Viva Russia Tour
Viva Russia Tour
Transportation with Ajet Airlines
Including Moscow & St. Petersburg City Tours!!!
Accommodation in 4* Hotels
Day 1 Istanbul – Moscow
Meeting at 21:30 at the international departures terminal of Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport. (1 calendar day before the departure flight date)
Day 2 Moscow
We depart for Moscow on AJet Airlines scheduled flight. After a comfortable flight, upon arrival in Moscow we begin our panoramic Moscow tour. On this panoramic city tour, where you will get to know Russia's capital Moscow up close, you will have the opportunity to discover both the historic and modern sides of the city. Throughout the tour, Moscow's most important squares, monuments, historical buildings, and viewpoints will be visited. Among the places to be seen panoramically are Red Square, the historic center that has witnessed political and social upheavals, the interesting St. Basil's Cathedral with its onion-shaped multicolored domes, the Kremlin Palace, the Bolshoi Theater, Tverskaya Street, Gorky Park, Luzhniki Stadium, Sparrow Hills, and finally Moscow University. Then, our guests who wish may join the Moscow River Boat Tour, which will be arranged as an extra. (40 EUR) On our boat tour, which allows you to discover the city from the water, we will see iconic structures such as the Kremlin Palace, St. Basil's Cathedral, and the Cathedral of Christ the Savior from a different angle. At the end of our tour, transfer to our hotel, check-in, and free time. Overnight at our hotel.
Breakfast: Will be taken as an extra during free time at a place to be determined by the guide.
Lunch: Will be taken as an extra during free time at a place to be determined by the guide.
Dinner: Will be taken as an extra during free time at a place to be determined by the guide.
Accommodation: Hotel Edge by Seligerskaya Moscow 4* or similar
Day 3 Moscow
After breakfast, our guests who wish may join the extra arranged Kremlin & Novodevichy Cemetery and Moscow Metro and Arbat Street tour. (90 EUR) The Kremlin is a magnificent structure regarded as the heart not only of Moscow but of all Russia, with its architecture, grandeur, and the critical role it has played throughout history. This unique structure, which has witnessed political intrigues, dynastic struggles, and cultural transformations, makes you feel the magic of the past at every step. The Kremlin gardens, the Great Kremlin Palace Complex, the Concert Hall, and the area around the Presidential Building contain the most important building blocks of Russian history. The "Space Tree," erected after Yuri Gagarin's space journey and shimmering with the lights reflected on the Moscow River, is one of the highlights of our tour. The giant cannon cast by Tsar Ivan and the impressive story of the bell tower turn into both informative and enjoyable moments with our guide's narration. Afterwards, the Moscow Metro, considered the metro with the most aesthetic decor in the world, captivates guests with its enormous chandeliers, marble columns, mosaics, and stations resembling an art gallery. Then we head to Novodevichy Cemetery, where Nazım Hikmet's grave is also located. Founded in 1524, this monastery is like an open-air museum housing legendary names from Russian cultural and political history such as Chekhov, Gogol, Mayakovsky, Bulgakov, Eisenstein, Khrushchev, Shostakovich, and Yeltsin. Novodevichy, meaning "young girls," accompanies the tragic stories of aspiring tsarinas with a poetic melancholy. The final stop of our tour, Arbat Street, is Moscow's most popular art and cultural center. The walk we will take among street painters, musicians, colorful shops, and history-scented buildings creates the feeling of a journey through time. The famous building where Pushkin and his wife Goncharova lived will also welcome you here.
Later, our guests who wish may join the optional Russian Ballet Night. (120 EUR) Experience the world-famous Russian ballet tradition in the enchanting atmosphere of a historic theater. You will enjoy an unforgettable cultural evening while watching Swan Lake, The Nutcracker, or one of the selected works in the season program with the unique performance of professional dancers. After our tour, we go to the hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken as an extra during free time at a place to be determined by the guide.
Dinner: Will be taken as an extra during free time at a place to be determined by the guide.
