Cultural Tours in Russia

Visit two of St Petersburg's imperial showpieces - the Catherine Palace and Peterhoff Gardens - on a 7-hour, expertly guided tour. Uncover Russia's imperial history on route to Tsarkoe Selo's Catherine Palace. Explore the lavish palace, named by Elizabeth I after her mother, Catherine I, and behold the world-famous Amber Room and Golden Suite rooms. Later, explore the exquisite Lower Gardens of the Peterhoff Palace. Admire the stunning Grand Cascade fountains and other highlights including the Monplaisir Palace, Peter the Great's favored retreat. Avoid the main lines with priority access at both sights.

We invite you to the ancient summer residences of the tsars of Russia, a tour of two and a half hours where we will visit unique places, where Peter the Great and Catherine the Great used to live. Know where Peter the Great spent much of his childhood time and where Catherine II was reunited with favorites. Learn about the life of the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries in Russia. Get to know the life of the Catherine II and her whims. And also find out about about a famous architect named Kazakov and how he lost everything to please the queen.

Discover one of St Petersburg's spectacular summer palaces on a 4-hour small-group excursion. Enjoy a guided tour of Catherine Palace, former residence of Catherine the Great, with a walk through its many rooms and gardens. See the iconic Amber Room, completely reconstructed from new materials after Nazi soldiers looted the original during WWII, marvel at the palace's Grand Ballroom and meander  ornate halls that evoke Baroque times. You can arrange for hotel pick-up and airport drop-off with your visit, making this an ideal tour to complete any St Petersburg trip.

Enjoy early admission to Catherine Palace and tour one of the area's most stunning former summer palaces without the crowds. Embark on a small-group (limited to 6) guided exploration of this former Imperial residence, a grand property that was left completely gutted"•but renovated extensively"•after WWII. Wander its opulent halls and visit rooms such as the Amber Room, painstakingly recreated with amber panels, gold leaf and mirrors in a process that took more than two-decades. Afterward, spend time strolling in Catherine Park and learning about its impressive landscaping.

Lenin's Mausoleum is one of Moscow's top attractions but, as a site of some sensitivity, visiting it comes with any array of rules and regulations. Feel confident that you are being respectful by visiting with a guide on this small-group tour. It includes hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off and offers the chance to ask your guide questions.

Get a comprehensive tour of the Hermitage on this guided tour. Meet your guide at your cruise ship or hotel and travel by private van to the Hermitage. Explore all of the Hermitage's buildings, including  the Winter Palace, Small Hermitage, Old Hermitage, New Hermitage. In the company of your guide and a small group, see artwork by da Vinci, Michelangelo, Raphael, Veronese, Tintoretto, and Tiepolo.

In this excursion in Moscow in summer, we will stroll through the historical center of the Russian capital. We will see important places like the Red Square, the surroundings of the Kremlin. We will enjoy the beautiful views of the Moscow River from the patriarch's bridge, always accompanied by one of our professional guides with whom you will discover all the secrets of the city. You will know the history of the city from its foundation to our days and how it became an important center of the country. Do not lose such an opportunity to get to know Moscow closer and better.

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.

See one of the wonderful churches, the icons of golden mosaics and the columns of malachite and lapis lazuli in the grand St Isaac's Cathedral also known as the museum of four cathedrals with this tour in St. Petersburg. We will make every effort possible to make your visit to the cathedrals a memorable experience, convenient and comfortable for you.

Take a drive through St. Petersburg and discover two of its biggest landmarks on a private tour to Peter and Paul Fortress and the Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood. You'll learn about the history of the city - considered the cultural center of Russia - from its founding in 1703 to more modern times.

