The 10 Best Historical & Heritage Tours in Central Russia, Russia

See the best highlights and must-see sights of two Russian capitals - Saint Petersburg and Moscow - which have been put together in this comprehensive 6-day tour. If needed, this can be done in 5 days by scheduling the train transfer between the two cities at the end of the second day of touring. Your schedule will be adjusted to make sure they fit your arrival and departure dates. Feel free to add extra days for self-exploration or fill them up with optional tours. Each program will be customized to fit your needs and special requirements. Evening programs are available in both destinations year round.

Inclusions: 2 days of professional guide service in each city (English, Spanish, French languages are available), 1 day of a/c vehicle with driver in Moscow ( 8 hrs), 1,5 days of a/c vehicle with driver in St.Petersburg (12 hrs), Arrival & departure transfers in both cities, Visa Support (if required), Rail ticket Moscow - St Petersburg (economy+ class)

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Accommodation (can be arranged individually upon request)

Dear Traveller! I warmly invite to the most outstanding world Military exhibition. You will see the weapon of the the world`s leading military countries. There will be three long intersting stops with differren exposions. Tanks, armored vehicle, planes, helicopters, missiles, partisan camp, cars - you name it! Of cours the biggest collection is the USSR and Russian Federation but we have a lot of exponates from the US, Germany, Jupan, France etc. This tour is perfect way to spend a day out of Moscow rush and discover the history of engeneering achevments in modern warfare. Welcom to Moscow Tank Museum All Day Private Tour!

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, All parking fees, Private transportation, Petrol, Toll road, English speaking guidence

Exclusions: Museum tickets

In the conditions of worldwide isolation and inability to travel, we suggest that you visit Moscow without leaving your home. Through the Zoom system, our guides will conduct for you a variety of excursions around Moscow and other Russian cities (Sankt-Petersburg, Kazan). During our tours we will use 3D panoramas of the cities and photos from different periods of times. Every day a new tour. Arrange a convenient time for you, from 8am to 16 pm New-York time. Our employee will contact you and discuss a convenient start time. Our tours 1 Tour of the Central part of Moscow 2 sightseeing tour of Moscow part 1 3 sightseeing tour of Moscow part 2 4-tour in the Moscow Kremlin 5-Moscow metro tour. 6-Suzdal and Vladimir (the origins of Russian statehood) 7 Sights Of Saint Petersburg 8 Sights Of Kazan 9 Second world war and russian hero Cities (may 9) 10 Sights of Sergiev-Posad, Rostov, Yaroslavl 11 Sights of the Crimean Peninsula 12 Tretyakov art gallery

Inclusions: Moscow Visit from home

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Moscow Metro is one of the most beautiful and unique subway systems in the world. On this tour you will discover the most famous stations of the Moscow metro, many of which are listed as cultural heritage sites. Also, you will learn how to use the metro like a local muscovite.

Inclusions: Metro Pass, Private Local guide, Hotel pick-up and drop-off, Multiple start times available, Flexible Customizable Itinarary

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

We will not only show you Moscow but also tailor our experience according to your wishes! We have became friends with a lot of people on our tours already and would love to find a friend in you as well:) We will show you the best Moscow can offer, advise you what to do after the tour: the best museums, performances, cafes and restaurants, viewpoints, boat rides, parks, other tours etc.:) We can also explain you how to use the metro, help you get a map, help you order a taxi and buy this famous matreshka doll:)

Inclusions: Tickets for the metro and the viewpoint., Pick up at your centrally located hotel, A fun and knowledgable tour guide:), Great stories about Moscow and Russia, Tour is flexible and can always be changed according to your wishes!, Recommendations on what to do after the tour, Advise on where to eat great food, see ballet or opera, best bars, clubs, parks etc.:)

Exclusions: Gratuities, Tickets to Kremlin, Lunch, Coffee and/or Tea

While in Moscow take the opportunity to discover the most secret and secured Bunker of the USSR, Bunker 42. This former military communication center is now a museum off the beaten track and well worth a visit. An interactive museum, the Taganka Bunker 42 is an essential visit for those curious or passionate about the Soviet era and the Cold War. Enter one of the most secured bunkers of the USSR with your guide and let them immerse you in the intense atmosphere of the Cold War contained within the bunker. Your guide will tell you about the plans of the Soviet Union to protect against a nuclear attack inside this facility that allowed its personnel to survive for several months.

