Two Capitals: Moscow and St. Petersburg. Sightseeing tour for 8 days

We invite you to an exciting and eventful journey through two great Russian cities – Moscow and St. Petersburg! Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of the two capitals, see the most famous sights and enjoy the unique atmosphere of each of them.

In Moscow, you will visit the Alexander Garden, Red Square, Zaryadye Park, the Vorobyovy Gory observation deck, the Moscow City complex, the Tsaritsyno Estate Museum. In St. Petersburg, you will find the Petrovskaya Aquatoria mock-up theater, Pavlovsk, the Lower Peterhof Park with fountains, St. Isaac's Cathedral and the endless beauty of architectural ensembles.

Location

Moscow
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$443
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Duration
8 Days
7 Nights
Departures
  • Group departures
    • 30 May – 6 June
    • 6 – 13 June
    • 20 – 27 June
    • 27 June – 4 July
or
Accommodation
  • Hotel
    6 nights
  • or
    Train, Hotel
    1 night
Comfort
  • Upscale
Difficulty
Easy
Suitable for everyone
Group
From 2 to 50 tourists
Minimum age
5 years old
Group meet at
Moscow
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Weekdays: 8am - 8pm
Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

Architectural diversity
Admire the amazing architecture of the city on the Neva River
A walk through Zaryadye Park
You will visit not just a recreation area, but a unique cultural center with an interactive museum of archeology, a florarium and an outdoor amphitheater.
Metropolitan giants
You will see Krasnopresnenskaya Embankment, cross the Bagration Bridge and get acquainted with the history of the construction of Moscow City skyscrapers
Panoramic view of Moscow
Visit the observation deck on Vorobyovy Gory, from where the city is visible in the palm of your hand.
Imperial residences
Admire the beauty of Peterhof and Pavlovsk, which embody the sophistication of the royal court and the wealth of the state.
Additional excursions
There will be an opportunity to go for a walk along the Gulf of Finland on the ship Meteor or visit the Night Petersburg bus tour

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Arrival in Moscow. A walk through Zaryadye Park. The Red Square. Alexander Garden

    Arrival in Moscow. Independent check-in at the hotel or private transfer to the hotel.

    11:00 Meeting with the guide in the hotel lobby. Departure for the tour by public transport (paying for the trip yourself).

    A walk through the new innovative Zaryadye Park. The main attraction of the park is the Floating Bridge in the form of a 140-meter arc over the Moskva River, a complex engineering structure offering an unforgettable view of Red Square and the Kremlin.

    Walking tour of Red Square, the main square of the country, where: the fabulous Pokrovsky Cathedral (St. Basil's Cathedral), the Historical Museum building, the Mausoleum, the GUM, the Frontal Place, the monument to Minin and Pozharsky, as well as the Spasskaya Tower, by which the whole of Russia checks time.

    The tour includes a walk through the Alexander Garden, where you can see historical sites such as the Kutafya Tower of the Kremlin, the Italian Grotto, the Grave of the Unknown Soldier, etc.

    The program ends at the center.

    Free time or for an additional fee:

    • Guided tour to the Armory, a treasure trove museum with over 4,000 unique exhibits (cost: 1,800 rubles/person);
    • guided tour of the Moscow Kremlin – with a visit to one of the cathedral museums on Cathedral Square (cost: 1600 rubles/person).
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  • Day 2 - Bus and walking sightseeing tour of Moscow. Vorobyovy Gory. Moscow City
  • Day 3 - Zamoskvorechye walking tour. Visit to the Tretyakov Gallery. Transfer to St. Petersburg
  • Day 4 - Arrival in Saint Petersburg. Saint Petersburg Sightseeing Bus Tour
  • Day 5 - The Grand Petersburg tour. Visit to the Hermitage
  • Day 6 - Catherine's Palace and Park Tour
  • Day 7 - Peterhof
  • Day 8 - Bus tour "Temples of St. Petersburg". Visit to the Alexander Nevsky Lavra. Additional excursions
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Hotel
    6 nights
  • or
    Train, Hotel
    1 night
Comfort
  • Upscale

The tour includes hotel accommodation in Moscow and St. Petersburg.

