THE HERMITAGE BEHIND
CLOSED DOORS
The Hermitage boasts some three million work s of
ar t and historical ar tefac ts precious to Russia's
heritage. Enjoy a private tour of the collec tion,
then get Privileged Access to the secured vaults to
examine hundreds of priceless treasures.
THE RUSSIAN BANYA
Indulge in a sauna, steam bath and massage
during a traditional banya ritual. Russian
proponents of banya believe it is the only way to
complete purification. They of ten have a standing
weekly appointment and see the same people
each time they go, forming friendships.
SERGIEV POSAD: RUSSIA'S GREATEST
MONASTERY
Enjoy a guided tour of one of the largest
monasteries in Russia and the spiritual centre
of Russian Or thodox y. Founded in the 14th
centur y, the monaster y is home to more than 300
monk s today.
ST. PETERSBURG FROM THE WATER
Take in the most romantic views of St. Petersburg
from the water. Lined with car ved granite and
wrought-iron decorations, and spanned by 320
graceful bridges, the water ways provide the
per fec t vantage point for viewing the cit y's
spec tacular at trac tions.
MOSCOW BY NIGHT
Masters of light and design have worked to place
bulbs and beams throughout Moscow's cit y
centre so that the colours of its landmark
buildings and park s are on full display af ter dark.
You will embark a small boat to view the brilliance
from the river — magical!
KOMMUNALK A HOME-HOSTED
VISIT
Visit a communal home or 'kommunalka' shared
by multiple families and experience a uniquely
Soviet way of life. Enjoy tea and pastries with your
host during this fascinating and eye - opening
excursion.
O P T I O N A L S H O R E E X C U R S I O N S O N Y O U R J O U R N E Y
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