Tour of Tallinn, Helsinki & St Petersburg
Tour of Tallinn, Helsinki & St Petersburg
Tour of Tallinn, Helsinki & St Petersburg
8 Days Starting in Tallinn and ending in St. Petersburg
Visiting: Tallinn, Helsinki, Saint Petersburg
Tour operator:
Tour code:
GBT
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 8
Physical rating:
Low
Age range:
10-99
Special diets catered:
VegetariansVegans
Tour operated in:
English , German , SpanishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Discover unique experiences in the places everyone dream to visit. Explore the mediaeval Tallinn, the marvellous city of Helsinki and the magic of Russia's second city. In Tallinn, we will see: the old town, the Toompea castle, the Dome church, the Nevsky Cathedral. In Helsinki, we will see: the city centre the, Senate Square with the Lutheran Cathedral, the Mannerheim Street, the Parliament Building, the Finlandia Hall, the Sibelius Monument, the Church-in-the-Rock, Suomenlinna (optional). In St. Petersburg we will see the Winter Palace, St. Isaac’s Cathedral, the Church of the Bleeding Savior, the Nevsky Convent, the Hermitage Art Museum (optional),Zarskoye Selo and Catherine’s Palace (optional), the Perehof Palace (optional) and much more.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Tallinn
Location: Tallinn
Accommodation: Hotel
Arrival in Tallinn, optional transfer to Hotel Radisson Blu Olympia**** or similar, check-in, welcome meeting.
Day 2 : Tallinn
Location: Tallinn
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Tallinn is a charming blend of mediaeval tranquillity and modern urban life.
The mediaeval Old Town is a busy place in the summer with its many shops, galleries, souvenir markets, outdoor cafés and restaurants.
The sightseeing tour takes us around the old mediaeval city walls and into the Old Town where we see Toompea Castle, the Dome Church, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, medieval Old Town Hall and Great Guild Hall.
In the afternoon an optional excursion is offered to Kadriorg Park and visit to KUMU, the award-winning new Estonian art museum, with its collections of classic and contemporary fine art.
The evening offers an optional dinner at Restaurant Maikrahv.
Day 3 : Tallinn-Helsinki
Location: Tallinn
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
This day offers an optional day excursion to Lahemaa National Park, where we visit Palmse Manor, a memorial to the von Pahlen family, and Sagadi Manor. The tour ends with a visit to the charming 16th century Vihula Manor and the Vodka Museum. After lunch break, we head back to Tallinn to take the ferry to Helsinki and enjoy a refreshing tour through the Finnish archipelago before arriving in Helsinki. Upon arrival, we are transferred to our hotel and check-in at Hotel Radisson Blu Seaside**** or similar.
Day 4 : Helsinki
Location: Helsinki
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Helsinki is truly located at the crossroads of Western and Eastern culture and this is reflected everywhere in the green and lively Finnish capital. The sightseeing tour takes us around the harbours and the Senate Square with the Lutheran Cathedral, up central Mannerheim Street and by the Parliament Building, the Finlandia Hall, and the Sibelius Monument and for a visit at the famous Church-in-the-Rock. The afternoon offers an optional excursion to Suomenlinna Fortress, a cultural treasure which construction was started in the 18th century as a sea fortress. Located on an island, fortress is a unique attraction for visitors. The evening offers optional Finnish dinner at Restaurant Salve.
Day 5 : Helsinki-St. Petersburg
Location: Helsinki
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we continue eastbound to St. Petersburg. Shortly after crossing the border into Russia we drive through Vyborg, and continue to St. Petersburg. In the late afternoon we arrive in St. Petersburg and check-in at Hotel Sokos Vasilievsky**** or similar.
Day 6 : Saint Petersburg
Location: Saint Petersburg
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
St. Petersburg is an amazing city. Its imperial palaces and museums enjoy worldwide fame, while the Neva River and the many canals have deservedly given the city the title of Venice of the North.
During the morning sightseeing tour we get acquainted with all the splendours of the city: the Peter-Paul Fortress, the Winter Palace, St. Isaac’s Cathedral, the Church of the Bleeding Savior, the Nevsky Convent and much more.
The afternoon offers an optional excursion to Zarskoye Selo with the impressive Catherine’s Palace and the Amber Room, which vanished during World War II and was restored for St. Petersburg’s tri-centennial celebrations.
In the evening enjoy an optional visit to the Nikolaevsky Palace with an exciting Russian folklore show and Russian „champagne” and snacks.
Day 7 : Saint Petersburg
Location: Saint Petersburg
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
The morning is reserved for an optional visit to Peterhof, an uncontested masterpiece of the time of Peter the Great, with the impressive Grand Palace, Grand Cascade and Water Avenue and its wonderful parks.
In the afternoon, an optional visit to the world-famous Hermitage Art Museum is offered.
In the evening enjoy an optional Russian dinner at Restaurant Pryanosti & Radosti.
Day 8 : Saint Petersburg
Location: Saint Petersburg
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel and optional transfer to the airport.
