Russia, Warsaw and the Baltic States (201213)
A 15-Day Insight Tours tour starting from $3,650
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| Starting Price: | $3,650 |  |
| Tour Length: | 15 Days | |
| Countries Visited: | Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Russia | |
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Cities Visited: Set out from a resurgent Warsaw for the burgeoning Baltic capitals. Your journey reaches its zenith with three nights in each of Russia’s great imperial cities. Tour Pace: This tour moves at a comfortable pace with two-night stays in Warsaw, Tallinn and Vilnius, plus three-nights in both Moscow and St Petersburg. This allows for in-depth exploration, as well as leisure time to shop, relax or indulge in optional excursions. Hotels: The Radisson Blu brand is synonymous with chic, style and elegance. The three properties in the Baltic States are all conveniently located. The Courtyard Marriott Pushkin claims to be one of the finest hotels in St Petersburg. |
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A Welcome Reception with light meal (WR)Choose from a selection of restaurants on your Tallinn Dine-Around evening (DA)Enjoy an end-of-tour Celelbration Dinner at a Moscow restaurant including wine and good cheer (CD)13 Buffet Breakfasts (BB), and 4 three-course table d’hôte Dinners, or Buffets, plus tea or coffee (D)
INCLUDED FIRST CLASS SERVICES
Escorted by a professional Tour DirectorHeadsets for all guided visits and walking toursEnjoy the unique comfort of Insight’s luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room and on-board restroomOne-way train journey from St Petersburg to MoscowInsight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterageInsight Traveller Welcome packAirport arrival and departure transfers at scheduled times on Day 2 and Day 15 (Should your flights not coincide with these transfers, please make your own way to/from the airport)
Board your overnight flight (not included).
Day 2: WARSAW AT LEISURE
Welcome to Poland! On arrival at Warsaw Airport, your airport transfers depart for the tour hotel at 10:30, 12:30 & 15:30. Relax and settle in before joining your fellow guests and Tour Director for a Welcome Reception with drink and a light meal, followed by time to relax and explore.(Welcome Reception)
Day 3: WARSAW SIGHTSEEING
Your guided tour of the Polish capital reveals just how well the city was restored after almost complete obliteration during World War II - largely due to the amazing detail in Canaletto’s paintings! Pass the ‘wedding cake’ Palace of Culture and stroll through Lazienki Park to the Chopin Memorial. Now some time to reflect at the Memorial of the Heroes of the Warsaw Ghetto. The rest of the day is at leisure.(Buffet Breakfast)
Day 4: WARSAW – VILNIUS
As we depart Warsaw we watch a fascinating film about the reconstruction of the city. Pass lakeside Augustow and Suwalki on a scenic drive through Mazuria, a region richly endowed with a plethora of lakes and vast forests. Cross into Lithuania and continue to the capital city of Vilnius.(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Day 5: VILNIUS SIGHTSEEING
Sightseeing starts in the baroque church of St Peter and St Paul before moving on to see the neo-classical cathedral and joining a local guide for a leisurely walking tour of the Old Town. See the Jesuit University, the Gates of Dawn and the former Soviet KGB headquarters, a reminder of grim and relatively recent events. Finally, enjoy a highlight visit to the island castle of Trakai.(Buffet Breakfast)
Day 6: VILNIUS – SIAULIAI – RIGA
Head north to visit the unusual ‘Votive Hill of Crosses’ near Siauliai, the symbol of resistance against the Soviet occupation. Then it’s on to the Latvian capital of Riga.(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Day 7: RIGA – TALLINN
A tour of Riga’s Old Town includes a visit to the Domkirk and shows you the city walls. See the House of the Three Brothers as well as the Swedish Gate and the castle of the Livonian Knights. Now drive along the shores of the Gulf of Riga and cross the Estonian border to reach Tallinn, hailed by travel aficionados as the ‘New Prague’.(Buffet Breakfast)
Day 8: TALLINN SIGHTSEEING
Drift back through 800 years of history as you amble through the cobbled streets of the Old Town. Visit the market square with its old German Weighing House, Pharmacy and Town Hall. The energetic can walk up Toompea Hill to the castle and Alexander Nevsky Cathedral. Then enjoy some time to browse Tallinn’s shops which are famous for fine amber and silver jewelry. For your dining pleasure this evening, you are invited to choose from a selection of local restaurants.(Buffet Breakfast / Dine Around)
Day 9: TALLINN – NARVA – ST PETERSBURG
Early start today as we head east to the town of Narva, dominated by the mighty Hermannsburg fortress. The river Narva at this point forms the border with Russia, which you cross on your way to St Petersburg, founded by Peter the Great in 1703. Enjoy a champagne dinner in the evening.(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Day 10: ST PETERSBURG SIGHTSEEING
