Russia with CIS Tour Package
Stunning Moscow and St Petersburg City Tour Package 5 Nights
The largest continent and country in the world need no introduction. Russia is the most popular travel destination and famous educational hub. The country has it all. The mountains, lakes, rivers, waterfalls, nature, wildlife and more. Two most famous places in Russia, Moscow and Saint Petersburg, draw travellers from every corner. The major cities in Russia still retain their original glory. From architectural bliss to colourful Kremlin and majestic metro stations. Other far-away cities and regions like Siberia and the Far East offer breathtaking sights to witness. Like the tundra and the Northern Lights. Russia along with the CIS countries is unlike anything you’ve ever dreamed of.
Itinerary
Arrive in Moscow
- Day 1 of the tour, arrival at Moscow International Airport.
- After being greeted by our representative, you will transfer to the hotel in an A/C vehicle on a private basis. (The hotel check-in is at 14:00hrs.)
- The evening is free for leisure/activities.
- You can also visit the famous Russian Circus Show.
- Overnight at the hotel in Moscow.
(Note: On day 1, the A/C vehicle service will be for Airport-Hotel transfers than for circus transfers.)
Moscow Exploration
- After buffet breakfast at the hotel, you will meet our English speaking guide at the hotel lobby at 10:00 hrs to proceed for the below city tour by A/C vehicle.
- First, go for a metro tour to explore some beautiful stations around Moscow.
(The Moscow metro is one of the most extensive and heavily travelled subway systems in the world, but it also serves as a sort of museum of Russian history. Opened in 1935, the marble walls, high ceilings, stained glass, mosaics and chandeliers were a testament to the values of Joseph Stalin and his Communist party).Exit and head to the Red Square for a walking tour of the below attractions:
- Red square
- Kremlin Inside territory with Cathedrals (Entrance Included).
- St Basil’s Cathedral ( Outside )
- Lenin mausoleum( Outside )
- Gum shopping centre
- Panoramic City tour (Sparrow hills / Moscow State University / Stalin Buildings / White House /Victory Park View / Cathedrals of Christ The Savior / Bolshoi Theatre ) with English Speaking Guide.
4. Next, visit the Cosmonautics Museum (Entrance Included) and the Federation Tower.
5. Overnight at the hotel in Moscow.
(Note: On day 2: English speaking guide & A/C vehicle service from 10:00 hrs morning till 18:00 Hours.)
- Check-out from the Moscow hotel and head to the railway station in an A/C vehicle on a private basis.
- You will ride the Sapsan High-Speed train from Moscow to Saint Petersburg (the 02nd economy class train ticket included in cost). (Supplement if you upgrade to First Class @245 USD PER PERSON)
- Overnight at the hotel in Saint Petersburg.
- On arrival, transfer to the hotel in an A/C vehicle on a private basis. (Hotel check-in is at 14:00 hours).
Saint Petersburg Exploration
- After buffet breakfast at the hotel, at 10:00 hrs, you will meet our English speaking guide at the hotel lobby to proceed with the below tour by A/C vehicle.
- Visit the Hermitage Museum (Entrance tickets included in cost) with English speaking guide.
- Next visit the Palace Square (Main public square which is the heart of St Petersburg city with a history of revolution)
- Visit the Kazan Cathedral (Entrance free) with English speaking guide.
- This will be followed by a visit to the Church on the Savior of Spilled blood (Entrance Included).
- Continue city tour with photo stop from outside –
- Peter & Paul Fortress Territory
- The Bronze Horseman.
- The Spit of Basil’s Island
- St. Isaac’s cathedral
- The Cruiser Auroradddddddd
- Overnight at the hotel in Saint Petersburg.
(Note: English speaking guide and A/C vehicle service will be from 10:00 hour morning till 19:00 hour)
Saint Petersburg Exploration
- After buffet breakfast at the hotel, at 10:00 hrs, you will meet our English speaking guide at the hotel lobby to proceed with the below tour by A/C vehicle.
- Today, you will visit the Catherine Palace (Entrance Included).
- In the evening, visit the Neva River Canal Cruise (Subject to weather conditions).
