RUSSIAN LAPLAND 7 NIGHTS / 8 DAYS

DAY 1 Welcome to Moscow
Welcome to Moscow – the capital and the largest city of Russia. On arrival, you will be met by your Tour Manager / Local Representative outside the arrival area who will welcome you and take you to your hotel for check –in (Check-in time is after 3.00 pm). Overnight in Moscow.

DAY 2 Sparrow Hills – Guided city tour of Moscow – Ride on Metro
Today, we visit the Sparrow Hills – the largest observation platform in Moscow and see the magnificent building of Moscow University. Next, on your guided city tour, visit the world famous Red Square; see Leo Tolstoy Street, Triumphal Arch, White House, Arbat Square, Boulevard Ring, Tverskaya Street and Manezh Square. Next, you can enjoy shopping at Gum – the world famous departmental store. Later, we visit the Metro station of Moscow often called ‘The People’s Palaces’, for their elegant designs, lavish and profuse use of marble, mosaics, sculptures and chandeliers. This evening you have a chance to see the spectacular Russian Circus (Optional). Overnight in Moscow

DAY 3 Fly to Murmansk – Northern Lights Tour.
Today, take flight to Murmansk, Known as the Russian Lapland- this city is in the extreme northwest of Russia and the world’s largest city north of the Arctic Circle. Murmansk is one of the best cities to see Northern Lights. On arrival we proceed to the hotel and check-in. Later tonight we proceed on an excursion to hunt for the Northern Lights. Overnight in Murmansk. (B, LD)
NOTE: Activities may vary depending on weather conditions Although we will do our best to ensure that you view the Northern Lights, it is a natural phenomenon and is not guaranteed. The days of the Northern Lights tour could also change based on the probability of viewing the lights.

DAY 4 Guided City Tour of Murmansk – Saami Village – Photo stop at Lenin Icebreaker Museum
Today, we proceed to visit the famous Saami village. Here, you will experience Saami culture where people still live as per the old traditions and rules which have very strong relationship with nature and wilderness. Next, we visit a Reindeer farm where you have an opportunity to feed them. Next we will take you on unforgettable experience to see the Siberian Husky dogs and enjoy a memorable Husky dog sleigh ride. Later, you also get to enjoy a ride on a Snowmobile. We then return to Murmansk city and proceed on a guided tour, where you will see the Alyosha monument, monument “Waiting Lady”, Monument dedicated to the Memory of the Sailors who died in peacetime and see Kursk Atomic Submarine. We also visit “Murmansk selfie” place or obelisk with Murmansk city’s coordinates. We than stop for a Photo stop at the Lenin Icebreaker. Overnight in Murmansk.

DAY 5 Fly to St Petersburg –Visit Vodka museum
Today, we proceed to the airport for your fight to St Petersburg – a major historical and cultural center, as well as Russia’s second largest city. On arrival proceed to your hotel and check-in. Later, we visit Vodka Museum – museum that presents the long history of Russia’s national drink, from 12th Century peasants through to 20th Century. Overnight in St. Petersburg

DAY 6 Guided City Tour –Visit Kazan cathedral – Visit Hermitage museum
Today, we proceed on a guided city tour of St. Petersburg city and see Issac’s Cathedral, The Peter and Paul Fortress. Next we visit Kazan cathedral-the Russian Orthodox Church on the Nevsky Prospekt. Next, we visit the famous Hermitage museum which has the gigantic collection of nearly three million objects of the Heritage Museum, ranked as one of the world’s major museums. Overnight in St. Petersburg.

DAY 7 Day at leisure OR Visit Peterhof Palace and Catherine Palace (Optional)
Today, the day is free at leisure or you can opt to visit Peterhof Palace and Catherine Palace. Peterhof Palace is a series of palaces and gardens located in Peterhof. These palaces and gardens are sometimes referred as the “Russian Versailles” (optional). Later, visit Catherine Palace the summer residence of the Russian Tsars (Optional). Overnight in St. Petersburg.

DAY 8 Fly back home
Today, check out and proceed to the airport for your flight back home. It’s time to say goodbye to all the new friends you have made. We hope you take back many happy memories of your holiday. We would like you to spare a few minutes of your time to write and tell us how you enjoyed your holiday and any suggestions you may have for the future.