Tours and Trips in Russia

Most tours that go to the Moscow Kremlin can be overcrowded. This private tour takes just you and your group of up to six to see the city's attractions, so you can get personalized attention from your guide along the way. See Red Square, St. Basil's Cathedral, and Moscow Kremlin, and learn about the history of each. Plus, your guide meets your group right at your hotel for added convenience.

Embark on a private tour of St Petersburg's Yusupov Palace, where Russian conspirators poisoned and shot the mystical faith healer, Grigory Rasputin. Explore the 19th-century palace - the city center's last remaining resident mansion - and learn about the wealthy family who lived here, including Prince Felix Yusupov, who led the Rasputin assassination plot. Marvel at unique interiors like the Moorish Drawing Room and the tapestry drawing-room, then descend into the cellar to hear the story of Rasputin's final hours and how this close confidant of Tsar Nicholas II simply refused to die.

Enhance your sightseeing experience of Moscow on a private 6-hour walking tour of the city's architectural and historical highlights. Accompanied by a knowledgeable private guide, visit monumental landmarks like the Bolshoi Theater, the former KGB headquarters and St Basil's Cathedral. Gain fascinating insight into the historical heritage of the unique capital city and tour the Moscow Kremlin, former residence of exuberant Russian tsars. Relish the flexibility of this private tour and receive undivided attention from your expert guide. 

Spend the day learning about Russia's fascinating art history while touring the Tretyakov Art Gallery and Muzeon Art Park. Go beyond the famous Russian artists of Kandinsky, Chagall, and Malevich that appeared in the 20th century and see works from the 10th to the 19th centuries. Discover over 700 Soviet sculptures by notable communist artists at the Muzeon Art Park and how Russia has changed in the last 20 years.

Combine St Petersburg's two great art museums into one tour on this private half-day walking tour. Visit the Russian Museum, including the Mikhailovsky Palace, and enjoy the highlights of the world's largest collection of Russian art. Then, immerse yourself in Impressionist masterpieces at the General Staff Building, part of the Hermitage complex.

Explore Moscow's cathedrals on a private, 3-hour walking tour to some of the city's most beautiful and significant sites, including Christ the Savior Cathedral, Novodevichy Convent, and Church of St. Clement. See architectural details like ceramic tiles as you learn about the history of these religious attractions, as well as the history of greater Russia, traditions, and culture. Enjoy the flexibility of choosing your own start time and customizing your itinerary.

See the romantic side of Moscow on a private tour designed for sweethearts. You'll visit some of the loveliest places in the city that might inspire romance, such as the Botanical Garden of Moscow State University and the Hermitage Garden.

Enjoy a private walking tour of Russia's capital city with a visit to Red Square, one of Moscow's most iconic sites. Learn Moscow's fascinating history from your expert guide while exploring some of the city's most impressive landmarks. Marvel at the onion-domed cathedral of St. Basil's, see Lenin's Tomb and visit the stunning State Historical Museum, which exhibits artifacts of Russia history from the Paleolithic period through today. This immersive 4-hour excursion includes round-trip hotel transport.

Enjoy fast-track entry and beat the crowds on this 5-hour private tour of the Peterhof in St Petersburg, including a visit to the Petrodvorets watch factory. Enjoy early admission to the Peterhof (May to October only), and see highlights including the Throne Room and White Dining Room. Learn about the palace’s history, and explore the fountain-adorned Lower Gardens. Admire the Grand Cascade and other fountains, and perhaps catch the switching-on ceremony. Later, tour the Petrodvorets watch factory, the oldest in Russia, to see famous, Raketa-branded watches being made from scratch.

Explore St Petersburg's imperial heritage and learn about Russia's emperors and their fates on a private 4-hour walking tour. Your tour starts with a visit to the Peter and Paul Cathedral inside the Peter and Paul Fortress, commissioned by Peter the Great in 1703, and burial place to many tsars. View the ornate interiors and royal tombs, including those of Peter and Nicholas II and his family, murdered in 1917. Later, tour the Cabin of Peter the Great, the well-preserved wooden cottage where Peter lived during the city's founding.

