Small-group departure · Moscow & St. Petersburg, Russia
Entdecken Sie russische Hauptstädte
Entdecken Sie die zeitlose Schönheit Russlands auf dieser 7-tägigen/6-nächtigen Reise durch die pulsierende Hauptstadt Moskau und das kulturelle Meisterwerk St. Petersburg. Erkunden Sie berühmte Sehenswürdigkeiten, historische Plätze, imposante Kathedralen, den Kreml und die weltbekannte Eremitage und erleben Sie Russlands reiche Geschichte, Architektur und seinen unvergleichlichen Charme.
The journey
2 cities, 3 nights in each, joined by rail.
Starts Flughafen Moskau, ends Flughafen/Bahnhof Sankt Petersburg — an open-jaw trip, so book your flights accordingly. Meeting point for arrival transfer. Exact airport depends on flight details.
- 01Erkunden Sie zwei legendäre russische Städte – Moskau und St. Petersburg.
- 02Geführte Stadtrundfahrt durch Moskau mit Spaziergang auf dem Roten Platz
- 03Besuchen Sie den historischen Kreml und seine Kathedralen.
- 04Fotostopps an den Sparrow Hills und der Skyline von Moscow City
- 05Erleben Sie Russlands berühmten Sapsan-Hochgeschwindigkeitszug
- 06Entdecken Sie die imperiale Schönheit St. Petersburgs
- 07Besuchen Sie Sehenswürdigkeiten wie die Isaakskathedrale und den Palastplatz.
- 08Selected 4-star hotel stays in both cities with daily breakfasts
- 09A balanced itinerary with structured touring and free time in both capitals
Day by day
Open a day for the written plan, then switch to the hour-by-hour breakdown.
Arrival transfer included as per itinerary.
What the fare covers
And what it does not. Read the right-hand column before you budget.
- Hotels6 nights’ accommodation in selected 4-star hotels in Moscow and St. Petersburg
- MealsDaily breakfast except on arrival day
- GuidesEnglish-speaking guide for scheduled tours
- EntrancesEntrance fees to the sites named in the itinerary where stated
- TransfersAirport and railway station transfers as per itinerary
- TrainSapsan high-speed rail ticket between Moscow and St. Petersburg
- 6 Übernachtungen in den ausgewählten Hotels: Suschevsky/Lesnaya Safmar 4* in Moskau und Cosmos Pulkovskaya/Pribaltiyskaya 4* in St. Petersburg
- Tägliches Frühstück (außer am Anreisetag)
- Englischsprachiger Reiseleiter während der Tour
- Eintrittsgebühren für die genannten Orte
- Flughafentransfer
- FlightsInternational air travel is not part of this fare. The record lists no air component.
- MealsMeals and drinks not specified in the itinerary
- Optional ToursOptional excursions and locally offered activities
- VisaVisa fees
- InsuranceMandatory travel insurance
- Personal ExpensesPersonal expenses
- TipsGratuities for guides and drivers
- Getränke und Speisen
- Optionale Ausflüge und Aktivitäten
- Visagebühr und Versicherung
- Persönliche Ausgaben
- Trinkgelder für Reiseleiter und Fahrer sind nicht inbegriffen und liegen im Ermessen des Gastes.
How the fare is built: USD 1,199 per person twin-share, converted at 0.8655 to EUR 1,038. All 9 departures carry the same fare.
You leave from a different place than you arrive — book an open-jaw flight, not a return.
Meeting point for arrival transfer. Exact airport depends on flight details.
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Where you go in
Not every landmark on the list is one you walk into — this separates them.
Wann gehen?
Weather by month for the places this trip actually visits.
Russia
Summer (Jun–Aug) is the only comfortable time for most of Russia. St Petersburg has White Nights in June.
Before you go
The essentials first — they are also the ones that can stop a booking.
Passports, visas and insurance
- A valid passport is required for travel.
- Travellers must arrange any required visa before departure.
- Mandatory travel insurance must be purchased prior to the trip.
Rail journey and transfers
- The Moscow to St. Petersburg connection is by Sapsan high-speed train.
- Airport and railway station transfers are included as per the itinerary.
- Standard baggage allowances apply on the train and can vary by fare class.
Hotel standard
- Selected 4-star hotels are used in both cities.
- Hotel substitutions of similar standard may be made if operationally necessary.
- Check-in and check-out times follow individual hotel policies.
Breakfast basis
- Breakfast is included daily except on the arrival day.
- Other meals are at your own expense unless stated in the itinerary.
- Let the operator know in advance about any dietary requirements.
Spending money
- Allow for lunches, optional excursions, tips and personal spending.
- Local services offered during free time are payable separately.
- Keep a payment method available for incidental hotel charges.
Free-day activities
- Free days can be used for independent sightseeing.
- Optional excursions may be available locally and are payable separately.
- Availability of optional activities can vary by season and operator.
Is the Sapsan train included between Moscow and St. Petersburg?
Yes. The package includes the Sapsan high-speed train journey between the two cities, together with the required transfers.
Which sights are covered by entrance fees?
Entrance fees are included for the sites specifically named in the itinerary where stated, including the Kremlin and the Hermitage visit.
Are meals included beyond breakfast?
Daily breakfast is included except on arrival day. Other meals and drinks are not included unless mentioned in the day-by-day programme.
Is this suitable for first-time visitors to Russia?
Yes. The itinerary is designed as an introductory trip to Moscow and St. Petersburg with guided sightseeing, rail travel and free time built in.
Do I need a visa and travel insurance?
Yes. Travellers are responsible for arranging any required visa and for purchasing mandatory travel insurance before departure.
Policies & booking terms
Free cancellation up to 30 days before departure.
50% refund between 30-15 days before departure.
No refund within 15 days of departure.
TripClub standing booking terms
- Full payment must be completed 30 days prior to departure, unless otherwise specified.
- All bookings are subject to availability at the time of confirmation.
- Travel insurance is mandatory and must be purchased prior to departure.
- Prices are subject to change due to fluctuations in currency exchange rates, taxes, or supplier costs.
- Guests are responsible for obtaining valid passports, visas, and any required vaccinations.
- Cancellations or amendments are subject to the applicable cancellation policy outlined in the package.
- The company is not liable for delays, cancellations, or changes due to unforeseen circumstances such as weather, strikes, or other force majeure events.
- All travelers must adhere to the local laws and customs of the destinations visited.
- No refunds will be issued for unused services, including but not limited to meals, accommodations, or activities.
- The company reserves the right to modify the itinerary or substitute hotels of similar standards if necessary.
- All special requests (e.g., room preferences, dietary requirements) are subject to availability and not guaranteed.
- Guests are responsible for any additional costs incurred due to personal expenses, such as phone calls, laundry, or minibar charges.
- Check-in and check-out times are subject to hotel policies and may vary by property.
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