Tourists reviews of vacations in Saint Petersburg

The area and the guides were good. The overall coordination, however, could be improved.

Our family joined the St. Petersburg Collection tour from July 15 to 21, and the program met all our expectations. Many thanks to Irina Evgenievna Yeletskaya and the other guides – true professionals. I also want to recognize the drivers and the comfort of the buses. One suggestion: it would be great if the guides could adjust the pace a bit for older travelers. Thank you!

The Top 3 Tour is wonderfully compact and incredibly informative. In a short time, I was able to see, experience, and learn so much. I immersed myself in Russian history, explored architectural monuments, and glimpsed the medieval era. Visiting Vyborg and Karelia left an unforgettable impression, and St. Petersburg will forever hold a special place in my heart. I'm so glad I stumbled upon the Big Country website and that this specific tour caught my attention. Thank you so much, truly thank you 💕!!!!!

I really enjoyed the tour. It was an exciting and well-organized trip that left me with many positive memories. The program was engaging, and the guides were highly knowledgeable. Highlights included palaces, temples, cathedrals, parks, and gardens adorned with sculptures and fountains, as well as the Peter and Paul Fortress. I never once regretted choosing this tour.

We were extremely pleased with how the tour was organized. On the first day, we were delayed on the way and arrived late, but the team kindly waited for us, postponed the tour by two hours, welcomed us in the lobby, and immediately took us on the sightseeing excursion. Special thanks to our guide, Lyubov, who was absolutely outstanding. She led the excursions with great professionalism and expertise. Thank you! Oksana and Angelina, Donetsk

We took part in the St. Petersburg Collection tour. The excursions were very interesting, and the program was well-organized and diverse. We visited all the places we were excited to see: Peterhof, Pavlovsk, Kronstadt, Tsarskoye Selo, and Gatchina... The buses were comfortable and well-maintained...

Good afternoon! I enjoyed everything about the experience—it left me with so many unforgettable memories. We opted for an additional night tour of St. Petersburg, and I really liked our guide, Alina. She shared fascinating stories, focusing on the essentials without any unnecessary details. Thanks to her, we gained even more insights into some historical events connected to specific architectural landmarks.

I really appreciated how the program was structured: the tour team allowed free time during each excursion for lunch, shopping for souvenirs, and taking photos. I also enjoyed staying at the Sokroma Library. It was fascinating to see the front door and 19th-century houses up close. Everything was conveniently located and easily accessible.

Good evening, Julia!!! I am absolutely thrilled with the tour!!! It was simply amazing!!! Our guide, Anastasia, is a true professional, everything she shared was fascinating!!! A huge thank you to everyone for organizing such a fantastic trip!!!!! I feel so lucky to have found you online!!! The entire experience was wonderful!!!!!! I really hope to travel with you again!! Thank you so much 💕

An amazing tour with a well-organized and informative itinerary! Comfortable buses pick you up directly from the hotel and take you to the excursion sites. During the ride, the guide continuously shares interesting facts about the landmarks we pass. I really enjoyed the routes and locations we visited. The boat trip on the Neva River was slightly spoiled by heavy rain, but it was still a great experience. As for the Hermitage, it’s definitely a place for true art lovers. After two hours of wandering through its grand halls, you start to lose track of where you are and where you're going. In contrast, the Yusupov Palace offers a fantastic glimpse into the opulence and customs of the past. Personally, I would have preferred to swap the Hermitage visit for a trip to St. Isaac’s Cathedral, including access to its observation deck. For those with a deep spiritual interest, a visit to Valaam is best planned as a two-day trip or longer. A five-hour excursion only allows you to see a small part of it, without fully experiencing the essence of the place. Overall, the tour left me with only positive emotions and unforgettable impressions. I completely fell in love with St. Petersburg!

The tour was fantastic. Every day was packed with activities and full of interesting experiences. Our guide, Lyubov, was an outstanding professional, making each excursion both enjoyable and informative.

Many thanks to the tour team !! The trip was amazing! We explored both St. Petersburg and Karelia. It was just a week of vacation, but it felt like a whole month of unforgettable experiences with my daughter

The tour was fantastic. Very interesting and informative.

I really enjoyed the trip, and the guide Sofia explained everything in a fascinating way.

The tour program was as informative as possible, with excellent work by the guide and reliable transport. The hotel was good, recently renovated, and had a washing machine. There were some concerns about cleanliness, but I appreciate the honesty.

Everything was very well organized.

Your team really knows what it's doing. The Scarlet Sails tour was thoughtfully designed and flawlessly carried out. The program was full of memorable moments, and the guide worked with real dedication. The hotel and the document preparation were definitely at a 4* level. Thank you so much. I’d gladly take this tour again!

An engaging and well-thought-out program, enjoyable not only for children but also for parents. The tour was well-organized, with a well-maintained schedule. The buses were comfortable, and the food was plentiful and varied. The Moscow Hotel, where we stayed, was clean, cozy, and conveniently located. Our guide, Anna, was attentive and great with the children, making the beauty of St. Petersburg come alive for them.

The Classic St. Petersburg for 7 Days tour was an incredible experience! When I first booked it, I was quite anxious—I had no idea what to expect or how everything would turn out. But as soon as I arrived at the hotel, I was warmly greeted in the lobby by our guide, Marina. She quickly found my name on the list, handed me the tour itinerary, shared some insights about the city, and even gave me a beautiful pocket-sized map of St. Petersburg. Throughout the entire trip, Marina took great care of every participant. She told fascinating stories about the city, provided historical context for everything we saw, and gave excellent recommendations on where to go and what to do after the scheduled excursions. It was clear how much she loves St. Petersburg and how eager she was to show us as many remarkable and meaningful places as possible. The tour was flawlessly organized, with every aspect of the itinerary carried out in full. And thanks to our guide, we ended up seeing and learning far more about St. Petersburg than we had originally expected. An unforgettable experience.

A fantastic tour with an engaging program. The only thing I would note is that you need to dedicate a whole day to visit Peterhof and Tsarskoye Selo. The tour offers a preview of these locations, but it’s still very interesting, and I don’t regret the time or money spent.