Stockholm – The Gateway to Russia

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Detailed Trip Description

This journey includes stunning Stockholm, historic Helsinki and striking St. Petersburg. It is a nice way to see some of the “best” while traveling in a unique and engaging manner.

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Trip Itinerary

Day 1 - On the Plane

 
Commercial Flights

Overnight flight from U.S. gateway city.


Day 2 - Stockholm, Sweden

 
Arrive in Stockholm.
Hotels

Your tour escort will meet you at the hotel during the evening. Sheraton Stockholm, a five star hotel downtown.

Airport Transfers

Transfer included to hotel for an afternoon to refresh and explore!


Day 3 - Stockholm, Sweden

 
Sightseeing

After breakfast meet for a morning 4-hr city tour. Some of the famous sites you see include the Royal Palace, Parliament, Royal Theatre and the Cathedral. A visit will be made to charming Gamla Stan (Old Town), where cobblestone streets are filled with numerous shops. Today’s highlight is City Hall, home to the Nobel Peace Prize.

Relaxation

You have lunch at the hotel before an afternoon free to delve more into this fabulous city.

Hotels

Accommodations: Sheraton Stockholm, B, L


Day 4 - Helsinki, Finland

 
Stockholm – Helsinki.
Ferries

Enjoy a morning free to pick up any last minutes gifts before embarking on your overnight ferry to Helsinki. (Pick up hotel – transfer to the dock for a 5 pm departure) The sailing is fantastic along the picturesque archipelago and its many islands. Dinner is on board with endless options for entertainment!
*It is recommended to bring an overnight bag on the ship and store your suitcase underneath. Accommodations: Outside cabin on Silja Line, B, D


Day 5 - Helsinki, Finland

 
Sightseeing

Awake and have breakfast as you sail into Helsinki. Upon arrival take a panoramic 3-hr city tour to see the best of Helsinki including Senate Square, Uspenski Cathedral, Parliament House, Finlandia Hall, Sibelius Park & Monument and Underground Temple. Take the afternoon to further venture into this exciting city on your own.

Hotels

Dinner is at the hotel. Accommodations: Radisson SAS Royal, one of Helsinki’s finest, B, D


Day 6 - St. Petersburg, Russia

 
Helsinki – St. Petersburg.
Trains

Rise for an early departure at 7:42 am on the Sibelius train to St. Petersburg.

Sightseeing

After a boxed lunch on the train, take a coach to visit Peter & Paul Fortress- burial place of the Russian czars, and St. Issac’s Cathedral.

Food and Dining

Tonight’s Welcome dinner includes a special “taste” of Russian culture.

Hotels

Accommodations: Ambassador Hotel, a unique historic gem, B, L, D


Day 7 - St. Petersburg, Russia

 
Sightseeing

Today’s journey includes a 3-hr panoramic city tour with awe-inspiring venues, palaces and outstanding architectural beauty. Lunch will be at the renowned Hermitage museum with a tour following to the see the famous art works and State rooms of the Winter Palace.

Hotels

Return for dinner at the hotel. Accommodations: Ambassador Hotel, B, L, D


Day 8 - St. Petersburg, Russia

 
Sightseeing

After breakfast meet for a 9:00 am departure by hydrofoil to the homes of the Tzars and Tour of the Park including Monpaisir, Bath House and Grand Cascades. Lunch will be at the Restaurant Adamant followed by a guided cruise along the rivers and canals of St. Petersburg.

Performing Arts

The evening includes a wonderful Russian Folklore show at the Nikolaevsky Palace.

Food and Dining

Dinner is included at the Backstage Restaurant of the Mariinsky Theatre.

Hotels

Accommodations: Ambassador Hotel, B, L, D


Day 9 - St. Petersburg, Russia

 
St. Petersburg – USA.
Airport Transfers

Savor your final breakfast before your return train to Helsinki or flight to the U.S. Or let us help you craft a pre or post tour!


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