Moscow to Prague Itinerary

Day 1  Depart Australia

Day 2  Arrive in Moscow
Welcome to Moscow, the capital of Russia. Enjoy time to relax and freshen up before tonight’s group welcome dinner. [D]

Day 3  Moscow
An action-packed day as we explore Moscow. Highlights include Saint Basil’s Cathedral, the famous Red Square and Moscow University. We also take a walk along historic Old Arbat Street, once the most prestigious living area in Moscow, and explore the city’s grand metro, decorated with stunning artwork. [B,L]

Day 4  Depart Moscow
Visit the famous Kremlin, the symbol of Moscow and the USSR during the Cold War. This magnificent architectural ensemble of museums, cathedrals, palaces and towers is situated along the Moskva River. After sightseeing, we enjoy dinner before boarding the sleeper train to Novgorod. [B,D]

Day 5  Arrive in Novgorod
On arrival in Novgorod we explore the historic town centre with its Kremlin and St Sophia Cathedral. We also admire the town's unique wooden buildings and visit a museum of wooden architecture. [B,L,D]

Day 6  Novgorod - St Petersburg
We travel north to the inspirational city of St Petersburg, the birthplace of the Russian revolution. Here, we enjoy a fascinating tour of the lavish Peterhof Grand Palace with its richly gilded Ballroom and the splendid Throne Room. We also explore the magnificent gardens which feature more than 140 fountains as well as numerous statues and pavilions. [B,D]

Day 7  St Petersburg
St Petersburg has a real European feel to it with its many canals and waterways. Today we enjoy a full day of sightseeing including a visit to the Peter and Paul Fortress, the burial place of the Russian tsars. This afternoon we visit the world-famous Hermitage Museum which houses the largest collection of paintings in the world. [B,L]

Day 8  St Petersburg
Enjoy a day at leisure. Visit the museums, go shopping or walk the beautiful gardens that surround this grand city. [B]

Day 9  St Petersburg - Tallinn
Today we cross the Russian border into neighbouring Estonia. [B]

Day 10  Tallinn
We step back in time today as we enjoy a tour of medieval Tallinn, the capital of Estonia. Founded in 1154 it is one of the oldest cities on the Baltic Sea and has remained largely unchanged over the years. The old town, which is mostly car-free, was once enclosed by thick medieval walls, of which long stretches still exist today. The afternoon is at leisure for you to further explore the striking cobblestoned alleyways and curving streets of this historic city. [B]

Day 11  Tallinn - Riga
Today we visit travel through the Baltic states to the Latvian capital of Riga. [B]

Day 12  Riga
We take a city tour of Riga including the town square, St Peter’s Church, the ancient Hanseatic city and the Freedom Monument.  In Old Riga we visit the Dome Cathedral, dominating the small square in which it stands it features the largest organ in Europe with 6,768 pipes. The afternoon is at leisure for you to further explore this wonderful city.  [B]

Day 13  Riga - Vilnius
Today we travel on to Vilnius, visiting the sacred pilgrimage site of the Hill of Crosses, an experience not to be missed! Here you will find more than 100,000 crosses carved out of wood or sculpted from metal. The crosses range in size from three metres tall to countless tiny examples hanging on the larger crosses. [B]

Day 14  Vilnius
A day of history as we tour the beautiful city of Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania and rich with history. Highlights include the Cathedral Square in the heart of the old town and the Gediminas Tower Church of St Ann built in the 16th century. We also visit the Peter and Paul Cathedral, the Gates of Dawn and the historic university. [B]

Day 15  Vilnius  -  Warsaw
Travelling west today we cross the border into Poland. At the geographic heart of Europe, Poland is rich with rolling hills and thick forests. [B]

Day 16  Warsaw
This morning we take a tour of Warsaw, the capital of Poland. Our sightseeing includes a drive along the Royal Route and a visit to the Monument to the Heroes of the Warsaw Ghetto. We then take a stroll through the old town the buildings here are strikingly beautiful, particularly in the old town square.  [B]

Day 17  Warsaw - Krakow
Today we visit Krakow whose beauty is rivaled only by Prague. Krakow is full of medieval and mysterious streets rich in culture and history. En route we visit Auschwitz concentration camp which stands as a poignant reminder of the horrors of World War II. [B]

Day 18  Krakow
This morning we continue our touring to the World Heritage-listed Wieliczka Salt Mine. In the afternoon we tour Krakow which is centered around its historic and colourful town square. [B]

Day 19  Krakow - Prague
Today we arrive in Prague one of the only cities left intact after World War II, it’s a true gem and regarded by many as the beautiful city in Europe. [B] 

Day  20  Cesky Krumlov
Today we drive through the picturesque countryside to the Southern Bohemian town of Cesky Krumlov. Surrounded by historical houses and Baroque style gardens this UNESCO listed town lies on the banks of the River Valta. Here we take a guided walking tour of the town which includes the impressive Cesky Krumlov Castle, the second largest castle complex in the Czech Republic. Later we return to Prague.  [B]

Day 21  Prague
We enjoy an extensive tour of Prague today including the Hradcany Castle, the Jewish quarter and Wenceslas Square. Our tour finishes with a visit to the Old town Square with its famous Astronomical Clock. Tonight we enjoy a group farewell dinner. [B,D]

Day 22  Depart Prague
Enjoy the morning at leisure before we begin our journey home. [B]

Day 23  Arrive in Australia

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