Tours and Trips in Russia

When your ship docks in St. Petersburg's port, enjoy personalized attention and a flexible itinerary on this private, 8-hour shore excursion. The tour is fully tailored to your interests, and transportation is provided in a private, air-conditioned, sedan or minubus. Pickup and drop-off at the port; no Russian visa required.

Escape the hustle and bustle of St. Petersburg with a private tour of its suburbs. With your guide, tour the former imperial palaces and parks in Pushkin and Pavlovsk. This winter tour includes a ride in a traditional horse-drawn Russian sleigh. Pickup and drop-off at your St. Petersburg hotel or cruise terminal is included.

Spend a half-day exploring the residence and grand gardens of Peterhof Palace, an 18th-century imperial property that's often called the 'Russian Versailles.' Stroll the fountain-filled grounds, marveling at the impressive bronze statues and Grand Cascade as you go, then make your way inside the Grand Palace to view an array of restored private rooms, each lavishly decorated to their times. Don't miss your opportunity to explore one of the region's most exquisite landscape parks.

Get the most from a visit to St Petersburg's Peterhof Grand Palace and Park with VIP early admission to the palace's interiors on this private 5-hour tour. Accompanied by an expert personal guide, enjoy VIP skip-the-line access inside the palace, ahead of the main crowds. Learn about Peter the Great's maritime passions and plans for the seafront estate; and admire the grand interiors, including the Throne Room and White Dining Room. Then, take a walking tour around the fountain-adorned Lower Park, seeing the showpiece Grand Cascade fountains and other highpoints.

See Moscow from the water on a 3-hour, private boat cruise along the Moskva River. Learn about Moscow history as you navigate past the Kremlin, the Peter the Great Statue, and several historic bridges, then walk to Gorky Park for coffee at an atmospheric caf e.

Delve into the fascinating history of Gatchina and Gatchina Palace on a private half-day tour. Set out from central St Petersburg for the town of Gatchina and its former imperial summer palace, which in many ways resembles a medieval hunting lodge. Learn about the palace's varied architectural styles while wandering its halls, home to hundreds of pieces of ceremonial arms and weaponry. Enjoy a revealing look into the world of Russian royalty with a visit to this intriguing imperial estate.

Set out via high-speed hydrofoil for a half-day tour of Peterhof, often called the 'Russian Versailles.' Explore its exquisite grounds"•known for their dozens of fountains and hundreds of bronze sculptures"•and visit the Lower Park, which boasts a symmetrical layout. Along the way you'll learn how Peterhof gets its water and have an opportunity to admire the Grand Cascade"•Petershof's largest fountain ensemble"•from in front of the Grand Palace.

St Petersburg is known for its impressive cathedrals. Visit three of them on a guided private tour. Easily recognizable by its massive gilded dome, St Isaac's Cathedral is both the city's largest Russian Orthodox cathedral and now also a museum. Marvel at its remarkable mosaics and climb to the dome's observation walkway for spectacular city views. Explore the Church of our Savior on Spilled Blood and learn how this onion-domed cathedral got its unique name, and see the active Kazan Cathedral - inspired by St. Peter's Basilica in Rome.

Enjoy a private, small-group tour of St Petersburg's Yusupov Palace, the former home of Russia's Yusupov family and site of mystic Grigori Rasputin's 1916 murder. Tour the palace's vast upper floors, learn about the plot to kill Rasputin that formulated within its walls and see the basement where this legendary assassination took place. There's even a diorama of wax figures recreating the scene.

Spend a half-day beyond the boundaries of St Petersburg with a private guided visit to Tsarskoye Selo, a unique suburban village that's also the home of Catherine Palace. Enjoy ample time exploring local parks, marveling at the distinct architectural details of Alexander Palace and touring the halls of Catherine Palace - including its stunning Amber Room, a perfect recreation of the exquisite chamber lost during World War II. See monuments, bridges, pavilions and buildings in a variety of architectural styles.

The Peterhof is one of St. Petersburg's most popular draws, and this private 7-hour tour really does the 18th-century complex justice. Ride a hydrofoil to the magnificent palace and park, and enjoy a personalized tour. Admire the Grand Palace and smaller summer palaces, and stroll around highlights such as the Grand Cascade fountain, trick fountains, gardens, statues and more. Lunch, hydrofoil tickets and entrance fees are at your own expense.

Get a unique view of St. Petersburg on this private canoe tour. Transfer from your hotel and suit up with the proper equipment, including a water-immersion suit, helmet, life-jacket, and paddle. Set out before all the other boats and learn about the history of the city from your guide as you glide down the canals.

See what makes the 'Venice of the North' so grand with a half-day sightseeing tour through the city. Enjoy a walk along St Petersburg streets, taking in top attractions such as Palace Square, the domed St Isaac's Cathedral, and the Hermitage - one of the largest museums on the planet. Stroll along Nevsky Prospect, a main thoroughfare known for its people-watching, and pay a visit to the State Russian Museum to marvel at some of the city's top examples of Russian fine art.

Explore Russia's cultural capital on this private half-day tour of St. Petersburg. Learn about the history of the city from its formation in 1703 to present-day as you see landmarks such as the Nevsky Project, the Hermitage Museum, the Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood, and much more. Take a guided tour of the famous Faberge Museum to see the famous Easter eggs created for the Tsars of Russia.

Create the perfect keepsakes of your time in Moscow on this private 3-hour photo shoot tour. With a professional photographer, visit the city's famous or lesser-known sights for picture-perfect shots. Pose by St. Basil's Cathedral and the Kremlin, or have your photos taken at leafy parks, monuments, and panoramic viewpoints - the chosen sights can be tailored around you. Afterward, receive a full set of finished photos, including 10 professionally edited shots, as mementos.

Devote your attention to two of Russia's most celebrated imperial residences on a private 7-hour tour from St. Petersburg. Leave the city for the baroque Catherine Palace in Tsarskoye Selo. Tour the interiors as you hear about the tsars who lived here, and see the showpiece Amber Room and gardens. Afterward, explore the palace and parks of the Peterhof estate, including the world-famous Grand Cascade fountains. Hotel pickup and drop-off, plus entrance fees included.

As the former capital of the Russian Empire, St Petersburg is full of magnificent palaces, historic monuments, and famous sites. This private tour lets you explore at your own pace and experience Russian culture along the way. Visit sights such as the Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood, Peter and Paul Fortress, and the Field of Mars; sample traditional Russian dishes and craft beers; and stop at the Summer Garden, Palace Square, and St. Isaac Cathedral.

While in Russia, make a trip over to St. Petersburg to see one of the world's largest museums, the Hermitage with this private, 6-hour tour, including access to the UNESCO-listed Faberge Halls. The museum is home to over three million items, housed in six historic buildings, and your private guide can help you navigate the huge space to see what you're interested in during one visit. Plus round-trip transport and lunch are included to help your day go smoothly.

Art enthusiasts will love this private tour of one of Russia's finest collections of foreign art, the Pushkin Arts Museum. Rather than just looking at the art, you'll learn all about the history and significance of the collection and some of the most important pieces. As this is a private tour you'll be able to go at your own pace, and linger over the pieces that interest you most.

Explore central Moscow on foot on this private 4-hour tour and learn about its imperial and Soviet past. As you walk and sightsee, hear about Moscow's history and view highlights such as St. Basil's Cathedral, the GUM shopping arcade, and the city's renaissance, baroque, and art nouveau architecture. Choose from two options: to explore Red Square and the historical Kitay-Gorod district, or to see Red Square before joining a 1-hour tour of the Bolshoi Theater.