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Please explain Oceania's excursion prices.

By mozfoz , February 24, 2023 in Oceania Cruises

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Looking into the future and exploring the excursions offered in Cairo and other ports, there appears to be 3 different costs offered for each excursion. Could someone please explain the differences in the following example:

Medieval Cairo   (POS-003)

Also, what type excursions would be  included  in the " FREE - 6 Shore Excursions" O Life offe

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• 1 yr mozfoz changed the title to Please explain Oceania's excursion prices.

The three prices are based on how many excursions you choose. The Unlimited package includes most excursions in each port with a few exceptions for exceptionally expensive one. You pay a discounted rate for those. The YWC package is based on how many ports you’ll visit. On our upcoming cruise there are about a dozen ports. The YWC package requires that we purchase 8 excursions. Then we get a 25% discount. The third price is for people who just want a few excursions so they pay the full price.

one benefit to the YWC is that if the excursion or port is cancelled you get a full refund. On our last TA about half of our 11 excursions were canceled, so we basically got the 25% discount for taking just a few excursions. I don’t believe that the Unlimited people were refunded.

The O Life  excursion  rules are explained under the t & C

"OLife Choice free shore excursions vary by voyage and exclude Oceania Select, Oceania Exclusive, Executive Collection, Food & Wine Trails, Wellness Discovery Tours by Aquamar, Go Local, Go Green, Beyond Blueprints and Culinary Discovery Tours. Voyages up to 9 days receive 4 free shore excursions; 10-13 days receive 6 free shore excursions; 14+ days receive 8 free shore excursions, except for a single traveler booked in a Solo category, and are at the per guest rate. If shore excursion amenity is selected, all excursions must be chosen at least 14 days prior to sailing"

https://www.oceaniacruises.com/legal/promotion-terms/

The Package excursions   YWC & Unlimited

https://www.oceaniacruises.com/shore-excursions

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2 hours ago, mozfoz said: Looking into the future and exploring the excursions offered in Cairo and other ports, there appears to be 3 different costs offered for each excursion. Could someone please explain the differences in the following example:   Medieval Cairo   (POS-003) Tour Length:   Full-Day (Approximately 12 hours)    Tour Price  $259.00,  Your World, $194.25 , Unlimited $109.00   Also, what type excursions would be  included  in the " FREE - 6 Shore Excursions" O Life offe

Use the search feature here on CC to look for one or more of my several detailed sets of instructions (and strategies) for getting the most value from the combination of O Life excursions option and YWYW.  (Note that seldom is the Unlimited Passport worth the upfront cost.)

AMHuntFerry

5 hours ago, mozfoz said: Also, what type excursions would be  included  in the " FREE - 6 Shore Excursions" O Life offe

Use the rules that LHT28 references. I've found a pretty good rule-of-thumb to be is "N/A" is listed for the Unlimited option, then it probably qualifies for the O-Life perk (no guaranty this is always true though, so check).

Free excursions are typically limited to those with a regular price of $199 or less. If you only get one O-life perk, look at your free excursions and their cost compared with the OBC that is offered. Many times the OBC is significantly higher that the excursion costs, so you would get more bang for your buck with it.

19 minutes ago, DoulaAnn said: Free excursions are typically limited to those with a regular price of $199 or less. If you only get one O-life perk, look at your free excursions and their cost compared with the OBC that is offered. Many times the OBC is significantly higher that the excursion costs, so you would get more bang for your buck with it.

Ok...........Not sure your experience, but this is off base from what I've see over the years. The only time this would be correct is when the excursion you choose is less than $100. And anyone doing that doesn't really understand the system.  Any excursion over $100 and you're ahead of the game. 

This does not take into account the actual value of Oceania excursions and what you could purchase that excursion for elsewhere. 

Bottom line is taking the OBC is a dollar-for-dollar trade and with only a few rare exceptions is the best choice. You're better off taking cruise only if that's the route you want to go. 

If by "it" you were referring to excursions then disregard the post, but I assumed you were referring to OBC having more bang for your buck. 

39 minutes ago, DoulaAnn said: Free excursions are typically limited to those with a regular price of $199 or less. If you only get one O-life perk, look at your free excursions and their cost compared with the OBC that is offered. Many times the OBC is significantly higher that the excursion costs, so you would get more bang for your buck with it.

Actually, you get zero ($0.00) “bang for your buck” with O Life SBC. Do the math. The fare cost per cabin for that O Life SBC option (w/o air) is exactly the same cost as the Cruise Only option to which you add the dollar amount of the offered SBC per cabin. It’s a wash: you’re buying the SBC outright!

That said, I do agree that, in looking at O Life available tours, you should pick from among those allowable ones close to the $199 list price (thus approaching double the value of the SBC option. The other value of picking the tours option is that your selections will count towards the per person minimum number required on your itinerary for the YWYW 25% discount on paid tours you add.

2 hours ago, DoulaAnn said: Free excursions are typically limited to those with a regular price of $199 or less. If you only get one O-life perk, look at your free excursions and their cost compared with the OBC that is offered. Many times the OBC is significantly higher that the excursion costs, so you would get more bang for your buck with it.

as been discussed several times in the past

The OBC perk  you are paying for  the privilege of Oceania holding your money   & it becomes non refundable should you not use it  by the end of the cruise

If you want to make a prepayment & know you will use the  amount of the OBC  then take that option

You can do cruise only & just have any expenses put on your CC at the end of the cruise

Do the math & see if it works for your situation

Bear with me.  Say the OLife SBC is benefit is $400 pp, or 4 free excursions pp, or the basic drink package.  For that benefit, you pay an additional $400 pp above the cruise only fare.

