What to do and see in Moscow, Central Russia: The Best Multi-day Tours

February 10, 2022 Leonarda Pillsbury

The political, scientific, historical, architectural and business center of Russia, Moscow displays the country's contrasts at their most extreme. The ancient and modern are juxtaposed side by side in this city of 10 million. Catch a metro from one of the ornate stations to see Red Square, the Kremlin, the nine domes of St. Basil's Cathedral, Lenin's Mausoleum, the KGB Museum and other symbols of Moscow's great and terrible past, then lighten up and shop Boulevard Ring or people watch in Pushkin Square.
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1. St Petersburg and Moscow 6-Day Grand Tour

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See the best highlights and must-see sights of two Russian capitals - Saint Petersburg and Moscow - which have been put together in this comprehensive 6-day tour. If needed, this can be done in 5 days by scheduling the train transfer between the two cities at the end of the second day of touring. Your schedule will be adjusted to make sure they fit your arrival and departure dates. Feel free to add extra days for self-exploration or fill them up with optional tours. Each program will be customized to fit your needs and special requirements. Evening programs are available in both destinations year round.

Inclusions: 2 days of professional guide service in each city (English, Spanish, French languages are available), 1 day of a/c vehicle with driver in Moscow ( 8 hrs), 1,5 days of a/c vehicle with driver in St.Petersburg (12 hrs), Arrival & departure transfers in both cities, Visa Support (if required), Rail ticket Moscow - St Petersburg (economy+ class)

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Accommodation (can be arranged individually upon request)

Reviewed By MikeReedWords

We had a wonderful tour of St Petersburg with Marina. She was a wonderful guide: friendly, cheerful and hugely knowledgable. She collected us promptly at our hotel and we spent a full day discovering the key sights of the city – a perfect introduction that we could never have managed alone. She told us a huge amount about the city, its history and its place in the wider story of Russia. The tour was built around us and what we wanted to do, and Marina and the excellent driver helped make sure we got back a little early as we were heading out for the evening. A magical day!

2. All Moscow in 4 days

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We love our city and we want to show our guests the most amazing and beautiful places of the capital. Feel the breath of Moscow with us!

Inclusions: 3 nights accommodation, Transportation for all excursions, All taxes, Private walking tour Friendly local guide, Iconic places for photoshoot, Expert local advice where to go and what to do after the tour

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Reviewed By Y1815NP_

We were on a free walking tour around the centre, enjoyed it immensely. The guide was cool and friendly

3. Moscow 4 day pack

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To get acquainted with Moscow for 4 days is easy!  With us you will see Moscow from a completely different angle. Love Moscow just as we love it!

Inclusions: 3 nights accommodation

Exclusions: Food and drinks

Reviewed By Y1815NP_

We were on a free walking tour around the centre, enjoyed it immensely. The guide was cool and friendly

4. Moscow 'must see' in 2 days tour

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This is an ultra-customizable way to see top Moscow highlights with a private guide and in a hassle free manner. See Moscow’s top attractions packed in an extensive and exciting two-day tour! Experience local life, customs and culture , and tour like locals with your private guide. This well-organised tour perfectly combines walking excursion in Moscow downtown visiting the ancient parts of the city such as Red Square, Kitai-gorod, Zaryadye, the Kremlin (please note, booking of the Kremlin is required in advance and entrance fees are extra), Gorky park as well as visiting the State Tretyakov Art Gallery (also booked in advance) and the unique Kolomenskoye Estate with wooden summer palace of the Russian tsars (reconstruction of XVII century).

Inclusions: Private guided tour with art historian licensed guide, Local expert advise on the itinerary beyond the tour

Exclusions: Museum entrance fees and taxi/ transport fees are not included

Reviewed By BatyaBakst

Fantastic way to begin our visit to Russia. Victoria customized our tour in Moscow that perfectly fit our time constraints and interests. She is friendly, professional, intelligent, personable and knowledgeable- 5++ stars!

