Northern Capitals with St. Petersburg & Moscow (ZTM)

16 days from Copenhagen to Moscow

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If you’re in search of a different European experience, just head north to the intersection of yesterday and tomorrow. Old meets new and tradition meets innovation on this cool tour of Scandinavia and its most exciting hot spots. With two-night stays in the capital cities of Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Finland, you’ll wake up to Copenhagen’s rush hour of designer-clad cyclists, Oslo’s stunning skyline “starchitecture,” Stockholm’s trendy galleries and gastro pubs, and Helsinki’s electrifying design scene. Within these hipster hubs, you’ll follow ancient Viking trails and the narrowest of cobblestone streets to the palaces and museums that hold the most fascinating historical stories—and the indoor and outdoor markets that carry the most intriguing snacks and souvenirs. The cool factor is illuminated on a breezy overnight cruise across the Baltic Sea from Stockholm to Helsinki.

Vodka wishes and caviar dreams are sure to come true when you extend your tour of Scandinavia to Russia. Leading you to the country’s two largest and most fascinating cities, this 6-day extension doubles the blinis, borscht, and Baroque architecture as you savor the sights, history, and flavors of Russia’s former and current capital.

Small-Group Discovery

Select Globus 2021 Europe tours are limited to an average of just 24 guests per tour. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus European tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery Europe vacation is the perfectly sized tour—without the crowds.

We’ve prepared everything you need for the perfect vacation—from transfers to and from your hotel to expert Local Guides and included VIP sightseeing access to the world’s iconic sites. Your Globus Tour Director is always there to help you make the most out of your free time!
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Northern Capitals with St. Petersburg & Moscow map

 Photo Highlights

The following UNESCO World Heritage Sites can be seen or visited on this vacation:

  • Historic Centre of St. Petersburg
  • Kremlin and Red Square (Moscow)
  • Kronborg Castle (See Only)

 Meals

 Meals & Itinerary

Full buffet breakfast daily; 6 three-course dinners

 Itinerary

Day 1 ARRIVE IN COPENHAGEN, DENMARK

Welcome to Copenhagen! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel.

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Day 2 COPENHAGEN

COPENHAGEN Guided sightseeing includes the royal reception rooms in Christiansborg Palace, and The Little Mermaid statue.
Free afternoon before visiting Tivoli Gardens.

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Day 3 COPENHAGEN–ELSINORE–GOTHENBURG, SWEDEN–OSLO, NORWAY

ELSINORE Ferry crossing to Helsingborg, Sweden.
GOTHENBURG Orientation drive. Globus Local FavoriteGlobus Local Favorite Visit the indoor food market and taste local snacks.
385 mi / 620 km

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Day 4 OSLO

OSLO Guided sightseeing includes a walk through Frogner Park and a visit to City Hall.

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Day 5 OSLO–STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN

Scenic drive from Oslo to Stockholm.
329 mi / 530 km

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Day 6 STOCKHOLM

STOCKHOLM Guided walking tour of the Old Town. Visit the City Hall and the Globus Local FavoriteGlobus Local Favorite Vasa Ship Museum.

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Day 7 STOCKHOLM–OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO HELSINKI, FINLAND

STOCKHOLM Free time this morning.
Overnight cruise with dinner to Helsinki.

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Day 8 HELSINKI

HELSINKI Guided sightseeing includes the Lutheran Cathedral, Sibelius Monument, and the open-air market.

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Day 9 HELSINKI

HELSINKI Free day. Farewell dinner tonight at your hotel.

ENHANCE YOUR FREE TIME in Helsinki with an excursion to Tallin. This and many more options throughout your tour are available for purchase with MyGlobus. Get local maps and tips for free time on your GlobusGO mobile app.

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Day 10 HELSINKI–ST. PETERSBURG, RUSSIA

Scenic drive to St. Petersburg.
ST. PETERSBURG Guided walking tour includes a visit to St. Isaac’s Cathedral. Welcome dinner at the hotel with local specialties such as caviar, blini (Russian pancake), pickled cucumber, and vodka.

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Day 11 ST. PETERSBURG

ST. PETERSBURG Guided sightseeing includes the Hermitage Museum. Free time this afternoon and evening.

