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All-inclusive private tour: Moscow Highlights Overview tour and River Cruise

All-inclusive private tour: Moscow Highlights Overview tour and River Cruise. Combine a private guided visit to the heart of Moscow – it’s famous attractions like St. Basil’s Cathedral, Lomonosov Moscow State University, Novodevichy (New Maiden) Convent, Christ The Savior Cathedral, Red Square and Kremlin walls and towers and other sightseeing – with the Moscow River Scenic cruise – the best way to enjoy Moscow’s beautiful views from the water. Witness the beauty of Moscow’s highlights at dusk on this 2.5-hour cruise on the Moskva River. On board, you can enjoy the ship’s restaurant (own expense). You’ll have a wide choice of food, soft and strong drinks. A kids menu is also available.
• Travel by boat and see the sights from the water
• Perfect introduction for first-time visitors
• Private tour is operated with just your party and a guide/driver
• Hotel pick-up included
• Informative, friendly and professional guide
• Instant Confirmation
• Special Offer
• Guaranteed skip-the-line entrance

Combine a private guided visit to the heart of Moscow – it’s famous attractions like St. Basil’s Cathedral, Lomonosov Moscow State University, Novodevichy (New Maiden) Convent, Christ The Savior Cathedral, Red Square and Kremlin walls and towers and other sightseeing – with the Moscow River Scenic cruise – the best way to enjoy Moscow’s beautiful views from the water. Witness the beauty of Moscow’s highlights at dusk on this 2.5-hour cruise on the Moskva River. On board, you can enjoy the ship’s restaurant (own expense). You’ll have a wide choice of food, soft and strong drinks. A kids menu is also available.
• Travel by boat and see the sights from the water
• Perfect introduction for first-time visitors
• Private tour is operated with just your party and a guide/driver
• Hotel pick-up included
• Informative, friendly and professional guide
• Instant Confirmation
• Special Offer
• Guaranteed skip-the-line entrance

Itinerary
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Stop At: Manezh Square, Near Red Square, Moscow 613310 Russia

11:00 am – Meet your guide and driver at the hotel’s lobby and start your sightseeing tour around one of the most magnificent Russian cities – it’s capital Moscow. Start your excursion from Manezhnaya square (Kutafya Tower of Kremlin).

Manezh Square is located near the Kremlin and the Alexander Garden. The name of the area comes from building an arena, built in 1817 in honor of the fifth anniversary of Russia’s victory in the Patriotic War of 1812. It is worth saying that the name «Manezh» appeared only in 1937 after the demolition of standing in this place shopping areas of buildings, separated by a two-lane – patchwork and insatiable. Prior to that, the area was densely built up. In the nineties of the twentieth century under the Manege Square was built a large underground shopping complex «Ryad».

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Aleksandrovskiy Sad, Near Kremlin, Moscow 119072 Russia

The first public park in Moscow, Alexander Garden sits along the Kremlin’s western wall. Colourful flower beds and impressive Kremlin views make it a favourite strolling spot for Muscovites and tourists alike. Back in the 17th century, the Neglinnaya River ran through the present gardens, with dams and mills along its banks. When the river was diverted underground, the garden was founded by architect Osip Bove, in 1821.

The garden is famous for its architectural monuments, incredibly beautiful flowerbeds and history. It commemorates Russian victories and those that died in war of 1812 with Napoleon and in both World Wars. Highlighted by Kremlin Kutafya Tower is the eternal flame memorial (in memory of the fallen heroes in World War II 1941-1945) and the big fountain with horse sculptures. They were created by popular Moscow architect Zereteli. In hot weather the fountain becomes a water attraction for teenagers.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Red Square, Moscow 109012 Russia

Red Square – the most famous square in Moscow, architectural and historical monument, which, together with the Kremlin is a symbol of the Russian capital. In 1990, the complex of the Moscow Kremlin and Red Square were included in the list of world cultural composition Heritage by UNESCO.

Red Square originated in the late 15th century. In 1493, to stop the constant fires, Ivan III ordered to clean the walls of the Kremlin from the propped up their wooden buildings, and on the east side to arrange a big market.

In Soviet times, the Red Square gained new, sacred to the state values. It began to carry out major country parades and demonstrations, including the Victory Parade June 24, 1945 Mr .. In 1930, the square was designed by architect Shchusev was built of granite Mausoleum of VI Lenin.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Saint Basil’s Cathedral, Red Square 2, Moscow 109012 Russia

Then use Vasilievsky Descent to be close to St. Basil’s Cathedral.

