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JOURNEY
Imperial Splendors of Russia
DAY-BY-DAY ITINERARY Day 1 | In Transit Depart for Moscow, Russia.
Day 2 | Moscow, Russia Transfer and check in to the InterContinental Moscow Tverskaya. Gather for a Welcome Reception and Dinner.
Inspiring Moments
Day 3 | Moscow
> Admire
Russia’s cultural treasures, from folk songs and handmade collectibles to priceless masterpieces.
> Stand
in awe in historic, monumental Red Square.
> Escape
the crowds with early access to the must-see Hermitage Museum. the mist from the fountains as you stroll the grand promenades of Peter the Great’s opulent palace.
Peterhof
> Feel
> Be
dazzled by the Russian baroque Catherine Palace and the mystery of the Amber Room.
> Take
in sweeping vistas on the Sapsan, the high-speed train from Moscow to St. Petersburg.
> Experience
three UNESCO World Heritage sites.
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Unravel the mystery of Russia on a riveting journey to two of its most iconic cities. In Moscow, stroll through the Kremlin and admire colorful St. Basil’s Cathedral. Marvel at priceless treasures of the czars, and go below ground to see the splendor of the Metro stations. Arrive in St. Petersburg via high-speed train and relish the incredible beauty of this canal-filled city nicknamed the “Venice of the North.” Be dazzled by opulent Peterhof and Catherine Palace. Study masterpieces at the State Hermitage Museum and watch ballet dancers warming up. Your memories of Russia will enrich your life for years to come!
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Discovery: Moscow Highlights and Red Square. On a scenic tour, discover Moscow’s notable sites. See the vast fortifications of the Kremlin, Tverskaya Street, Red Square, Manezhnaya Square and the Arbat, a pedestrian-friendly area. Visit the copperdomed Orthodox Cathedral of Christ the Savior. Then, step inside imposing Red Square. Visit the ornate GUM department store and stroll to St. Basil’s Cathedral to admire its wildly colorful onion domes. Free Time: Enjoy lunch on your own.
Discovery: Kremlin. Visit inside the red-walled Kremlin, a self-contained, 15th-century city that includes palaces, gold-domed cathedrals and a medieval fortress. At the Armoury Chamber, gaze at the treasures of the Russian monarchs, including Fabergé eggs, gold and silver works of art, royal carriages and armor.
Day 4 | Moscow
Enrichment: Russian Art.
Discovery: Tretyakov Gallery. Follow the evolution of Russian art in this vast collection. After your visit, enjoy lunch at a nearby restaurant. Free Time: The remainder of the day is at leisure. Above: Red Square, Moscow