So for SBC, you pay $400 for $400 in non-refundable SBC.. A convenience for some, but not a deal.

Or, you pay $400 for 4 excursions, for which you can chose 4 excursions with a value of up to $199 each, for a total of up to $796.  That seems to be a deal.

As for the drink package, only you can judge whether or not you drink enough at meals to justify it.  Some can and some can't.  You need to price that out according to you own drinking habits.

Make sure you understand  the O Life  perk

 Shore excursions  & SBC  are PER CABIN

House Select beverage package is PP

11 hours ago, 1985rz1 said: Bear with me.  Say the OLife SBC is benefit is $400 pp, or 4 free excursions pp, or the basic drink package.  For that benefit, you pay an additional $400 pp above the cruise only fare. ... Or, you pay $400 for 4 excursions, for which you can chose 4 excursions with a value of up to $199 each, for a total of up to $796.  That seems to be a deal. ....

You're failing to compare (1) other excursions offered at that port and (2) the price of the excursions offered by others, either similar or different. Given that in the many cases I've read here and elsewhere that you're seeing 100% or higher mark up by O for what appear to (me) often inferior excursions, hard to make any case that the excursions are saving you anything.

Done 20 nights on two ships (10 in 2021 and 10 in 2022) and we did all of our own excursions. I looked at the O excursion booklets for both cruises and didn't find a single excursion by O on either cruise that was preferable to what I was doing and their prices were outrageous.

11 hours ago, 1985rz1 said: ...Or, you pay $400 for 4 excursions, for which you can chose 4 excursions with a value of up to $199 each, for a total of up to $796.  That seems to be a deal. ...

And for a specific example of how MEDIOCRE O's offerings can be, Sirena docks at Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, on 11/26/22 a Saturday from 0900-1700. Per O's "Destination Services Shore Excursion Overview" that I'm reading from right now, O listed 23 excursions.

Puerto Plata has the ONLY cable car in the Caribbean. It goes to the top of a mountain where there is BOTH a national park & forest/jungle with scenic views AND a 1/2 replica of the Rio "Jesus" (donated by the Brazilian government in 1974).

NOT a single one of O's 23 excursions went to this place. We did. Set up our own excursion.

Experiencing the Cable Car 🚡 in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic 🇩🇴 - Bing video

10 minutes ago, MEFIowa said: You're failing to compare (1) other excursions offered at that port and (2) the price of the excursions offered by others, either similar or different. Given that in the many cases I've read here and elsewhere that you're seeing 100% or higher mark up by O for what appear to (me) often inferior excursions, hard to make any case that the excursions are saving you anything.

That wasn't the point.  I was only giving an example of how to compare the various OLife options.  

Don’t read any more into it.

10 minutes ago, MEFIowa said: Done 20 nights on two ships (10 in 2021 and 10 in 2022) and we did all of our own excursions. I looked at the O excursion booklets for both cruises and didn't find a single excursion by O on either cruise that was preferable to what I was doing and their prices were outrageous.

4 minutes ago, MEFIowa said: And for a specific example of how MEDIOCRE O's offerings can be, Sirena docks at Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, on 11/26/22 a Saturday from 0900-1700. Per O's "Destination Services Shore Excursion Overview" that I'm reading from right now, O listed 23 excursions.   Puerto Plata has the ONLY cable car in the Caribbean. It goes to the top of a mountain where there is BOTH a national park & forest/jungle with scenic views AND a 1/2 replica of the Rio "Jesus" (donated by the Brazilian government in 1974).   NOT a single one of O's 23 excursions went to this place. We did. Set up our own excursion.   Experiencing the Cable Car 🚡 in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic 🇩🇴 - Bing video

I know how to compare ship excursions with port options and have done both.

Both have been ranged in quality.

I chose what works for us.

10 minutes ago, 1985rz1 said: I know how to compare ship excursions with port options and have done both. Both have been ranged in quality. I chose what works for us.

Too bad too many aren't aware of their options or the serious mark up by O. That $199 O excursion that might be $75 if booked direct thru a provider. Or O missing the magnificent sites to see in or near a port. People just need to know they may be paying O $400 for $300 in actual excursions. Or missing out on better ones to begin with. There is little one can conclusively say about O's excursions ever being "a deal".

Hello!   People can do what they want but I gave up on ship's excursions decades ago. 

1.  Very costly compared to doing it on your on.  There are so many options. In addition, you can see and experience more than those on the ship tours.

2.  You don't have to listen to the tour guide (Often with a thick accent) rattle on and on with TMI.

3.  You are herded around with very little independence.  Forget about stopping where you would like to stop!

4.  You are on a crowded tour bus many of which have poor leg room.

5.  Almost without fail someone goes missing.

6.  It takes forever for everyone to get off the tour bus at the various stops. 

7.  There is always someone coughing and sneezing in the bus.

8.  There are almost always passengers with mobility issues who never should have been on the tour in the first place.  Don't get upset!  I am a slow walker myself these days.

No doubt others can add to my list. 

I do recognize many passengers are terrified of being on their own especially when the cruise lines emphasize with subtle hysteria that you will not be left stranded if you are late back to the ship when you are on an organized excursion.  The cruise lines want to scare you into taking one of their tours.  (Like you could be kidnapped and held for ransom if you are on your own.)  In the EXTREMELY unlikely event a passenger touring independently misses the ship no doubt they will have the attitude that it just the adventure of travel!! 

