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Ideal for:
Key Stage 4, Key Stage 5
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Stay in both the city of Moscow and St Petersburg. Top Tip:
Why not see the opera or ballet or even go to an Ice Hockey or Football match?
Stay in both the city of Moscow and St Petersburg. Top Tip:
Why not see the opera or ballet or even go to an Ice Hockey or Football match?
School & College Tours to Moscow & St Petersburg
Russia has emerged from its Soviet Union and has transformed itself into one of the most exciting destinations in the world. A country of epic proportion and outstanding beauty, Russia will offer school groups an incredible experience. Enjoy a guided tour of Moscow’s greatest sites such as the city’s legendary Red Square and Kremlin to name but a few. You will also stay in the fascinating city of St Petersburg, a city founded by Peter the Great. Standing proudly on the banks of the tranquil River Neva, St Petersburg is reputed to be one of the most beautiful cities in the world and well worth a school educational visit.
Top 5 Moscow & St Petersburg Excursions
- Metro tour - Have an incredible tour of Moscow's underground architecturally rich metro stations.
- Kremlin - The heart of Moscow and of the Russian State itself, the Kremlin (literally meaning ‘fortified town’) is a walled fortress dating back to the city’s founding in 1147 The red-brick walls and towers enclose a number of churches and palaces and, once past the soviet-era Palace of Congresses, the visitor will find a pleasing ensemble around the main square.
- St Petersburg/Moscow city tours - Get an insight into Russia's historical heritage with a guided tour to its two main cities.
- The Hermitage - Catherine the Great’s magnificent collection of 2.7 million works of art. The collection includes items by Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael, Roden, Rembrandt and Rubens
- Opera/ Ballet - Enjoy an evening of fantastic Russian Opera or Ballet.