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

Basic hotels in Saint Petersburg (hotels where the group is gathering):

Russia 3*. Breakfast buffet. Address: Chernyshevsky Square, 11. The nearest metro station is Victory Park. Check-out time: 14:00 check-in, 12:00 check-out, guaranteed early check-in 00:00-14:00 + 100% of the rate + Maxima Zarya 3* (Moscow), buffet breakfast:

Check-in datesDouble + DoubleSingle + Single
 Standard + Standard
30.05.202539 65056 450
06.06.202539 65056 850
20.06.2025-04.07.202539 65056 450
11.07.2025-15.08.202537 65052 250
05.09.202535 25047 650

Rus 4*, buffet breakfast. Address: Artillery St., 1. The nearest metro station is Chernyshevskaya. Check-out time: 14:00 check-in, 12:00 check-out, early check-in in high season + 100%, in low season + 50% of the fare + Borodino 4* (Moscow), buffet breakfast:

Check-in datesDouble + DoubleSingle + Single
 Classic + Standard
30.05.2025-04.07.202548 85074 950
11.07.2025-05.09.202544 25065 750

Dostoevsky 4*. Breakfast buffet. Address: Vladimirsky Ave., 19. The hotel is centrally located opposite Vladimirskaya Square and next to Dostoevskaya / Vladimirskaya metro station. Check-out time: 15:00 check-in, 12:00 check-out, guaranteed early check-in 00:00-11:00 + 100% rate, 11:00-15:00 + 50% rate (without breakfast) + Borodino 4* (Moscow), buffet breakfast:

Check-in datesDouble + DoubleSingle + Single
 Standard + Standard
30.05.2025-04.07.202550 85071 150
11.07.202548 60066 950
18.07.2025-05.09.202547 85065 550

Hotels in St. Petersburg, from which guests independently approach the starting point of excursions:

Elkus 3*, Breakfast "Swedish line". Address: Blagodatnaya str., 10 building 3 p.1. Nearest metro station: Electrosila. A 16—minute walk to the meeting place - the Rossiya Hotel. Check-out time: 14:00 check-in, 12:00 check-out, Early Check-in. 00:00-01:59 – 100%, 02:00-13:59 – 50% no breakfast + Maxima Zarya 3* (Moscow), breakfast "Swedish line":

Check-in datesDouble + DoubleSingle + Single
 Comfort + Standard
30.05.2025-20.06.202539 85055 850
27.06.202538 05052 100
04.07.2025-25.07.202537 45050 850
01.08.202536 85049 850
05.09.202536 45048 850

Admiralteiskaya 3*. Breakfast buffet. Address: Alexander Blok St., 8. The nearest metro stations are Sennaya Ploshchad, Sadovaya, and Spasskaya. A 20-minute walk to the Teatralnaya Hotel. Check-out time: 14:00 check-in, 12:00 check-out + Maxima Zarya 3* (Moscow), buffet breakfast:

Check-in datesDouble + Double Single + Single
 Standard + Standard
11.07.2025-15.08.202540 45055 450
05.09.202538 25050 850

Discount for students under 14 years of age (Russian Federation): 2,350 rubles.

Discount for students aged 14-16 (Russian Federation): 850 rubles .

Discount for students (full-time Russian State universities): 500 rub.

Discount for pensioners (Russian Federation): 500 rub.

Surcharge for foreign tickets (excluding the Republic of Belarus): 2,250 rubles. (all tours are in Russian).

Maxim Zarya or Borodino 2 nights
Maxim Zarya

Maxima Zarya 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 stay 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. You can also visit the wellness center at the hotel. 

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

The Europa Restaurant is decorated in a classic style with Art Nouveau elements and serves European and Russian cuisine. Here, guests can have a business meeting with their 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 convenience, the hotel can offer the organization of coffee breaks, lunches, drinks and snacks for all participants, which will help to hold the event at a high level.