Deck Chair.

1 minute ago, deck chair said: Hello!   People can do what they want  

What works for one person may not work for others

Live & let live 😉

4 minutes ago, MEFIowa said: Too bad too many aren't aware of their options or the serious mark up by O. That $199 O excursion that might be $75 if booked direct thru a provider. Or O missing the magnificent sites to see in or near a port. People just need to know they may be paying O $400 for $300 in actual excursions. Or missing out on better ones to begin with. There is little one can conclusively say about O's excursions ever being "a deal".

IMO, a cable car ride and replica statue would hardly be “magnificent.”

In any case, your posts are not considering the value of “convenience” - particularly when it comes to the continuing Covid et al. situation of numerous itinerary modifications resulting in necessary tour changes, cancellations, etc.

Some of us O regulars do multiple long cruises per year. When you’re planning/managing tours for 50-100 port stops annually, DIY can get to be quite cumbersome. And your wholesale comment about the price difference is a tad exaggerated when you consider that those $199 O Life tours are only costing you $100 (in the O Life fare) on top of which you can get 25% off the cost of the non O Life tours you add to achieve the YWYW minimum for your cruise.

Please note that I am not saying that private tours cannot sometimes save you money nor am I saying that some of them may be better in quality. In fact, that’s why we do a mixture of ship and private tours based on a variety of factors.

What I am saying is that the bottom line cost in money, time and energy for cruise tour planning cannot eliminate the “convenience” factor - particularly right now in the world of tourism in general and cruising specifically.

We’re on Regatta right now (and will be until late March) and have already experienced several itinerary modifications that have DIY tour folks onboard scrambling to deal with their tour logistics (of course, already full ship tours mean little replacement options for them). And many of the islands we are visiting had “slim pickings” for worthwhile private boating activity tours to begin with (e.g., try and find a top notch catamaran/snorkel provider on Vanuatu when the ship arrival time has been changed to a later midday arrival).

All that said, when it comes to O Life, the tours perk option employing the right mix of O Life/YWYW selections provides convenience laden value at a reasonable bottom line price.

6 minutes ago, Flatbush Flyer said: IMO, a cable car ride and replica statue would hardly be “magnificent.”   In any case, your posts are not considering the value of “convenience” - particularly when it comes to the continuing Covid et al. situation of numerous itinerary modifications resulting in necessary tour changes, cancellations, etc. Some of us O regulars do multiple long cruises per year. When you’re planning/managing tours for 50-100 port stops annually, DIY can get to be quite cumbersome. And your wholesale comment about the price difference is a tad exaggerated when you consider that those $199 O Life tours are only costing you $100 (in the O Life fare) on top of which you can get 25% off the cost of the non O Life tours you add to achieve the YWYW minimum for your cruise.   Please note that I am not saying that private tours cannot sometimes save you money nor am I saying that some of them may be better in quality. In fact, that’s why we do a mixture of ship and private tours based on a variety of factors.   What I am saying is that the bottom line cost in money, time and energy for cruise tour planning cannot eliminate the “convenience” factor - particularly right now in the world of tourism in general and cruising specifically.   We’re on Regatta right now (and will be until late March) and have already experienced several itinerary modifications that have DIY tour folks onboard scrambling to deal with their tour logistics (of course, already full ship tours mean little replacement options for them). And many of the islands we are visiting had “slim pickings” for worthwhile private boating activity tours to begin with (e.g., try and find a top notch catamaran/snorkel provider on Vanuatu when the ship arrival time has been changed to a later midday arrival). All that said, when it comes to O Life, the tours perk option employing the right mix of O Life/YWYW selections provides convenience laden value at a reasonable bottom line price.      

Good post. Some people don't get that it has to be one or the other, there's room for both. Over the past 20 years or so we've always done some private tours, some ships tours and sometimes just walking around a port. 

The one thing we have rarely done is go to a beach and sit in the sun. Oddly enough on many cruise lines that's the number one thing many people are most interested in. To me that is a big waste of time and money. 

37 minutes ago, ORV said: Good post. Some people don't get that it has to be one or the other, there's room for both. Over the past 20 years or so we've always done some private tours, some ships tours and sometimes just walking around a port.  The one thing we have rarely done is go to a beach and sit in the sun. Oddly enough on many cruise lines that's the number one thing many people are most interested in. To me that is a big waste of time and money. 

Yes, and being cheap is not the only criteria on which to base one's decisions.

Fully in agreement about beaches and sitting in the sun.  After having a lot of "things" dug out of my face, that is the last thing I want to do at my age.  Also, agree about tours.  We do some private, some ship, and sometimes nothing, depending on where we are at the moment.

Where does one find the excursion "Unlimited" cost for a particular cruise, even one that is booked ?

48 minutes ago, alainciao said: Where does one find the excursion "Unlimited" cost for a particular cruise, even one that is booked ?

Sign into " MY ACCOUNT"  on O website  then Excursion tab  it should give you the price  there

If not ask your TA for the PDF file for excursions  for your sailing

19 hours ago, ORV said: Ok...........Not sure your experience, but this is off base from what I've see over the years. The only time this would be correct is when the excursion you choose is less than $100. And anyone doing that doesn't really understand the system.  Any excursion over $100 and you're ahead of the game.    This does not take into account the actual value of Oceania excursions and what you could purchase that excursion for elsewhere.    Bottom line is taking the OBC is a dollar-for-dollar trade and with only a few rare exceptions is the best choice. You're better off taking cruise only if that's the route you want to go.    If by "it" you were referring to excursions then disregard the post, but I assumed you were referring to OBC having more bang for your buck. 

