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Military History of Russia Tour

PRIVATE TOUR - 11 DAY SAMPLE ITINERARY

FROM £$ 7012

Private Tour Highlights

  • Take a Metro ride with your guide and stop to explore the grandeur of its most impressive stations with some insights into the rich history of Moscow.
  • Enter the Kremlin, the most important historical and political center of Russia, to feel the country's past and present.
  • Step on Lubyanka Square and visit the Park of Arts Muzeon, a unique open-air museum of sculpture and monuments of the Soviet era and socialism period.
  • See the unique examples of Russian architecture and fresco paintings of the 12th century in Vladimir town.
  • Test yourself with the “tank simulator” at Park of Patriots Tank Museum which houses over 268 samples of Soviet and Russian tanks, aircrafts, armored vehicles, and special military equipment.
  • Learn the Soviet secrets and explore visit the recently declassified Bunker of the Cold War period, located in the very center of Moscow.
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Tour Overview

On the Military History of Russia Tour, experience 12-days touring Russia with Yampu Tours’ friendly and highly educated local guides while becoming an expert on Russia’s complicated past and discovering Moscow and St. Petersburg.

Upon arrival in Moscow, travelers will be whisked away to their accommodation within the city center before enjoying a full day exploring the city and admiring famed Russian architecture, including Saint Basil’s domed cathedral. In the evening, travelers will taste traditional Russian cuisine a-la-Russe with a luxurious dinner in downtown Moscow.

The Military History of Russia Tour continues with a step back in time to see what it was like to live under the KGB’s watchful eye in Russia. Following the intriguing history lesson, the tour continues with a train ride to Suzdal & Vladimir to enjoy the atmosphere of an ancient castle (Kremlin) and see the unique examples of Russian architecture and fresco paintings of the 12th century.

Next, visitors will step into the past and experience Russia’s special military equipment at the Tank Museum with 268 samples of Soviet and Russian tanks, aircraft, armored vehicles. Here, visitors will have a chance to explore inside the tanks and participate in the tank simulator. From the museum, travelers will learn the Soviet secrets with a visit to a real underground Bunker. Explore the recently declassified facility of the Cold War period located in the very center of Moscow.

From Moscow, the tour continues to St Petersburg to learn the Russian Navy’s history and its importance of safeguarding St Petersburg during times of war. The tour is then capped off with a canal cruise paired with a farewell-vodka and tasty local dishes.

Inclusions
Price includes domestic and regional flights within the itinerary; all hotel accommodations including daily continental or buffet breakfast and daily city tax; all transfers between airports and hotels with assistance and baggage handling; guided tours in English including entrance fees.
Exclusions

International airfare (unless specifically included), airport departure taxes that must be paid on-site, gratuities, meals not mentioned, soft drinks and alcoholic beverages with meals, early / late check-out, room service, visa fees/services and other personal items or services not mentioned.

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Package Price: From £$ 7012

Prices shown above are per person. Hotel categories do not adhere strictly to international ratings; Yampu has evaluated the hotels according to destination and availability. Prices include local airfare (where applicable), hotel accommodation including daily breakfast; all transfers with baggage handling, all guided tours in English and all entrance fees.

Please note that prices are subject to change based on availability and seasonality, especially during the holiday season from December 20th through January 5th each year. Please contact a Yampu Travel Specialist for more information on best times to travel.

Trip Type:

All our trips are operated on a private basis unless specified otherwise. This is only a sample itinerary; your Yampu Tour Consultant will personalize this trip for you according to your available dates, interests and type of hotels. This is your trip and we will work on making it perfect!

Tour Itinerary

Day
1

Overnight Flight to Russia

International Flight to Moscow.

International Flight to Moscow.

Day
2

Welcome to Moscow!

Upon arrival to Moscow airport, you will be met at the airport and privately transferred to your hotel. Feel free to have a welcome drink during check-in.
Moscow is home to several UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and is well known for its display of Russian architecture, particularly its historic buildings such as the Saint Basil's Cathedral, the Red Square, and the Moscow Kremlin, of which the latter serves as the seat of power of the Government of Russia.

