Coming Soon... Step on board Singapore Airlines to Moscow Arrive in Moscow early in the morning.A tour of Moscow begins with a walking visit through the red square, the most ancient part of Moscow. There, in the center of a large cobble square, raise the St Basil's Cathedral. At the edge of the square lies the Lenin Mausoleum, the symbol of communist reign. After lunch, check into hotel and the rest of the day will be at leisure. After breakfast, we will proceed with another half-day city-tour. Visit the GUM department store, which was built in the 19th century to house 1000 shops. A former Soviet department store, today an up market shopping arcade. From here we travel across the Moscow River, for a panoramic view of the Kremlin. Then we drive past Novodevichy Convent and the white house of Moscow. Later, visit Assumption Cathedral, which is the largest, oldest and most important of the Kremlin's many churches. In the afternoon, take a train to St. Petersburg arriving in the late evening. St. Peterburg is a city of haunting magnificence, a unique harmonious combination of nature and creative inspiration of architects. This morning, embark on a city tour of St Petersburg visiting Peter & Paul Fortress followed by the magnificent St Isaac's Cathedral and the St. Petersburg University. After breakfast, begin our day with an excursion to the majestic Petrodvorets, the summer Palace outside St Petersburg. Once known as Petershof, it was the summer residence of Czars and is world-famous for its golden Cascade - a steep fall of 64 gilded fountains flowing in front of Grand Palace, (the fountains may not operate during winter). After lunch, visit the winter palace, which is undoubtedly the most famous building of imperial St Petersburg. It is not only a residence of the Tsars and the backdrop for the 1905 and 1917 Revolutions, but also as the home of the Hermitage, the world's largest museum of art. After dinner, transfer to the railway station for overnight train (4 berth sleeper cabin), across the Great Plains from St Petersburg to Moscow.
After breakfast, begin our day with a city tour of this Old Russian town, known as Sergiev Posad. It is celebrated for the trinity Sergius monastery, the heart of Russian Orthodoxy, with its magnificent and harmonious architecture dating from 15-19th centuries, but also for being the hometown of old Russian handicrafts. Sergiev Posad brings you into the world of ancient Russian crafts carefully maintained by craftsmen of today. Visitors will also get a chance to understand the intricate the process of icon painting. Return to Moscow for overnight stay. Upon arriving in Dubai, transfer to hotel for check in and dinner After breakfast, set off on a city tour in Dubai. Visit the Jumeriah Mosque, the Camel Racing Course, the Sheikh's Mohamed Palace and other well-known sites of Dubai. Take a boat trip along the Khor Dubai and view the enchanting man-made city from a different angle. This afternoon, enter the most beautiful hotel of the world, Burj Al Arab. Indulge in a Hi-Tea session at this 7 star hotel, and explore Dubai's signature architecture. Burj Al Arab sits on the 280 meters man-made island, built in 1999. It has 27 storeys and is 321 meters high. The exterior of the building looks like a giant sailing ship. Feast your eyes to the beautiful view of the enchanting city and the sea. This morning, there will be time for some last minute shopping before transferring to the airport for your flight back to Singapore. Arrive Singapore in the morning with fond memories from Russia and Dubai. We hope that you have enjoyed your trip and will be at your service in the near future. |