You have a point there.

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1 Day Tasting Tour of St. Petersburg (Visas Included)

2 Day Free Style Visit of St. Petersburg (Visas Included)

2 Day Saint Petersburg Highlights, Feel Like a Local (Visas Included)

2 Day St. Petersburg Must-Sees and Boat Cruise (Visas Included)

2 Day St. Petersburg with Faberge Museum and Canal Cruise (Visas Included)

Half Day St. Petersburg and Church of Spilled Blood (Visas Included)

Hermitage and Peterhof Gardens with Lunch (Visas Included)

Panoramic Drive of St. Petersburg (Visas Included)

Peterhof Gardens by Hydrofoil (Visas Included)

St. Petersburg Canals and Church on Spilled Blood (Visas Included)

The Gems of St Petersburg Small Group Tour (Visa Included)

Private St. Petersburg On Your Own 3 Day (Visas Included)

Private St. Petersburg Through the Eyes of Russian People (Visas Included)

Private Catherine's Palace in Pushkin (Visas Included)

Private Hermitage Museum (Visas Included)

Private Grand St. Petersburg (Visas Included)

Private Panoramic St. Petersburg (Visas Included)

Private Magnificent St. Petersburg (Visas Included)

Private Catherine's Palace and the Hermitage (Visas Included)

Private Hermitage and Spilled Blood Cathedral (Visas Included)

Private Russian Shopping (Visas Included)

Private Peterhof - Russian Versailles (Visas Included)

Private Peterhof Gardens and Fountains (Visas Included)

Private City Highlights and Peter and Paul Fortress (Visas Included)

Private St. Petersburg On Your Own 2 Day (Visas Included)

Private Imperial St. Petersburg (Visas Included)

Private Faberge Museum & Canal Cruise (Visas Included)

Private 2 Day Excursion with Evening Canal Cruise (Visas Included)

Private 2 Day St. Petersburg with Canal Cruise (Visas Included)

Private 3 Day St Petersburg with Free Time (Visas Included)

Private Best of St. Petersburg Two Day Program (Visas Included)

Private Hermitage, Peterhof Gardens and Canal Cruise (Visas Included)

Private Night Drawbridges from Boat Cruise (Visas Included)

Private St. Petersburg Highlights and Vodka Museum (Visas Included)

Private Royal Palaces and Hydrofoil (Visas Included)

Private Peterhof Park Experience (Wheelchair Accessible Tour & Visas Included)

Private Peterhof & Alexandria Parks by Train and Hydrofoil (Visas Included)

Private Lenin, Rasputin & Russian Revolution Historical Tour (Visas Included)

Private City Highlights with Jewish Heritage Tour (Visas Included)

Private Hermitage Museum & Treasure Room (Visas Included)

Private Gems of St. Petersburg (Visas Included)

Private All Exclusive Royal Residences (Visas Included)

Private Dostoevsky's St.Petersburg "Crime & Punishment" (Visas Included)

Private Church on Spilled Blood and Canal Cruise (Visas Included)

Private Best of St. Petersburg. Family Visit and Metro ride (Visas Included)

Private City Sightseeing with a visit to Church on Spilled Blood & Hermitage (Wheelchair Accessible Tour & Visas Included)

Private Guide and Vehicle - Half Day (Visas Included)

Private Guide and Vehicle - Full Day (Visas Included)

St. petersburg tours and excursions, take a cruise tour of st. petersburg.

Experience the highlights of Russia when you travel to the great city of St. Petersburg on one of our St. Petersburg tours. Founded in 1703, the city has developed into one known for its immaculate architecture, historical landmarks, and unique culture. Our St. Petersburg shore excursions highlight the deep history embedded in this center of Russian culture. Embark on an excursion adventure through famed Russian historical periods, a full-day tour with a viewing of Catherine the Great's palace and the world-famous Amber Room, in addition to sightseeing tours of other landmarks associated with Russia's imperial elite. Have a tour guide show you around the Hermitage Museum, a world-famous museum showcasing Russian arts and culture, explore Peter and Paul Fortress, and visit St. Isaac's Cathedral. With all its imperial glory and elegant fountains, you will delight in the sights of Peterhof, also known as Russia's Versailles. And don't forget a city tour of Moscow - a must-see!

St. Petersburg Shore Excursions

St. Petersburg, Russia is a magnificent city on the Baltic Sea that perfectly embodies the culture, art, and lifestyle of the country. This is perhaps the reason it has become such a popular tourist destination in Eastern Europe. Visitors are often excited by the city's growing underground art and music scene, its breathtaking architectural atmosphere, and the fascinating Russian history and culture behind it. St. Petersburg is indeed an unquestionable, unrivaled source of refined art and culture. Our variety of the best tours of St. Petersburg gives you access to the city's most notable museums, palaces, restaurants, and sightseeing venues. We cater to both large or small groups and offer standard, small, and private guide excursions.

Top St. Petersburg Tours:

Note the following are sample tours and may not work with your itinerary. Find excursions for your cruise itinerary here .