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Day 12 ST. PETERSBURG

Morning drive to visit Catherine’s Palace in Pushkin. Free time this afternoon and evening.

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Day 13 ST. PETERSBURG–MOSCOW

ST. PETERSBURG Sapsan train ride to Moscow.
MOSCOW Free time this afternoon and evening.
404 mi / 650 km

ENHANCE YOUR FREE TIME in Moscow with an excursion to the Moscow Underground. This and many more options throughout your tour are available for purchase with MyGlobus. Get local maps and tips for free time on your GlobusGO mobile app.

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Day 14 MOSCOW

MOSCOW Guided sightseeing includes the Red Square, the Kremlin, and the Armory Museum. Free afternoon and evening.

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Day 15 MOSCOW

MOSCOW Visit the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour and the Novodevichy (New Maiden) Convent and Cemetery. Farewell dinner this evening with Russian champagne and local specialties.

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Day 16 MOSCOW

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.

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 Tour Director

With GLOBUS, there’s no better way to get to know your destination than through the eyes of a Tour Director. We’d like you to meet one of our Tour Directors, who average over a decade of experience and are representative of the type of expert that will be with you on your vacation.

ANNA LENA SODERLUND

Escorting tours for more than 20 years

“I love to bring visitors to areas where I have lived and worked, i.e. Scandinavia, Russia and Central Europe, to give a piece of my culture to the guests, to make the clients feel at home by introducing them to all aspects of life in the area. To open our eyes and understand customs, habits and history, "what makes me tick the way I tick, and you tick differently" is my focus. How to make the best Swedish meatballs, how to sing children's songs or sharing a proverb we use a lot. When we come back home after a tour, we have a different set of 'glasses'. The knowledge of the world has changed us a bit and we are all part of it, plus we had a really great time together!”

Tour Director - ANNA LENA SODERLUND

 Accommodations

 Optional Excursions

No matter what you’re into: food, wine, history, art, music or anything else, we give you the freedom to personalize your vacation with optional excursions that speak to your interests.

When you book your excursions with us, you can be assured that every optional excursion that we offer coordinates with the free time that you'll have in your destination, so you'll never have conflicts between included and optional activities. Our team of travel experts carefully selects each optional excursion that we offer to ensure that you receive the highest quality at a great value. Our tried-and-true partners have a finger on the pulse of the city in which they operate so they deliver the very best experiences. We offer experiences you cannot create on your own and because you’re booking with us, we coordinate all your transportation and timing needs.

The following optional excursions are examples only for this vacation. These may or may not be offered, and availability is subject to days of operation and seasonality. Please select a departure date to view optional excursions and pricing for a specific date (due to currency fluctuation, pricing shown is subject to change until purchased). Optional excursions are available for purchase on our MyGlobus site 90 days prior to the tour start date.

Price Ranges

$ ($50 USD and under)
$$ ($51 - $100 USD)
$$$ ($101 - $150 USD)
$$$$ (Over $150)


Copenhagen
Oslo
Stockholm
Helsinki
St Petersburg
Moscow

Copenhagen

The Danish Riviera with Fairytale Frederiksborg Castle

The Danish Riviera with Fairytale Frederiksborg Castle

Drive along the scenic Danish Riviera and discover fairytale Frederiksborg Castle, the largest Renaissance castle in Scandinavia!

Price Range: $$

Oslo

Panoramic Oslo and Dinner

Panoramic Oslo and Dinner

Enjoy a scenic drive to Oslo's historic Holmenkollen ski resort, and enjoy breathtaking views of the city and its fjord before savoring a delicious dinner at an area restaurant.

Price Range: $$$

Treasures of Norway

Treasures of Norway

Admire relics from Norway's great seafaring past.

Price Range: $$

Stockholm

Skansen Open-Air Museum & Swedish Dinner

Skansen Open-Air Museum & Swedish Dinner

Learn about midsummer, the most important family celebration of the year. Then treat your taste buds to a special dinner at a cozy local restaurant featuring the delightfully contrasting flavors of authentic Swedish cuisine.

