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| Grand
Russian Spectacular Coach Holidays 16 Days - 5% Discount Insights into Berlin and Warsaw, breathtaking tours of Moscow and St. Petersburg, and a taste of the capitals of Scandinavia – just some of the highlights of this once-in-a-lifetime tour |
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| Grand Russian Spectacular - Holiday Itinerary | |
DAY
1: Local departure then onwards to Belgium for an overnight stay. |
DAY
9: To St. Petersburg for a 3-night stay. B,D |
DAY
2: To Berlin, Germany, for an overnight stay. B |
DAY
10: St. Petersburg. B,D |
DAY
3: To Warsaw, Poland, for a 2-night stay. B,D |
DAY
11: St. Petersburg. B,D |
DAY
4: Warsaw. B,D |
DAY
12: To Helsinki, then catch an overnight ferry to Stockholm, Sweden. B |
DAY
5: To Brest and then onto Minsk for an overnight stay. B,L,D |
DAY
13: Arrive in Stockholm, then cross Sweden to Copenhagen for a 2-night stay. B,D |
DAY
6: To Smolensk and later to Moscow, Russia, for a 2-night stay. B,L,D |
DAY
14: Copenhagen. B,D |
DAY
7: Moscow. B,D |
DAY
15: To Rodbyhavn, then by ferry to Puttgarden, Germany, before an overnight stay in Belgium. B |
DAY
8: To Novgorod for an overnight stay. B,L,D |
DAY
16: To Calais then return home. B |
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Included Meals: B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner |
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| Excursions and visits |
Day
2 Berlin Evening Tour (optional) |
An evening sightseeing
tour takes in all the major sights in Berlin’s historical
centre, including the Cathedral, Brandenburg Gate and Berlin
Wall. |
Day 4 Warsaw Sightseeing
(included) |
Our tour of this cultural
capital includes the ‘Royal Route’ with its aristocratic residences,
the Old Town, the Ghetto Memorial and the Belvedere Palace.
Our local guide will provide an informative commentary, revealing
many of the stories behind the often tragic history of this
fascinating city that was all but destroyed during WWII. |
Day 7 Moscow Sightseeing
(included) |
Discover the vibrant capital
of Moscow on our guided sightseeing tour, introducing Novodevichy
Convent, Red Square, the Kremlin and St. Basil’s Cathedral.
You can also enjoy an optional visit to the Kremlin or Armoury.
As the former residence of the Tsars, and today’s Russian
political nerve centre, the Kremlin is an unrivalled architectural
ensemble, whilst the Armoury, the treasury of the Russian
Tsars, boasts a unique collection of gold and silver items.
In the evening, our optional ‘Moscow by Night’ tour covers
the city’s famous underground metro system. Decorated with
chandeliers, marble, granite and coloured glass, the metro
is strikingly beautiful. The highlight is the stunning view
of Moscow’s illuminated buildings, especially the splendid
sight of St. Basil’s Cathedral. |
Day 10 St. Petersburg
Sightseeing (included) |
This guided tour will introduce
the famous landmarks, history and culture of the city. We’ll
see the magnificent Decembrists Square, the Winter Palace,
St. Isaac’s Cathedral, and the Peter and Paul Fortress, which
became a notorious prison for revolutionaries. St. Petersburg
Ballet is classed as the birthplace of Russian classical ballet,
and we can enjoy an optional evening at one of the famed St.
Petersburg ballet theatres. |
Day 11 St. Petersburg
Boat Cruise (optional) |
Join
a boat cruise along the Neva River, seeing the Aurora Battleship,
the Gulf of Finland and many other sights. Then enjoy a
traditional Russian show on board, with dancing and singing.
Included in the price is Russian sparkling wine, vodka,
caviar and fresh fruit. |
Day 12 Helsinki (included) |
Enjoy
a short visit to Finland’s capital city. |
Day 13 Stockholm (included) |
Enjoy
a short introduction to the city, built on 14 islands on
the outflow of Lake Malaren. |
Day 14 Copenhagen Sightseeing
(optional) |
Copenhagen
has many fascinating landmarks and architectural masterpieces.
We see the Tivoli Gardens, the Rosenborg Palace, which is
home to the Danish crown jewels and Edvard Eriksen’s ‘Little
Mermaid’, said to be inspired by a ballet about the famous
fairytale. |
| Flying Start/Return |
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On a selection of our most popular tours, you can choose
a flying start (fly out and join our coach for the return
journey), flying return (travel out by coach and fly home),
or fly both ways – whatever suits you best! Plus, whichever option you choose, we’ll arrange your flights and transfers between your hotel and the European airport. Just look for the tours marked with the ‘Flying Start/Return’ symbol. |
| Your hotels |
You’ll spend one night
at the 3-star Ramada Globus in Berlin; two nights at the 3-star
Hotel Gromada in Warsaw; overnight at the 3-star Planeta,
Minsk; two nights at the 3-star Hotel Cosmos or similar in
Moscow; overnight at the 3-star Hotel Volkhov or similar,
Novgorod; three nights at the 3-star Hotel Neptun or similar
in St. Petersburg; overnight on the cruise ferry to Stockholm
in a 2-berth cabin; and two nights at the 3-star Glostrup
Park, Copenhagen. Overnight stays in Belgium are in city-style hotels. |
| Visa - important note |
Visas are required for
entry into Russia and Belarus, for which an extra charge of
approximately £155 per person is made. Due to new legislation,
the Russian Visa application form must be completed in electronic
format (online via www.asla.co.uk, printed off and signed),
whilst the Belarus Visa remains in hard copy form. We will
send the paperwork to you 12 weeks prior to departure, together
with the exact prices and helpful instructions on how to apply
with regard to both visas. Your passport will need to be sent
with your visa applications, which may take up to six weeks
to process. |
| Silver Service Coach |
| As
well as extra legroom and a spacious rear lounge, Silver
Service is much more than a coach with added comfort and
facilities. The spacious rear lounge is
the ideal place to meet your fellow travellers, relax or
simply have a change of scene. And, you’ll get extra benefits
such as porterage in your hotels and extra included excursions
on selected tours. Find
out more... |
| Silver Service Departure Dates & Prices 2009 Tour Code 16RGRV | |||
FREE
local joining points - details Travel by Silver Service luxury coach Porterage in all hotels Smaller, more personal group 15 nights’ accommodation with breakfast, 11 evening meals and 3 lunches Services of a local guide in Russia 10 excursions and visits as detailed in the itinerary |
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| Leger
Brochure Price in Black Travel 55 Discount Price in Red Quote Travel 55 Ref: T55 + Tour Code Tel Leger Reservations on 0844 504 6480 |
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April 25
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£1495 £1421 |
August
8, 22 |
£1599 £1520 |
May 23
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£1629 £1548 |
September
12 |
£1599 £1520 |
June 13
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£1599 £1520 |
October
3 |
£1499 £1425 |
July 25 |
£1599 £1520 |
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Prices
are per person, based on two sharing. Extras • Optional
excursions • Single room supplement £429 • Travel insurance
from £44.95 |
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| Travel Door-to-Door |
On all Single Traveller
holidays, at no extra charge and providing you live within
20 miles of one of our joining points, we will collect you
from your home and take you to one of our local joining
points, then return you to your home at the end of your
holiday. On holidays of 12 days duration or more, plus on
the Oberammergau packages, you can reserve this Door-to-Door
service for a charge of £39.99 per car (up to four people
can share). Just look out for the symbol on the holiday
pages. Nearest joining point supplements apply |