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Moscow, Russia

Duration

7 days

Budget

$1,500

Travelers

1

Trip type

Solo

Interests

Sightseeing

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Four Seasons Hotel Moscow
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Four Seasons Hotel Moscow

Four Seasons Hotel Moscow, улица Охотный Ряд 2, Tverskoy District, Moscow, Russia, 103265

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Метрополь
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Метрополь

Metropol, Teatralniy Driveway 2, Tverskoy District, Moscow, Russia, 109012

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Националь
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Националь

National, Mokhovaya Street 15/1 с1, Tverskoy District, Moscow, Russia, 125009

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St. Regis Москва Никольская
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St. Regis Москва Никольская

St. Regis Москва Никольская, Nikolskaya Street, Tverskoy District, Moscow, Russia, 109012

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Балчуг Кемпински
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Балчуг Кемпински

Baltschug Kempinski, улица Балчуг 1, Zamoskvorechye District, Moscow, Russia, 115035

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The Carlton Moscow
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The Carlton Moscow

The Carlton Moscow, Tverskaya Street 3, Tverskoy District, Moscow, Russia, 125009

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Билибин Гарден
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Билибин Гарден

Билибин Гарден, Raushskaya Embankment 4/5 с1, Zamoskvorechye District, Moscow, Russia, 115035

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Ararat Park Hyatt Moscow
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Ararat Park Hyatt Moscow

Ararat Park Hyatt Moscow, Neglinnaya Street 4, Tverskoy District, Moscow, Russia, 125009

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The Бык
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The Бык

The Бык, Ветошный переулок 13-15, Tverskoy District, Moscow, Russia, 109012

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Красная площадь, дом 1
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Красная площадь, дом 1

Красная площадь, дом 1, Red Square 1, Tverskoy District, Moscow, Russia, 109012

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Хинкальная
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Хинкальная

Khinkalnaya, Богоявленский переулок 6 с2, Tverskoy District, Moscow, Russia, 109012

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Красная площадь
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Красная площадь

Красная площадь, Red Square, Tverskoy District, Moscow, Russia, 109012

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Plasenn Ruz
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Plasenn Ruz

Plasenn Ruz, Red Square, Tverskoy District, Moscow, Russia, 109012

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Минину и Пожарскому
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Минину и Пожарскому

Monument to Minin and Pozharsky, Red Square, Tverskoy District, Moscow, Russia, 109012

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Вознесенский собор
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Вознесенский собор

Вознесенский собор, Трубецкая улица, Tverskoy District, Moscow, Russia, 109012

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Церковь Св. Екатерины
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Церковь Св. Екатерины

Церковь Св. Екатерины, Spasskaya Street, Tverskoy District, Moscow, Russia, 103073

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Храм Чуда Архистратига Михаила в Хонех
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Храм Чуда Архистратига Михаила в Хонех

Храм Чуда Архистратига Михаила в Хонех, Chudovskaya Street, Tverskoy District, Moscow, Russia, 103073

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В память гибели Великого князя Сергея Александровича
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В память гибели Великого князя Сергея Александровича

В память гибели Великого князя Сергея Александровича, Zhitnitskaya Street, Tverskoy District, Moscow, Russia, 103073

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Богоявленский монастырь
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Богоявленский монастырь

Monastery of the Epiphany, Богоявленский переулок 2 с4, Tverskoy District, Moscow, Russia, 109012

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Day-by-day plan

Itinerary

1

Day 1

Introduction to Historic Moscow

Activity 1

Red Square and St. Basil's Cathedral

09:00 – 11:00

Start your trip by visiting the iconic Red Square and explore the colorful St. Basil's Cathedral, a symbol of Russia's rich history and architecture.

Activity 2

GUM Department Store

11:15 – 12:15

Browse through the elegant GUM Department Store for Russian souvenirs and to enjoy the historic indoor shopping arcade.

Activity 3

Lunch at Café Pushkin

12:30 – 14:00

Enjoy traditional Russian cuisine in the beautiful setting of Café Pushkin, a restaurant styled like an aristocratic mansion.

Activity 4

The Kremlin Grounds

14:30 – 17:00

Visit the Kremlin complex to see the Armoury Chamber and the beautiful cathedrals within the Kremlin walls.

