- Tour to Travel to Murmansk by train Imperial Russia. New Year and the Northern Lights

Tourist program:

1 day	Welcome to Moscow! Today, you can relax in your hotel room or take a walk around the city to immerse yourself in the atmosphere of festive Moscow.
2 day	After breakfast, we invite you to explore the main sights of the Russian capital. You will enjoy a fascinating tour of the former residence of the Russian tsars, the Moscow Kremlin. You will see the famous Tsar Cannon, Tsar Bell and Cathedral Square with its magnificent temples. In the evening hours, do not miss the opportunity to take unforgettable photos of Red Square in the New Year decorations. After dinner at one of the restaurants in the city, you will return to the hotel.
3 day	Today you will visit the Kolomenskoye estate with its amazing wooden palace, which was once the summer residence of the grand dukes and Russian tsars. You will get acquainted with the rich architectural heritage created by the best Russian architects. We invite you to take part in the winter outdoor entertainment, and then let us treat you to hot tea with pancakes. You will return to the center of the capital to walk along the Arbat. This is another opportunity to plunge into the atmosphere of the holiday, before you go on an exciting journey on the train "Imperial Russia". Here you can visit the souvenir shops and buy souvenirs. Tonight, your Imperial Russia train departs in search of the Northern Lights.
4 day	St. Petersburg, often called the Northern Capital of Russia, is rich in historical monuments, wonderful palaces and beautiful bridges. After breakfast, you will go to the Peter and Paul Fortress, from which the construction of this amazing city began. You will also visit the Peter and Paul Cathedral, which is the tomb of the members of the royal family. St. Isaac's Cathedral, one of the tallest domed buildings in the world, is not just an architectural masterpiece, it is a celebration of the engineering thought of the XIX century. After lunch, you will go to the former Tsarskoe Selo, where you will visit the Catherine Palace with the world-famous Amber Room. In the evening, we offer you to walk along the colorful boulevards, look at the Christmas market of the city or just relax in one of the many cafes. After dinner, accompanied by gypsy songs, you will see the night St. Petersburg with festive illumination.
5 day	This morning your train arrives in Petrozavodsk, the capital of the Republic of Karelia. The local peoples-Karelians and Veps-have preserved their unique culture and traditions. You will have the opportunity to get acquainted with them in the village of Kinerma, an ancient Karelian settlement of the XVI century. A local family will tell you about the village and invite you to a traditional Karelian lunch. Later, you will return to Petrozavodsk, a city frozen in Soviet times, and enjoy a trip to the art museum. Dinner today is waiting for you in the restaurant of the train "Imperial Russia".
6 day	Moving north in the direction of Murmansk, your train crosses the Arctic Circle. This morning, you can relax in your cozy compartment and enjoy the picturesque scenery of the Khibiny Mountains. Upon arrival in Murmansk, the northernmost point of your trip, you will be transferred to a hotel. This city began as a tiny settlement and trading post in the Arctic. Thanks to the influence of the warm current of the Gulf Stream, the port of the city does not freeze all year round. During the sightseeing tour you will see the nuclear icebreaker "Lenin" and the monuments of the Second World War. In the evening before the New Year celebration, you can relax in your room or explore the city center, where your hotel is located. Shortly before midnight, we invite you to a festive dinner with a colorful show program in a beautifully decorated restaurant in the city.
7 day	On the first day of the New Year, let yourself get some sleep and enjoy a late breakfast in the hotel restaurant. Today you will visit the village of Lovozero, the center of the cultural life of the Sami, the indigenous inhabitants of the Kola Peninsula. Here you will meet the Sami Santa Claus, who will invite you to lunch, and the Sami will tell you about life in the tundra, reindeer husbandry and hunting. Take a walk through the village to photograph the winter landscapes of the Arctic winter, or take a ride on a reindeer sled! In the evening, you will return to Murmansk.
8 day	Once again, we welcome you on board the Imperial Russia train, which departs for Vologda today. We will spend the next day on board the train. You can relax in your compartment, discuss your impressions with fellow travelers over a cup of hot tea in anticipation of the next stop. We invite you to attend one of the interesting lectures or participate in the entertainment program.
9 day	Before lunch, your train arrives in Vologda. Being the same age as the capital, this city is rich in historical events and cultural monuments. Russian Tsar Ivan the Terrible, strolled through the Kremlin Square, located in the center of the city. Emperor Peter the Great often visited Vologda region. Among Russians, this city is well known for its exquisite lace. Take a walk around the Kremlin and listen to the history of this city, which has preserved wooden houses with carved architraves that are very similar to the famous lace. We invite you to take part in a master class on painting gingerbread, which will become a delicious souvenir from this city. In the evening, your train will go to Moscow, where your exciting journey began.
10 day	In the morning, you arrive in Moscow. Before leaving for the airport, you have the opportunity to take a short walk around the city. Have a nice trip!