On your sightseeing tour, see the fortress of St Peter and Paul, the gilded dome of St Isaac’s Cathedral, and the cruiser, ‘Aurora’, now a memorial of the Russian Revolution. Travel down St. Petersburg’s main avenue, Nevsky Prospekt, for views of the great Cathedral of Kazan, then cruise along the Baltic shore to Petrodvorets, Peter the Great’s summer residence. Alight to explore the fabulous gardens and cascading fountains. Return to St Petersburg.(Buffet Breakfast)
Day 11: ST PETERSBURG
This morning we tour the Hermitage, one of the world’s greatest museums, housing a superb collection of priceless art. Later there’s time to shop along the bustling Nevsky Prospekt.(Buffet Breakfast)
Day 12: ST PETERSBURG – MOSCOW
A city of incomparable architectural, historic and artistic interest, St Petersburg is all yours this morning to enjoy as you wish. This afternoon, discover the unique adventure of train travel ‘soviet style’ as you head for the capital. Transfer to your hotel for dinner and a leisurely three night stay.(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Day 13: MOSCOW SIGHTSEEING
Moscow is a city which has captivated the imagination of travellers for centuries. A sightseeing tour takes in Red Square, seeing St Basil’s Cathedral and Lenin’s Tomb. Walk inside the walls of the Kremlin Fortress to visit one of the cathedrals before exploring the opulent Metro stations. Then you are at leisure.(Buffet Breakfast)
Day 14: MOSCOW AT LEISURE
A full day has been set aside for you to explore Moscow at your own pace. Perhaps visit the Gum department store or the Kremlin museum to gaze at the treasury of the Tsars. This evening enjoy a Celebration Dinner with your travelling companions.(Buffet Breakfast / Celebration Dinner)
Day 15: RETURN TO USA
Departure transfers will arrive at Moscow’s Sheremetyevo airport at 05.00 and 11.00 and at Moscow’s Domodedevo airport at 05.00 and 13.00.(Buffet Breakfast)
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5/23/2012 - 6/6/2012 |
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6/6/2012 - 6/20/2012 |
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6/13/2012 - 6/27/2012 |
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6/20/2012 - 7/4/2012 |
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6/27/2012 - 7/11/2012 |
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7/4/2012 - 7/18/2012 |
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7/11/2012 - 7/25/2012 |
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7/18/2012 - 8/1/2012 |
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8/1/2012 - 8/15/2012 |
$3,699 |
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8/8/2012 - 8/22/2012 |
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8/15/2012 - 8/29/2012 |
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8/22/2012 - 9/5/2012 |
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Warsaw: See the Palace of Culture, the Chopin Monument in Åazienki Park, visit the Ghetto Memorial and walk through the Old Town to enjoy a film about its reconstruction after WWII.Vilnius: Visit the church of St Peter and St Paul and see the cathedral. Walk with a guide through the Old Town to the Jesuit University, Gates of Dawn and the former Soviet headquarters of the KGB. Visit the restored red-brick Gothic castle of TrakaiSiauliai: Visit the astonishing ‘Votive Hill of Crosses’.Riga: Visit Domkirk and see the city walls, House of the Three Brothers, Swedish Gate and the castle of the Livonian Knights.Tallinn: Stroll the cobbled streets of the Old Town to see the Weighing House, Pharmacy and Town Hall in the Market Square.Narva: See the Hermannsburg fortress.St Petersburg: See the great dome of St Isaac’s Cathedral, the fortress of St Peter and Paul and the cruiser ‘Aurora’. Drive down Nevsky Prospekt to see the Cathedral of Kazan. Tour the spectacular collection in the Hermitage Museum.Petrodvorets: Visit the gardens and fountains of Peter the Great’s summer residence.Moscow: Visit the glorious metro stations. Tour Red Square, seeing St Basil’s Cathedral and Lenin’s tomb. Visit one of the Cathedrals inside the Kremlin walls.
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Terms and Conditions: Price is in American dollars and is per person, land only, based on double occupancy. For new bookings only made after March 31, 2012 on departures listed above for 2012 travel. Subject to availability. Excludes Early Payment Discount and any other promotional offer. Please note if the booking is made within 45 days from the departure date full Payment will be due at the time of booking. No bookings may be made after June 26th, 2012. Other conditions apply.
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TRAVEL WINDOW: April 15th - October 25th, 2012
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