St. Petersburg is nicknamed the 'Venice of the North,' making a cruise along its waterways a must-do. Soak in the city's riverside splendors on a 3-hour cruise, passing sights like the Peter and Paul Fortress, the Mariinsky Theatre, plus cathedrals, palaces, and more. Choose a daytime cruise on the River Neva and main canals, a midnight cruise to see St. Petersburg's illuminated drawbridges open, or a jazz dinner cruise on the Neva. Hotel pickup included.

During the cold months, St. Petersburg transforms into a winter wonderland - and this cozy walking tour is the perfect way to discover its festive side. Meet your guide in central St. Petersburg in the morning; as this is a private tour, you'll enjoy a personalized way to explore. Begin your walk with a warming herbal tea, and set off to discover the city's snowy scenes, holiday decorations, and famed landmarks. You'll also enjoy traditional Russian treats as you go.

Explore two of St Petersburg's artistic and architectural highlights on this 3-hour walking tour, with a knowledgeable guide. Ogle the eye-popping, multi-domed Church of the Saviour on Spilled Blood, and head inside with your guide to appreciate its opulent interior. Then, enjoy a guided tour of St Petersburg's Russian Museum, the world's largest repository of Russian art. Admire some of the wonderful 400,000 art treasures dating from the 10th century as your guide shares their stories and secrets.  Enjoy a personalized atmosphere on this small-group tour, limited to six people.

See the site of one of Russia's most infamous events on a 3-hour private tour of St. Petersburg's Yusupov Palace. Skip the main entrance lines to explore this 19th-century palace, once home to Felix Yusopov who murdered the mysterious monk and royal advisor, Grigory Rasputin, here in 1916. Admire the original interiors, and see where the grisly deed took place. Private transport, entrance fees, and hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Delve into 1000 years of Russian art with a private tour at the Tretyakov Gallery. You'll have the chance to learn from your personal guide about the 170 000 works of art housed in the 62 exhibits of the museum. With pieces ranging from early religious icons to modern art, the Tretyakov is a can't miss for art lovers.

Skip the typical sightseeing tours for a completely different way of seeing Moscow on this retro scooter tour. In a small group, zip around the city on a two-wheeler while taking in the sights of everything from Moscow's most famous attractions to colorful street artworks that most visitors miss.

Enjoy a private walking tour of Russia's capital city, with a visit to both the Kremlin and Red Square. An expert tour guide will lead you through Moscow's center, sharing stories about its fascinating history as you go. Wander through the mythical medieval fortress known as the Kremlin and marvel at the churches in Cathedral Square, then continue to Red Square to experience one of the city's most photographed sights: St. Basil's. Later, visit a former KGB headquarters and saunter down Myasnitskaya Street, one of Moscow's best known boulevards.

This unique tour is dedicated to the revolution which not only changed Russia, but the world. Discover the all the secrets of the most defining moment of the 20th century!Meet your guide in the hotel and depart a Metro Ride to the first museum of the day!Historical park "Russia - My History". Multimedia exposition "Russia - my history" are devoted to 1000-year period of the Rurik and Romanov dynasties reign and also "The XX century. From Great Upheaval to a Great Victory".Next we will take you to the the State Central Museum of Contemporary History of Russia (former Museum of October Revolution).After short ride with Metro you are here. The name of the square is derived from the word krasnyi (red), which meant beautiful in Old Russian.From here you walk inside the Moscow Kremlin. The Kremlin is an official residence of the President of the Russian Federation and the President's office.

Get glammed up for an unforgettable night at the ballet in St Petersburg and witness the work of some of the world's most renowned dancers, composers and musicians. Start your evening with a delicious 4-course meal of traditional Russian cuisine, accompanied by a shot of vodka, then prepare to be swept up in the magic of the ballet. Choose from a range of performances including classics like 'The Nutcracker', 'Swan Lake' or 'Romeo and Juliet' at locations like the Mariinsky, Alexandrinsky, Mussorgsky or The Hermitage theatres.

Get an in-depth look at the Moscow Kremlin on a private walking tour that covers several of the features of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. As you explore the Armoury, the Diamond Fund (Almazny Fond), and the cathedrals (depending on the option you select when booking), you'll gain insight into Russia's history. Artifacts you'll see include jewels, weapons, crowns, royal carriages, and Faberg e eggs.