Russia, Warsaw and the Baltic States

Highlights

Included Sightseeing

Included Dining

Included Private Car UK Transfers

Included Flights

Sheraton Warsaw (SFC)

Sheraton Warsaw Hotel is located in the heart of the city, on the historic Plac Trzech Krzyzy (Three Cross Square), which is close to the Polish Parliament. The hotel boasts two fantastic restaurants.

Radisson Blu Astorija (FC)

Built in 1901, Radisson BLU Astorija is located in the heart of the old town of Vilnius. All major sights are within easy walking distance. The hotel offers an indoor pool, a sauna, and modern conference facilities.

Radisson Blu Riga (FC)

This Riga hotel is located near Cathedral of Christ's Nativity, Freedom Monument and Powder Tower. At Radisson Blu Elizabete Hotel recreational amenities include a health club and a sauna. The hotel also features a restaurant and a bar/lounge.

Radisson Blu Olumpia (FC)

Reval Hotel Olümpia is housed inside on of the most beautiful cities in Estonia, well located in the heart of the business district, this hotel is at close proximity to attractions, museums, restaurants and even bars. The hotel also has a restaurant and a cafe which dishes out delicious cuisines while the cafe is a great place to relax and laze around.

Courtyard Marriott Pushkin (SFC)

Opened in 2010, Courtyard by Marriott St. Petersburg is located in on the banks of Griboedov's Canal, minutes away from the Mariinsky Theatre and Nikolsky Church. Guests can enjoy a choice of Russian or Mediterranean dishes in the Poema Restaurant, or try the hotel's own freshly brewed beer in Bierstube.

Crowne Plaza Moscow (FC)

The Hotel is strategically located in the vicinity of Government House of Russian Federation, a major business district Moscow City and international exhibition complex Expocentre. The Crowne Plaza Moscow hotel has a range of restaurants and bars, offering first-class local and European cuisine.

Polish Folklore Show and Dinner

Tonight we enjoy a Polish Folklore show featuring the best of Poland's folk dancing, while enjoying a traditional dinner or lunch in one of Warsaw's restaurants. Drinks will be included. EURO 51

Polish Dinner

Tonight we can sample traditional Polish food. The orchestra will play for us both Polish and world famous melodies. Drinks are included. EURO 45

Chopin Concert

An afternoon concert performed especially for us in one of Warsaw's Palaces. We will hear the composer's major works and enjoy a glass of champagne during the interval. EURO 42

Vilanov Palaca and Gardens

A guided visit to the 17th century baroque summer residence of the Polish King John III Sobieski. Its collection of royal furniture, portraits and china forms part of the National Museum, and in the palace grounds, there's the museum of the Polish Poster. EURO 31

Moscow by Night

A tour of this bustling city by night with an opportunity to admire the evening magic of the famous Red Square and the Kremlin as well as many other sights. EURO 26

Imperial Splendour

A visit to the treasure chest of the Imperial Russian Family to see their crown jewels, jewel-studded thrones and costumes as well as the famous Faberge Egg collection. EURO 40

Zagorsk

Our excursion takes us to Zagorsk renowned as a center of ancient Russian art and architecture. For centuries it served as the religious capital of Russia and place of pilgrimage for the faithful of the Russian Orthodox creed. Within the old walled city we see the Troitse Sergiyevo Lavra, a working monastery where the Orthodox faith was tolerated by the State and kept alive even during the 'years of atheism'. EURO 47

Historical Panorama

To understand Russia, one needs to understand their history and events of the country's history that remained fixed in the soul of the nation. These are recalled by the awe inspiring memorial park and complex inaugurated for the 50th Anniversary of World War II. This is an emotional tribute to those who fell on the battle fronts of a war that left not one family of this vast nation complete. We continue with our visit to the Borodino Panorama Exhibition which brings to life the decisive events of 1812, accompanied by special sound effects reproducing the battle sounds of the 19th C. At the Novodevichy cemetery we see memorials to such great names as Krushchev, Chekhov, Mayakovsky, Prokoviev, Eisenstein, Gromyko and Raisa Gorbachova. It is a fascinating place with tombs to these heroes ranging from the most modest to sentimental to outlandish. EURO 40

Neva River Cruise

An evening cruise through the centre of Peter the Great's capital. We are offered champagne and vodka and entertainment is provided by singers, musicians and dancers. We also see the sights of this classical city. EURO 42

Yusupov Palace

A chance to visit this beautifully restored baroque palace, the former residence of the Yusupov family and the scene of Rasputin's murder. Here we will tour the palace including the room where the murder took place and hear the fascinating story of this Siberian monk and his influence on the Imperial Family. EURO 44

Catherine's Palace

In the little town of Tsarskoe Selo, now called Pushkin, is the most beautiful palace in all of Russia. It was the favourite palace of Catherine the Great, and our guided tour shows us the restored palace at its most glittering and golden best. EURO 42

Russian Ballet Performance

An opportunity to attend a performance of a Russian ballet at one of St Petersburg's traditional theatres. (Tickets subject to availability & prices vary according to the Ballet Company.) EURO 58-67

Vilnius Folklore Dinner

Experience a traditional Lithuanian meal of local specialties and enjoy a folklore show. Drinks included. EURO 55

KGB Museum Visit

Our guided tour includes the most important part of the museum which is the KGB prison that was established in the autumn of 1940 after Lithuania's occupation by the Soviet Union. Only at the beginning of 1960s, when anti-Soviet resistance was broken, were most of the cells used to house the archives but some were still used for the imprisonment of dissidents and fighters for human rights until the departure of the KGB in August 1991. EURO 28

Baltic Life of Yesteryear

An interesting visit to the national open-air museum outside Tallin. Here buildings from all over rural Estonia have been re-assembled in magnificent surroundings. We are guided through a couple of the farms to get an impression of life in the past. A light lunch is served in the historic restaurant building. Cost includes guide, lunch and entrance fee. EURO 44

Tallinn Evening Tour

An evening tour through the winding streets of Tallinn to one of the top restaurants of Estonia. Traditional Estii food is served in impressive historic surroundings with a glass of wine or beer included. EURO 46