ST. PETERSBURG - 3 DAY SHORE EXCURSION

Staying in port for three days? Visit both Moscow and St. Petersburg in one shot!

Two very different yet profoundly Russian capitals

  • Each city is distinctly unique and offers its own blend of historic monuments and present-day life
  • By visiting St. Petersburg's royal palaces and Moscow's stately Kremlin with the world-famous Red Square you will get a Russia experience like no other

Travel in comfort

  • A luxury private tour of Moscow awaits you complete with your own tour guide, private transfers in both cities and VIP entry to all sights
  • Moscow is just a short train ride away from your cruise ship and these days you can travel very comfortably between both cities
  • We will even provide our representative who will travel together with you to ensure your Moscow adventure goes according to plan!

Use your time in Russia wisely

  • Visiting Moscow and St. Petersburg on a single trip is a great way to enhance your once-in-a-lifetime visit to Russia
  • Save money on two separate trips and see way more that your fellow cruisers ever will!
spend two days in St. Petersburg and one day in Moscow

The Grand Slalom / Charged

3-DAY ENTHUSIAST TOUR OF ST. PETERSBURG WITH RUSSIAN MUSEUM

This is our most comprehensive tour featuring a trove of historical, architectural and artistic delights to please a most demanding Russia aficionado. You will be provided front of the line access to world-famous art collections, royal palaces, eye-dazzling cathedrals and experience first-hand local everyday life. A visit to the Russian Museum will be a special treat for Kandinsky, Malevich and Shagal lovers. A fast-paced tour for the active crowd.

Tour details

  • Vigorous activity tour | 25.5 hours of expertly guided tours on three days
  • Available only as a private tour (with no size limitation for pre-existing groups)
  • No tourist visa required

Price

  • Private tour rates depend on the number of guests in your tour group (see table below)

Important notices

  • Tour starting and ending times will reflect your cruise ship's schedule. You will not miss your ship's departure!
  • Actual sequence of venues may vary based on traffic conditions and/or overcrowding at certain venues.
  • Actual entry times may vary from the sample times listed below. Each museum sets their own entry times to avoid waiting in lines.

Day one / 9 Hours

  • Shown below is a sample itinerary only. We can design a different program if you prefer.
9:00
Meeting near your ship - Direct pier pickup
9:00 – 11:00
St. Petersburg City Highlights Tour, Grand Choral Synagogue (upon request)
11:00 – 12:15
Peter and Paul Fortress & Cathedral (inside tour)
12:30 – 13:15
St. Isaac's Cathedral (inside tour)
13:30 – 14:00
Lunch break
14:15 – 16:15
The Russian Museum (inside tour), Arts Square (walking tour)
16:30 – 17:15
Church on Spilled Blood (inside tour)
18:00
Return to cruise ship with your guide & driver
CHOOSE EXTRAS / EVENING TOURS to enhance your stay ashore

Day two / 8 1⁄2 Hours

9:00
Meeting near your ship - Direct pier pickup
9:00 – 10:00
Private transfer to Pushkin (Tsarskoe Selo)
10:00 – 11:45
Catherine's Palace & the Amber Room (inside tour), Catherine's Park (walking tour)
11:45 – 12:45
Private transfer to Peterhof
12:45 – 13:15
Lunch break
13:15 – 13:45
Church of Peter and Paul (inside visit)
13:45 – 15:00
Peterhof Fountain Park and Upper Gardens (walking tour), Grand Palace of Peterhof and Grand Cascade (outside narrative and photo opportunity)
15:00 – 16:00
Your choice of Small Palace in Peterhof (inside tour)
1) Monplaisir Palace,
2) Catherine's Block, or
3) Catherine's Bath House
16:00 – 17:30
Private transfer to St. Petersburg with Subway Tour
17:30
Return to cruise ship with your guide & driver
CHOOSE EXTRAS / EVENING TOURS to enhance your stay ashore

Day three / 8 Hours

8:00
Meeting near your ship - Direct pier pickup
8:00 – 10:00
St. Petersburg City Highlights Tour (cont'd)
10:00 – 13:00
SPECIAL EARLY ENTRANCE to The Hermitage Museum (inside tour), Hermitage Gold Rooms (optional)
13:00 – 13:30
Lunch time
14:00 – 15:30
The Faberge Museum tour with audio-guide
16:00
Return to cruise ship with your guide & driver

us$ rates per person

Group size:
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
10
12
12+
Max group size:
Private tour:
$699
$549
$459
$419
$389
$359
$349
$319
$299
Contact us for pricing
you decide
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Prices Include

Professional licensed English-speaking tour guide (other languages available upon request) Professional and courteous driver Premium smoke-free & air-conditioned Western vehicle for added safety Tickets to all museums - no waiting in lines Head-phones for groups larger than 10 guests Photo permits inside museums Pier access charges for pick-up / drop-off near the ship Official tour tickets - visas not required All local taxes

Prices Do Not Include

Optional Activities Meals

Age Group Pricing

Pre-school (up to 6 years) - free of charge Children (7+ years) / Students (ISIC card required) - $25 off
Adults / Seniors - full rate
NO FEES for credit card payments - what you see is what you pay

"We had a wonderful time in St Petersburg, so many beautiful sights. It was especially nice to be able to do what we wanted, when we wanted. To be able to say "Go here", "Go there", "Stay longer or shorter", and not worry about a bus load of 25 or 50. When I hear of anyone planning a trip to Russia I will be happy to recommend your company."

Michael Weigand, USA

"We were a group of four who chose the 3 Day Grand Slalom, and it was perfection. Our tour guide was/is a total superstar - outrageously knowledgeable she was able to answer our incredibly arcane questions with amazing specificity. The itinerary was also great - perfect blend of sights, art, history, churches, real life. We were VERY satisfied customers!"

Jeff Blumenkrantz, USA

"Thank you for your support from start to finish. Everything went as planned, the tour was exactly what we asked for, the guide was excellent and the driver as well, we had a lot of fun together driving around! With best wishes!

Valerie Gray, France

"We had a terrific tour with your company. We enjoyed the comfort of the van and were very happy with Irene. She was very patient and informative. The driver met our expectations too. I will certainly recommend your company to friends and colleagues. We heard some horror stories from other passenger about their tours from the cruise ship and were so glad we decided to take your private tour. MERCI BEAUCOUP!"

Theresa and Roger Colley, Canada

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