Best Of Russia – Northern Lights Special

Route MAP

Moscow → Murmansk → Petersburg

Explore Russia Your Ultimate Northern Lights Tour Itinerary

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day journey through Russia with the Best of Russia – Northern Lights Special tour, designed to showcase the stunning beauty and rich culture of this vast country. The adventure begins in Moscow, where you will explore iconic landmarks such as the Red Square, St. Basil’s Cathedral, and the Christ the Saviour Cathedral during a guided city tour. Experience unique views of the city from the Sparrow Hill Cable Car and delve into the artistic ambiance of Moscow’s famous metro stations. After soaking in the capital’s vibrant atmosphere, fly to Murmansk, the heart of the Russian Lapland, where the magic of the Northern Lights awaits you. Enjoy exhilarating activities like a visit to the Saami Village, where you can interact with reindeer and huskies, as well as thrilling husky sleigh rides and snowmobile adventures. Next, travel to St. Petersburg, renowned for its cultural heritage, where you will visit the magnificent Hermitage Museum, home to millions of artworks, and the Grand Maket, a stunning miniature model of Russia. Conclude your tour by returning to Moscow via the high-speed Sapsan train, allowing you to reflect on the memories created during this remarkable journey. This tour combines cultural experiences, breathtaking natural wonders, and delightful culinary offerings, ensuring an enriching experience for all travelers.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

AIRLINE AND AIRFARE
• The airfare is based on the fare structure existing as on 1st May 2024.
• Any further increase in the airfare due to an increase in the fuel price, change in Government regulations, taxes, etc., charged by the airline will have to be borne by the passengers.
• Passengers missing flights to note that the entire ticket gets no show and new return ticket needs to be bought by the passengers themselves.

HOTELS
• All hotels will be either around the airport area or on the outskirts.
• Most hotels in Europe have only Twin beds. The double bed will be Queen size and not King size.
• As a 3rd person in a triple room, most hotels use rollaway beds and room size may be the same as the double room.
• Most hotel rooms in Europe may not be air conditioned / air cooled nor will fans be provided. Air conditioning / cooling in hotels are set as per European weather conditions.
• Functioning of Air cooling / Air conditioning in hotels is subject to official declaration of summer by the local authority.
• The average room size of the hotels in Europe are between 16 – 20 sq. mts.
• Most hotels in Europe do not provide tea kettles in the rooms.
• Any damage caused to the hotel rooms during your stay shall be payable by the passengers.
• We also reserve the right to substitute a hotel of similar class if it is deemed advisable or necessary.
COACHES
• Most of your journey in Europe is by coach and hence you are requested to keep the coach clean.
• Due to hygienic reasons, it is not permitted to use toilets on the coach. However, the tour manager will make comfort stops during long drives.
• Eating & drinking is not permitted on the coach.
• One check-in bag and one handbag per person only, due to limited boot space on the coach.
• Coaches are non-wheelchair compliant. There are steps to board / alight from the coach.

MEALS
• Meals are pre–set and a–la carte is not possible.
• On certain days, a packed lunch will be provided

SIGHTSEEING
• On certain departures, we may sometimes amend / reverse the itinerary. However, all the services / inclusions will remain the same.
• Generally, you will have to walk to sightseeing places, amusement parks and at the airports sometimes for a long distance; however, the same will be timely instructed by the Tour Manager. It is advisable to carry a good pair of comfortable sports shoes. The tour manager and the driver will do their best to get you as close to the monuments as possible.
• In the case of missing a paid entrance due to sudden closure or non-availability the same will be replaced by another visit of similar value and / or type or a refund will be provided

GENERAL

• A local representative or a driver may only be there to assist you during your initial part of the tour.
• Security alerts and random closures might affect the itinerary.
• Please take extra care of your personal belongings while on the tour, every country you travel to is prone to thefts and bag snatching. SOTC will not be liable for any loss of belongings / baggage.
• SOTC shall not accept any liability or responsibility for any damages, loss, baggage loss, theft, injury, accident, death, breakdown or irregularity, which may occur in carrying out the tour arrangement, weather conditions, strikes, war, quarantine and any other cause whatsoever and all such loss or expense must be borne by the passengers. Insurance policies must be carried while on tour.
• The management reserves the right to claim any additional expenses incurred due to delays or changes in schedules of train, airplane, bus, ship or other services.
• The Tour Manager and the company reserves the right to amend the itinerary, alter, vary or withdraw any particular departure, excursion advertised. For the convenience of our passengers, we will sometimes amend the itinerary. However, all the services will remain the same.
• There are no refunds for any services i.e., meals, sightseeing etc. not utilized on your tour.
• All optional activities will have to be booked and paid to the Tour Manager on Day 01 of the tour. Payments to be made by cash in the currency as mentioned in your tour price only. (Credit or Debit cards not accepted).
• Optional tours are booked & paid on 100% non-refundable & non cancellation policy.
• In case you decide to change the date of your return reservation once confirmed the exact amount payable to the airline will be advised once the same is confirmed.
• The images used in this brochure are for representation purposes only.
• Tours operated are subject to RBI / GOI regulations.
• Please refer to the Booking Form for detailed “Terms and Conditions”