White Nights Adventure

15 days St Petersburg to Moscow

Witness White Nights in Northern Russia, Marvel at the tsarist treasures of the Hermitage, Take a boat trip across the White Sea, Be moved by history at former gulag sites, Experience Russia's religious revival at ancient monasteries, Enjoy traditional village hospitality, Explore nature in a national park, Visit Moscow's Kremlin

Be enchanted by the white nights, a time when the sun almost never sets. Travel from St Petersburg through the remote and rugged landscape of Russia's northern regions, discovering secluded islands, ancient wooden villages and overwhelmingly warm hospitality from the locals along the way.

Physical Rating: 2
Culture Shock Rating: 3
Accommodation: Hotel/guesthouse (11 nts), home stay (1 nt), overnight train (2 nts)
Transportation: Sleeper train, local train, public bus, private bus/van, boat, metro, walking
Trip Style: Intrepid Original
Group Size: Maximum of 12 travellers per group
Departure: Departure is guaranteed, subject to 4 people travelling
Budget: Allow USD $250 for meals not included.

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Tour Operator

Intrepid Travel

Duration

15 Days

Escorted

Escorted - Yes

Itinerary

Day	Destination	Description
Days 1-3	St Petersburg	The adventure begins in imperial St Petersburg, a grand city built as Russia's 'window to the west'. During White Nights when the sun almost never sets the city comes alive day and night with people strolling along the river banks, promenading the historic centre and boating around the extensive system of canals. This is indeed Russia's cultural capital, home to one of the world's greatest art museums, the Hermitage.
Days 4-6	Kem/Solovki	The Solovetsky Archipelago (Solovki) is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Situated on the White Sea and consisting of many islands it was home to one of the biggest monasteries in the world until the 19th century when it began to be used as a place of exile for political and religious figures. During Soviet times Solovki became one of the most feared GULAGs in the USSR. Today it is once again a centre of pilgrimage and visitors are attracted by its isolation, natural beauty and incredible historical significance for the Russian people.
Days 7-8	Arkhangelsk	We continue north to Arkhangelsk, a tidy city on the Dvina River near the White Sea which was Russia's only point of access to the sea before the creation of St Petersburg. This was the place where the White Army fled during the revolution and where Russia received allied aid during WW2.
Day 9	Kargopol	One of the oldest towns in Northern Russia, Kargopol still retains much of it's traditional character with wooden houses lining the neat streets and ornamental churches dating back to the 16th century. The region is also famous for folk art especially clay figurines and patchwork.
Days 10-12	Kenozero National Park	Considered to be an open air musuem of Northern Russian nature and cultural heritage, Kenozero National Park stretches through the territory of some 1392 sq km. Its hilly landscape is covered with virgin forests and lakes with numerous bays and white sandy beaches lined with charming ancient wooden villages where we will base ourselves to explore the tranquil surroundings
Days 13-15	Moscow	Our adventure finishes with a bang in Moscow, the vibrant capital of Russia. It was here that much of the country's history has been formed and places such as the Kremlin and Red Square are reason alone for a visit. It's a fitting place to celebrate the diversity of this incredible country that we've just experienced with a final Russian feast and maybe even a night at the ballet.

Dates/Pricing

Disclaimer

* The prices listed are based on the costs and exchange rates current at the time of printing/posting. Intrepid reserves the right to alter these prices at any time. For trips departing between 01 January 2007 and 31 December 2007, the land price of your trip is guaranteed when you have paid in full. For trips departing beyond 31 December 2007, prices are indicative only. The itineraries and dates online and in our printed brochures are applicable from 01 January 2007 until 31 December 2007. Beyond 31 December 2007 dates and itineraries are indicative only and are subject to change. All information is accurate to the best of our knowledge at time of printing/posting, but please note that changes to our trips (which can be significant) can and do occur. Intrepid will make every effort to keep you informed of any changes, but cannot be held liable for any alterations made to the published itineraries. Please refer to our website for the most recent update to any trip. Please note that these conditions apply to Intrepid group trips only. Variations may apply for Intrepid Independent trips. Loss of monies paid applies to all cancelled reservations. The date of trip cancellation is the date on which the written cancellation is received by Intrepid. Please ask your Travel Agent about our full Booking and Cancellation Conditions.

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