Tours and Trips in Russia

Enjoy an exclusive look at the Hermitage's most precious treasures with a private tour of the Gold Room, as well as all-day museum admission. Admire the world's largest collection of Scythian gold, see ancient artifacts from across Eurasia and marvel at ceremonial weapons from the Orient, all in the company of an expert Hermitage curator. Later embark on your own tour of the vast museum, wandering between buildings and taking in the incredible array of artworks, including the most extensive collection of Renaissance paintings on the planet.

Explore one of St Petersburg's greatest treasures on this 3-hour private walking tour of Peter and Paul Fortress. Accompanied by a knowledgeable private guide, head inside the imposing fortress, the city's oldest building, constructed by Peter the Great in 1703. Walk around the key sites as you hear about their history; explore the Trubetskoy Bastion prison cells and museum; and visit the extraordinary Peter and Paul Cathedral, whose gilded interior holds the tombs of Peter the Great and Nicholas II and his family, killed by the Bolsheviks in 1917.

Located within the Kremlin, the Armoury Chamber is one of Moscow's oldest museums and home to the Diamond Fund, a collection of ornate jewels, gems and other precious stones that belonged to the Russian State. View this unique and fascinating exhibit during a 4-hour private tour. Peter the Great originated the Diamond Fund collection, which now includes everything from the world's largest sapphire to several Faberg e eggs. The Fund didn't become publicly accessible until after the fall of communism, making this tour a truly noteworthy experience.

Get acquainted with St Petersburg accompanied by your own private guide on a customizable 4-hour city walking tour. Journey through the handsome streets by private minivan, and stop to stroll around top St Petersburg attractions such as the Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood, Winter Palace, the Peter and Paul Fortress, and the bustling Nevsky Prospekt. Enjoy the full attention of your guide, who shares stories of the city's history on route, and enjoy a flexible itinerary, with the opportunity to tailor your sightseeing around your interests.

Explore Russia's famous Golden Ring route and discover top regional attractions with ease on this private 6- to 8-hour Sergiev Posad and Trinity Lavra Monastery of St Sergius tour from Moscow. Visit the town of Sergiev Posad with your private guide, home to medieval Russian architecture and a 14th-century Orthodox monastery. Explore the UNESCO-listed Trinity Lavra Monastery of St Sergius' ramparts and churches, and gain insight into their deep religious significance. Marvel at the Cathedral of the Assumption's beautiful facade, and learn of its place in Lavra's colorful history.

Give St. Petersburg's architectural treasures the attention they deserve on a full-day walking tour, with a private guide all to yourself. Traveling by foot and metro (own expense), experience all the must-sees and some lesser-known landmarks of the city center. Take in Palace Square and the Hermitage and Winter Palace; see the Church of the Spilled Blood, and stroll down Nevsky Prospekt and river banks to see palaces, cathedrals, bridges, and more.

Discover some of the Hermitage's hidden treasures with a private tour of St Petersburg's beloved state museum. Join an expert guide on a journey through the museum's vast collection, seeing masterpieces by Rembrandt and Goya along with some lesser-known but as visually stunning works. Then visit one or two of the museum's heavily guarded treasure galleries to marvel at some of the Hermitage's most priceless items, including Faberg e jewelry, ceremonial Oriental weapons and Greek goldwork.

Get a rare look at the Hermitage's most prized possessions with a private tour of the museum's Diamond and Gold rooms. Join an expert curator in exploring these exclusive galleries filled with gold, jewels, icons and antiques, and marvel at intricate artworks commissioned by Catherine the Great, a toilet set made of gold and Faberg e items that go beyond Easter eggs. Then continue your day with a guided tour of the greater museum, admiring paintings by Rembrandt and Goya and learning the history of this vast complex as you go.

Discover Russia's fascinating military history on a private 4-hour tour of the Kubinka Tank Museum from Moscow. With a knowledgeable private guide, explore the museum home to thousands of military tanks that date back to World War II. See original battlefield tanks, captured Nazi vehicles and realistic tank replicas while adapting your itinerary to suit your interests. Receive the undivided attention of your guide on this private tour.

Enjoy Moscow's historical sights and city lights on this 3-hour private evening walking tour. With a personal guide, view must-sees including the Kremlin and St. Basil's Cathedral on Red Square, enjoy coffee (own expense) at the 19th-century GUM arcade, admire the illuminated skyline from various viewpoints, and more. Travel by metro when required, and learn about Moscow's 870-year history as you explore. A flexible itinerary and hotel pickup and optional drop-off on foot are included.