Accommodation: Hotel Edge by Seligerskaya Moscow 4* or similar
Day 4 Moscow – St Petersburg
After waking up, following breakfast at our hotel, we travel by our private bus to the train station. Then, with our comfortable train, we depart for St. Petersburg, considered Russia’s capital of art and culture. Upon arrival in the city, we begin our panoramic St. Petersburg tour, where we will start exploring this unique city that fascinates with its elegance, architecture, and history. Founded in 1703 by Russian Tsar Peter I, St. Petersburg is a city that enchants its guests at first sight with its magnificent buildings, wide avenues, and impressive history. On our panoramic tour, we proceed along Nevsky Boulevard, the city’s most important avenue and one that, with its full 4.5-kilometer length, reflects the soul of the city. Named after Alexander Nevsky, one of the most famous heroes of Russian history, this boulevard is where the heart of St. Petersburg beats. The architectural masterpieces along the boulevard reveal the city’s historical richness. First, we see the Admiralty Building, notable for its golden dome, then admire the elegant structure of the magnificent Kazan Cathedral, built as a small replica of the famous St. Peter’s Cathedral in Rome. Throughout the tour, we have the opportunity to see the striking architecture of the Beloselsky-Belozersky Palace, the elegance of the Stroganov Palace, and the impressive structure of Gostiny Dvor, which with its nearly 250-year history was one of the city’s most important trade points and is now transformed into a modern shopping center. The Russian National Library, one of the most remarkable structures in St. Petersburg’s art-filled atmosphere; the Singer Building, which attracts interest with its founding story; the Eliseyev Building, dazzling with its magnificent stained glass and bronze details; and the Aurora Cinema, frequently mentioned in the memoirs of writer Nabokov, all add to the visual richness of our tour. In addition, the famous Anichkov Bridge, which has become an important part of Russian literature and bears traces of the Siege of Leningrad, offers us glimpses of different periods of history throughout the tour. After this fast and impressive time journey from St. Petersburg’s past to the present, we transfer to our hotel and settle into our rooms. At the end of the tour, our guests who wish may join the Russian Night Tour with Dinner, which will be arranged as an extra by our guide. (90 EUR) After the tour, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken as an extra during free time at a place to be determined by the guide.
Dinner: Will be taken as an extra during free time at a place to be determined by the guide.
Accommodation: Hotel Cosmos Pulkovskaya St Petersburg 4* or similar
Day 5 St. Petersburg
Free time after breakfast. Our guests who wish may join the extra arranged "Hermitage Museum, Peter and Paul Cathedral and Canal Tours." (90 EUR) The Hermitage Museum is a world-class treasure housing more than four million works, ranging from the "Golden Man" to the world's oldest carpets, from the door of the Kaaba to unique examples of modern art. Converted into a museum after the Bolshevik Revolution, the palace was skillfully protected during World War II from Nazi invasions targeting artworks. On this tour, where the historic summer and winter palaces will be visited, you will enjoy hearing from our guide about the creation process of one of the world's most impressive museums and its importance in Russian cultural history. After our tour, our next stop is the Peter and Paul Fortress. This fortress, the first built by Tsar Peter I, who founded the city, has great strategic importance in military terms. The fact that important names such as Dostoevsky, Trotsky, and Alexander, the brother of Lenin, were held here for a time gives the fortress a special historical significance. Then we continue with the Neva River Canal Tour. On our tour, guided by the guide, we will see St. Petersburg from the canals and extend all the way to the Neva River. After the tour, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken as an extra during free time at a place to be determined by the guide.
Dinner: Will be taken as an extra during free time at a place to be determined by the guide.
Accommodation: Hotel Cosmos Pulkovskaya St Petersburg 4* or similar
Day 6 St. Petersburg
After breakfast at our hotel, room check-out and free time. Our guests who wish may join the extra arranged Pushkin Tsar Town Tour and Peterhof Palace Tour. (150 EUR) This area, listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, offers visitors a true Russian fairy tale with its palaces, gardens, and elegant Rococo architecture. The dazzling Amber Room of Catherine Palace is one of the world's most famous decorative art examples, crafted from five tons of pure amber. The town's landscape, delicately designed by Dutch and English gardeners, bears traces of different cultures from around the world, from Turkish baths to Chinese bridges. Important monuments such as the Chesme Column and the Kagul Obelisk also add to the historical richness of the area. Then we will visit Peterhof; with its magnificent gardens, legendary fountains, views of the Baltic Sea, and enormous water jets, it is one of St. Petersburg’s most visited places. Thanks to the canal opening to the Baltic Sea in the palace garden, you will see a unique water architecture. In addition, Peter and Paul Cathedral captivates visitors with its architecture and historical texture. After the tour, free time and airport transfer at the time determined by our guide.
Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken as an extra during free time at a place to be determined by the guide.
Dinner: Will be taken as an extra during free time at a place to be determined by the guide.
Day 7 St Petersburg – Istanbul
After ticket, baggage, and passport procedures, depart for Istanbul on Ajet Airlines scheduled flight. Arrival in Istanbul.
What's Included
✅ Istanbul – Moscow, St Petersburg – Istanbul Economy Class Flight Tickets with Ajet Airlines
✅ Moscow – St Petersburg high-speed train ticket
✅ Local transportation services
✅ Professional Turkish-speaking guiding service
✅ 2 nights of accommodation with breakfast in 4* hotels in Moscow
✅ 2 nights of accommodation with breakfast in 4* hotels in St Petersburg
✅ Customs duties
✅ Panoramic city tours specified in the program
✅ Airport taxes and service charges
✅ Moscow City Tour
✅ St Petersburg City Tour
✅ All highway checkpoint and parking fees
✅ Mandatory local guiding services collected in some cities
Not Included
❌ Museum and archaeological site entrance fees.
❌ Russia Visa
❌ Extra tours
❌ Hotel accommodation and tourist city taxes (40 EUR per person)
❌ Lunch and dinner meals
❌ All excursions and tours not specified in the program.
❌ Optional driver and guide tips
❌ Exit fee and travel health insurance
FLIGHT INFORMATION
VF277 05.09.2026 - 00:40/04:50
VF292 10.09.2026 - 02:00/05:55
VF277 19.09.2026 - 00:40/04:50
VF292 24.09.2026 - 02:00/05:55
VF277 3.10.2026 - 00:40/04:50
VF292 08.10.2026 - 02:00/05:55
VF277 17.10.2026 - 00:40/04:50
VF292 22.10.2026 - 02:00/05:55
VF277 14.11.2026 - 00:15/04:50
VF292 19.11.2026 - 03:45/07:40
VF277 28.11.2026 - 00:15/04:50
VF292 03.12.2026 - 03:45/07:40
INFORMATION
- To shop and spend money in all countries included in the program during the tour, it is sufficient to have USD/EUR with us. In regions where local currency is used, the guide will assist with currency exchange.
- During the trip, comfortable walking shoes or sneakers should be preferred. It is advisable to bring a cardigan or similar clothing for the night.
- On our tours, seat rotation (seat changes) is applied daily in the seating plan, and no fixed seat or front seat guarantee is given. Seat changes are organized by the tour guide.
- To bring goods (alcohol, cigarettes, etc.) when entering Turkey from abroad, a minimum stay of 3 days is required.
- Duty-free shopping limits when entering Turkey from abroad: Cigarettes: 3 cartons , Alcoholic Beverages: 1 liter of alcoholic beverage (excluding alcoholic beverages containing more than 22% alcohol, wine and champagne) , Alcoholic Beverages: 2 liters of alcoholic beverage (including alcoholic beverages containing less than 22% alcohol, wine and champagne) , Perfume: 600 ml , Makeup or Skincare Products: 5 items , Chocolate and Confectionery: 2 kg ,Coffee: 1 kg ,Tea: 1 kg
- In the tour program, guides may make changes to the flow of the program depending on weather and road conditions, provided that all places listed in the program are shown.
- Guests who register for the tour have the right to cancel free of charge up to 30 days before departure. If there are fewer than 30 days left until the tour date, a 30% penalty applies; if there are 20 days or less left, a 100% penalty applies. Documents submitted together with the participant's cancellation request, such as hospital reports obtained from authorities in Turkey, workplace permission documents, etc., are unfortunately not accepted for the cancellation of the hotel and services they will receive outside Turkey.
