The 10 Best Self-Guided Tours & Rentals in Russia, Russia

Authentic St.Petersburg Tour - Kolomna District Experience Private Guided Tour in St.Petersburg, Russia There is a place in the city, which can show you the real and unique St. Petersburg with its amazingly mysterious and romantic atmosphere — it is the Kolomna District. This district is often called "the most authentic Petersburg" because it does not look like the fanciful Nevsky Prospect neither does it look like boring outskirts. It is a historical area of the city, where the spirit of the old city still lives. In Kolomna we will see the constant patterns of rivers and canals and the famous place from which you can see most of the bridges in St. Petersburg — the so- called Semimostie or the place of Seven Bridges. It is the best place to walk and enjoy awesome sights of the romantic old city.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Private tour, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Professional guide, 2-course lunch

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Gratuities

During Panoramic City Tour around St.Petersburg you will see highlights of St.Petersburg from outside such as Kazan Cathedral, Nevsky Avenue, Our Savior on the Spilled Blood Church, St. Isaac’s Cathedral, The Spit of the Basil Island, Rostral Columns, Palace Square, Winter Palace, Admiralty, General Staff Building.

Inclusions: Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Snacks

Admire the interiors of Catherine Palace and hear an interesting story about the events in Russian history, connected with Tsarskoye Selo and St. Petersburg. Catherine Palace remained a summer residence of the Russian monarchs during almost two centuries. This inspiring place is also known as "the town of muses", because in different periods it was a refuge for the great Russian writers A. S. Pushkin, M. Y. Lermontov, S. A. Esenin. During our tour you will walk along the paths of Catherine Park, on the territory of which more than 100 different sculptures, pavilions, bridges, monuments and other constructions are situated. Take a scenic walk around the Catherine Park that covers an area of 107 hectares and consists of a regular old garden (1717-1720) and the English landscape park (1760-1796) separated by a large pond. The park features a myriad of pavilions and buildings of great architectural and historical value. Duration: 2 hours

Inclusions: Professional private guide service, Headsets to hear the guide clearly , All taxes, fees and handling charges, local taxe, Visa-Free paperwork, Private transportation

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About the tour to Teriberka The village of Teriberka is situated in the north west part of Russia, on the coast of the Arctic Ocean at a distance of 120 km from Murmansk city, the capital of Kola peninsula and Murmansk region. This wild place became famous after the release of Oscar nominated Leviathan movie of russian film director Andrey Zvyagintsev in 2014 due to unforgettable sceneries of the Arctic ocean coast. The tour to Teriberka starts from Murmansk. The road passes through Arctic tundra, a vast treeles areas of Northern Russia, Canada and Greenland with severe climate throughout the year. Our destination is the village of Teriberka, where you will see the unique northern nature and take a walk along the coast of the Arctic Ocean! The tour guide service during the trip is included.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Guide service

Exclusions: Lunch

You have finally got to the Winter Paradise with plenty of snow in Moscow and want to go skiing or just have some great country-side experience? Then this tour is a great choice for you. You will be able to see the ancient town of Dmitrov (appr. 65 km from Moscow) with its beautiful Kremlin and churches and then head to the best Ski resort in close proximity to Moscow. Apart from skiing you can do toboggan (sledge) activities that are especially great for children or just have a nice winter walk in the forest next to the best ski slopes in Moscow area, enjoying great views and taking winter drinks at a local bar. Lovely experience!

Inclusions: Private transportation, Bottled water, Private driver (speaks basic English, not a tour guide), Detailed route scheme with information package on all sites (in paper or electronic format), All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Ski / snowboarding equipment rental (from 25 USD per person), Lunch, Services of ski instructors , Museum entry fees in Dmitrov (if wanted), Ski-passes (from 2 USD per each lift)

Our service is designed for tourists who will visit St. Petersburg, with personal guide and driver..

Inclusions: Bottled water

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Have you ever seen reindeer? If yes, then it must be a TV show or an animated film, right? Now, you have got a chance to see them for real. Visit a settlement of indigenous northerners, where people live together with reindeer! On such a tour, not only will you see these fascinating animals but also you will be able to hug them around the neck, touch their incredibly warm fur, feed them with their favourite snack — moss, and take a selfie with them! The owner will show you the way to a Sami dwelling decorated with moss and reindeer skins, where you will listen to some old stories about people of the Far North, try shamanic tea and delicious pies with juicy northern berries. ADVANTAGES: • proximity to the city (an ideal option for those who have a time limit) • flexibility — the tour duration can be adjusted upon your requests • it can be combined with another tour the same day

Inclusions: Transfer from and back to hotel , Guided tour around the reindeer camp given by the owner of the farm, an arctic resident , Reindeer time and photos with them , Storytelling in the lavuu (traditional Sami tent) of moss and reindeer skin , Sami tea with pies in the owner’s house, Pictures in traditional northern costumes , Meeting with a gigantic sacred stone Seita to make a wish, for a small group or can be done individually

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Pavlovsk is one of the most romantic imperial residences around Saint-Petersburg. It was a gift from Catherine the Great to her son Paul I to celebrate the birth of his firstborn. Pavlovsk was a family summer residence of Paul I. The palace is designed in a classical style and surrounded by an English-style park with a total area of 1500 acres. The palace interiors are the best preserved in suburbs, there are a lot of original furniture and belongings. This tour is private and you will have a guide and a driver accompanying you.

Inclusions: Guide service, Tickets, Transfer, Photo permissions

Exclusions: Food and drinks

What could be more impressive then seeing the beauty of Saint Petersburg leisurely from the water? The city is criss-crossed with small rivers and canals, which makes the city look like Venice or Amsterdam. Never miss a chance to take a St Petersburg canal tour while you are here. The St Petersburg canal tour is even more impressive during White nights. Imagine going underneath raised bridges, surrounded by marvellous architecture, glowing palaces and illuminated mansions.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Gratuities

Duration time: 5 hours What`s included: guide, driver with vehicle, entrances. What will you see: During the city sightseeing tour you will visit the biggest cathedral in Russia (St.Isaac), a memorial church which was built in the place where Tsar Alexander II was assassinated (Savior on Split Blood) and one of the most famous historical cathedral, which is operating as a Russian Orthodox Church (Our Lady of Kazan).

Inclusions: Fuel surcharge, Local taxes, Driver, Professional guide, Hotel drop-off, Hotel pickup, Guaranteed to skip the long lines, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities