Moscow & Kazan

Red Square, GUM, “Stalin`s Seven Sisters” , Kremlin territory, cathedrals, Armoury museum

AM Orientation tour - Red Square – GUM - “Stalin`s Seven Sisters” / Highscapers - Sparrow Hills (city’s best viewpoint) – New Maiden convent (outside) Your private vehicle and the guide will be waiting for you to invite you for an exciting tour of Moscow which is more than 878 years old. Our first stop is at the Red Square. Originally a commercial centre, Red Square has been at the very centre of Russian history since the 15th century, from Ivan the Terrible’s confession of his misdeeds to the people in 1550, to great demonstrations, executions and the great parades of the Soviet Union’s military might From the time of Ivan the Great the square was used as a huge gathering place for public events, markets, fairs and festivals. The magnificent square encompasses an area of over $ 70,000 square metres and is bounded by the Kremlin walls, St.Bazil’s cathedral, the Historical museum and GUM departments store, the shopping arcade, that was completed in 1893. At the southern end of Red Square is the almost fairy-tale like building of St Basil’s cathedral, commissioned in 1552 by Ivan the Terrible to celebrate his conquering of Kazan; legend has it that the architect was later blinded so that he could never repeat such a building that is so traditionally Russian. It is built of brick and comprises many colourful asymmetrical helmet & onion domes situated over nine chapels. Go to the best viewpoint on Sparrow hills, from which you could easily see most of the city. Sink in the atmosphere of the medieval Russia, when even daughters of tsars were doomed to become nuns (such were the rules, visiting the refined New Maiden Convent (outside). This is one of the most beautiful of the city collection of buildings, located to the south-west of the city centre, with 16 gilded domes, founded in 1524. Many noble women, including Peter the Great’s first wife and his sister took vows and spent the rest of their lives here and are buried here. Time for lunch PM Kremlin territory, cathedrals, Armoury museum After lunch visit the oldest part of Moscow – the Kremlin. You might be surprised how many ancient and magnificent structures one can see within its walls: 15th century cathedrals (the coronation, wedding and bury place of Russian rulers), bell-tower, Patriach’s Palace, Grand Kremlin Palace and of course the richest museum - Armoury. The Armoury has a fantastic collection of insignia of Imperial power, precious clothes, ceremonial harness and unique collection of imperial carriages. The 17th century throne of Alexey Romanov covered with a mosaic of turquoises and 900 diamonds, a pheloneon of Metropolitan Platon decorated with 150,000 pearls (it took the embroiderer 2 years to work on the pattern!), the famous Faberge eggs – is a tiny part of the whole collection. O/n Moscow

Kul Sharif Mosque, Museum of Islamic Culture, Bauman Street

In the morning visit Kazan Kremlin. At the heart of the city lies the Kremlin, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Here, you can admire the grandeur of the Kul Sharif Mosque, one of the largest mosques in Russia, and feel the atmosphere of spirituality. Don't miss the chance to visit the Museum of Islamic Culture, which will provide you with a deeper understanding of Islamic traditions and history. Time for lunch After that, take a stroll along Bauman Street—the main pedestrian artery of the city. You'll find cozy streets lined with beautiful mosques, shops, and cafes where you can try traditional cuisine. Kazan impresses with its diversity and hospitality, and every corner of the city is filled with a unique atmosphere and interesting discoveries! O/n Kazan

Visit “Tygan Avylym”

Visit “Tygan Avylym” – is replica of a true Tatar village in the very centre of Kazan. Here one can taste delicious cuisine, have different master classes. We will visit Museum of national dessert Chak Chak with tea tasting. Also get a presentation of national costume with photo session. Transfer to the airport for flight to Moscow. Transfer to international airport for departure flight in Moscow.