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Day 2

Art and Culture in Moscow

Activity 1

Tretyakov Gallery

10:00 – 13:00

Explore the Tretyakov Gallery, home to an extensive collection of Russian fine art from the Middle Ages to modern times.

Activity 2

Lunch at Dr. Zhivago Restaurant

13:15 – 14:30

Savor beautifully presented Russian dishes at Dr. Zhivago, famed for its traditional menu and elegant atmosphere.

Activity 3

Pushkin State Museum of Fine Arts

15:00 – 17:30

Visit the Pushkin Museum featuring international art exhibitions and ancient artifacts.

Activity 4

Evening at Moscow River Cruise

19:00 – 21:00

Relax on an evening cruise along the Moscow River, offering spectacular views of illuminated landmarks.

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Day 3

Soviet History and Modern Architecture

Activity 1

Victory Park (Park Pobedy)

09:30 – 12:00

Visit Victory Park to see monuments commemorating WWII and explore the Museum of the Great Patriotic War.

Activity 2

Lunch at Varenichnaya №1

12:30 – 13:30

Enjoy homemade Russian dumplings and comfort food at this popular local eatery.

Activity 3

Novodevichy Convent

14:00 – 16:00

Explore the beautiful 16th-century Novodevichy Convent, a UNESCO World Heritage site with peaceful grounds.

Activity 4

Walk along Moscow State University and Sparrow Hills

16:30 – 18:00

End the day with panoramic views of Moscow from Sparrow Hills and admire the university’s Stalinist architecture.

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Day 4

Day Trip to Sergiev Posad

Activity 1

Travel to Sergiev Posad

08:00 – 10:00

Take a morning train to Sergiev Posad, a historic town famous for its monastery complex.

Activity 2

Trinity Lavra of St. Sergius

10:30 – 14:00

Visit the main monastery of the Russian Orthodox Church, noted for its architecture and spiritual significance.

Activity 3

Lunch at a local cafe

14:00 – 15:00

Enjoy traditional Russian fare at a local cafe near the monastery.

Activity 4

Return to Moscow

15:30 – 17:30

Travel back to Moscow in the late afternoon.

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Day 5

Exploring Moscow’s Parks and Metro

Activity 1

Izmailovsky Market

09:30 – 11:30

Browse the lively Izmailovsky Market for crafts, antiques, and souvenirs in a colorful open-air setting.

Activity 2

Lunch at LavkaLavka Café

11:45 – 13:00

Try fresh, locally sourced dishes at the farm-to-table LavkaLavka Café near the market.

Activity 3

Explore the Moscow Metro Stations

13:30 – 15:30

Tour the famous Moscow Metro, visiting ornate stations like Komsomolskaya and Mayakovskaya.

Activity 4

Gorky Park

16:00 – 18:00

Enjoy a relaxing walk or rent a bike at the lively and beautifully landscaped Gorky Park.

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Day 6

Art and History Outside Moscow

Activity 1

Travel to Kolomna

08:30 – 10:30

Take a morning train to Kolomna, a historic town southeast of Moscow.

Activity 2

Kolomna Kremlin

10:45 – 13:00

Explore the well-preserved Kolomna Kremlin with its towers and historic buildings.

Activity 3

Lunch at Ryumochnaya na Volkovo

13:00 – 14:00

Enjoy traditional Russian dishes in Kolomna’s cozy Ryumochnaya na Volkovo restaurant.

Activity 4

Museum of Russian Gingerbread

14:15 – 15:45

Visit the unique museum dedicated to Russia’s famous pryanik gingerbread traditions.

Activity 5

Return to Moscow

16:00 – 18:00

Travel back to Moscow in the late afternoon.

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Day 7

Final Day and Leisure in Moscow

Activity 1

Arbat Street Stroll

10:00 – 12:00

Enjoy a leisurely walk along the historic Arbat Street with its boutiques, art stalls and street performers.

Activity 2

Lunch at White Rabbit

12:15 – 14:00

Dine at White Rabbit, known for its modern Russian cuisine and stunning views over Moscow.

Activity 3

Cathedral of Christ the Saviour

14:30 – 16:00

Visit this magnificent cathedral and its grounds for some final sightseeing and reflections.

Activity 4

Relax at Zaryadye Park

16:15 – 18:00

End your trip by relaxing in Zaryadye Park, enjoying its innovative design and views of the Kremlin.