-31.03 (inclusive) 2025 01-10.05 (inclusive) 2025 12/31/2025-01/08/2026 (inclusive) 2026	2-bed room	18600
	2-bed room for children under 16 years old	18200
	Extra bed in a 2-bed room	18600
	Extra bed in a 2-bed room for children under 16 years old	18200
	1-bed room	27600

The cost of an additional night (per room) in hotels, rub.:

Hotels "Maxima Zarya" 3* and "Maxima Irbis" 3*
2-bed rooms with in-room amenities	4900 rubles per room per day, including breakfast
1-bed rooms with in-room amenities	4900 rubles per room per day, including breakfast
2-bed rooms with an extra. a place	7,400 rubles per room per day, including breakfast
*Panorama 4 Hotel**
2-bed rooms with in-room amenities	6000 rubles per room per day, including breakfast
1-bed rooms with in-room amenities	6000 rubles per room per day, including breakfast
Kosmos Hotel 3*
2-bed rooms with in-room amenities	6300 rubles per room per day, including breakfast
1-bed rooms with in-room amenities	6000 rubles per room per day, including breakfast
2-bed rooms with an extra. a place	9500 rubles per room per day, including breakfast

"Dawn"

The hotel is located in a quiet area of Moscow next to the Botanical Garden, which offers a picturesque view. The hotel offers a wide range of services, thanks to which your vacation will be as comfortable as possible. These services include: secure parking, Internet Wi-Fi, laundry and ironing facilities, safe deposit boxes, ATM, as well as visa support and 24-hour room service. The Maxima Irbis Hotel offers a wellness center.

The room stock is represented by cozy rooms of various categories, ranging from "standard" to "suite". Each of them is equipped with a comfortable bed, a telephone, a TV with satellite broadcasting, a wardrobe, as well as a bathroom with a shower, toiletries, a set of towels and a hairdryer.

The Europa Restaurant, designed in a classic style with modern elements, serves European and Russian cuisine. Here you can have a business meeting with your Partners, a romantic dinner, a family holiday or just sit with friends.

For business negotiations, presentations, seminars and trainings, the hotel has modern and multifunctional conference rooms, as well as meeting rooms. They are equipped with the necessary equipment and the Internet, which can be used for free. For your convenience, the hotel can offer the organization of coffee breaks, lunches, drinks and snacks for all participants, which will help to hold your event at a height.

Of the attractions, less than 1 km from Maxima Zarya is the Church of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The Yardem Mosque, Sheremetyevo Palace and the famous Ostankino Tower are located 1.6 - 5 km from the hotel. It will not be difficult to get to the airport or train station, even during rush hour due to the convenient location.

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Another option

Maxima Panorama

Maxima Panorama Hotel is located in a lively area in the central part of Moscow, next to an excellent transport interchange, a 3-minute walk from the metro station. This comfortable and modern hotel meets the needs of even the most demanding Guest. The high level of service and the attitude with special attention to each Guest is a traditional feature of the entire Maxima network.

The room stock is represented by comfortable rooms of various categories, each of the 123 rooms is equipped with air conditioning, electric kettles and all necessary tea drinking accessories. In addition, there is a mini-refrigerator, a telephone, a TV with satellite broadcasting and a bathroom.

The hotel's lobby bar has 24 seats and is decorated in a modern style with special sophistication. It works around the clock, so you can order a variety of drinks and snacks for every taste at any time.

For business negotiations, meetings, presentations and trainings, the meeting room and conference rooms "Simonovsky" and "Danilovsky" are suitable, each of them is equipped with the most modern equipment and ergonomic furniture.

Domodedovo airport is 45 minutes away by car. There are a large number of attractions in the immediate vicinity of the hotel, including St. Danilov Monastery, the Alexander Nevsky Temple in Kozhukhov, as well as the ZIL Cultural Center.

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Tour conditions

Group

up to 50 tourists

Duration

4 days 3 nights

Group meets at

Russia, Moscow

Included in price

accommodation in the selected hotel;
meals: breakfast from the second day of the tour;
excursion program according to the days of the week;
Transportation service: during the sightseeing tour on Friday.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Moscow and back;
transfer railway station / airport — hotel and return trip;
additional excursions on free days:
- visit to the observation deck on the 89th floor of the Federation Tower — 2,800 rubles/adult, school age (up to and including 14 years) — 1,900 rubles.;
- walking tour of the Kolomenskoye Estate Museum — 1,900 rubles/adult, 1,900 rubles/child under 16 years old;
- guided tour "The rustle of the pages of history" — 2,600 rubles/adult, 2,600 rubles/child under 16 years old;
- excursion to the legendary Victory Museum on Poklonnaya Gora — 2,000 rubles/adult, 1,800 rubles/child under 16 years old;
meals not specified in the program.

It's important to know

Meeting with a tour representative on the first day of the tour in the hotel lobby. The time of the meeting is announced additionally. The guide is waiting for tourists with a sign "My Capital".

Every day (except the first day), tourists get to the starting point of excursions on their own.

Tourists receive detailed information about the time and place of the start of excursions on the day of arrival from the guide.

Dates and Prices

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Olga Khrapovitskaya

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27 Jan, 2025

I live in Irkutsk and want to express my sincere gratitude to the tour operator Big Country for organizing the Moscow Kaleidoscope tour in June 2024. The efficiency and seamless coordination in handling all aspects of the trip's organization were truly impressive.
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Margarita

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26 Jan, 2025

Four days of sightseeing flew by in no time. The organization was excellent. Every day, we were guided by Tatiana, who was responsible, friendly, and deeply passionate about her city. The excursion program exceeded our expectations in every way 💯. We will definitely recommend Big Country to our friends. Thank you so much!
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Elena

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26 Jan, 2025

Thank you to the tour maangers for their excellent work! The information provided was prompt and thorough. The hotel was high-quality and conveniently located, with no logistical issues during excursions. I truly appreciate it. I highly recommend your services to anyone planning to travel.