Though continents remain much the same, borders seem everchanging in these modern times. Russia has been no stranger to such changes, as her long and tempestuous past attests. This is your opportunity to witness the modern Russia and to explore the extraordinary monuments, art, architecture and history of a fascinating culture.

9 day escorted tour

Inclusions:

• 4 nights at the Radisson SAS Royal Hotel in St. Petersburg
• 3 nights at the Moscow Marriott Grand Hotel
• 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 3 dinners

Highlights:

• Sightsee in and around St. Petersburg
• Explore the Winter Palace and (enjoy a special early opening of) the fabulous Hermitage Museum collection
• Enjoy Peterhof and its Grand Palace and gardens
• Visit Catherine's Palace at Pushkin
• Explore Moscow's Red Square and Lenin's tomb
• Enjoy a circus performance in Moscow

Special Features:

• The June 10 and June 17 tours attend a performance of the White Nights Festival, of the Mariinsky Opera and Ballet (the former Kirov)