• Exclusive St. Petersburg Two Day Program (Visas Included) ($299.00)
• 1 Day Imperial Saint Petersburg Highlights Tour (Visas Included) ($129.00)
• 2 Day Imperial Saint Petersburg Highlights Tour with Spanish Guide (Visas Included) ($299.00)
• Cossack Dance Show (Visas Included) ($150.00)
• Evening at the Ballet (Visas Included) ($159.00)
• An Evening of Classical Music (Visas Included) ($160.00)
• Private Faberge Museum & Canal Cruise (Visas Included) (starting at $95.00/person)
• Private Lenin, Rasputin & Russian Revolution Historical Tour (Visas Included) (starting at $175.00/person)
• Private City Highlights with Jewish Heritage Tour (Visas Included) (starting at $80.00/person)
• Vodka Tasting and Evening Canal Cruise (Visas Included) ($169.00)

Experience a St. Petersburg visit like a true Russian by discovering adventures that go off the beaten path - guided tours, walking tours, group tours, and private tours available with certain excursions. Get the very best this beautiful city has to offer and experience premium panoramic views, excursion tours, and river cruises you can't find anywhere else in Russia! Browse St. Petersburg today and be on your way to visiting one of the most culturally profound cities in the entire world!

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Our 20 Best Moscow Tours of 2022

Join us on an unforgettable tour to Moscow, the capital of Russia. Imagine visiting Red Square, St. Basil’s the Kremlin and more. Moscow is one of Europe’s most vibrant cities and one of Russia’s most historical. All of our tours to Moscow are fully customizable and can be adjusted to fit any budget. Our most popular tours are listed below. Please click on the tour details to learn more or contact us for more information about our Moscow tours using the form at the side of the page. You can also schedule a call with one of our Russian travel specialists to learn more.

Classic Moscow

This is our most popular Moscow tour that includes all the most prominent sights. You will become acquainted with ancient Russia in the Kremlin, admire Russian art in the Tretyakov Gallery, listen to street musicians as you stroll along the Old Arbat street, and learn about Soviet times on the Moscow Metro tour.

Accommodation

PRIVATE TOUR

A Week in Moscow

This tour is a perfect choice for those who wish to get to know Moscow in depth. One of the highlights of this package is the KGB history tour which gives an interesting perspective on the Cold War. You will also have time for exploring the city on your own or doing extra sightseeing.

Weekend in Moscow

This tour is a great way to get acquainted with the capital of Russia if you are short of time. You will see all the main attractions of the city, the most important of which is the Kremlin - the heart of Russia. The tour starts on Friday and can be combined with a business trip.

Group Tour Moscow Break by Intourist

Russia's capital has so much to offer, from the Kremlin and the Metro to the Old Arbat street and the Tretyakov Gallery. Besides these sites, you will also visit a fascinating country estate which today is quite off the beaten path, Gorky Estate, where the Soviet leader Lenin spent the last months of his life.

Kolomenskoye Tour with transport

The history of Kolomenskoye stretches back for centuries. In 1380, Dmitri Donskoi’s army passed through Kolomenskoye on their way to the Kulikovo battlefield, and it was...

Tours by car

Kremlin, Red Sq., Cathedrals & Armory Tour

The Kremlin is truly a fascinating structure, at the same time it is an ancient tower, the city’s former military fortification, a palace, an armory, the sovereign treasury...

Walking tours

Kremlin, Red Sq., Cathedrals, Armory, Diamond Fund Tour

Old Arbat walking tour

You will be told of the street’s interesting history and view the street’s artisan culture. You will also have the opportunity to view and purchase souvenirs from the...

Tour to Sergiev Posad with transport

Considered by some to be the Russian Vatican, Sergiev Posad is the temporary residence of the Patriarch of the Russian Orthodox Church. The Trinity St. Sergius Monastery (Lavra)...

Tour to Kuskovo with transport

The Kuskovo Estate often called the Moscow Versailles due to its perfectly preserved French park, is an example of an 18th century, luxurious Moscow summer residence. Its history...

Tour to Tsaritsyno with transport

The Tsaritsyno Estate is located in the southern part of Moscow. The estate was constructed for Catherine the Great by the Russian architects Bazhenov and Kazakov in a romantic...

Moscow Metro and Old Arbat Tour

The Moscow Metro is one of the largest and most grandly built metro systems in the world. It was meant to be a showcase of the Soviet Union’s achievements for both the Russians...

Vodka Museum Tour with transport (excursion and vodka tasting)

Vodka is an important component of Russian life, an element of national identity and everyday culture. We invite you to visit the Vodka Museum and feel the atmosphere of long-gone...

Mikhail Bulgakov Apartment Museum

This apartment museum located close to Patriarch Ponds became the prototype of the "bad apartment" described in the novel "The Master and Margarita." Currently the museum's...

Kremlin, Red Sq., Cathedrals & Diamond Fund Tour

The State Museum of Lev Tolstoy Tour

Take this opportunity to learn more about the Russian writer Lev Tolstoy. During the visit to the museum you will see part of a vast collection of exhibits connected to Tolstoy...

Novodevichy Convent Tour with transport

Tour of the Novodevichy Monastery. Founded in 1524 by Grand Prince VasiliIoanovich, the original convent was enclosed by fortified walls and contained 12 towers. The structure...

City Tour with Visit to St. Basils & Red Sq. with transport

Panoramic City Tour. This Moscow tour is a great start to your trip and the best way to get acquainted with many of the city’s major highlights. Our professional guide will...

City Tour of Moscow

Head to the heart of Moscow with a professional guide on a 4-hour private walk through the city center. See Tverskaya and Old Arbat streets, Theatre Square with the world-famous...

Moscow Metro walking tour

Kremlin, Red Square and Cathedrals Tour

KGB Tour with transport

This is a very interesting and insightful tour. You will visit places connected with Stalin’s terror - a time of great repression and fear. You will be shown monuments to...

