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3-Day Moscow Tour with Kremlin, River Cruise and VDNH

3 Days Round trip from ulitsa Volkhonka Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Red Square, Alexander Garden, St. Basil's Cathedral, and the elegant GUM department store
  • 02 Discover the Kremlin's Cathedral Square, the Armoury Museum, and the Diamond Fund
  • 03 Cruise along the Moscow River for panoramic views of the city's skyline and landmarks
  • 04 Admire Moscow's Soviet-era metro stations, famed as underground palaces
  • 05 Visit the Memorial Museum of Cosmonautics and trace the story of Soviet space exploration
  • 06 Stroll through Nikolskaya Street, Manege Square, and the relaxing green spaces of Zaryadye Park
  • 07 Experience VDNH Park's grand fountains, republic pavilions, and blend of Soviet history with modern Moscow

Explore Moscow over 3 days with a professional English-speaking guide. Discover the city's iconic landmarks on panoramic and pedestrian tours through Red Square, Nikolskaya Street, Alexander Garden, and Zaryadye Park. Step inside the Kremlin to admire Cathedral Square, the Armoury Museum, and the Diamond Fund, then enjoy panoramic views on a Moscow River cruise. Complete your experience with the artistic grandeur of the Soviet-era metro, the Memorial Museum of Cosmonautics, and the historic fountains and pavilions of VDNH Park.

Step inside the Kremlin to admire Cathedral Square, the Armoury Museum, and the Diamond Fund, then enjoy panoramic views on a Moscow River cruise.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
City Moscow
Languages English, Italian

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Panoramic Moscow Tour and Historic Center Walk

  • Meet your English-speaking guide in your hotel lobby.
  • Begin with a panoramic city tour by car or minivan, passing the city's most famous landmarks, sights, and monuments. Enjoy several photo stops at remarkable locations.

  • Benefit from convenient pickup and drop-off at your hotel or preferred location.

  • Appreciate the comfort of the vehicle in any weather, making this tour suitable for families with children or elderly travelers.

  • On request, you can include a visit to Christ the Saviour Cathedral, its panoramic platforms, and the cable cars at Sparrow Hills.

  • Take a break for free time at lunch, then transfer by metro to the city center.

  • Continue with a pedestrian tour through the historic center. Explore the Bolshoi Theatre and Lubyanka Square. Stroll along Nikolskaya Street with its festive lights and architectural beauty. Admire Manege Square and the iconic Red Square. Visit Alexander Garden with the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Marvel at the exterior of St. Basil's Cathedral. Walk through the GUM department store. Relax in Zaryadye Park.

  • On request, add interactive multimedia attractions such as the flight simulator over Moscow or Russia.

2
Day 02

Kremlin Treasures and Moscow River Cruise

  • Meet your guide at the hotel lobby and proceed to the Kremlin.
  • Walk through the historic Kremlin grounds and view the Tsar Cannon and Tsar Bell. Explore the cathedrals of Cathedral Square. Visit the Armoury Museum to see royal artifacts and treasures. Continue to the Diamond Fund Exhibition to admire rare jewels and historical gems.

  • Transfer to the pier by metro for a Moscow River cruise. Relax in comfort while enjoying panoramic views of the city from the water. Admire the skyline and architectural highlights while dining at the onboard restaurant (meal not included).

  • Return to your hotel by metro after the cruise.

3
Day 03

Moscow Metro, Cosmonautics Museum, and VDNH Park

  • Start with a guided Moscow Metro tour, often called the Underground Palaces of the Soviet Era. Discover stations decorated with mosaics, chandeliers, bronze statues, and marble designs. Learn about the Soviet vision, symbolism, and ideology reflected in the architecture.
  • Visit the Memorial Museum of Cosmonautics. Admire the Monument to the Conquerors of Space. Learn about the history of Soviet space exploration, including the first manned space flight, early satellites, space walks, moon missions, and international programs.

  • Take free time for lunch before proceeding to VDNH Park.

  • Explore the Soviet Versailles, featuring fountains such as the Friendship of the People and the Stone Flower. Stroll among pavilions dedicated to different Soviet republics. Experience the atmosphere of both historic Soviet times and the modern, innovative Moscow of today.

  • End the day with a transfer back to your hotel by metro or by optional taxi (taxi cost not included).

Red Square, Saint Basil's Cathedral, Moscow River cruise, VDNH Park fountains

Where this trip takes you

Red Square, Saint Basil's Cathedral, Moscow River cruise, VDNH Park fountains

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from ulitsa Volkhonka 1 city · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • English-speaking guide
  • Entry tickets
  • Metro rides

What's Not Included

  • Food and drinks
  • Souvenirs and personal expenses
  • Tips and gratuities

What to bring

  • The tour includes a visit to the Russian Orthodox Church.
  • Please be sure to wear clothing that covers your legs below the knees.
  • Women should have a scarf to cover their heads.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Hotel lobby
Tour start
ulitsa Volkhonka, 15, Moskva, Russia, 119019
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in ulitsa Volkhonka.

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