Duration: approx. 3.5 hours

The wonderful Russian city of St. Petersburg is replete with historical buildings as far as the eye can see, one of which is the gold-hued Yusupov Palace on the banks of the River Moika, one of the waterways on which the great city is situated. Also called the Moika Palace, the gorgeous building was once the primary home of the House of Yusupov and the site of Grigori Rasputin’s grisly murder in 1916. First constructed c. 1770 by a French architect, the palace was later worked on by several other notable architects and now features a variety of architectural styles. The palace is an impressive reflection of the wealth and power wielded by the Russian Empire. Due to its many waterways, St. Petersburg has earned itself the title of the “Venice of the North” and the final leg of your tour will see you board a pleasure boast for a scenic cruise, with more views of splendid riverside houses and villas to enjoy as you go – so do bring your camera to take some photos to show the folks at home. The tour comes to a close with your return to the pier and your ship.

A visit to the Baltic port of St. Petersburg, often named The Venice of the North, is always an unforgettable experience and this is the ideal excursion for all those wishing to learn more about this amazing city and see the sights, but do so in a short and stress-free amount of time. The outstanding architectural beauty of St. Petersburg is definitely worth capturing for posterity and photo stops will be made at the city’s main attractions. Take St. Isaac’s Square, for instance, and the co-located St. Isaac’s Cathedral, which boasts the third-highest cupola in the world. Or the Church of the Saviour on Spilled Blood, celebrated for its colourful façades and onion-shaped domes. Time to browse and shop for a memento in a souvenir store will also be included before you head back to your ship.