St. Basil’s Cathedral is not only the main temple of the Red Square, but also a symbol of all Russia. It was built in 1555–1561 by order of Ivan the Terrible in honor of the capture of the Kazan Khanate. The storming of Kazan began on October 1, 1552, on the Feast of the Protection of the Mother of God, therefore the “official” name of the temple is the Church of the Protection of the Mother of God.

The cathedral is a symmetrical ensemble of eight churches surrounding the central church, topped with a tent. Each of the eight churches is named after the saint, on whose day this or that significant event of the Kazan campaigns of Ivan the Terrible took place. There are nine iconostases in the cathedral, in which there are about 400 icons of the XVI – XIX centuries.

The architects who built the cathedral, the chronicle indicates some Barma and Postnik Yakovlev. However, there is a theory that in fact there was one master, Ivan Yakovlevich Barma, nicknamed Postnik for adherence to a strict post. There is a famous legend that, having seen a wonderful temple, Ivan the Terrible ordered to blind the masters so that they would not repeat their masterpiece anywhere else. But this is rather a myth, as Postnik’s name is later found in the annals in connection with the creation of other remarkable architectural monuments.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Moscow Kremlin, Moscow 103132 Russia

Kremlin Embankment – one of the most famous promenade of Russia, located along the southern wall of the Moscow Kremlin. The long period of its existence, it has played a key role in the Moscow trade. It was used as a shopping street. Quay often suffered from floods.

Currently, the promenade is one of the visited tourist destinations. Tourists are attracted by a beautiful view that opens from the quay of the river, and its proximity to her Moscow Kremlin.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Prechistenskaya Embankment, Prechistenskaya Emb., Moscow Russia

Prechistenskaya embankment in Moscow – this is one of the most beautiful waterfronts in Moscow. She laid on the left bank of the Moskva River in Hamovikah between Lenivke and Novokrymskom. In ancient times lived on the street promenade richest people. Exactly therefore embankment has always been well maintained and clean. The main attraction of the waterfront is a magnificent temple of Christ the Savior, the entrance to which is located right on the waterfront.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Cathedral of Christ the Saviour, Volkhonka, 15, Moscow 119019 Russia

Then you pass the famous House-on-Embankment and stop near Christ the Savior Cathedral.

Christ the Savior Cathedral is the largest in the Russian Church, it is designed for ten thousand people. The modern building was built in 1994-1997 on the site of a temple demolished in 1937. The former church was erected in honor of the victory over the Napoleonic army and was built for almost forty-four years.

The decision to build the church “to commemorate our gratitude to the Providence of God who saved Russia from the death that threatened it” was taken by Emperor Alexander I in 1812. The temple was founded in 1839 on the site of the Alekseevskii nunnery. In 1883, it became the highest building in Moscow and the largest church in Russia. In 1931, the cathedral was blown up by order of Stalin. Rebuilt it only by the year 2000.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Our Lady of Smolensk Novodevichy Convent, Novodevichya Emb 1 Metro Sportivnaya, Moscow 119435 Russia

Then you cross Bulvarnoye Ring and Sadovoye Ring and move to Novodevichy (New Maiden) Convent.

The Novodevichy Convent in Moscow (sometimes translated as the New Maidens’ Monastery) is one of the key Orthodox complexes that played a crucial role in the history of religion and public life of Russia. At the same time, this monastery is one of the most beautiful architectural monuments in the country, a true masterpiece of the 16th–17th centuries. The Novodevichy Convent and cemetery were proclaimed a UNESCO World Heritage Site as they are an outstanding example of Moscow Baroque architecture. The ancient, though still-active Smolensky Cathedral of the convent contains important Orthodox relics.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Lomonosov Moscow State University (MGU), Leninskiye Gory, 1, Moscow 119234 Russia

Moscow State University. Mv Lomonosov Moscow State University (MGU) is one of the oldest, largest and leading classical universities in Russia, the center of national science and culture. Named in honor of Mikhail Vasilyevich Lomonosov in 1940.

For 37 years, the Main Building of Moscow State University has been the tallest building in all of Europe and is still one of the tallest buildings in Moscow. The Moscow State University is one of the best monuments of the epoch of the construction of public buildings and is one of the seven Stalinist skyscrapers.

