Russia

Arrive at Moscow Airport and meet your local representative for a transfer to the hotel. Complete the check-in formalities and relax after your journey. Depending on arrival time, enjoy a short evening walk around the nearby city centre. Overnight stay: Moscow

After breakfast, proceed for a full-day Moscow sightseeing tour. Visit Red Square, St. Basil's Cathedral (exterior view), the Kremlin area, Alexander Garden and Bolshoi Theatre (exterior view). Explore GUM shopping arcade and enjoy the lively atmosphere of the Russian capital. Overnight stay: Moscow

After breakfast, visit Sparrow Hills for panoramic city views and explore Moscow State University from the outside. Continue to the Moscow Metro, famous for its ornate stations, and visit Arbat Street for shopping, cafés and local experiences. Optional activities can be arranged depending on availability. Overnight stay: Moscow

After breakfast, check out and transfer to the railway station for your train journey to St. Petersburg. On arrival, transfer to the hotel and check in. In the evening, enjoy a relaxed walk along Nevsky Prospekt, the city's famous shopping and cultural avenue. Overnight stay: St. Petersburg

After breakfast, explore St. Petersburg's historic highlights. Visit Palace Square, the Winter Palace exterior, the Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood (exterior view), Kazan Cathedral and the beautiful canals of the city. Enjoy views of the Neva River and discover the elegant architecture of Russia's former imperial capital. Overnight stay: St. Petersburg

After breakfast, visit the Hermitage Museum, subject to ticket availability, or enjoy an excursion to Peterhof Palace and its famous gardens, subject to seasonal opening dates. Spend the remainder of the day exploring local cafés, shopping areas and scenic waterfronts. Overnight stay: St. Petersburg

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to St. Petersburg Airport for your onward journey, taking home wonderful memories of Russia.