-Our tour program is organized with a minimum participation requirement of 25 people. If sufficient participation is not achieved for the trip, the latest cancellation notification date is 20 days before the tour departure. The tour canceled due to insufficient participation will be notified by LİDYA TOUR.
-In cases where only category information is provided in the tour program without specifying names and/or options are available for the same destination, the hotel(s) will be announced by LİDYA TOUR 2 days before the tour departure.
-During periods such as fairs, congresses, concerts, events, sports tournaments, etc., hotels may be used at distances greater than those specified in km.
- 3-person rooms are provided according to hotel availability, and in such rooms the bed assigned to the 3rd person is smaller than standard beds. 3-person rooms consist of 1 large bed + 1 extra bed. Since the extra beds are foldable and called coach beds, participants in the tour who make reservations for the 3rd person and/or children are deemed to have accepted the possible congestion in the room and the type of bed. Child discounts are valid for only one child in the relevant age group staying with 2 adults.
-The breakfasts included in the tour program are served in accordance with the breakfast culture of the country where we are staying and are generally presented with a limited menu called continental breakfast, consisting of butter, jam, bread, tea or coffee, and may be served in a separate hall allocated to the group.
-The panoramic city tours included in the tour package are tours organized for the general introduction of the cities, lasting at most 2-3 hours, including panoramic commentary from the vehicle and not including museum or archaeological site admissions. LİDYA TOUR is not responsible for the inability to carry out panoramic tours, including other tours specified in the program, if they cannot be conducted on the day and time of the tour because local authorities do not allow visits or entries, or due to closed roads because of any event, or when weather conditions make the tour impossible. Some tours may be conducted by public transportation or on foot where possible at closed roads or points where vehicle entry is not allowed.
- During travel, waiting times at customs gates crossed by road may exceed the standard duration, and LİDYA TOUR cannot be held responsible for any inconveniences arising from these waiting times.
-Extra tours are organized by the local LİDYA TOUR service provider with a minimum participation of 20 people. If the required number is not reached, the excursions cannot be carried out, or the prices, content, and vehicle used for the extra excursion may vary depending on the number of participants. In addition, the days and times of the tours may be changed by the guide depending on the open/closed status of museums and archaeological sites at the destinations and weather conditions.
- Extra tours are optional and not mandatory. Passengers who do not wish to participate in extra tours organized during the tour are deemed to have accepted to wait at a suitable rest stop along the route. These passengers are dropped off at a roadside rest area before the extra tour begins and picked up from the point where they were dropped off after the tour is completed.
- For those participating in tours by plane, the check-in and boarding procedures are personal responsibilities and must be completed by the guest before the flight at the relevant airline counters at the airport or online on the airlines' websites.
- LİDYA TOUR is not responsible for passengers who do not show up at the airport at the times announced by LİDYA TOUR for participation in the tour, who do not complete check-in and boarding on time, or who complete check-in and boarding on time but do not board the plane, and therefore cannot take the flight. Any costs for new round-trip airline tickets required for people who miss the plane in order to join the tour, as well as all transfer expenses in the destination region, are their responsibility.
- LİDYA TOUR acts as an intermediary institution between the airline and the passenger and is subject to the Hague Protocol dated 28.09.1955. There may be a risk of delays on scheduled and special flights, or times may change before the current trip and flight. LİDYA TOUR is obliged to notify these changes as soon as possible. The passenger has purchased the trip accepting the risk of schedule changes. Children aged 0-2 do not pay airport tax and airport service fees.
-The vehicle types used in our tours are classified as follows according to the number of people. The vehicle types below are assigned according to the number of participants in each tour.
Buses: (Used for 25 - 46 people) *Mercedes Travego/Tourismo *NEOPLAN Cityliner/Tourliner -*Temsa Safir/Maraton *Man Fortuna
Midibuses: (Used for 17 - 24 people) *Isuzu Turkuaz , *Otokar Mega
Minibuses: (Used for up to 16 people) *Vw Volt , *Mercedes Sprinter
-All guests are deemed to have completed the purchase of the tour by accepting the above-mentioned items.
- Book Now & Pay Later. · Make your reservation now, pay anytime before the tour starts.