Flex Moscow Tour - With THY - During the New Year Period

Tour details

Day 1              ISTANBUL – MOSCOW

We meet at Istanbul Airport, international departure terminal, three hours before the flight. After luggage check-in, ticketing, and boarding procedures, our flight to Moscow departs with Turkish Airlines scheduled service. Upon arrival in Moscow, the capital of modern Russia, we will proceed with our city tour. The historical center, which has witnessed political and social upheavals—Red Square; the colorful, onion-domed St. Basil’s Cathedral; the Kremlin Palace; Bolshoi Theatre; Tverskaya Street; Gorky Park; Novodevichy Monastery; Swan Lake; Luzhniki Stadium; Sparrow Hills; and Moscow University are among the sights to see from a panoramic view. Then transfer to the hotel. Check-in at our hotel.

 

Day 2              MOSCOW

After breakfast at the hotel, guests who wish can join an extra tour to explore Moscow Metro, Arbat Street, Nizami-Kahmet Cemetery and the Kremlin (EUR 125). During the metro tour, you will visit stations decorated with artworks, motifs, and mosaics that rival art galleries, sample the finest of Russian and international cuisines at stylish cafes reminiscent of Paris, and observe the lively local life. The Moscow Metro, initiated by Stalin in 1931, is considered the most beautiful in the world in terms of interior design and decoration, despite its size comparable to New York, Paris, or London metros. The Arbat Street, which runs through the heart of Moscow, is a pedestrian-only street, popular among both locals and visitors. You can explore its colorful shop windows, taste delicious dishes from Russian and global cuisines. Afterwards, we will visit the grave of the great poet Nazim Hikmet. Enjoy some free time for lunch, then start our Kremlin tour. Built in the 12th century, the Moscow Kremlin is also a symbol of Russia. During the tour, you will see nine churches within the palace gardens, the Bell Tower with 156 bells, the Tsar Bell weighing 201,924 kg made of over two tons of silver and 25 kg of gold, the 15-ton cannon from 1586 that was never fired, and artillery shells weighing one ton. After the tour, transfer back to the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.

 

Day 3            MOSCOW

After breakfast at the hotel, guests who wish can join an extra tour to Husky Park for sled riding (EUR 150). After approximately an hour's journey from Moscow, we will arrive at the Husky Park, where we will spend time with these adorable companions, who hold a significant place in Russian culture. Huskies, resembling wolves, are among the friendliest dog breeds. They never harm humans, do not bite or show aggression, and are not suitable as guard dogs. However, sledding with huskies is an unparalleled and joyful experience for both people and dogs. Huskies love to run, and this physical activity is also beneficial for their health. A typical sled team consists of five or six dogs led by an experienced leader dog. We will participate in this marvelous experience—playing with, feeding the huskies, and going on a sled tour led by them. After the activity, transfer back to our hotel in Moscow. Hotel stay.

 

Day 4              MOSCOW – ISTANBUL

After breakfast at the hotel, pack your bags and vacate the rooms at the time specified by our guide. Guests who wish can join an extra tour with Radisson Cruise on the Moscow River (EUR 85). During this tour, which begins in the early afternoon, you will enjoy views of Moscow’s magnificent historical buildings from a different perspective illuminated at night. Then transfer to the airport. Fly back to Istanbul with Turkish Airlines scheduled service. Upon arrival at Istanbul Airport, our tour and services conclude.