Soviet and Post-Soviet Moscow Tour

The tour begins with a drive or walk down Tverskaya Street – a Soviet masterpiece. In the years of Soviet power, Tverskaya began to undergo a transformation: it was widened...

Tretyakov State Gallery Tour

This world-famous gallery contains masterpieces of Russian art beginning in the 10th century up until today. You will view exquisite Russian icons and paintings from the 18th and...

Jewish Heritage of Moscow Tour

This tour offers a detailed look into the history and present-day life of the Jewish community of Moscow. On the tour, you will visit sites connected with the cultural and religious...

Vodka Museum Tour with transport (excursion only)

Lena, our guide in Moscow was excellent. She was very knowledgable and could answer any question we had for her. We liked that she could pick up on our interests and take us places we might not have thought of to go. When we realized that one of the places we had chosen to see would probably not be that interesting to us, she was able to arrange entry to the Diamond Fund and the Armoury for us. Riding the Metro with Lena was a real adventure and a lot of fun. In Saint Petersburg we found Anna well versed in the history of the Tsars and in the Hermitage collection. Arkady in Veliky Novgorod was a very good guide and answered all of our questions with ease. Novgorod was perhaps a long way to go for a day trip, but we did enjoy it. Vasily was a great driver to have and kept us safe with good humour and skill. We enjoyed ourselves so much, my daughter says she is already planning to return. We would both have no hesistation to recommend ExpresstoRussia to anyone we know.

Just wanted to let you know that My grandson Bruno and I couldn´t have been more pleased with our week in Moscow (6/15 - 6/21). We were absolutely enchanted with the whole experience, including getting lost a couple of times in the Metro during our free time. Although both our guides (both Eleanas) were excellent, I would particularly commend the first one (she took us to the Tatiakov, the KGB tour, and to that beautiful cemetery where so many great Russian artists, authors, composers, musicians, militarists, and politicians are buried). Her knowledge is encyclopedic; and her understanding of today´s Russia as a product of its past was, for us, truly enlightening. I will be taking another tour in Russia, with my wife, within the next two or three years. I will be in touch with you when the time comes. Meanwhile, I will refer you to other potential visitors to Russia as I meet them.

Tours to Moscow

Our Moscow tours are land only meaning that you arrange your own air travel to Russia and our expert staff meets you at the airport and handles everything else from there. Our online Airline Ticket booking system offers some of the most competitive rates to Russia available on the web so if you need tickets, please visit our Russian air ticket center . Rest assured that you will be taken great care of on one of our Moscow tours. Express to Russia has a fully staffed office in Moscow that will help to make your visit fun, informative and unforgettable. Please remember that of all these tours are private and can be adjusted to your taste. You can add, replace or skip some sights; you can add more days to the package or cut the tour short. Our specialists will be glad to help you create the tour of your dreams!

Moscow, a City Like No Other

Moscow is Russia’s largest city with a population of between 12 and 13 million. It is also Europe’s largest city and when you visit Moscow, you can feel it. The layout and architecture of the city is eclectic, ranging from crooked, ancient streets and alleyways to wide, bustling boulevards, from medieval churches to Stalin skyscrapers and to modern, glass buildings towering over everything and of course in the center of it all is the Kremlin and the magnificent Red Square. Moscow is also home to a fantastic, efficient and very beautiful metro system – each station having its own special design. In fact, Express to Russia’s Moscow metro tours and excursions are some of our most popular attractions that we offer. On our Moscow tours, you will see this and more.

Moscow Tours centering on Russian History

Moscow has a long and interesting history and has been the capital of Russia in many of its different iterations – capital of the Grand Duchy of Moscow , the Russian Empire and of course the Soviet Union (who could ever forget the Soviet Union?). Moscow, was founded in the 12th century by Prince Yuri Dolgaruki (Yuri of the long arms – he really did have long arms!). From that time on, it was home to the Russian Tsars until Peter the Great moved the capital to St. Petersburg in 1703. The city has survived invasions and sieges from the Mongols, the Tartars, the Poles, Lithuanians and Napoleon but has always persevered. Our Moscow tours will enlighten you on this great history and give you insights into Muscovites and their unique culture. Our Moscow tours show you what the city is like today but also brings to life the past. Moscow never seems to sleep and is bursting with energy. A Moscow tour with Express to Russia is truly the best way of getting to know Russia’s largest and most vibrant city.

Frequently Asked Questions From Our Travelers

What is the best time to visit moscow.

Any time of year is fine depending on what you plan to do. Summertime is pleasantly warm, ideal for exploring the city and its vibrant atmosphere, but Moscow will be much busier and accommodation is more expensive. Winter can be quite cold but beautiful nonetheless, and this is unproblematic if you intend to spend most of your trip in museums and galleries. There are also various festivals and events organised throughout the year. For more information about the best time to visit, read our guide

How many days are enough in Moscow?

If you plan your itinerary strategically and aren’t averse to a packed schedule, you can cover Moscow’s main sights over a long weekend. Most popular attractions are in the city centre, and the Moscow Metro allows you to cover much ground in a small amount of time. Ensure that your accommodation is fairly central and book tickets in advance, so that you can make the most of your days. For an informative and well-organised day out, check out our Moscow day tours with options to suit all interests.

Do they speak English in Moscow?