Then you go near Mosfilm movie studio and along the Kutuzovsky prospect.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Victory Park, Bratyev Fonchenko st., 7, Moscow 121170 Russia

You have a stop near Poklonnaya Hill in Victory Park.

Poklonnaya (Bow) Hill is a notable place, connected with the various historical events in Russia. Once, this gently sloping hill was located far outside Moscow, and from its summit the spectacular view of the city opened. Travelers stopped there to have look at Moscow and bow to her: hence the name of the hill. It was on Poklonnaya Hill that Napoleon vainly waited for the keys to Moscow; it was there that the soldiers went to the front to defend the Motherland during WWII.

That is why Poklonnaya Hill became the symbol of Russia’s victory over foreign aggressors. In connection with the past events the large memorial dedicated to the Victory in Great Patriotic War of 1941 – 1945 with a park, monuments, museums, and churches was created.

Only on February 23, 1958 Poklonnaya Hill received the memorial sign saying “There will be erected the monument in the honor of the Soviet people’s victory in the Great Patriotic War of 1941-1945”; later the Victory Park was planted there.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Triumphal Arch, Kutuzovskiy Prospekt near Poklonnaya Gora, Moscow Russia

The Triumphal Arch (architect – OI Bove, sculptors IT Timofeev, IP Vitali) was originally built in 1827-1834. on the Tverskaya Zavtava Square (at the Belorussky Railway Station). Restored on November 6, 1968 in a new place – on Kutuzov Avenue, on Victory Square near the Poklonnaya Hill and the Museum-Panorama “Battle of Borodino”. The Triumphal Arch is decorated with six pairs of cast-iron 2-meter columns, niches in which figures of Russian warriors are located, and above them are high reliefs depicting scenes of exile of the French, liberation of Moscow and others. Victory statues were erected above the eaves, and the chariot of Glory is located at the top of the arch: six beautiful harnessed horses. The Triumphal Arch is the main monument of the Patriotic War of 1812 in Moscow, a visible embodiment of the memory of the descendants of the heroes-winners.

Duration: 15 minutes

Pass By: Moscow-City, Presnenskaya Embankment Presnensky District, Moscow Russia

Continue the Kutuzovsky prospect admiring the beautiful Moskva-city view.

Stop At: Old Arbat (Stary Arbat), Arbat Ulitsa Arbatskaya Metro, Moscow Russia

Then follow to the New Arbat street and leave your car to have a walk along the Old Arbat street.

This place is exciting in many ways. It is not a fixed monument to history, but a living, ever-changing space. Since 1986 Arbat Street is fully pedestrian and attracts artists and performers of different kinds, tourists and locals – everyone can find something interesting there.

It is not only the place where you can enjoy the beautiful artworks and hand made items, but also meet people who represent a variety of cultures of the ex USSR republics. In addition to different characters you may get acquainted with the true Russians, who are open minded and friendly, so that you have a unique opportunity to feel yourself Russian.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Hotel Ukraine, Kutuzovskiy Ave. 2/1 bld. 1, Moscow 121248 Russia

About 2:30 pm the driver will pick you up and leads you to the ship pier. Take a seat on the open-air upper deck, or settle into one of the window-side seats in the fully-heated lower saloon area and enjoy a 2.5 hours Scenic River Cruise. The boat leaves the pier at 3:00 pm. (*Due to constructional features, speed performance and equipment the boats designed to easily pass through the ice and provide comfort for passengers even in the harshest of Russian winters: complete with all-weather panoramic windows, climate control and strengthened boat’s hull).

Take photos of such incomparable views of the embankment – the White House where the Russian Government is located, as your cruise boat slips away from the pier and out onto the calm waters of the Moskva river. Then pass Novodevichy Convent which has been founded by Grand Duke Vasily III in the year 1524. It’s walls and towers are well-known all over the world as the real sign of Russian Orthodoxy. Have your camera ready and see the St Vasili Blazhenny Cathedral and the famous Kremlin walls and towers, magnificent Pokrovsky Cathedral and the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour.

You tour finished at the pier near the hotel «Ukraine». Make your own way to your hotel/hostel. To take a taxi (own expense), you can use the pier reception or use international companies like Uber or Gett.

Finally, you can have a rest at your hotel, dreaming about visiting beautiful Moscow again.

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

Categoría: Tours y visitas turísticas.

Inicio en: Moscow, Russia.

Duración: 6 hours.

Precio: 302,35 euros.

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