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

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Another option
Borodino

Guests like the Borodino Business Hotel in Moscow for the design of the rooms and the high level of service.

The modern business hotel Borodino is a wonderful combination of interior and Renaissance design. Here, guests will be greeted by a luxurious and elegant interior.

Each room has everything you need for a comfortable stay: comfortable beds with orthopedic mattresses, high-quality appliances and private bathrooms with a shower cabin. Wi-Fi access is available on site.

Meals are served in the restaurant, which offers a varied selection of dishes, desserts and drinks.

A conference hall, including special office equipment, has been prepared for business meetings, seminars and conferences of various levels.

Near the hotel there are cultural and business centers of the capital, historically significant architectural treasures, entertainment complexes and much more, which will make your stay memorable.

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Moscow-Saint Petersburg Night Train 4 nights
Russia or Russia or 1 night

Tour conditions

Group
From 2 to 50 tourists
Minimum age
5 years old
Duration
8 days 7 nights
Group meets at
Moscow

Included in price

  • hotel accommodation in Moscow for 2 nights;
  • 4 nights hotel stay in Saint Petersburg;
  • meals included in the program: breakfast after the first night;
  • guided tours and daily transportation services according to the program in St. Petersburg and Moscow;
  • tickets to museums according to the program;
  • guided tour of the program.

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Moscow and back from St. Petersburg;
  • railway tickets Moscow — Saint Petersburg;
  • public transport passes;
  • private transfer on request;
  • personal expenses;
  • additional excursions;
  • meals not included in the program: 1 breakfast, lunches (1 lunch is approximately 850 rubles for adults) and dinners;
  • surcharge for foreign tickets (excluding the Republic of Belarus): 2,250 rubles.

It's important to know

Are the tickets included in the tour price?

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

Is insurance included in the price of the tour?
Are there any discounts on the tour?
Can the program change?

Dates and Prices

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    30 May – 6 Jun 8 days 7 nights
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    6 – 13 Jun 8 days 7 nights
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  • from
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    20 – 27 Jun 8 days 7 nights
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  • from
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    27 Jun – 4 Jul 8 days 7 nights
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    4 – 11 Jul 8 days 7 nights
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Reviews

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    Anna
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    13 Feb, 2025
    My daughter and I took the St. Petersburg Collection tour for 7 days, and I highly recommend it for first-time visitors to the city like us. The tour is well-designed, allowing you to see the main attractions in a short period of time. A great advantage is that you can join on any day. Everything was well-organized—excellent guides, comfortable buses, and provided radio headsets for better communication. There were no delays or long waits. The schedule was planned in a way that left plenty of free time in the evenings for walks or additional sightseeing. The tour package includes hotel accommodation, with several options to choose from. I stayed at the Rossiya Hotel near Pobeda Park and was very satisfied. The rooms were clean, with daily housekeeping, fresh towels, and air conditioning—which was perfect given the pleasant temperatures of 24–30°C during our stay. A buffet breakfast was included—simple but sufficient to start the day. It was really convenient, as we would bring a small snack for the day and have dinner somewhere in central St. Petersburg. The hotel is within walking distance of the blue metro line, making it easy to reach the city center without transfers. There’s also a supermarket nearby, along with plenty of street food options. It’s also worth mentioning that additional excursions are available. We took a boat trip to the forts of Kronstadt and joined a nighttime tour to see the city's famous drawbridges—both were unforgettable experiences
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    Elena
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    12 Feb, 2025
    First and foremost, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude to our personal manager in Big Country, Ksenia, for carefully selecting a tour that matched our preferences and for swiftly handling the changes to our group size. We had six unforgettable days on the banks of the Neva River! A huge thank you for the well-organized excursions, led by true professionals—Irina and Olga. We would be delighted to recommend traveling with Big Country to our friends and family!
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    Margarita
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    12 Feb, 2025
    Many thanks to Big Country for the tour—everything was top-notch! We’ll definitely be back. Thank you!