As Russia’s capital city, tourists are well accommodated in Moscow. There should be English-speaking staff in restaurants, bars, hotels, shops and attractions in tourist hotspots, and there are also English-speaking tourist police. Transport services have English translations on their maps and English announcements via intercom; alternatively, order taxis from the Yandex Taxi app (Russian Uber), though it’s unlikely that your taxi driver will speak English. If you get stuck and cannot communicate, it’s fine to use Google Translate.

Is it safe to travel to Moscow?

It is no less safe to travel to Moscow than to any European city if you exercise common sense and look after your belongings. As with every city some regions can be more unsavoury than others, but no tourist attractions are located there. The traffic in Moscow is notorious, so exercise caution when crossing roads. Do not take unlicensed taxis; book in advance or take public transport, which is widespread and perfectly safe. If you encounter any problems, look for the special tourist police who can help you. For more information, read our guide about staying safe in Russia .

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Moscow Tours & Travel Packages 2024/2025

Our 63 most popular moscow trips. compare tour itineraries from 45 tour companies. 308 reviews. 4.7/5 avg rating., popular moscow tours.

St Petersburg & Moscow in Style - Winter

• Explore the majestic St Petersburg & Moscow on private city tours
• Admire the rich Russian history, art and architecture
• Travel to Moscow on a highspeed train
• Enjoy the local cuisine in stylish restaurants

Golden Ring of Russia

Lower Volga Voyage

• Visit magnificent Red Square and Kremlin and examine the collection at theKremlin’s State Armory.
• Experience Russia’s diverse musical traditions at lively folk music performances
• Explore Volgograd, the site of the decisive battle of World War II’s eastern front

Best of Russia

Volga Dream Russian River Cruise

Highlights of Russia

St Petersburg & Moscow in Style - Summer

White Russian - 7 days

• Discover Moscow's UNESCO-listed Red Square, home to spectacular St Basil’s Cathedral, Lenin's Mausoleum and the historic GUM Department store
• Explore the grounds of Moscow's mighty Kremlin, with its numerous governmentbuildings, gold-domed cathedrals and the giant tsar bell
• Celebrate New Year's Eve in Moscow!
• Take in the highlights of St Petersburg including a guided tour of the exquisite Church on Spilled Blood, Peter & Paul Fortress and Cathedral
• Take a guided tour of the remarkable Hermitage Museum at the Winter Palace

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Small Group Moscow Tours

Vodka Shot - 6 days

• Explore the beautiful city of St Petersburg, including the exquisite Church on Spilled Blood, Peter & Paul Fortress and Nevsky Prospekt
• Marvel at the dazzling array of art and exhibits in the world-famous Hermitage Museum, at the Winter Palace in St Petersburg
• Discover a lavish residence of the tsars on a day trip to Catherine Palace at Tsarkoe Selo (winter: mid-October to April) or Peterhof Palace and gardens (summer: May to mid-October)
• Take in the highlights of the capital on a walking tour, visiting Moscow's famous Red Square, home to the historic GUM Department Store, Lenin’s Mausoleum and spectacular St Basil’s Cathedral
• Take a guided tour of the Moscow Kremlin, Russia’s political power house. Stroll around the grounds of this fortified complex, visit the Kremlin's cathedrals and see the mighty Tsar Bell

Route of the Romanovs - 10 days

• Learn about the last days of the Romanovs in Yekaterinburg, visiting the sites where Tsar Nicolas II and his family were assassinated and buried
• Straddle two continents at the famous obelisk Europe/Asia border marker in Yekaterinburg
• Experience the Trans-Siberian railway on an overnight train journey from Moscow to Yekaterinburg

New Year's in Moscow - 9 days

• Visit Catherine Palace at Tsarkoe Selo on Christmas Day and marvel at the incredible Amber Room
• Spend a night in Novgorod, an ancient city by the Volkhov River - explore the kremlin, cathedral and other sights and enjoy a traditional Russian banya (sauna)

Back in the USSR - 7 days

Russian Revolution - 9 days

• Visit historic Novgorod, an ancient city which straddles the Volkhov River. Explore the attractive riverside kremlin and experience a traditional Russian banya (sauna)

The Snowball - 6 days

• Visit Catherine Palace at Tsarkoe Selo and marvel at the incredible Amber Room

Mood for Moscow - 4 days

• Head underground to visit a Stalinist-era Soviet Bunker on an optional excursion
• Stroll to the vibrant Izmailovo Market, which lies behind the walls of an ancient Kremlin, and shop for an array of souvenirs

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Moscow reviews & ratings, capitals of the north.

some hotels could have been better

It was jam packed with every place I wanted to go and see. I especially love my photo of us setting out on the night time river cruise in St Petersburg and the Peter...

I really did not buy much and what I did buy was small gifts for others .

Johanna-Marie

Good hotels, some better than others. Interesting itinerary

Too rushed. Optional tour rather too short

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Skagway, Alaska

Description.

Skagway was the gateway to the gold fields for the thousands who flocked to Alaska and the Yukon with the hope of striking it rich. Skagway may have boasted the shortest route to the Klondike, but it wasn't the easiest. Over 100 years ago, the White Pass route through the Coast Mountains and the shorter but steeper Chilkoot Trail were used by countless stampeders. Many a would-be miner perished on the treacherous Chilkoot Trail. The gold rush was a boon and by 1898, Skagway was Alaska's largest town with a population of about 20,000. Hotels, saloons, dance halls and gambling houses prospered. But when the gold yield dwindled in 1900, so did the population as miners quickly shifted to new finds in Nome. Today, Skagway has less than 1,000 residents. It still retains the flavor of the gold rush era.