5. 3 Day Private Tour in Moscow with a Local Guide

Katya & Nikita — Local Moscow Guides
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Wow! Three days, that's not nothing, I mean, it's more like something! We will be able to cover a lot. How about the first day we dedicate to the city centre — all the main places, "must-sees" so called. So you can finally bring it down from your shoulders and settle your mind — you are in Moscow, from now on it will become only more interesting. The second day, I think, we should dedicate to the historical center's off-the-beaten-track places: hidden churches, mansions, maybe a couple of the most interesting museums — promise, no boring ones, only the ones I would go to myself. And the third day, finally, everyone is already pleasantly tired a bit, so we will use more of the public transport and go see what's there on the outskirts of the city. And there it's more of a Soviet vibe, so all the greatest Soviet monuments we leave for the final day. This whole tour can be customised up to your wishes, so you are very welcome to express your ideas on what you'd like to see in Moscow:)

Inclusions: Fun and professional local guide. (Have you expected us to work with someone else, pff!?) , Expert advice on what to do and to see after the tour. We know the best bars, clubs, you name it., All taxes. Obviously. In Russia all the taxes are always included in the price., Private tour. It's you, you and only you. I mean, also your friends, family and lovers..., Customisable itinerary. Really, we are one of the few, who can tailor it to your wishes on the go., Meeting in the hotel lobby. Or at your Airbnb apartment. Or anywhere in the city centre, really., Multiple start times available — a.m., p.m. whenever you like it:), Flexibility during the tour. You want see what's o-o-over there? Okay, let's go have a look!, Iconic places for photo shoots. We know them all!

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Reviewed By jk13619

I had an excellent tour with Nikita. He met me in the lobby of my hotel and the tour began as soon as we left. Nikita is very knowledgeable and was able to give me the history of various buildings and neighborhoods as we walked around Moscow. He also gave me insights on life in present day Russia. The wonderful food started at a market where we tried Russian cheese and crepes. We then walked to a monastery and had pastry and tea. We stopped along the way so Nikita could tell me about the history of a building or place. The final stop involved delicious Siberian dumplings. My three-hour tour flew by. It was the perfect combination of food, history, and culture. It was also just the right amount of food for me. We finished at 6:00 pm and I didn’t need dinner that evening. Nikita followed-up afterwards with recommendations for shopping and restaurants during my remaining time in Moscow. I highly recommend this tour.

6. 2 Day Private Moscow Tour with a Local Guide

Katya & Nikita — Local Moscow Guides
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On this tour we will see all the main must-see sights plus some off-the-beaten-track areas of Moscow. With our degrees in art-history and a significant guiding experience we are sure to know the places and the stories, that even locals may have never heard of. We are also into the food culture of Moscow, so we know the best cafes and restaurants of the city. Some of them we can visit on the tour. And we deliberately avoid touristy restaurants, where locals would never go. "Only genuine experiences" is our motto. Of course, we will recommend you what to do after the tour: best museums, bars, clubs, parks etc. Our priority is the best personalised experience. Every single one. So, be sure, we can customise our tour according to your wishes. We are more than just some tour guides, consider us your friends in a new city:) Please note, that it's a walking tour (+ public transport or taxi). If you would like this tour to be on a car, notify us in advance and we'll organise it.

Inclusions: Metro tickets, Fun and Professional Local guide, Expert advice on what to do and to see after the tour, All taxes, Private tour, Customized itinerary, Meeting in the hotel lobby, Multiple start times available, Flexibility during the tour, Iconic places for photoshoots

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food & drinks

Reviewed By jk13619

I had an excellent tour with Nikita. He met me in the lobby of my hotel and the tour began as soon as we left. Nikita is very knowledgeable and was able to give me the history of various buildings and neighborhoods as we walked around Moscow. He also gave me insights on life in present day Russia. The wonderful food started at a market where we tried Russian cheese and crepes. We then walked to a monastery and had pastry and tea. We stopped along the way so Nikita could tell me about the history of a building or place. The final stop involved delicious Siberian dumplings. My three-hour tour flew by. It was the perfect combination of food, history, and culture. It was also just the right amount of food for me. We finished at 6:00 pm and I didn’t need dinner that evening. Nikita followed-up afterwards with recommendations for shopping and restaurants during my remaining time in Moscow. I highly recommend this tour.

7. Moscow Ultimate 3-Day Tour

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The ultimate tour of Moscow can last 3 days with 7 hours each day, or 4 days with 5 hours each day. Timing and itinerary can be customized.  DAY 1 15-16th centuries - Red Square & Kremlin. The residence of Dukes, Tsars, Emperors, Supreme rulers, Presidents will surprise you with its cathedrals, largest in the world Tsar Cannon and Tsar Bell, as long as the Armory with personal belongings of Great Tsars. DAY 2 16-19th cc - Zamoskvorechye area & Kolomenskoe Museum-Reserve Stunning palaces, churches, cathedrals and mind-blowing historical facts. DAY 3 20-21st cc - Modern Moscow Enjoy a day exploring off the beaten city path which will give you an insight into a local life and hidden gems. Experience Russian cuisine – borsch, vareniki, bliny in traditional restaurants (not included in tour).