Inclusions: Entrance tickets to the Bunker 42, Services of a professional guide

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Save your time and energy skipping the long queues for the tickets to the two most important museums of Moscow. Explore the Kremlin and the Armoury Chamber at your own pace after a 30-minute outside introduction tour. Meet your tour guide under the Trinity Bridge close to the ticket office of the Kremlin in Alexander Garden. After a short introduction tour, at the entrance to the Kremlin Museum, your guide will give you tickets to the Kremlin and the Armoury museum and an information booklet in English. You will receive all the necessary explanations about what is included in your ticket, where to go, and what to see in the Kremlin and the Armoury. Your guide will also share some secrets about the main attractions of Moscow. Then take your time and explore the museums at your own pace. Gain insight into Russian heritage and culture, and have the chance to get some great photos at this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Inclusions: Entrance ticket to the Kremlin (architectural complex and cathedrals), Armoury Chamber admission, Audioguide in the Armoury Chamber, 30-minutes introduction tour, Information booklet, Skip-the-line admission

Exclusions: Guided tour inside the Kremlin, Audioguide in the Kremlin, Hotel pickup or drop-off, Diamond Fund admission

The Gulag History Museum was established in 2001 by a renowned historian, writer of sociopolitical literature and public figure – Anton Antonov-Ovseyenko. On this tour you will visit the main exposition of the Museum and receive key information about the system of correctional labor camps, known as GULAG. You'll be able to trace the development of the Gulag from the prerequisites of its formation in 1930s to its liquidation in 1950s; you'll learn about the worst consequences of the state's repressive policy. The main goal of the museum is to highlight this dark page of the Russian history, in order not to let new generations forget it. A special attention will be paid to expeditionary findings made during our times on the sites of former camps in different regions of the USSR. The Gulag Museum is a must-do when in Moscow to learn about Soviet life and politics in the USSR, to discover the actual day-to-day life in Gulag and the stories of the victims of the Soviet repression.

Inclusions: Admission tickets to the Gulag Museum, Hotel pick-up, Tour of the main exposition with a private guide, 1 metro ticket per person to go to the museum

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Visit a centuries-old fortresses, museums, cathedrals and discover the city's heart on this 5-hour private tour of the Kremlin and the Red Square. A UNESCO World Heritage Site and the oldest and largest fortress in Russia. On the Kremlin portion you will see the Tsar Cannon, Tsar Bell, 4 cathedrals: Assumption Cathedral, Annunciation Cathedral, Archangel Cathedral, Cathedral of the Twelve Apostles. 4 palaces (from outside): Great Kremlin Palace, State Kremlin Palace, Terem Palace, Poteshny Palace, 5 squares: Palace Square, Cathedral Square, Ivanovo Square, Trinity Square, Senate Square. And 20 Kremlin Towers. The Red Square tour is GUM. Kazan Cathedral, St Basil's Cathedral, Lenin's Mausoleum, Alexander Garden, Eternal Flame, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, the Bolshoi Theater, the Streets of Kitay Gorod, Nikolskaya, Ilyinka, and Varvarka.

Inclusions: All taxes, Friendly local guide, Private walking tour, Russian lunch (on selected options with included lunch), Multiple start times available, Iconic places for photo shoot, Flexible customizable itinerary, Must-see attractions and off the beaten path, Meeting in the hotel

Exclusions: Entrance tickets to be paid on the tour, please bring approximately $16 USD per person, per entry ticket to the Kremlin if you decide to go, Extra food not included in fixed menu (on Kremlin+lunch tours), Gratuities

The ultimate tour of Moscow can last 3 days with 7 hours each day, or 4 days with 5 hours each day. Timing and itinerary can be customized.  DAY 1 15-16th centuries - Red Square & Kremlin. The residence of Dukes, Tsars, Emperors, Supreme rulers, Presidents will surprise you with its cathedrals, largest in the world Tsar Cannon and Tsar Bell, as long as the Armory with personal belongings of Great Tsars. DAY 2 16-19th cc - Zamoskvorechye area & Kolomenskoe Museum-Reserve Stunning palaces, churches, cathedrals and mind-blowing historical facts. DAY 3 20-21st cc - Modern Moscow Enjoy a day exploring off the beaten city path which will give you an insight into a local life and hidden gems. Experience Russian cuisine – borsch, vareniki, bliny in traditional restaurants (not included in tour).

Inclusions: All taxes, Private walking tour, Friendly local guide, Multiple start times available, Customized itinerary, Flexibility during the tour, Iconic places for photoshoot, Meeting in the lobby of your hotel, Expert local advice where to go and what to do after the tour

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Entrance fees (if any)