Points of Interest

• White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad
• Outdoor Adventures
• Klondike Summit
• Gold Rush History
• Yukon (Canada)
• Red Onion Saloon
• Dog Sledding

More about Skagway, Alaska Points of Interest

The "Scenic Railway of the World" links Skagway with Yukon, Canada. A 41-mile roundtrip offers an unforgettable journey to the summit of the White Pass at nearly 3,000 feet in elevation.

Enjoy what is truly an outdoorsman's paradise, with activities you won't find anywhere else. Go for a ride on a dog sled, horseback riding, hiking, river rafting, flightseeing, ziplining and more.

The Klondike Summit, also called the White Pass Summit rises 3,292 feet above sea level along the Klondike Highway. The journey, running parallel to the White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad, offers breathtaking views of waterfalls, glaciers, scenic vistas and glimpses of the original Brackett Wagon Road and Tormented Valley.

Relive the color and history of the Yukon Gold Rush. Tour the camps, pan for gold or meet a few costumed characters who'll show you what life was like during the boom-town days in the 1800s.

Yukon is a wilderness playground with an extensive network of waterways. On the scenic 65-mile drive from Skagway, the lush coastal landscape gives way to rugged wilderness. Its capital, Whitehorse, is the center for the Yukon's mining and forestry industries.

Pristine beauty and an abundance of wildlife define Haines. Just 14 miles from Skagway by water, the town is renowned for huge convocations of bald eagles and one of the planet's longest fjords.

During the Klondike Gold Rush, the Red Onion Saloon was Skagway's most exclusive bordello. Now this colorful establishment is a bar/restaurant and a National Historic Building.

Meet professional mushers and their amazing canine companions in an introduction to Alaska's state sport. Take a flight to a glacier to experience flying over the snow, or visit the summertime training grounds for a ride in a wheeled sled.

47 Excursions

Easy skagway: city, klondike highway & the days of '98 show.

Easy Activity

From $ 74.95

Easy Skagway: City, Klondike Highway & The Days of '98 Show (Wheelchair Accessible)

Wheelchair Accessible, Shopping Opportunities, Easy Activity

Klondike Summit,Liarsville Experience & Gold Panning

Shopping Opportunities, Easy Activity

From $ 99.95

Klondike Summit, Suspension Bridge & Salmon Bake

Shopping Opportunities, Easy Activity, Includes meal

From $ 124.95

Rise & Shine at the Red Onion Saloon & Historical City Tour

Shopping Opportunities, Easy Activity, Includes snack

From $ 94.95

To the Klondike Summit

From $ 49.95

Local Connections: Skagway Street Car City Tour with Storyteller

Experience the yukon & suspension bridge.

From $ 179.95

Yukon Expedition & White Pass Scenic Railway

From $ 254.95

White Pass Scenic Railway

From $ 154.95

White Pass Scenic Railway (Wheelchair Accessible)

Wheelchair Accessible, Easy Activity

White Pass Scenic Railway - Luxury Class

Easy Activity, Includes snack

From $ 429.95

White Pass Steam Train to Bennett Lake

Moderate Activity, Includes snack

From $ 449.95

Local Connections: White Pass Rail Bennett Lake & Yukon Adventure Created by Train Historian

Easy Activity, Includes meal

From $ 329.95

White Pass Rail & Klondike Highway - Multilingual

From $ 189.95

Best of Skagway: Rail, Salmon Bake & Saloon

From $ 299.95

Rail, Summit & Suspension Bridge with Brunch

From $ 209.95

White Pass Rail, Summit, Gold Panning & BBQ Lunch

Sip & summit: white pass scenic rail & skagway brewing company.

From $ 229.95

Local Connections: Hands-On Kitchen Science with Alaskan Chef

From $ 109.95

Legends & Lies: Gold Rush Saloon Experience & City Tour

From $ 129.95

Skagway in Focus Photography Tour

Moderate Activity

Ultimate Gold Panning, Sled Dogs & Scenic Railway - a Discovery Exclusive

From $ 269.95

Gold Fever Experience: Gold Panning & Alaska Sled Dogs

From $ 114.95

Gold Fever Experience: Gold Panning & Alaska Sled Dogs (Wheelchair Accessible)

Kroschel wildlife refuge - an animal planet exclusive.

Strenuous Activity, Includes snack

Local Connections: Ghosts & Goodtime Girls Walking Tour Created by Madam Jan

From $ 54.95

Adventure Park & Ziplines

From $ 149.95

Grizzly Falls Ziplining Expedition

Strenuous Activity

Ultimate Musher's Camp Experience: Dog Sled Ride, Gold Panning & S'mores

Alaska nature & wildlife expedition.

From $ 199.95

Bear & Eagle Quest

From $ 219.95

Musher's Camp & Sled Dog Experience

Musher's camp & s'more roasting adventure, klondike summit to sea bicycle tour, rainforest bicycle tour.

From $ 119.95

Klondike Rock Climbing & Rappelling

Wilderness utv adventure.

Moderate Activity, Includes meal

From $ 249.95

Haines Wilderness Odyssey by Jet Boat

Ocean raft adventure.

From $ 159.95

Chilkoot Trail Hike & Float Adventure - a Discovery Exclusive

From $ 164.95

Haines Eagle Preserve Rafting & Wildlife Quest

From $ 259.95

Glacier Point Wilderness Safari

Klondike summit lake canoe, chilkoot lake kayak experience.

Strenuous Activity, Includes meal

Glacier Discovery by Helicopter

From $ 409.95

Dog Sledding & Glacier Helicopter Flightseeing

From $ 709.95