10 Day Russia Northern Lights Tour Moscow Murmansk and St Petersburg

Tour overview

Duration

10 days, 9 nights

6 destinations

Kirovsk, Lovozero, Teriberka +3 more

Tour highlights

Visit one of the world's largest art collections inside the grand Winter Palace of St Petersburg.

Head into the Arctic night on a guided tour to hunt for the beautiful Aurora Borealis.

Explore the historic heart of Moscow with its ancient cathedrals and the giant Tsar Cannon.

1. Day 1

   Arrival in Moscow

   

   Highlights: Welcome to Moscow

   • You will arrive at the airport in Moscow where your guide will meet you. They will help you check into your hotel so you can rest after your flight. It is the perfect time to get settled and prepare for your exciting ten day trip across Russia. You will spend your first night in the capital city getting ready for a busy schedule of sightseeing that starts tomorrow morning. Enjoy the comfort of your hotel before the adventure begins.
2. Day 2

   Day. 02: Moscow City

   

   Highlights: The Kremlin Heart

   • Your morning starts with a tour of Moscow where you will see the city from Sparrow Hill. You can spot the famous Moscow State University building there too. Next you visit the Cathedral of Christ the Savior and enjoy some free time on Arbat Street for shopping or coffee. After a nice lunch you will enter the Kremlin through the Holy Trinity Gate to see the Tsar Cannon and beautiful old cathedrals. Your day ends at Red Square with a view of the colorful St Basils Cathedral.

   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

3. Day 3

   Arctic Flight

   

   Highlights: Northern Lights Hunt

   • Today you fly from Moscow to Murmansk in the far north. After you land and have lunch you will get ready for an evening tour. Your guide will take you out to hunt for the magical Northern Lights which is a highlight of any trip to the Arctic. It is a thrilling experience to see the sky light up with green and purple colors. You will have dinner at a local restaurant and spend your first night in this snowy northern city above the Arctic Circle.

   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

4. Day 4

   Teriberka Coast

   

   Highlights: Arctic Ocean Views

   • Today you head out to the Arctic coast at Teriberka. You will ride on a sleigh to see the Dragon Egg waterfall and the sandy beach. You can also see the old ship graveyard and take photos at the giant throne. It is a really unique place where the tundra meets the ocean. You will have a hot lunch at a local cafe before traveling back to the city. This is a great chance to see the wild side of Russia and its natural beauty. You will have dinner at your hotel.

   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

5. Day 5

   Sami Culture

   

   Highlights: Sami Village Visit

   • You will travel to Lovozero for an interactive tour of a traditional Sami village. You can learn about the local culture and eat a lunch of traditional fish soup and salmon. Later you will move to a Lapland village where you will stay in unique eco tents for the night. This is a very special way to experience the Arctic landscape and local hospitality. You will enjoy a nice dinner at the Veresk restaurant before sleeping in your cozy tent under the stars.

   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

6. Day 6

   Kirovsk Alps

   

   Highlights: Mountain Views

   • Your day starts with a trip to Kirovsk where you will ride a cable car up the mountain. The cabins have panoramic windows so you can see the snowy peaks all around you. After lunch you will visit the Snow Village to see amazing ice sculptures and have some fun on cheesecake rides. It is a day full of winter activities and beautiful scenery. You will return to your Lapland village for one last dinner at the Veresk restaurant and a relaxing evening.

   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

7. Day 7

   St Petersburg

   

   Highlights: The Imperial Capital

   • You take a flight from Murmansk to St Petersburg today. Once you arrive your guide will take you on a city tour of the historic center. You will see the Neva River and the grand Winter Palace along with the Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood. This city is a UNESCO World Heritage site and is often called the Venice of the North because of its many canals and bridges. You will check into your hotel and have dinner while thinking about the history here.

   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

8. Day 8

   Art and History

   

   Highlights: The Hermitage

   • You will spend your morning at the huge Hermitage Museum which is located in the beautiful Winter Palace. There are millions of pieces of art to see there. Later you will visit St Isaacs Cathedral and walk along the famous Nevsky Prospekt street. You must stop at the Yeliseyev Store to see its fancy interior. Your guide will also take you to the Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood which has amazing mosaics. It is a day full of culture in one of the most beautiful cities.

   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

9. Day 9

   Royal Palace

   

   Highlights: The Amber Room

   • Today you visit Tzarskoe Selo which was a country home for the Russian Tsars. You will go inside a grand Baroque palace to see the world famous Amber Room which is covered in glowing amber panels. Afterward you can enjoy a stroll through the large park surrounding the palace. In the afternoon you will have time to visit souvenir shops to buy gifts like Matryoshka dolls. You will return to your hotel for a final dinner with your group to celebrate your trip.

   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

10. Day 10

    Departure

    

    Highlights: Final Breakfast

    • It is time to say goodbye to Russia today. You will have one last breakfast at your hotel before your transfer to the airport. Your driver will make sure you arrive in time for your flight home. We hope you have many wonderful memories of the Kremlin the Northern Lights and the beautiful palaces you saw this week. Safe travels on your journey home and we hope to see you again soon for another adventure in this vast and historic country.

    Meals: Breakfast

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