Moscow and St. Petersburg Tour: 5 Nights Special Trip for Eid Enthusiasts

Day 1 — Istanbul – Moscow <\/h3>

Day 1: Istanbul – Moscow <\/p>

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We meet in front of the Turkish Airlines counter at the International Departures Terminal of Istanbul Airport, 4 hours before the flight. After completing ticket, baggage, and boarding procedures, we fly to Moscow with Turkish Airlines flight TK413 (18:05) / TK417 (17:05). After arriving at Moscow Airport, we complete our baggage procedures. Then, we set off with our private vehicle for the "Moscow Panoramic City Tour." During the tour, we will take a panoramic walk around Red Square and see important landmarks such as the Kremlin Walls, Spasskaya Tower, St. Basil's Cathedral, GUM Shopping Center, Lenin's Mausoleum, Alexander Garden and the Eternal Flame, Bolshoi Theatre, Tverskaya Street, Leninka Library, Pushkov House, and the Great Vladimir Statue. After the tour, we transfer to our hotel and have free time. Overnight stay at our hotel.<\/p>

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Day 2 — Moscow <\/h3>

Day 2: Moscow <\/p>

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After breakfast, free time. Guests who wish can join the extra tour of the Kremlin Palace & Moscow Metro & Arbat Street & Nazim Hikmet’s Cemetery. After the tour, we transfer back to our hotel and have free time. Overnight stay at our hotel.<\/p>

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Extra Tour: Kremlin Palace & Moscow Metro & Arbat Street & Nazim Hikmet’s Cemetery 100 €<\/p>

We start exploring Moscow's fascinating history with the historic Novodevichy Convent, founded in 1524, which determined the fate of many empresses. This complex also houses the eternal resting places of literary giants Anton Chekhov and Gogol, as well as our famous poet Nazim Hikmet and his wife Vera (Veronica). From here, we proceed to the magnificent Kremlin Palace, the heart and symbol of Russia; with its history dating back to the twelfth century, this fortress includes the cathedral square, open spaces, and monumental symbols that we will see.<\/p>

Continuing our tour, we explore the Moscow Metro, considered one of the most beautifully decorated artistic wonders in the world, built since 1931 and hosting millions of people every day. Then, we move to Arbat Street, Moscow's most famous and busiest street, dating back to 1493, experiencing the historical spirit alongside the mesmerizing works of street painters, and concluding our day at our hotel.<\/p>

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Day 3 — Moscow <\/h3>

Day 3: Moscow <\/p>

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After breakfast, free time. Overnight stay at our hotel.<\/p>

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Day 4 — Moscow – St Petersburg (by High-Speed Train) <\/h3>

Day 4: Moscow – St Petersburg (by High-Speed Train) <\/p>

After breakfast, we check out of our rooms and head to the train station. After a pleasant journey by high-speed train, we set off with our private vehicle for our "St. Petersburg Panoramic City Tour." During the panoramic city tour, we will have the opportunity to see streets showcasing the finest examples of the world’s most famous architects and artists, as well as the city's historical and tourist sites. Notable places include the famous Nevsky Prospect featured in the books of renowned writers, Old Port Lighthouses, the Mint, the Clock Tower, the Statue of Peter the Great, the Winter Palace, Palace Square, the Admiralty Building, and the Aurora Cruiser, Kazan Cathedral, and St. Isaac's Cathedral. After the city tour, we transfer to our hotel and have free time. Guests who wish can join the St. Petersburg Golden Canals Boat Tour. After the tour, we transfer back to our hotel for an overnight stay.<\/p>

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Extra Tour: St. Petersburg Golden Canals White Nights and Bridge Opening Boat Tour Per Person 75€<\/p>

We head to the port for the Rivers & Canals Boat Tour, which gives St. Petersburg the title of "Venice of the North." While navigating the elegant curves of the Fontanka, Neva, and Moika rivers, you will have the chance to see the Hermitage Museum, Anichkov Bridge, St. Isaac Cathedral, Mikhailovski Palace, and many other historical buildings from the water. As the city's lights reflect on the river surface, you will discover the romantic atmosphere of St. Petersburg from a different perspective. After the tour, we return to our hotel for an overnight stay.<\/p>

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Day 5 — St Petersburg <\/h3>

Day 5: St Petersburg <\/p>

After breakfast, free time. Guests who wish can join the extra tour of the Hermitage Museum, Peter and Paul Tour. After the tour, we head to our hotel for an overnight stay.<\/p>

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Extra Tour: Hermitage Museum & Peter Paul Tour Per Person 100€<\/p>

The Hermitage Museum, founded in 1764 by Empress Catherine II, has a unique collection that is now considered one of the largest and most prestigious art museums in the world. Initially created as Catherine's private art collection, the museum grew over time through purchases and donations made during the imperial period and opened to the public in 1852. The museum consists of a total of six historical buildings, including the Winter Palace, which dazzles with its baroque architecture. These buildings host not only artworks but also the glorious past of the Russian Empire. The seizure of the Winter Palace during the 1917 Bolshevik Revolution is one of the most symbolic moments in Russian history. The Hermitage collection includes works by masters of world art such as Leonardo da Vinci, Rembrandt, Michelangelo, Raphael, Rubens, Van Gogh, Monet, and Picasso. Additionally, archaeological artifacts from ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome also attract great interest. With over 3 million works, the Hermitage is not just a museum but also a cultural temple where art and history intertwine, presenting the splendor of the past and humanity's artistic heritage to every visitor. The tour will continue with the Peter and Paul Fortress, the first structure built in St. Petersburg by Peter in the 1700s, located on the Neva River.<\/p>

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Day 6 — St Petersburg <\/h3>

Day 6: St Petersburg <\/p>

After breakfast, we check out of our rooms and have free time. Guests who wish can join the extra tour of Pushkin Tsar Village & Peterhof & Catherine Palace. After the tour, we have free time until the time determined by our guide.<\/p>

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Extra Tour: Pushkin Tsar Village & Peterhof & Catherine Palace Tour Per Person 170 €<\/p>

This tour will start in the enchanting atmosphere of the Catherine Palace, dazzling with its magnificent baroque architecture and world-famous Amber Room; then, we will witness an immense visual feast in the Lower Garden of Peterhof, known as the "Russian Versailles," famous for its engineering marvel fountains that operate solely on natural water pressure without electric pumps, and we will conclude our tour with a pleasant free time in Pushkin Village, which carries the traces of the famous poet Alexander Pushkin.<\/p>

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Day 7 — St Petersburg - Istanbul<\/h3>

Day 7: St Petersburg - Istanbul<\/p>

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Afterwards, we complete our ticket, baggage, and passport procedures. Then we depart for Istanbul Airport at 01:40 with Turkish Airlines flight TK404. After a comfortable flight, we arrive in Istanbul at 05:30, marking the end of our tour.<\/p>

We hope to see you again on your next journey...<\/p>

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TK 17.05.2027 TK0417 IST-VKO 09:40 22.05.2027 TK0402 LED-IST 12:55<\/p>

TK 18.05.2027 TK0413 IST-VKO 07:15 23.05.2027 TK0402 LED-IST 12:55<\/p>

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