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Recommended trains departing from Moscow:
Train No.118 departs at 19:08 from Kazansky railway station, arriving in Kazan-2 (Vosstaniya) at 07:48.
Train No.148 departs at 19:16 from Kazansky railway station, arriving in Kazan-1 (Pass) at 07:50.
Premium train No.002 departs on Friday at 20:40 from Kazansky railway station, arrives in Kazan-1 (Pass) at 08:00.
Train No. 024 departs at 23:12 from Kazansky railway station, arriving in Kazan-1 (Pass) at 11:01.
Arrival in Kazan. Meeting at the railway station with a guide:
At 08:00/09:25/11:18 Kazan-1 (Central) at the sculpture "White Leopards";
At 08:00 Kazan-2 (station Vosstaniya) in the central hall.
Transfer to the hotel. Check-in at the hotel's luggage room or early check-in for an additional fee.
10:30-11:30 Meeting with the guide.
Sightseeing tour "Kazan millennial" through the most interesting sights of Kazan, which will show you Kazan from all sides. You will see ancient streets where each stone has its own history, and a modern metropolis living in the frenzied rhythm of the capital. Get acquainted with the sports facilities built for the Universiade 2013 (panoramic view).
You will visit:
- in the Old Tatar settlement, located on the picturesque embankment of the lake. Kaban, where the houses of Tatar merchants and mosques of the XVIII century have been preserved.;
- on the streets of old Kazan, with its cathedrals, monasteries and temples that miraculously survived in the Soviet years (with a visit to the monastery where the miraculous list of the Kazan Icon of the Mother of God is kept);
- on Freedom Square, the administrative heart of Tatarstan, where the City Hall (former Noble Assembly), the M.Jalil Opera and Ballet Theater, the S. Saidashev Concert Hall, the Cabinet of Ministers of the Republic of Tatarstan are located;
- You will see a new embankment on the Palace Square near the Palace of Farmers.
A tour of the University campus of one of the oldest universities in Russia (1804), the architectural ensemble of which is a historical and cultural monument of our country.
Lunch in cafes/ restaurants of the city (with elements of national cuisine).
An excursion to the Kazan Kremlin Museum-Reserve is the living heart of the ancient city, which has experienced more than one exciting event in its centuries–old history! Originated as a Bulgarian fortress in the 12th century, along with its mighty lords, it has changed its appearance more than once and today is a unique complex of architectural, archaeological and historical monuments revealing the centuries-old history of the city.
On the territory of the museum-reserve, which is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List, you will see:
- Kul Sharif Mosque and Annunciation Cathedral;
- The Spasskaya Tower, erected by Postnik Yakovlev and Ivan Shiryai, builders of St. Basil's Cathedral;
- The ceremonial Residence of the President and the leaning Tower of Syuyumbike.
Free time for independent walking and souvenir shopping.
Independent return to the hotel.
Excursions for an additional fee:
Walking tour "Kazan Arbat" (along Bauman Street).
The history of the central shopping street of Kazan lasts for many centuries, during which it has repeatedly changed its name. During the time of the Kazan Khans, it was called Nogai Road, and when Ivan the Terrible's troops stormed the Kazan Kremlin, blowing up its walls, the street was renamed Prolomnaya, leaving the memory of this event for several centuries. There are many architectural monuments here and each building has its own amazing history!
You will definitely see:
- Gabdulla Tukai Square and the bell tower of the Church of the Epiphany;
- the building of the State Bank, where the gold reserve of Tsarist Russia was stored during the Civil War of 1918;
- Peter and Paul Cathedral with a 7-tiered iconostasis, which is rightfully the most striking example of Russian Baroque of the Peter the Great era in all of Russia;
- an exact replica of Catherine II's carriage and many small architectural forms reflecting the originality of the Kazan land.
20:00-21:00 – sightseeing tour "Lights of Kazan at night" (guaranteed for 2 people).
You will see Kazan in a completely different light – like a fabulous mirage, showered with myriads of stars, the city shimmers! The multi-level lighting of the city's main attractions rivals the dazzling lights of fashionable new buildings and entertainment centers in sophistication. This dispute is reconciled by the Cauldron separating them, reflecting in its waters the brilliance and splendor of the two shores. Kazan at night is a truly amazing sight that every guest of the Tatar capital should see!
The main highlight of the evening trip will be a visit to the ultramodern Ferris wheel "Around the World", one of the highest in Russia (65 meters) (for an additional fee).