- Overnight at the hotel in Saint Petersburg.
(Note: English speaking guide and A/C vehicle service will be from 10:00 hour’s morning till 19:00 hours)
Saint Petersburg – Airport
- After buffet breakfast at the hotel, check-out from the hotel at 12:00 hours. Transfer from the hotel to the airport for your onwards flight to India.
(Note: On the 6th day: A/C vehicle service will be for the hotel to the airport transfers only.)
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Though having an enormous landmass, there are a handful of top destinations in Russia to visit. Moscow being the head of the country receives much footfall annually. But the blissful St. Petersburg is not far off from being visited by tourists. The far-off regions like Siberia also witness tourists mainly for the Northern Lights and the calm beauty of the tundra. Mixing your Russia tour with CIS countries creates an even better trip.
The Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) is basically a regional intergovernmental organization. It was first formed in 1991. Formed following the separation of the Soviet Union. The member countries of the CIS is Azerbaijan, Armenia, Belarus, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan. Along with Moldova, Tajikistan, Russia, and Uzbekistan.
While visiting the Russian part of the world, include CIS countries to highlight your trip. Traverse along the rugged terrains and open meadows. Seep into the culture of various countries and wander around the beautiful architecture. Russia with CIS tour will enlighten you about the countries. Take you across top tourist places in CIS countries and give you an opportunity to soak into the atmosphere of the European life.
When to visit CIS countries?
For a traveller, anytime is a good time to travel. Yes! Every season has different aspects in weather, things to do or see. For the CIS countries, the time of travel may differ. But early spring and autumn are ideal, when the weather is cooler and pleasant.
To catch the northern lights, you can travel to higher parts of Russia in Murmansk. The temperatures are cold almost throughout the year. You will receive many snow sports and excursions. Hence, the best time to visit Russia is the early spring and the fall season during October.
The best time to visit Armenia is during autumn. The air is crisp, dry and perfect for outdoor activities. Belarus is also ideal to visit during autumn, between mid May to mid September. The best time to visit Azerbaijan is between April to June. The months between September and October are also pleasant to explore the country. Uzbekistan is pleasant during April to May and September to November.
Kyrgyzstan is lively during the summers, the temperatures are about 30 degrees. It is a comfortable temperature. The months July and August are the best time to visit Kyrgyzstan. Apr-May or Sep-Oct are the two best seasons to visit Kazakhstan.
Moldova provides comfortable weather almost year round. The months of April or May are not too hot for outdoor exploration and bird watching. Tajikistan has a continental climate. The weather is hot during the summers and cold during the winters. So, the ideal time to visit Tajikistan is June to September.
How to visit CIS countries?
You may need to take months of holiday to explore all 9 CIS countries. But with the help of Nixtour, you can select some of our Russia with CIS tour package. This package will include all the best sites to explore. And what’s even better is that we know when is the right time to visit these places. And also convenient transportation to travel.
The Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) have different visa regulations. You can check with the government websites if visas are required in certain countries. Or contact the consulate of the country that you plan to travel to. The visa for CIS countries are for travellers outside these countries. For instance, the citizens of all countries require a Belarus visa, except for those citizens within CIS.
Best places to visit in Russia with CIS countries
Thinking of exploring the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS)? Then you are in for a treat. These countries are blessed with landscapes, culture, tradition, heritage, history and more. Every country has a story to tell. And there are so many tourist attractions waiting for you to visit. With a bag full of places out there, some of the noteworthy places to visit in CIS countries are as follows.
- Tashkent in Uzbekistan
- Almaty in Kazakhstan
- Baku in Azerbaijan
- St. Petersburg in Russia
- Bishkek in Kyrgyzstan
- Tbilisi in Georgia
- Yerevan in Armenia
FAQs
No, since 2018 Ukraine stopped participating as a CIS country because of the 2014 conflict with Russia over Crimea.
There are a total of nine countries under Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS). Azerbaijan, Armenia, Belarus, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan. Along with Moldova, Tajikistan, Russia, and Uzbekistan.
You will need to consult with your country’s travel company for visa requirements. Since different countries have certain requirements.