Tour date:

December 26, 2021

Cost of tour:

	Per person in a double compartment	Extra charge for a single room placement
VIP	7150 €	4700 €
Business Class	6800 €	4500 €
First class plus	5650 €	3900 €
First class	4750 €	3350 €

Prepayment amount:

for one seat in a VIP compartment-1500 €, including VAT;

for one seat in a business class compartment-1500 €, including VAT;

for one seat in a first class compartment plus-900 €, including VAT;

for one seat in a first class compartment — 900 €, including VAT.

The price of the tour includes:

meeting at the Moscow airport, transfers to hotels and railway stations, departure to the Moscow airport;
hotel receptionists and porters at railway stations;
2 nights in a hotel in Moscow 5* and 2 nights in a hotel in Murmansk 4*;
accommodation on board the train "Imperial Russia" (towels, bathrobes and slippers are provided; water, tea, coffee);
full board according to the tour program (except for the first and last day);
guided tours in Russian, English, German, Spanish and French, accompanied by local guides, according to the tour program (in other languages-on request);
train support by a qualified doctor, as well as English-speaking tour managers and a tour leader;
cultural and entertainment program on board the train (board games, books, live music, travel information).

Additional charge:

flights (international and domestic);
the cost of an entry visa*;
drinks ordered separately;
additional excursions (in each city along the route of the trip and other cities of Russia);
meals on the day of arrival and departure;
personal expenses and tips;
insurance policy**;
vaccination***.
* The Company is not responsible for passengers who have incorrectly issued or expired visas.

** Each passenger is required to purchase a health insurance policy for the entire duration of the tour.

*** We recommend that you consult your doctor or medical center about the need for vaccination.

VIP carriage

The carriage consists of five compartments with two sleeping places. Each compartment is equipped with an armchair, a table, an LCD TV, a built-in wardrobe for clothes and luggage, individual air conditioning, a washbasin, a shower and a toilet. The lower seat is transformed into a sofa, and the upper reclines.

Business Class carriage

The carriage consists of six compartments with two sleeping places. Each compartment is equipped with an armchair, a table, an LCD TV, a built-in wardrobe for clothes and luggage, individual air conditioning, a washbasin, a shower and a toilet. The lower seat is transformed into a sofa, and the upper reclines.

First Class Plus carriage

The carriage consists of eight compartments with two sleeping places. Each compartment has a table, an armchair, an LCD TV and a built-in wardrobe. A shower and washbasin are located between each two compartments, and in the ninth there is a luggage room. The car is equipped with a general air conditioning system.

First class carriage

The car consists of eight compartments with two sleeping places. Each compartment has an LCD TV. In the ninth compartment there is a shower and a washbasin. Toilets are located at the beginning and end of the car. The car is equipped with a general air conditioning system.

Restaurant carriage

All dining carriages intended for inclusion in long - distance trains are equipped with dining rooms, a kitchen, an audio and video broadcasting system and inter-car communication, and an air conditioning system. The interiors of the dining cars are made of environmentally friendly and fireproof materials.

Bar carriage

The bar carriage is a unique carriage with a music lounge, divided into two functional areas — a lounge area with comfortable upholstered chairs and a restaurant area with a dance floor, where a piano is installed. The bar car is ideal for holding receptions, themed evenings, and festive events.

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