Upon arrival to Moscow airport, you will be met at the airport and privately transferred to your hotel. Feel free to have a welcome drink during check-in.
Moscow is home to several UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and is well known for its display of Russian architecture, particularly its historic buildings such as the Saint Basil's Cathedral, the Red Square, and the Moscow Kremlin, of which the latter serves as the seat of power of the Government of Russia.

Day
3

Moscow Highlights Tour & Dinner a la Russe

Today, we offer you some insights into the rich history of Moscow. Take a Metro ride with your guide and stop to explore the grandeur of its most impressive stations.

Then, enter the Kremlin walls to feel the country's past and present. The Kremlin is an old fortress and the most important historical and political center of Russia. You will see the Kremlin's compositional center and look into the three main cathedrals - the Assumption, the Annunciation and the Archangel's Michael cathedral.

Step into Red Square to admire the colorful domes of St. Basil's cathedral. You will view famous landmarks including the Savior Tower, the Kremlin walls, GUM department store, the State Historical Museum and Lenin's mausoleum.
Then, drive around the Kremlin and reach the Christ the Savior Cathedral, a church with a controversial history. Then, you'll view the New Maiden Convent - the "Convent of the Broken Hearts". Later, visit Bow Hill to commemorate the fallen in the World War II and learn the story from the Russian perspective.

In the evening, you will enjoy a luxurious dinner a la Russe, and soak up the unique atmosphere of downtown Moscow.
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Day
4

KGB History Tour

Take the Metro to your next touring point, while appreciating more exquisite stations. Learn what it was like to live under the KGB's watchful eye in Russia. Your expert guide will share keen insights into the KGB history and personal family stories. Visit the places connected with the time of great repression and fear. Step on Lubyanka Square and visit the Park of Arts Muzeon. Optionally, experience the real tank ride outside of Moscow!

Take the Metro to your next touring point, while appreciating more exquisite stations. Learn what it was like to live under the KGB's watchful eye in Russia. Your expert guide will share keen insights into the KGB history and personal family stories. Visit the places connected with the time of great repression and fear. Step on Lubyanka Square and visit the Park of Arts Muzeon. Optionally, experience the real tank ride outside of Moscow!

Day
5

Suzdal & Vladimir Tour

Board the train to Vladimir (2.5 hours) and enjoy the atmosphere of an ancient castle (Kremlin) in Suzdal. Play the game "guess the dish" and try to pronounce its name while Indulging in a shot of Nalivka (a local alcohol drink) to help you guess. Tour Suzdal's Kremlin which was built in the 10th century. Then see the unique examples of Russian architecture and fresco paintings of the 12th century in Vladimir town. Return to Moscow by train.

Board the train to Vladimir (2.5 hours) and enjoy the atmosphere of an ancient castle (Kremlin) in Suzdal. Play the game "guess the dish" and try to pronounce its name while Indulging in a shot of Nalivka (a local alcohol drink) to help you guess. Tour Suzdal's Kremlin which was built in the 10th century. Then see the unique examples of Russian architecture and fresco paintings of the 12th century in Vladimir town. Return to Moscow by train.

Day
6

Tank Museum Tour

In the morning, depart to Kubinka Village (60 min). Spend the day in the Park of Patriots and visit the Tank Museum. It houses over 268 samples of Soviet and Russian tanks, aircrafts, armored vehicles, and special military equipment. You'll have a chance to explore inside the tanks and test yourself with the tank simulator. Try army porridge, bread from a Russian stove, and enjoy a delicious tea from Samovar.

In the morning, depart to Kubinka Village (60 min). Spend the day in the Park of Patriots and visit the Tank Museum. It houses over 268 samples of Soviet and Russian tanks, aircrafts, armored vehicles, and special military equipment. You'll have a chance to explore inside the tanks and test yourself with the tank simulator. Try army porridge, bread from a Russian stove, and enjoy a delicious tea from Samovar.

Day
7

World War II & Cold War Tour

If you are interested in old tunnels and unusual buildings and want to learn the Soviet secrets, visit the real Bunker. In it, you will explore the recently declassified facility of the Cold War period located in the very center of Moscow. Then, visit Poklonnaya Hill (Bow Hill) commemorating the events of World War II from a Russian perspective. Finish your tour by visiting the open-air exhibition in the Victory Park that hosts the great collection of WWII military equipment.

