The original Trans-Siberian departed from St. Petersburg, Russia's imperial capital, and its easy enough to include this fabulous city as part of your Trans-Siberian trip. If you are starting your trip in Moscow then please click here for information about starting your Trans-Siberian in St. Petersburg.
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$382
3 nights/4 days
Day 1 - Depart Moscow
You’ll need to check out of your room by 12
noon today. A full day for you to pack in the
rest! Own transfer this evening to Leningradsky
Station where you will board the St. Petersburg
bound train. Breakfast.
Please note that this day is also the last day on our standard Trans-Siberian trips.
Day 2 - Arrive St. Petersburg
Early morning arrival in St. Petersburg from the overnight train from Moscow.
Our driver will be there to meet you at the end
of the platform, and will hold a meeting-board
with your name on. You’ll then be transferred
to the hotel. Your guide will meet you at the
hotel and introduce you to the city’s
highlights – a good basis for starting your own
explorations. Although the public transport
(used on today’s excursion) is similar to
Moscow’s, there are a few quirks that your
guide will show you. After lunchtime you’re on
your own to explore further. No Meals.
Day 3 - Around St. Petersburg
Free day for you to pack in the best of the rest!
Perhaps you have pre-booked one of our city
based excursions for today. Some of our top
suggestions (please check opening times/days
before setting off) The Hermitage Collection –
Winter Palace. The canals and waterways of
the “Northern Venice”. The Russian Museum
of Fine Art. The Peter & Paul Fortress-and the
Tombs of the Tsars inside the Fortress
Cathedral. The Church on the Spilt Blood,
near the Souvenir Bazaar. Breakfast.
Day 4 - Depart St. Petersburg
Check out of your room by 12 noon. Own
transfer on departure. Breakfast.
Included in the trip:
Transfer on arrival. Two nights accommodation at the hotel of your choice including breakfast. Three hour personalised walking tour of the city, with local expert. 2-Class 4-berth sleeper train to St. Petersburg. (Option to upgrade to, 2-berth Sleeper, see spicing it up) NB: No restaurant car or breakfast on this short overnight journey.
DUE TO THE EVER GROWING POPULARITY OF ST.PETERSBURG. WE REQUIRE YOU TO MAKE TWO HOTEL CHOICES.
THESE PROGRAMMES ARE ONLY AVAILABLE TO CLIENTS WHO ARE BOOKING TRANS-SIBERIAN JOURNEYS WITH US.