Experience Russia's capital first-hand on a private walking tour. Join an expert guide for a look into Moscow history beginning with the Kremlin, which means 'fortress inside a city.' See the Soviet-style State Kremlin Palace and magnificent Cathedral Square, home to some of Russia's most notable Orthodox churches. Continue to Red Square where you'll find the onion-domed St. Basil's - one of Moscow's most iconic structures - and GUM, a famous Russian department store. Next up, visit Lybyanka Square to view the former headquarters of the KGB, followed by a stroll along Myasnitskaya Street.

Recall the days of Russia's tsars on an 8-hour private Tsarkoye Selo tour from St. Petersburg by public transport. Opt for bus, subway, train, or taxi travel (own expense) with a private guide, and visit Tsarkoye, the country estate of Russia's royals from the 1700s. Skip the line and tour the Catherine Palace, including its world-famous Amber Room, and view Catherine Park and Alexander Palace's exterior. Entrance fees and multiple departure times included.

Be introduced to St Petersburg's sights by your own private guide on this 3-hour tour. Exploring by foot, see top St Petersburg attractions such as Palace Square, the Winter Palace and the Bronze Horseman statue of Peter Great, the city's founder. Stroll along the Nevsky Prospekt and visit three must-see cathedrals, including St Isaac's and the extravagant Church of the Saviour on Spilled Blood. Tailor your itinerary to your interests, and, as you explore, hear tales of Peter the Great, the Romanovs and the 1917 Bolshevik Revolution from your guide.

Discover the charming architecture and rich historical heritage of prominent Golden Ring towns, Suzdal and Vladimir, on a full-day tour from Moscow. With a knowledgeable private guide, discover two of the most enchanting towns in the remarkable Russian region; marvel at the grand Assumption Cathedral during a guided tour of Vladimir and then explore Suzdal to see the magical onion domes and golden spires that typify the town. Receive the undivided attention of your guide and adapt the itinerary of this private tour to suit your interests.

Rewind to imperial Russia on a private 6-hour trip to Pushkin from St Petersburg. With a private guide, travel to Pushkin, formerly called Tsarskoye Selo and famous for its tsarist-era palaces. Stroll around Tsarkoye Selo Park, and after lunch, visit the Catherine Palace, first built in the 1700s for Catherine I and later embellished by the Empress Elizabeth. Behold the spectacular Amber Room and lavish rococo interiors, and then visit the Zubov Wing. The itinerary is flexible, so you can see more or less of any sights as you wish.

Enjoy a private tour of St Petersburg's Hermitage - one of the largest museum's on the planet - then follow it up with a traditional 3-course Russian meal. Use your admission ticket to peruse the world's largest collection of paintings and explore the Hermitage's vast exhibition halls, taking in works by Rembrandt, Picasso, Goya and Van Gogh as you go. See sculptures by da Vinci and wander among extravagant state rooms offering insight into Russian history. Afterward, savor a lunch of national cuisine (think beet borsht and fish) accompanied by a complimentary vodka shot.

Enjoy a private tour of Russia's 'Venice of the North,' including a visit to the Hermitage Museum. Embark on a family-geared 6-hour journey through St Petersburg, learning its fascinating history as you go. Start with a city sightseeing tour with stops at St Isaac Cathedral and the onion-domed Church of the Spilled Blood. Walk along Sadovaya Street, home to several local markets and historical monuments, and explore the vast Hermitage"•one of the largest museums on the planet"•to view works by iconic artists such as Rembrandt, van Gogh, Picasso and more.

Immerse yourself in the imperial majesty of Peterhof Palace on a private half-day tour from St Petersburg. With a knowledgeable guide, explore the opulent chambers and resplendent gardens of the landmark regularly likened to the Palace of Versailles. Marvel at architectural highlights like the Grand Palace, the Monplaisir Villa and the Grand Cascade in the Lower Park as you delve into the fascinating history of the treasured monument. Receive the undivided attention of your guide and adapt the itinerary of this private tour to suit your interests.

See the spectacular sights of St Petersburg from the water on a private 60-minute canal cruise. Sail at a leisurely pace past arresting landmarks like the Church on Spilled Blood, the Hermitage and the Peter and Paul Fortress. Receive an insightful overview of the resplendent Russian city from your knowledgeable private guide and absorb the tranquility of the waterways as you cruise. Enjoy the convenience of round-trip transportation from your St Petersburg hotel.

With this private, 5-hour tour of Romanoff's Treasures, the Gold Room, and the Faberge Halls at the Hermitage Museum, you can avoid the large crowds by skipping the lines and getting the unique opportunity to see most of the museum all in one day. You'll get more time in each exhibit room to admire rare jewelry pieces from Russian royalty, India, Iran, and China. Plus, your guide has a Ph.D. in art history to keep you highly entertained every step of the way.