What's included
- Turkish Airlines scheduled flights with outbound from Istanbul (IST) to Moscow (VKO), return from Saint Petersburg (LED) to Istanbul (IST), economy class flight ticket - Airport taxes - 5-night bed and breakfast accommodation in 4-star hotels - Airport – hotel – airport transfers - Economy class train ticket between Moscow and Saint Petersburg - All city transfers with our private buses - Moscow City Tour - Saint Petersburg City Tour - Professional Turkish-speaking guide and assistant services - TURSAB professional liability insurance
Not included
• Visa application fee and service charge (120 Euro) • Travel health insurance • Lunch and dinner not specified in the program • All personal expenses and hotel extras • Outbound exit fee • Extra tours and entrance fees to museums and archaeological sites • Driver tips 10 Euro per person (optional)
Need to Know
ADVANTAGED EXTRA TOURS 360 Euro 335 Euro 0-2 years free, 3-10 years 50% discount. Moscow Metro & Arbat Street & Nâzım Hikmet Cemetery & Kremlin (125 Euro), Husky Park Sledge Tour (150 Euro), Radisson Cruise Moscow River Tour (85 Euro) -- ACCOMMODATION AND FLIGHT NOTES o Hotel check-in hours are between 14:00 – 16:00 / Check-out hours are between 09:00 – 10:00. o Departure and arrival times are local times. o Flights marked with an * arrive at the destination on the calendar day following the departure date. o Prices are not valid for group bookings; please inquire about our special prices. o Russian consulates accept visa procedures by appointment system. Visa procedures can be performed through Russian consulates. Additionally, tourist visa applications for Russia to the Blank Passport can be made electronically at https://electronic-visa.kdmid.ru/index_en.html. Required documents include passport scan, biometric photo, and Russia information form. -- TK413 IST-VKO 08:25-12:25 TK416 VKO-IST 20:10-00:20* -- IMPORTANT NOTES: • Our tour program is organized with a minimum participation requirement. If sufficient participation is not achieved, the tour may be canceled 30 days prior to departure. The canceled tour will be notified to you. • In cases where only category information is provided without specific hotel names or options available for the same destination, hotels will be notified by our agency at least 48 hours before the travel departure. • This price list and program are valid until a new price list is issued and supersede the previous one entirely. • All package prices are limited to minimum 10 participants; exceeding participant numbers may result in price increases for your group. Please inquire for price information. • For regular passports, if the passport issue date is more than 10 years ago, and for other passport types more than 5 years, our liability is limited due to potential issues with scripts or services. All international border crossings require arrival at the port at least 3 hours before the tour departure time. Guests arriving from other cities via domestic flight to the port or airport should adjust their flight times accordingly. Responsibility for being late or missing the tour due to these reasons lies with the passenger, and our agency is not liable for compensation. It is recommended that passengers complete check-in and seat selection via the airline's website at least 24 hours before the tour departure. • Our agency acts as an intermediary between passengers and airlines and is subject to the Hague Protocol of 28.09.1955. Flight times may change prior to departure. All flights should be reconfirmed by passengers at least 48 hours before the tour starts. Passengers accept that flight details may change and purchase the tour with this understanding. • Triple rooms are available depending on hotel availability; in such rooms, the third bed is smaller than standard beds. Triple rooms consist of 1 large bed and 1 additional bed. Additional beds are folding or sofa beds; participants in triple or child reservations accept potential discomfort and bed type limitations. Child discounts apply only to one child of suitable age sharing with 2 adults in the same room. Due to limited TWIN (double) rooms, please check availability before reservation. • Minors under 18 must have at least one parent or guardian present for the tour; necessary consent forms must be kept with travelers throughout the journey. • Panoramic city tours, which are 2-3 hours long and do not include museum or historical site entrances, may be scheduled on different days without changing the content. Extra tours are organized with a minimum number of participants determined by the tour leader; if the minimum is not met, additional charges may apply, and dates can be shifted by the tour leader according to the schedule. Weather may influence the tours; tours may not be conducted if local authorities do not permit visits or excursions. The agency is not responsible for such cancellations. • Travelers must carry health reports, pregnancy notes, and medications they are using throughout the trip. • Tour details, airport representatives, tour leaders, and hotel information will be shared 48 hours prior to departure. • Passports are official documents and may be refused entry if damaged, stained, or torn. In such cases, responsibility lies with the passenger. • Visa requirements apply for Turkish citizens for this tour. A valid passport with at least 6 months of validity from the end date, and documents requested by the consulate are required. The passport control authority may still refuse entry despite a valid visa. Such instances are the sole responsibility of the passenger. • For exit from Turkish borders, all passports, including foreign ones, must have at least 6 months of validity from the travel date. Passports with less than 6 months are not approved by our agency. Passengers with such passports cannot participate, and our agency bears no liability. • Guests who do not participate in the activities specified as included in the program are not entitled to any refund.