Embark on a private skip-the-line exploration of St Petersburg's Hermitage, one of the largest museums on earth. Set out to explore the museum's four main buildings"•including the mint-colored Winter Palace"•alongside a knowledgable guide, one who will introduce you to both iconic and lesser-known-though-just-as-impressive artworks during your allotted 4 hours. Roam through opulent halls and marvel at bonafide masterpieces by artists like da Vinci, Monet, and van Gogh. Admire magnificent works that miraculously survived WWII while learning about the museum's vast collections, including galleries devoted to Dutch, French and Italian art.

See the sights and tap into St. Petersburg's cuisine and lifestyle on this bit-of-everything 4-hour private food and culture walking tour. Stroll the handsome streets to see attractions including the State Hermitage and Church on Spilled Blood, and visit traditional eateries to try popular local dishes. Sample specialities like 'borscht' soup, beer-like 'kvass,' and more as you hear about Russian culture and customs. Pre-set menus, and hotel pickup and drop-off on foot included.

Receive a guided tour of one of the world's largest art museums and enjoy the personalized attention that comes with a small-group. Spend 4 hours seeing some of the Hermitage's most iconic and lesser-known-but-equally-significant artworks. Admire pieces by da Vinci, van Gogh, Monet and Goya and explore each of the museum's main buildings, including the marvelously mint-colored Winter Palace. Your knowledgable guide will provide the perfect overview of the Hermitage's vast collection and its many halls. 

Combine a walking tour of the Zamoskvorechye District with a guided visit to the Tretyakov Gallery during this 3-hour outing in Moscow. Listen to your guide's commentary about Russia's history, from the 12th century forward. See masterworks by Russian and Soviet artists such as Andrei Rublev, Kazimir Malevich, and Wassily Kandinsky at the Tretyakof Gallery.

Immerse yourself in the religious history of Russia on this full-day tour to the Sergiev Posad Monastery from Moscow. With round-trip transportation included, you skip the need to rent a car and can relax and enjoy the ride. Once there, explore with your guide to gain a full understanding of Russia's spiritual and religious history, learning much more through guided commentary than you would simply exploring on your own.

Yusupov Palace in St Petersburg is the former residence of Prince Felix Yusupov and the site of Grigory Rasputin's notorious murder. On this guided tour, explore the magnificent 18th-century palace, admire its stunning position along the Moika River, and learn all about its fascinating history, including the assassination of Rasputin.

Escape the tourist crowds and delight in the imperial majesty of the Peterhof Grand Palace and Gardens on a 5-hour tour from St Petersburg. With a professional guide, explore the opulent chambers and ornamented halls of Peterhof, declared the 'Russian Versailles', and delve into the rich history of the regal residence. Stroll amid the botanical grandeur of the garden, roaming past more than 100 fountains and swathes of exotic flowers. Receive personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to six people.

Moscow's attractions can be tricky to navigate without a good grasp of the Russian language. Ensure a good experience when you visit the historic Bolshoi Theatre on this small-group guided tour. Explore the ornate halls and theater spaces of the recently renovated building, and marvel at such details as intricate plasterwork and heavy velvet curtains, while your guide provides in-depth insight into the Russian icon.

Enjoy a special early entry into Peterhof's Grand Palace, part of a larger complex that's often referred to as the 'Russian Versailles.' Join a small group (maximum 6) on a skip-the-line guided tour of the former imperial residence, filled with ornate rooms  that were mostly destroyed"•and since reconstructed"•during WWII. Then embark on a guided stroll through the property's stunning lower gardens, dotted with gold sculptures and mesmerizing fountains throughout. There's also ample time to savor lunch (own expense) at one of the onsite cafes before returning to St Petersburg.

Delight in the imperial majesty of Russia's architectural treasures on a half-day tour to Catherine Palace and Pavlovsk Palace from St Petersburg. With a knowledgeable guide, travel by luxury vehicle to Catherine Palace, a magnificent 18th-century summer residence of the extravagant Tsars. Delve into the Baroque beauty's opulent chambers and ornamented halls and then discover Pavlovsk Palace and its beautiful gardens. Enjoy an intimate atmosphere on this small-group tour, limited to only six people.