The Grand Capitals of Russia
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Overview
Highlights
- Discover the Kremlin, Russia's political centre
- Ride a high-speed train through Russia's Countryside
- Marvel at the magnificent St Basil's Cathedral
- See artistic treasures at the Hermitage
- Tour Catherine the Great's opulent palace
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Trip includes
- Fully Escorted Tour with local English Speaking Guides throughout
- Scheduled Flights from the UK.
- All internal travel including air-conditioned/heated transportation.
- Accommodation, meals as specified and entry fees to all sights.
- All airport taxes and security charges.
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Itinerary
Depart London on your scheduled flight to Moscow, where you will be met by a local guide and transferred to your hotel.
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After breakfast, you'll be transferred to the airport for your return flight to London.
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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
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- Lunch and Dinner, where included, will be served in local restaurants or at your accommodation.
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