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Peter the Great Sightseeing Tour (5 hours)

The Tour gives you the opportunity to discover Peter the Great's outstanding ideas realized in foundation of the Great Russian Empire with the capital now considered to be one of the most beautiful city in the world.

The Tour gives you the opportunity to discover Peter the Great's outstanding ideas realized in foundation of the Great Russian Empire with the capital now considered to be one of the most beautiful city in the world.

Explore more about the most famous Emperor of Russia, about his deeds, the places connected with his life and activities!

Visit Peter the Great first House built on the marshy territories of the newborn city and Summer Palace with his original personal belongings.

Pay a call to Peter and Paul Fortress from which Saint-Petersburg had originated and where almost all Romanovs - dynasty started by Peter the Great - were buried.

Enjoy the best known monument to Peter the Great, "Bronze Horseman", one of the main symbols of Saint-Petersburg.

Discover the first museum in Russia - Kunstkamera or Chamber of Curiosities created by Peter the Great and the first stone building of Saint-Petersburg, the Palace of Menshikov, who was the first governor-general of Saint-Petersburg. This tour offers the buffet lunch in the cozy court yard of the former Count Stroganov Palace.

Type: Private Tour
Duration: 5 hours
Departure time: 10:00 AM

Important info

Price includes
  • Hotel pick-up. Drop-off is available upon request but will incur a supplementary charge.
  • Transportation by car or mini van.
  • Assistance of an English-speaking local guide (German, French, Italian, Spanish upon request).
  • Entrance fees
  • Restaurant lunch.
Departure and Return
  • Departure Dates: daily; except Mon, Thur, New Years Eve & New Years Day.
  • Departure time and location: 10:00 am; your hotel
  • Return time and location: approximately 3:00 pm; city centre

Sights included in program

Saint Petersburg : Peter and Paul Fortress
Located on the banks of the beautiful Neva River, the towering Peter and Paul Fortress dominates the skyline of St Petersburg. Built in 18th century, this amazing fortress is a must-see attraction for anyone interested in the city's rich history. The oldest building in St Petersburg, the grandiose Peter and Paul Fortress is the perfect destination for culture seekers and history buffs. Planned by Peter the Great as a defense against possible atta... Read more
The most famous statue of Peter the Great was immortalised as the Bronze Horseman in the epic poem by Alexander Pushkin. With his horse (representing Russia) rearing above the snake of treason, Peter's enormous statue was sculpted over 12 years for Catherine the Great by Frenchman Etienne Falconet. Its inscription reads 'To Peter I from Catherine II – 1782'. The Bronze Horseman, an impressive monument to the founder of St Petersburg, Peter ... Read more
Saint Petersburg : Menshikov Palace
The palace of Prince Menshikov was the first large stone building erected in St. Petersburg, and is also the only private city structure to have survived from the beginning of the 18th century. As part of the State Hermitage, it is now used to display some of the museum's vast collection of European and Russian applied art from the early 18th century, as well as contemporaneous sculptures and paintings, all of which blend harmoniou... Read more
The city of Saint Petersburg is one of the most breathtakingly beautiful places on earth, and virtually any building in the large historic center, threaded with canals dotted with baroque bridges, can be considered an attraction—and indeed, it is a UNESCO World Heritage site. This is a magical city, with a long list of major attractions. Its Hermitage Museum, housed in the Winter Palace of the Romanov Dynasty, is both one of the world's gr... Read more

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Our flexible payment options allow you to pay 20% of a deposit first and the remaining 80% in 14 days prior to your tour date - payment can be done both online or over the phone. This gives you the peace of mind knowing your spaces are booked on the tours and that you do not miss out on making the most of your time in Russia.

Also you get 7% discount and get the best, top-rated and most experienced and knowledgeable hand-picked tour guide appointed on a priority basis.
In our experience, exceptional travel experiences are almost always delivered by exceptional people. With that in mind, we utilize a comprehensive approach to select and employ the best tour guides only. Multilingual and well travelled, each possesses deep insight into the diverse attractions and cultural patterns throughout the region. With us guides undergo a rigorous selection process, achieving outstanding knowledge of local culture and language. Rest assured that the best tour guides only will be working on the tours to give you excellent opportunity to explore the best of the sights during both short and long-term stay in Russia.

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