Day 1           ISTANBUL – ST. PETERSBURG

Meet at Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport International Terminal 3 hours before the flight. After luggage, ticket, and passport procedures, we depart for St. Petersburg with the scheduled flight of Pegasus Airlines. Arrival at St. Petersburg, known as the Venice of the North and the Imperial Capital. Meet and enjoy a panoramic city tour of St. Petersburg in our private bus. Our tour will include sights such as the Pushkin Monument, Gostiny Dvor, the Aurora Ship, the Beloselski-Belozersk Palace, the Admiralty Building, and Moscow Avenue. After the city tour, transfer to our hotel and free time for rest. Guests who wish can join the optional Russian Dinner Night with Show Program organized by our guide (140€ per person). Accommodation at our hotel.

Day 2                 ST.  PETERSBURG

After breakfast, free time. Guests who wish can join the optional St. Petersburg Combined Tour [Hermitage (entrance included) & St. Isaac’s Cathedral & Kazan Cathedral & Palace Square & the Church on Spilled Blood] organized by our guide (105€ per person). Our first stop is the Hermitage Museum, considered the most important site in St. Petersburg and one of the largest museums in the world, containing over 3 million artworks from Antiquity, Western Europe, the Middle East, and many more. The museum's history dates back to 1764 when Empress Catherine the Great bought a massive collection of Western European artworks. During the tour, you will visit the historic rooms where the museum's highlights are displayed. We will also visit the Church on Spilled Blood and Kazan Cathedral, taking a journey through history. You can enjoy a guided walk on Palace Square and Nevsky Avenue. After the tour, return to the hotel. In the evening, you can inquire with our guide about alternatives like concerts, events, or restaurants. Accommodation at our hotel.

Day 3                 ST.  PETERSBURG

After breakfast, free time. Guests who wish can participate in the optional Pushkin Town Tour organized by our guide (75€ per person). This famous town, where the Tsarist nobility met with the Tsar family, is also where the poet Pushkin attended school. Our tour continues with a panoramic visit to the Catherine Palace, a magnificent Baroque structure built in 1717, which has undergone several transformations since its original design. Known as the summer palace of Empress Elizabeth and Catherine the Great in the late 18th century, the palace is now one of the most important historical structures in Russian architecture. After exploring the town, we return to St. Petersburg, free time. Guests can also opt for the New Holland Island Tour organized by our guide (55€ per person). Established for the Russian Navy in the 18th century, New Holland is now a popular cultural and living island in St. Petersburg, blending historical fabric with modern art, design, cafes, and restaurants. The island boasts an active atmosphere in summer with open-air concerts, art exhibitions, festivals, and events. In winter, it transforms into a magical environment with a giant ice rink, skiing, and winter activities. During our tour, we'll explore this creative island, enjoy a pleasant walk, and during free time, those who wish can spend time in cafes and enjoy the events. After the free time provided by our guide, return to the hotel and enjoy free time. In the evening, ask our guide about alternatives like concerts, events, or restaurants. Accommodation at our hotel.

Day 4                 ST. PETERSBURG – MOSCOW

Early in the morning, we transfer to the train station with our special bus along with our breakfast box. Once settled on the train, we depart for Moscow. Upon arrival at the Moscow train station, we commence our panoramic city tour of Moscow with our private bus. During the tour, we will see Tverskaya Street, the Moscow River, Poklonnaya Hill, the famous Bolshoi Theatre, Red Square, and the Kremlin Square. After the tour, transfer to our hotel, room distribution, and free time to rest. Guests who wish can join the optional Luxury Radisson Boat Cruise with Dinner on the Moscow River organized by our guide (150€ per person). You will have the opportunity to enjoy dinner on the luxury boat while watching Moscow illuminated at night. After the tour, return to our hotel with our special bus. Accommodation at our hotel.

Day 5                 MOSCOW

After our breakfast, free time. Guests who wish can participate in the optional Moscow Combined Tour (120€ per person) [Moscow Metro & Arbat Street & Novodevichy (Nazım Hikmet) Cemetery]. Our tour begins with a visit to the Novodevichy Cemetery, where the grave of our famous poet Nazım Hikmet is located. We will also see the graves of important figures in Russian history. Then we will have a metro tour; a practical way to get around the city while also providing a glance into the heart of Russian history and culture. Opened in 1935, the metro has since become one of the largest and busiest metro systems in the world with 268 stations spread across the city. Every day, it serves millions of passengers and is the busiest metro system in Europe. What makes the Moscow Metro truly unique is the architectural beauty of many of its central stations. Riding the metro not only allows you to escape Moscow's famous traffic quickly, but also provides an opportunity to marvel at the architectural heritage of the city as each station tells its own unique history. Our tour continues with Arbat Street; one of the most historically significant and captivating streets in Moscow. Walking along its cobbled streets, you will not only navigate a physical space but also step through the layers of Russian history and culture. The lively atmosphere of the street, which dates back to the 19th century, has long made it a center for artists, writers, and musicians. Charming street cafes, unique shops, and street performers add to its bohemian atmosphere, creating a space where past and present coexist harmoniously. You will also have shopping opportunities on historic Arbat Street. After the tour, enjoy free time. In the afternoon, our first stop is Red Square. The name Red Square historically derives from the Russian word “krasnaya,” which means both "red" and "beautiful." Today, while "krasnaya" is mainly associated with the color red, in ancient times it denoted something beautiful or splendid. Therefore, the name of the square reflects both its striking appearance and its significance as a symbol of Russian heritage. After our walk around Red Square, we will visit the Kremlin; not only the largest active fortress in Europe but also one of the strongest symbols of Russian history and authority. Originally built to protect the citizens of Moscow, the word "Kremlin" means "fortress within the city," making it a fitting description for its majestic walls and strategic location. Over the centuries, as Russia increased its power, the Moscow Kremlin became the center of political, religious, and cultural life in the country. Today, the Kremlin is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and continues to be one of the most iconic symbols of Russia. You will closely feel the rich history of the Kremlin. After the tour, return to our hotel and enjoy free time. Accommodation at our hotel.

Day 6                 MOSCOW– ISTANBUL

After breakfast at the hotel, there will be free time until the time designated by our guide. Guests who wish can join the optional Izmailovo Shopping and Market Tour organized by our guide (40€ per person). During our tour, you will have the chance to experience an antique and souvenir shopping trip in the famous market. After the tour, we will transfer to the airport. After luggage, ticket, and passport procedures, we will depart for Istanbul with the scheduled flight of Pegasus Airlines. Arrival in Istanbul and end of our services.