1. DAY ISTANBUL – ST. PETERSBURG
Meeting at Sabiha Gökçen Airport International Terminal 3 hours before the flight. After luggage, ticket, and passport procedures, we depart for St. Petersburg with a scheduled flight of Pegasus Airlines. Arrival in St. Petersburg, known as the Venice of the North, the Imperial Capital. Greeting and panoramic St. Petersburg city tour with our private bus. During our tour, we will visit the Pushkin Monument, Gostiny Dvor, the Aurora Ship, the Beloselski-Belozersk Palace, the Admiralty Building, and Moscow Avenue. After the city tour, we will transfer to our hotel and have free time to rest. Guests who wish can participate in the optional activity organized by our guide, the "Dinner with Russian Show Night" (140€ per person). Accommodation at our hotel.
2. DAY ST. PETERSBURG
After breakfast, free time. Guests who wish can join the optional "St. Petersburg Combined Tour" [Hermitage (including entrance) & St. Isaac's Cathedral & Kazan Cathedral & Palace Square & The Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood] (105€ per person). Our first stop will be the Hermitage Museum, recognized as the most important site in St. Petersburg and one of the largest museums in the world, boasting a collection of over 3 million works of art from Antiquity, Western Europe, the Middle East, and many other historical periods. The museum's history dates back to 1764, when Empress Catherine the Great purchased a massive collection of Western European art. During the tour, you will visit the historic rooms where the museum's highlights are displayed. We will journey through history with visits to the historically significant Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood and Kazan Cathedral. You can also enjoy a guided walk along Palace Square and Nevsky Avenue to experience the charm of the city. After the tour, we return to our hotel. In the evening, you can ask our guide about options like concerts, events, and restaurants to gather information. Accommodation at our hotel.
3. DAY ST. PETERSBURG
After breakfast, free time. Guests who wish can join the optional "Pushkin Town Tour" organized by our guide (75€ per person). This famous town, where the aristocracy met with the Tsar family during the Tsarist period, is home to the school where poet Pushkin studied. Our tour continues with a panoramic visit to the Catherine Palace. This magnificent structure, reflecting the grandeur of the Baroque period, was built in 1717 and has undergone many transformations since its original design. Known as the summer palace of Empress Elizabeth and Catherine the Great in the late 18th century, the palace is now one of the most important historical buildings in Russian architecture. After exploring the town, we return to St. Petersburg for free time. Guests who wish can participate in the optional "New Holland Island Tour" (55€ per person). Established for the Russian Navy in the 18th century, New Holland is now a popular cultural and lifestyle island in St. Petersburg, uniquely blending historical ambiance with modern art, design, cafes, and restaurants. The island comes alive in the summer with open-air concerts, art exhibitions, festivals, and events, while in winter it transforms into a magical setting with its ice rink, skiing, and winter activities. During our tour, we will explore this creative island, enjoy a pleasant walk, and spend free time in cafes enjoying the activities. After free time provided by our guide, we return to the hotel. In the evening, you can inquire about options like concerts, events, and restaurants to gather information. Accommodation at our hotel.
4. DAY ST. PETERSBURG – MOSCOW
Early in the morning, we receive a breakfast box and transfer to the train station with our private bus. Boarding the train and departing for Moscow. Reception at the Moscow train station and starting our panoramic Moscow city tour with our private bus. During our tour, we will see Tverskaya Street, the Moskva River, Poklonnaya Hill, the famous Bolshoi Theatre, Red Square, and the Kremlin Square. At the end of the tour, we transfer to our hotel, room distribution, and free time to rest. Guests who wish can participate in the optional "Dinner on the Luxury Radisson Boat Cruise on the Moscow River" (150€ per person). You will have the opportunity to enjoy dinner on a luxury boat and witness the illuminated city of Moscow. After the tour, we return to our hotel with our private bus. Accommodation at our hotel.
5. DAY MOSCOW
After breakfast, free time. Guests who wish can join the optional "Moscow Combined Tour" (120€ per person) [Moscow Metro & Arbat Street & Novodevichy (Nazim Hikmet) Cemetery]. Our tour starts with a visit to Novodevichy Cemetery, where the grave of our famous poet Nazim Hikmet is located. We will also see the graves of significant figures in Russian history. Next, the metro tour; not just a practical way to navigate the city, it is a unique experience offering a glimpse into the heart of Russian history and culture. Opened in 1935, the metro system has evolved into one of the largest and busiest in the world, with 268 stations covering the city. Serving millions of passengers daily, it is the busiest metro system in Europe. What makes the Moscow Metro truly unique are the architectural beauties of many central stations. Boarding the metro not only offers a quick escape from Moscow's notorious traffic but also provides a means to admire the city's architectural heritage, with each station telling its own story. Our tour continues with Arbat Street, one of the most historically significant and fascinating streets in Moscow. Walking along its cobbled paths, you will not only navigate a physical space but also tread upon layers of Russian history and culture. The lively atmosphere of the street, with its history dating back to the 19th century, has long made it a hub for artists, writers, and musicians. Quaint street cafes, unique shops, and street performers contribute to creating an area where the past and present coexist seamlessly. You will also find shopping opportunities on historic Arbat Street. After the tour, free time. In the afternoon, our first stop is Red Square. The name "Red Square" derives from the Russian word "krasnaya," which historically meant both "red" and "beautiful." Although today "krasnaya" is mostly associated with the color red, in the past, it also signified something beautiful or splendid, thus reflecting both the square's striking appearance and its importance as a symbol of Russian heritage. After our walk in Red Square, we visit the Kremlin; not only Europe's largest active fortress but also one of the strongest symbols of Russian history and authority. The term "Kremlin," meaning "fortress within a city," aptly describes its imposing walls and strategic position, initially built to protect Moscow's citizens. As Russia's power grew, the Moscow Kremlin became the center of political, religious, and cultural life in the country. Today, the Kremlin is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and remains one of Russia's most iconic symbols. You will experience the rich history of the Kremlin closely. After the tour, we return to our hotel for free time. Accommodation at our hotel.
6. DAY MOSCOW – ISTANBUL
After breakfast at the hotel, free time until the time determined by our guide. Guests who wish can participate in the optional "Izmailovo Shopping and Market Tour" (40€ per person). During our tour, you will have the opportunity for an antique and souvenir shopping expedition at the famous market, accompanied by our private bus and guide. After the tour, we transfer to the airport. After luggage, ticket, and passport procedures, we depart for Istanbul with Pegasus Airlines scheduled flight. Arrival in Istanbul, and end of our services.