Moscow Christmas Tour
Moscow is a unique Christmas holiday destination. With colorful decorations and magic lights, Moscow turns into a winter fairytale. The festive mood is in the air starting from early December.
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Moscow is a unique Christmas holiday destination. With colorful decorations and magic lights, Moscow turns into a winter fairytale. The festive mood is in the air starting from early December.
The weather in December is not easy to predict. While the average temperature is around - 7 °C, it might range from 0 °C to – 20 °C. The best advice is to check the forecast closer to the tour date and bring many layers to adjust to different weather conditions.
Russians celebrate Christmas on January 7. Late December is a perfect time to explore Moscow museums without crowds and take a stroll through the most atmospheric Moscow Christmas fares. The Winter season in Russia offers gorgeous snowy landscapes and fun experiences such as Russian banya, ice skating, dog sledding, or riding the Russian Troika.
Estimated cost:
In the party of 4
388 €
In the party of 2
454 €
In the party of 4
388 €
In the party of 2
454 €
388 €
Tour duration:
4 days/3 nights
Season:
December, January
Destination:
Moscow
Experiences which you will never forget:
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Day 1
Moscow arrival
- Upon arrival in Moscow, you will be met by the driver who will be holding a sign “Bridge to Russia”.
Day 2
Get into Christmas mood
- Meet your guide and driver in the morning in the hotel lobby
- Driving through snow-clad Moscow is a great way to get into the Christmas mood. We will have several stops to see Moscow churches, including the majestic Christ the Saviour Cathedral and Novodevichy Convent, which looks charming in winter. Taking a stroll around the solemn Victory Park, we'll talk about the Second World War history. Other highlights of the tour include the impressive building of Moscow State University and the Sparrow Hills offering one of the city's best panoramic views.
- We'll proceed to explore Moscow's underground wonderland. Moscow metro was designed to surprise the world with palatial interiors, gilded mosaics, sculptures of the Soviet heroes, marble halls illuminated by crystal chandeliers. We will visit at least the five most impressive stations and learn how to navigate the most beautiful subway in the world.
- Enjoy a traditional Russian lunch. What are the top Soviet New Year delicacies? We'll have a chance to try some typical Russian New Year meals with a glass of Soviet champagne. Your guide will reveal the story of the Russian Christmas and New Year traditions.
- After a hearty meal, we'll finish your day with an evening Christmas lights stroll. With colorful decorations and magic lights, Moscow turns into a winter fairytale. Your guide will take you to the most exciting venues of the Journey to the Christmas festival and help you to find the most authentic Russian gifts.
- Finishing your say at the most glittering Christmas fare at Red Square
- Tour duration: 8 hours
- Transportation: Walking, metro, 3-hour driving
Day 3
The wonders of Moscow Kremlin and Red Square
- Wandering through cozy winter streets, you will immerse yourself in the festive Christmas atmosphere of Moscow. We will walk past the legendary Bolshoi theatre and talk about the Russian ballet's glorious history.
- Explore Red Square to discover the colorful Christmas fair with its ice rinks, roundabouts, slides, and yummy Christmas treats. Marvel at most iconic Moscow sights such as The Kremlin, History museum, brightly domed St Basils, and solemn Lenin's mausoleum.
- Zaradje Park is an attraction where Moscow's past and future live side by side. We'll find an ancient Moscow street, walk across the floating bridge and take in a perfect panoramic view of central Moscow.
- Warm up in the elegant department store Gum. Optional coffee break.
- Touring the largest fortress of Europe and Russian power's seat, we'll be amazed by Moscow Kremlin's beauty. We'll visit ancient Kremlin cathedrals that preserved the atmosphere of Russia's medieval past, admire old frescoes and icons, talk about Russian mentality and culture. Other highlights of the tour include massive Tsar cannon and Tsar bell, as well as the main Christmas tree of the country.
- Finishing the tour in the city center
- Tour duration: 4 hours
- Transportation: wakling
Day 4
Departure from Moscow
- Morning at leisure. Our driver will meet you in the hotel lobby and deliver back to the airport.
Accomodation
Moscow
Peter 1 hotel
17 Neglinnaya Street
Inclusions
Private English-speaking guide during the whole trip
Meals
Day 2 - Breakfast, lunch
Day 3 - Breakfast
Day 4 - Breakfast
Day 3 - Breakfast
Day 4 - Breakfast
Accomodation
4* Hotel in Moscow
Transportation
Private car or minivan, transfers to/from airport/train station, 3-4 hour driving tour of Moscow
Activities
Moscow museums entrance fees:
Moscow Kremlin
Moscow metro tour
Moscow Kremlin
Moscow metro tour
Exclusions
Meals: all lunches and dinners
Airfare or train tickets
Medical insurance
Visa
