Day 1: Historic Moscow & Kremlin
Morning:
- Arrival & hotel check-in
- Breakfast: Traditional Russian (blini, kasha, tea)
- Red Square: Walk through Russia’s most famous square
- St. Basil’s Cathedral: Visit the iconic colorful domes
- Lenin’s Mausoleum (if open)
Lunch: Soviet-style cafeteria at Stolovaya No. 57
Afternoon:
- Kremlin Grounds Tour:
- Tsar Cannon & Tsar Bell
- Cathedral Square (Assumption Cathedral)
- Armory Chamber (optional, extra fee)
Evening:
- GUM Department Store: Luxury shopping & famous ice cream
- Dinner: Upscale Russian cuisine at Turandot Restaurant
Day 2: Soviet Legacy & Modern Moscow
Morning:
- VDNKh Exhibition Center: Soviet architecture & Space Pavilion
- Museum of Cosmonautics: Soviet space program artifacts
Lunch: Traditional dumplings at Varenichnaya No. 1
Afternoon:
- Ostankino TV Tower (360° city views, booking required)
- Arbat Street: Historic pedestrian street with souvenirs
Evening:
- Bolshoi Theatre (ballet/opera, book tickets in advance)
- Dinner: Imperial-era dining at Café Pushkin
Day 3: Art & Relaxation
Morning:
- Tretyakov Gallery: Masterpieces of Russian art
- Tsaritsyno Park: Catherine the Great’s palace & gardens
Lunch: Riverside dining at Ostrovok (Gorky Park)
Afternoon:
- Gorky Park: Bike rental or riverside stroll
- Patriarch Ponds: Literary landmark from “Master & Margarita”
Evening:
- Moscow River Night Cruise (illuminated city views)
- Dinner: Rooftop dining at White Rabbit (World’s 50 Best)
Day 4: Metro Art & Departure
Morning:
- Moscow Metro Tour:
- Mayakovskaya (Art Deco)
- Komsomolskaya (Baroque mosaics)
- Novoslobodskaya (stained glass)
- Sparrow Hills: Panoramic city view
Lunch: Modern Russian at Dr. Zhivago
- Shopping: Izmailovo Market (matryoshka dolls, Soviet memorabilia)
Afternoon:
- Zaryadye Park: Floating bridge over Moskva River
- Transfer to airport
Key Add-Ons:
- Banya Experience: Sanduny Baths (traditional Russian sauna)
- Football Tour: Spartak Stadium visit
- KGB History: Cold War Museum at Bunker 42
Visa Info:
- E-Visa available for many nationalities (check requirements)
- Apply at least 4 days before arrival
Transport Tips:
- Use Yandex Metro app for subway navigation
- Official taxis only (Yandex.Taxi app recommended)
Best Time to Visit:
- May-September (pleasant weather)
- December-January (magical winter atmosphere)
Enjoy your Moscow adventure! 🏛️❄️