Price Range: $$$

Royalty Walk and Lunch in Old Stockholm

Royalty Walk and Lunch in Old Stockholm

Visit Stockholm in the footsteps of the monarchy and afterwards enjoy a traditional lunch in a local restaurant.

Price Range: $$

Swedish Countryside & Old Uppsala

Swedish Countryside & Old Uppsala

Explore Sweden's prehistoric countryside and the ancient religious, economic, and political center of Gamla Uppsala on this outstanding trip.

Price Range: $$

Helsinki

Highlights of Tallinn, Jewel of Estonia

Highlights of Tallinn, Jewel of Estonia

Encounter the highlights of Tallinn on this superb guided excursion to the capital of Estonia, the smallest of the Baltic countries.

Price Range: $$$

St Petersburg

St. Petersburg Romantic Canal Cruise

St. Petersburg Romantic Canal Cruise

Enjoy champagne, vodka, light Russian snacks, and impressive views of St. Petersburg's famous palaces, mansions, cathedrals, and man-made islands on this delightful 2-hour canal cruise.

Price Range: $$

St. Petersburg in Depth: Rise and Fall of the Russian Empire

St. Petersburg in Depth: Rise and Fall of the Russian Empire

The wonders of St. Petersburg await on this exciting excursion featuring the Peter & Paul Fortress, Battleship Aurora, iconic Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood, and more!

Price Range: $$

Russian Dinner

Russian Dinner

Enjoy a delicious 4-course dinner with the most famous specialties at a typical Russian restaurant.

Price Range: $$

Russian Ballet

Russian Ballet

Enjoy a magnificent evening performance at a theater considered to be the birthplace of Russian ballet.

Price Range: $$$

Russian Folklore Show

Russian Folklore Show

Enjoy a captivating Russian folklore show featuring fiery dances, traditional songs, and authentic costumes at one of St. Petersburg's grand historic palaces.

Price Range: $$

Yusupov Palace

Yusupov Palace

Visit Yusupov Palace with its lavish décor, Yusupov family's private art collection, and fascinating display on the mysterious assassination of tsar advisor Grigori Rasputin, the "mad monk".

Price Range: $$

Moscow

Moscow Underground & Red Square

Moscow Underground & Red Square

Tour the lavish Moscow Underground with its brilliant mosaics, stained glass, bronze statues, and chandeliers, then explore Red Square, home of Lenin's tomb and iconic St. Basil's Cathedral!

Price Range: $

Traditional Dinner In Moscow

Traditional Dinner In Moscow

Enjoy an exceptional outing to a legendary Moscow restaurant that features Russian vodka, a delectable 3-course dinner, and an historic ambiance enjoyed by Russian and U.S. presidents!

Price Range: $$

Enemies At The Gates

Enemies At The Gates

Experience the imposing Poklonnaya Hill and see the Arch of Triumph and the Victory Memorial.

Price Range: $$

 Private Touring

Private Touring: Globus European Private Touring enables you to experience all of the attractions, sights and highlights of your selected Globus tour as a private experience - delivered just for you and your traveling party. With Private Touring, you'll have your own dedicated Tour Director, your own private transportation and driver, and your own professional local guides. All with greater flexibility in pace and your experience.

For your selected tour, there will be additional per-person cost for the size of your party - from 1 to 24. This additional supplement is reduced with each traveler you add to your party.

Here's a sample of the additional cost:

6 guests in a party: $2,406*
18 guests in a party: $470*

Contact Globus or your preferred travel agent for pricing for your specific party size as well as any other information on Globus Private Touring.

* Supplement pricing is per person (USD) and will be added to the standard published price for your given departure date and is based on availability. Supplement price is valid for 2020 and 2021 travel years. Occasionally some included and optional activities & excursions may be operated with other guests. Additional restrictions may apply. Not applicable for custom groups. No Group allowances or promotions are available on Private Touring. Published itineraries only. Note that blackout dates may exist where the Private Touring option is not available.



The "Starting at" or listed price is based on the lowest price available to book. Price is per passenger based on double occupancy and does not include International airfare; additional fees/charges are not included. If a price is crossed out, the new price shown includes a limited time promotional offer(s) – please review current promotions or deals for additional information. Some tours require intra-vacation flights (and in some cases intra-vacation segments must be purchased from Globus).

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