If you are interested in old tunnels and unusual buildings and want to learn the Soviet secrets, visit the real Bunker. In it, you will explore the recently declassified facility of the Cold War period located in the very center of Moscow. Then, visit Poklonnaya Hill (Bow Hill) commemorating the events of World War II from a Russian perspective. Finish your tour by visiting the open-air exhibition in the Victory Park that hosts the great collection of WWII military equipment.

Day
8

Rapid Train to St. Petersburg with The City of Tsars & Revolutions Tour

After checkout, you will be transferred to Leningradsky railway station to board the rapid train Sapsan to St. Petersburg (4 hours). Upon arrival in St. Petersburg, you will have the city tour of the northern capital of Russia. View the impressive St. Isaac's Cathedral. Discover the city's oldest part - Peter and Paul Fortress where the town of Peter started in 1703. View the Church of Our Savior on the Spilled Blood. Learn about the Great October Revolution of 1917 and stop at the famous Aurora Cruiser. Then, you will check in to your hotel. ...read less

Day
9

Naval History of Russia & Peterhof Fountains

Today, you will learn the history of the Russian Navy on a fascinating tour of Kronstadt (60-90 min). Located on the Gulf of Finland, Kronstadt is a fortified town and a naval port, founded by Peter the Great to protect the approaches to St. Petersburg. It was a "closed town" for many years and was only opened to visitors in 1996. Walk along the streets and embankments of Kronstadt and view the old fortress wall, the Merchant harbor, and the Italian Palace of prince Menshikov. Visit the magnificent Naval Cathedral. Optionally, climb the bell tower of the Cathedral to enjoy the bird's eye view of the Gulf. Later, have an unforgettable tour of Peterhof Park, the "capital of fountains". ...read less

Day
10

Hermitage Museum & Canal Cruise Tour

This morning, we will visit the famous Hermitage Museum with its masterpieces by hundreds of artists before enjoying a canal cruise. As you view the city from the water, you will see a different and magnificent view of St. Petersburg. In the evening, get to know how to do shots the Russian way (by saying a special toast!) and pair vodka with tasty local dishes.

This morning, we will visit the famous Hermitage Museum with its masterpieces by hundreds of artists before enjoying a canal cruise. As you view the city from the water, you will see a different and magnificent view of St. Petersburg. In the evening, get to know how to do shots the Russian way (by saying a special toast!) and pair vodka with tasty local dishes.

Day
11

International Flight Home

At the appropriate time, you will be met at your hotel and privately transferred to the airport for your flight home.

At the appropriate time, you will be met at your hotel and privately transferred to the airport for your flight home.

Moscow, Russia

St Petersburg, Russia

Places You'll See

  • Moscow

    A city that combines the past and the present, Moscow is where old buildings live together with modern high rises. Moscow is home to more than 500 museums, 3 UNESCO World Heritage sites, and several world architectural records. Moscow’s rich architecture can also be seen underground: the central metro stations—real “palaces of the people” with mosaics, paintings, stucco, and dazzling illumination. Moscow is a metropolis that has everything: the best restaurants, fashionable nightclubs, skyscrapers, dizzying views, and even peaceful old courtyards where time has stood still for more than a century.

  • St. Petersburg

    Serving as Russia’s cultural capital, Saint Petersburg is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. The Hermitage, the Russian Museum, Saint Isaac’s and Kazan cathedrals, the Church of the Savior on Blood, Peter and Paul Fortress, Nevsky Prospect and the Summer Garden are some of the attractions that need no introduction. But Saint Petersburg also has attractions outside the city: Tsarskoye Selo in Pushkin, Pavlovsk and, of course, magnificent Petergof. Visitors come from all over the world to see this unusual city during the white nights, to visit the royal palaces and parks, the fairytale fountains and movable bridges.

Hotel Options

4 Star Properties

Moscow : Tverskaya Marriott

St. Petersburg : Crowne Plaza Ligovsky

5 Star Properties

Moscow : InterContinental Tverskaya

St. Petersburg : Grand Belmond

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Traveled May, 2014

Everything you arranged was perfect to the last detail

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