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Lifetime experience visiting two most beautiful cities of Russia – St Petersburg and Peterhof on our full-day tours.

See top Saint Petersburg landmarks including Nevsky Prospect, Kazan Cathedral, St Isaac’s Cathedral, the Hermitage, Church on Spilled Blood and much more!

Stroll along Nevsky Prospect, fascinating bridges and embankments. Learn about the history of Russia through the stories behind top attractions and get an insight into a local life whily visiting local parks and non-touristy areas.

You will have chance to capture the panoramic views from embankments and observation deck of St Isaac’s Cathedral

Your  itinerary can be customized for you to enjoy hassle-free private tour with a Friendly Local Guide.

During the second day you will visit “the Russian Versaille”, Peterhof, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, one of the most famous and popular attractions of Russia, you will learn fun facts and fascinating stories about the official Imperial Residence and will admire the spectacular Grand Cascade fountains while feeling the energy of three major cascades and over 140 fountains, a sophisticated 18th-century fountain system.

You will also take lifetime shots of golden statue of Samson grasping the jaws of a lion, visit Peterhof Hermitage, located right on the shore of the Gulf of Finland, with waterfront views and lovely water breeze and ride back to Saint Petersburg by speed-boat.

The main advantages of this private tour is its complete flexibility. You stay within Your own party, and You can change the itinerary even on the road. We will always make the changes or additions You might request, so that the tour meets Your needs and interests, and You have the best holiday ever! Whatever else You would like to see and do is at Your disposal. The suggested program of the tour looks like this:
DAY ONE
Your private guide meets You right off the ship and accompanies You to the modern air-conditioned vehicle, suitable for the size of Your group. You will start with a panoramic tour of St Petersburg, and have a chance to take pictures of the most beautiful places. Then You board the hydrofoil – the speed boat, which takes You from the city centre straight to Peterhoff – the imperial summer residence just outside St Petersburg. You will walk around the brilliant park with a lot of amazing fountains of different shape, size and style. After lunch on the grounds of Peterhoff You will proceed to another beautiful residence of Tsarskoye Selo. At first just a private residence of Catherine I, in the middle of the 18th century it was transformed into a huge gala palace. You will also have the chance to admire the miracle of the Amber Room and hear its long and mysterious story. To crown the day, You will go back to St Petersburg and visit St Isaak’s Cathedral – one of the biggest in Europe, and will be taken away by its monumentality.
DAY TWO
Your guide picks You up again at the port, and You will have a chance to see more of St Petersburg. Your first stop will be at Peter and Paul’s Fortress – the very first construction of St Petersburg, where You feel the history in every stone. You will walk around the territory and visit Peter and Paul’s Cathedral – the burial place for all the Russian emperors. Then You proceed to the memorial church of the Savior on Spilled Blood – one of the most Russian constructions in this European city and the unique museum of mosaics. You will have a chance to try Russian cuisine at one of the local restaurants, and then be prepared to visit one of the largest museums in the world – the Hermitage. It is absolutely impossible to see all 3-million pieces collection in one day, but Your guide will show You the most important highlights, according to Your interests and preferences. We also guarantee to bring You back to Your ship at least 1 hour before departure, so that You do not need to worry about being left behind.

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Combine must-see and off the beaten paths: river cruise, beautiful cathedrals, royal palaces, stunning bridges and sculptures, historical city center, finest landscapes, local cafes and much more!

See all the main highlights of the city during the first day with numerous sculptures, monuments and bridges, as well as historical buildings, palaces and embankments.

Your itinerary will be modified according to your needs to give you unforgettable experience, you will be able to learn all the secrets of the legendary city with opportunity to get a local insight combined with Russian cuisine, best parks and cafes.

During the second day you will visit Peterhof, former residence of the Russian Emperors. You will be brought there by high-speed boat, so you will feel the breeze of river Neva. 

The third day will provide you with the highlights of Peter and Paul Cathedral and Strelka island, you will explore the oldest and the most striking buildings of St Petersburg, learn about the most outstanding Russian rulers and visit  the tombs.

You will be impressed by the stunning views of Winter Palace, Vasilievsky Island and Neva river during your walks and will enjoy  spectacular views over the skyline on the 138 feet high belfry.

You can reward yourself with refreshing drinks in a local cozy cafes or bars.