A guided journey through Russia’s two capitals
New Year in Moscow and St. Petersburg
Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Russia with an unforgettable journey to Moscow and St. Petersburg, the country’s most iconic cities. This guided tour combines festive atmosphere, culture, history, and spectacular celebrations.
Tour overview
This tour allows you to experience the most magical time of the year in Russia with guided sightseeing, organized transfers, and 4-star hotels in central locations. New Year’s Eve is spent in Moscow, surrounded by lights, decorations, and public celebrations.
Travel itinerary
Moscow
Day 1 – Arrival in Moscow
Arrival at Moscow airport, meet & greet, and transfer to your hotel. Free time to explore the city.
Day 2 – Guided city tour of Moscow
Panoramic city tour with an English-speaking guide, including:
Day 3 – December 31: New Year’s Eve in Moscow
Free day or optional excursions (such as Sergiev Posad or Moscow Metro tour).
In the evening, optional New Year’s Eve dinner or public celebrations.
Day 4 – Transfer to St. Petersburg
High-speed Sapsan train journey to St. Petersburg. Arrival and transfer to the hotel.
St. Petersburg
Day 5 – Guided city tour of St. Petersburg
Discover the imperial city with visits to:
Day 6 – Free day
Free time or optional excursions:
Day 7 – Departure
Transfer to the airport and end of the tour.
Day 1 – Arrival in Moscow
Arrival at Moscow airport, meet & greet, and transfer to your hotel. Free time to explore the city.
Day 2 – Guided city tour of Moscow
Panoramic city tour with an English-speaking guide, including:
- Red Square
- Kremlin area (outside)
- Bolshoi Theatre
- Novodevichy Monastery
- Historical and modern highlights of the capital
Day 3 – December 31: New Year’s Eve in Moscow
Free day or optional excursions (such as Sergiev Posad or Moscow Metro tour).
In the evening, optional New Year’s Eve dinner or public celebrations.
Day 4 – Transfer to St. Petersburg
High-speed Sapsan train journey to St. Petersburg. Arrival and transfer to the hotel.
St. Petersburg
Day 5 – Guided city tour of St. Petersburg
Discover the imperial city with visits to:
- The Hermitage Museum
- Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood
- St. Isaac’s Cathedral
- Nevsky Prospect
Day 6 – Free day
Free time or optional excursions:
- Pushkin & Catherine’s Palace
- Peterhof
- Pavlovsk
Day 7 – Departure
Transfer to the airport and end of the tour.
What’s included
- Accommodation in 4★ hotels in Moscow and St. Petersburg
- Airport / hotel / railway station transfers
- High-speed train Moscow – St. Petersburg (2nd class)
- Private English-speaking guide for included tours
- Entrance tickets to major attractions
- Russian tourist visa support
What’s not included
- International flights
- Visa fees and medical insurance
- Meals not mentioned
- Optional excursions
- New Year’s Eve gala dinner
- Tips
Tailor-made options
This tour can be fully customized to match your preferences:
- Extra nights
- Additional excursions
- Other Russian destinations (Golden Ring, Veliky Novgorod, Karelia)
Why choose this tour
- Celebrate New Year in two world-famous cities
- Hassle-free guided experience
- Ideal for couples, friends, and curious travelers
- A perfect blend of culture, history, and festive atmosphere
