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The best of Russia, Baltic States & Warsaw
Moscow - Tver - Novgorod - St.Petersburg - Tallinn - Riga - Vilnius - Warsaw
April - October 2012, 13 days / 12 nights
Dates:
28-Apr 10-May 2012
12-May 24-May 2012
26-May 07-Jun 2012
23-Jun 05-Jul 2012
07-Jul 19-Jul 2012
28-Jul 09-Aug 2012
25-Aug 06-Sep 2012
08-Sep 20-Sep 2012
22-Sep 04-Oct 2012
06-Oct 18-Oct 2012
Day 1, arrive Moscow, Saturday
Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax. Welcome dinner this evening. (D)
Day 2, in Moscow, Sunday
Moscow, one of the largest cities in the world, is the symbolic heart and soul of the country. Sightseeing begins at the Red Square, dominated by St. Basil’s Cathedral and by the massive red walls of the Kremlin. Visit the Armory Museum; proceed to see the Moscow University and the popular Arbat shopping district. Continue with a drive along the wide boulevards and then stroll through GUM, Russia’s largest department store. Rest of the day is at leisure. You may take part in an optional tour by night of Moscow and its subway. (B)
Day 3, to Tver and Novgorod, Monday
After an early breakfast, depart for Tver, an ancient trading port nestled on the banks of the Volga River. The city oers fascinating treasures, including Putevoy Dvorets, built for Catherine II as a resting place on her journeys from Moscow to St. Petersburg. Enjoy a short sightseeing tour of this remarkable city. End the day in historic Novgorod, founded almost twelve centuries ago. (B, L, D)
Day 4, to St. Petersburg, Tuesday
A morning sightseeing tour of Novgorod starts at the Kremlin with a visit to St. Sophia Cathedral. Then, cross the river via a pedestrian bridge to visit the Yaroslav Court. In the afternoon, travel north to St. Petersburg, the former capital of the Romanov Czars. Upon arrival enjoy arst sightseeing tour of the city starting with the visit of Peter and Paul Fortress, quarter of the City museum and its cathedral, which houses the crypt of the Russian emperors. Next, visit St. Isaac’s Cathedral. (B, D)
Day 5, in St. Petersburg, Wednesday
There are not many cities in the world that can match the grace of St. Petersburg. When Peter the Great founded the city in 1703, he hired Europe’s best architects, craftsmen and artists to build and decorate it. Spread over 100 islands linked by over 600 bridges, it is often referred to as “Venice of the North”. This morning sightseeing tour will feature highlight: the world-famous Hermitage, which houses many treasures from the Czarist era. The rest of the day is free at leisure. An optional tour to visit Petrodvorets, Peter the Great’s Summer Palace, will be available. In the evening you may take part in an optional tour featuring a folklore performance. (B)
Day 6, to Tallinn, Thursday
Journey to Estonia, where your rst stop is Narva. Continue to Tallinn, capital of Estonia and situated on the southern coast of the Gulf of Finland. (B, D)
Day 7, to Riga, Friday
On a walking tour of the Upper and Lower Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, visit orthodox Alexander Nevsky Cathedral. Next, visit Toompea Castle and see the 14th century gothic Town Hall. This afternoon, on to Riga, the capital of Latvia. (B, D)
Day 8, in Riga, Saturday
During your sightseeing tour, see Riga Castle, the magnicent Dome Cathedral, St, Jacobs Cathedral, St.Peter’s Church, the Parliament building, Liberty Monument and the district of Art Nouveau houses. Your afternoon is free. (B)
Day 9, to Vilnius, Sunday
Morning departure for Vilnius, capital of Lithuania. The rest of the day is at leisure. (B, D)
Day 10, in Vilnius, Monday
The city of Vilnius is located on the conuence of the Neris and Velnele Rivers. In Old Vilnius, visit Peter and Paul Church and St. Anna’s Church. View Vilnius University, dating back to 1570, Gediminas’ Tower in the Upper Town and Vilnius Castle. The afternoon is free or you may take an optional excursion to Trakai. (B)
Day 11, to Warsaw, Tuesday
Cross the border into Poland and reach Warsaw at day’s end. (B, L, D)
Day 12, in Warsaw, Wednesday
This 700 year old capital of Poland is a symbol of nationhood and the will to survive against great odds. A sightseeing tour here includes a drive along the famous Royal Route from magnicient Castle Square to Lazienki Park and Palace, summer residence of the last king of Poland. Pass by the Palace of Science and Culture (known as a “wedding cake”), the Saxon Gardens, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Monument to the Heroes of the Warsaw Ghetto and the Barbican. Continue with the walking tour of the Old Town, Old Market Square and St. John’s Cathedral. The rest of the day is free for relaxing, shopping, a stroll through the city or an optional late afternoon Chopin concert. (B)
Day 13, depart Warsaw, Thursday
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your departure ight. (B)
Prices:
Per person in twin: $ 2,795
Single room supplement: $ 973
Hotels:
- Moscow: Marriott Grand (SF)
- Novgorod: Park Inn Veliky Novgorod (F)
- St. Petersburg: Holiday Inn (F)
- Tallinn: Meriton Grand (SF)
- Riga: Radisson BLU (SF)
- Vilnius: Hotel Novotel (SF)
- Warsaw: Holiday Inn (SF)
Sightseeing tours included:
- Moscow
- Novgorod
- St. Petersburg
- Tallinn
- Riga
- Vilnius
- Warsaw
Included features:
- First class hotels, rooms with private facilities
- Service charges and hotel taxes
- Breakfast daily, 2 lunches and 7 dinners
- Airport transfers
- Touring by modern motor-coach
- Professional English speaking tour director
- Luggage handling
- Headsets will be provided for included sightseeing tours, so you can easily hear your guide’s commentary
To book The best of Russia, Baltic States & Warsaw please contact us info@grandbaltics.com
Additional information about the tour
The tour is provided by Mediterranean, Central and Eastern Europe's leading tour operator since 1951.
• Guaranteed departures
All tour departures are guaranteed giving you the advantage of planning your overseas trips well in advance.
• English speaking tours
All escorted tours are conducted only in English and are managed by an experienced tour leaders who have intimate and extensive knowledge of the destinations.
• Modern air-conditioned motor coaches
During the trip are used modern air-conditioned motor coaches to guarantee you a safe and comfortable trip.
• Complete travel service
Apart from guaranteed Baltic and Europe tours bookings, we will assist you with pre and post tour hotel accommodations, air-tickets and visa invitations.
• Bookings
All bookings must be made in writing. To reserve a tour please e-mail us: info@grandbaltics.com. Your booking will be confirmed immediately in most cases.
• Payments
30% pre-payment for all ordered tours is required at the moment of booking.
If 30% pre-payment is not received 5 working days after the guaranteed departure booking confirmation was sent - the reservation is cancelled automatically.
The rest 70% of grand total amount (including all optional services) must be paid 6 weeks (42 days) before tour start day.
• Cancellations
For cancellations made:
49 – 28 days prior to arrival a cancellation fee of 50% of the total tour costs is charged.
27 – 22 days prior to arrival a cancellation fee of 75% of the total tour costs is charged.
Cancellation later than 21 days prior to arrival and “no-show” a cancellation fee of 100% of the total tour costs is charged.
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