Inclusions: All taxes, Private walking tour, Friendly local guide, Multiple start times available, Customized itinerary, Flexibility during the tour, Iconic places for photoshoot, Meeting in the lobby of your hotel, Expert local advice where to go and what to do after the tour

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Entrance fees (if any)

Reviewed By Johnkeyser

In one day we saw whole the city most valuable sites on foot. By car would have taken us more time. Don’t forget the metro tour!!! Impressive.

8. 4 Days 3 Nights Moscow Travel Package

Moscow Free Tour

Enjoy our great City tour to Moscow with a private local guide. Discover the world famous Moscow sights  and get the real feeling of the city life!

Inclusions: 3 nights accommodation, One-way private transfer, Hotel pickup

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Reviewed By Y1815NP_

We were on a free walking tour around the centre, enjoyed it immensely. The guide was cool and friendly

9. 5-Day Private Tour of Moscow and St Petersburg - Highlights of Russia

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Feel the spirit of Russia in this 5-day private tour, which allows seeing the most interesting and fascinating places of two capitals. Stroll along the center of Moscow, the largest city in the country, full of important historical monuments, museums, and theatres. You will have a detailed city tour and an excursion to the Kremlin and the cathedrals during your stay there. Take a high-speed train to St Petersburg (3,5-4 hours) and discover the Northern Capital of Russia. You will have 3 interesting tours in the city and its vicinity, see the Hermitage Museum, Peterhof Park, and Catherine's Palace. This tour also includes arrival and departure transfers from/to the airport or train station on any convenient date for you.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, All admission fees as per program SKIP-THE-LINE, 1-way high-speed train tickets from Moscow to St Petersburg, Professional & friendly guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off every day, Round-trip transfer from/to the airport or train station, Transport by air-conditioned car/minivan on tours, Bottled water, Headsets to hear the guide clearly (for groups 6+)

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Reviewed By 605stephanf

We had a wonderful trip to Russia and an amazing tour of St Petersburg in early February before the start of the pandemics. The guide for the 2 day tour (I forgot her name) was the best person to do this job . Personable, friendly and informative. She took us to the museums and palaces as well as to nice places for lunch. I was amazed by the Russian churches I have never seen that much gold in any other place. Thanks to the guide and the driver it was possible to see so much more than we could have seen on our own even in a week. BTW traveling in February was not as cold as I imagined. I would recommend this tour to anyone.

10. Vladimir and Suzdal Private Tour (2 days)

Nikolay Sysenko

Vladimir and Suzdal are arguably the most famous destinations on the Golden Ring route that need no introduction! There is no way you can do both in one day unless you’re on a whistle-stop tour. So plan at least two days or skip one of them. I advise you to avoid 'one-day tours' as it will be exausting (at least 8-9 hours in a car/bus) and you'll see very little. If you have just one day, go to Vladimir by train. I offer a two-day trip with a nigth in Suzdal. Since I'm not a licensed travel guide, I will rather be your driver and travel companion during sightseeing providing all the necessary assistance whenever you need it. No boring history lectures or tight schedules, explore everything at your own pace! In order to avoid a long ride on a busy road we may go to Sergiev Posad first with a couple more stops at picturesque places for coffee and snacks. Or go directly to Vladimir, up to you! My vehicle is a Subaru Outback comfortable for 3 passengers (can accommodate 4 though).

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board

Exclusions: Accommodation, food and admission are not included.

Reviewed By Kelly P

Nikolay organized an amazing three day trip for me. He was very flexible with helping me plan a trip that fit my needs and was even willing to pick me up from the airport. He was a very good driver and his car was comfortable. He knew a lot of information about all the places we visited and was a good travel companion in general for passing the long hours driving. He helped me to pick budget accommodations for our overnights. I really enjoyed my three days spent with him and learned a lot about the history of the golden ring. I enjoyed walking around the small towns and hearing stories. We visited Sergiev Posad, Pereslavl, Rostov, Yaroslavl, Suzdal and Vladimir as well as some smaller stops along the way. He was flexible with how much time we spent at each destination. Overall it was a great trip. I visited in winter but I hope to see some of the cities in summer and would definitely hope to travel with Nikolay again!

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