What's Included
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Service of English, German, Italian and Spanish speaking tour escort on all tours
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Ferry ticket Tallinn-Helsinki OW (2nd class)
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Fully Guided
Guide assistance during the whole tour
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Porterage at hotels
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Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation
Free wi-fi at the hotel (if available)
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Welcome meeting with champagne-cocktail or juice
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1st class motor coaches or 1st class minivans throughout the itinerary
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Local Taxes
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Entrance Fees
Entrances to medieval Great Guild Hall in Tallinn, Church-in-the-Rock in Helsinki and Peter-Paul Fortress in St. Petersburg
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Personalized welcome package
What's Not Included
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Airport Transfers at Destination
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Train Tickets
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Country Entry Visas
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Meals – Full Board
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Game Drives on Safari
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Anything not specified under included
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Tipping and Gratuities
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All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
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Drinks with Meals
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Meals – Half Board
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International Travel
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1 bottle of Mineral Water per person per day
Optional Extras
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Russian dinner at Restaurant Pryanosti & Radosti
Russian dinner at Restaurant Pryanosti & Radosti: EUR 50.00 pp
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6-hour excursion to Lahemaa National Park
6-hour excursion to Lahemaa National Park: EUR 70.00 pp
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Finnish dinner at Restaurant Salve
Finnish dinner at Restaurant Salve: EUR 60.00 pp
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Transfer airport-hotel in Tallinn with private minivan (4-7 persons)
Transfer airport-hotel in Tallinn: EUR 35.00 with private car (1-3 persons), EUR 55.00 with private minivan (4-7 persons)
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Transfer hotel-airport in St. Petersburg with private car (1-3 persons)
Transfer hotel-airport in St. Petersburg: EUR 70.00 with private car (1-3 persons), EUR 90.00 with private minivan (4-7 persons)
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3-hour excursion to Kadriorg Park and visit to KUMU
3-hour excursion to Kadriorg Park and visit to KUMU: EUR 40.00 pp
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4-hour excursion to Zarskoye Selo and visit to Catherine’s Palace
4-hour excursion to Zarskoye Selo and visit to Catherine’s Palace: EUR 80.00 pp
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Transfer hotel-airport in St. Petersburg with private minivan (4-7 persons)
Transfer hotel-airport in St. Petersburg: EUR 70.00 with private car (1-3 persons), EUR 90.00 with private minivan (4-7 persons)
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Visit to folklore show at the Nikolaevsky Palace
Visit to folklore show at the Nikolaevsky Palace: EUR 65.00 pp
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Transfer airport-hotel in Tallinn with private car (1-3 persons)
Transfer airport-hotel in Tallinn: EUR 35.00 with private car (1-3 persons), EUR 55.00 with private minivan (4-7 persons)
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3-hour visit to the Hermitage Art Museum
3-hour visit to the Hermitage Art Museum: EUR 50.00 pp
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Medieval dinner at Restaurant Maikrahv
Medieval dinner at Restaurant Maikrahv: EUR 40.00 pp
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4-hour excursion to Peterhof and visit to the Grand Palace
4-hour excursion to Peterhof and visit to the Grand Palace: EUR 75.00 pp
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Half board at hotels (7 x 3 course dinner with coffee/tea)
Half board at hotels (7 x 3-course dinner with coffee/tea): EUR 255.00 pp
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3-hour excursion with water bus to the Suomenlinna Fortress
3-hour excursion with water bus to the Suomenlinna Fortress: EUR 60.00 pp
Check out our Q&As
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What is the tipping policy?
We suggest 10 Eur per person for the guides and 5 Eur per person for the bus driver
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes, accommodation details will be sent 3 weeks prior the departure of the tour
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
Wi-Fi is free if available at the hotel
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes, children are welcome for this tour
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes, we can offer pre and post stay at the same hotel booked for the tour. Price information will be shared separately.
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
Normally we are looking for 1 luggage per participant
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What is the maximum group size?
Generally the maximum group size is 30 pax
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Yes, there is a supplement for single room
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
The cost for visa has to be covered by the guests. We only provide invitation letter if required
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
Yes, the tour planning includes at least one half day for private visits
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
No, only the ones specified in the program
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Are vaccinations required for this tour?
No
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What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
The minimum group size of 1 pax is always guaranteed
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
4* hotels
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
The guides are English speaking but the we can offer the tour in German, Italian, Spanish
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What currencies are required for this tour?
Euro and Rubles
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Are flights included in this tour?
No, flight are not included
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Company Instant Book
yes
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Are pet accepted?
Unfortunately pets are not accepted
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
No, they are optional
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes, the coach has air conditioning
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Normal, regular
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
This tour requires a tourist visa for Russia for most passport holders. We DO NOT provide Visa services, but we’ll issue the Visa support letter. Valid visa must be obtained by the traveller before visiting Russia. Please note that the grant or refusal of the Russia Visa is at the sole discretion of the Russian authorities.
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
The tour includes a guide for the guided cities visit as well as for all the tranfsers between cities
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
Yes
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