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1 10 Days Russia Golden Ring (2017 Departure Dates: 6/28, 7/26, 8/23) Tour: 10 Days, 1 country (Russia) Price: USD 2,688 (per person twin share) + Airfare Includes: 8 nights 4-star hotels, hotels and train porterage, all meals included (8 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches, 8 dinners), Ballet Show, Circus Show, all transportation and tours as mentioned. Russia is the largest country in the world, displaying different epochs, mentalities, ideologies, religions, styles, and ways of being. Immerse yourself in the Golden Ring, a ring of ancient towns northeast of Moscow that still preserve the memory of the most important events in Russian history. They are "open-air museums", featuring unique monuments of Russian architecture of the 12th 18th centuries, and are among the most picturesque in Russia, prominently featuring Russia's famous onion domes. Highlights Local English (or Mandarin) speaking tour escort, expert in local customs, practices, and traditions. Private air-conditioned long distance motorcoach service. High-Speed Train from St. Petersburg to Moscow. Special features: Russian Ballet Show in St. Petersburg, and Moscow Circus Show. Neva River Cruise around St. Petersburg. St. Petersburg: Hermitage Museum, Peterhof Palace, Catherine Palace, Church of The Savior On Spilled Blood and St. Isaac s Cathedral Moscow: Red Square, Kremlin with priceless collection of Imperial treasures in the Armoury Chamber and St. Basil s Cathedral. Sergiyev Posad: Trinity St. Sergius Monastery (Lavra). Explore 4 UNESCO World Heritage Sites Historic Centre of Saint Petersburg and Related Groups of Monuments. Kremlin And Red Square, Moscow. White Monuments of Vladimir and Suzdal. Architectural Ensemble of the Trinity Sergius Lavra in Sergiyev Posad. 1 of 6

2 ITINERARY Symbols: B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner. Day 1 USA St. Petersburg, Russia N/A On flight Depart from your hometown to St. Petersburg. Day 2 St. Petersburg D Crowne Plaza Airport Hotel or similar Admission included or inside visit. Outside photo stop Welcome to St. Petersburg for an exciting and inspiring day! Our representative will meet you at the airport and take you to visit the HERMITAGE MUSEUM, housing the largest and richest collection of Western art in the entire world. Originally the personal gallery of Catherine the Great, the vast assemblage of art spans six buildings, including the Winter Palace. Astounding priceless masterpieces by Michelangelo, da Vinci, Picasso, Raphael, Rembrandt, Van Gogh, Monet, and more are displayed amid the fittingly opulent architectural design of the museum. As the collection is housed in the lavishly decorated Winter Palace, you will also see some of the historic rooms where Russian royalty once lived. Day 3 St. Petersburg Crowne Plaza Airport Hotel or similar. Visit the world-famous CATHERINE PALACE, former summer residence of the Russian tsars, with elaborately decorated blue-and-white facades. More than 100 kilograms of gold were used to decorate the sophisticated stucco facade and numerous statues erected on the roof. Next visit the PETERHOF PALACE, the amazing Summer Palace of Peter the Great, with its gorgeous landscaped grounds and fountains overlooking the Gulf of Finland, referred to as the "Russian Versailles". Tonight, enjoy an authentic RUSSIAN BALLET SHOW. Day 4 St. Petersburg Crowne Plaza Airport Hotel or similar Today, enjoy a full day tour of St. Petersburg. Pass by the BRONZE HORSEMAN, a statue of Peter the Great and one of the symbols of Saint Petersburg. See the CRUISER AURORA, a 1900 Russian protected cruiser that served during the Russo-Japanese War, currently a museum ship. One of the first incidents of the October Revolution in Russia took place on the cruiser Aurora. Take a NEVA RIVER CRUISE to feel the romance and see the beauty of this city. Visit the CHURCH OF THE SAVIOR ON SPILLED BLOOD, an architectural landmark of central St. Petersburg, and a unique monument to Alexander II the Liberator. It features Russia s largest collection of mosaics, Italian colored marbles, decorative stones from the Urals and Altai region, as well as a collection of Russian heraldic mosaics. Explore the ST. ISAAC S CATHEDRAL, the largest Russian Orthodox cathedral in the city. It was built between 1818 and 1858, by the French-born architect Auguste Montferrand, to be one of the most impressive landmarks of the Russian Imperial capital. The cathedral's main dome rises meters and is plated with pure gold. The facades are decorated with sculptures and massive granite columns (made of single pieces of red granite), while the interior is adorned with incredibly detailed mosaic icons, paintings and columns made of malachite and lapis lazuli. Day 5 St. Petersburg Moscow, Russia Holiday Inn Suschevsky Hotel or similar This morning, visit the PETER AND PAUL FORTRESS, the original citadel of the city, built on re-claimed lands along the Neva River between 1703 and 1740 to protect Russia s new capital from a possible Swedish attack. The Swedes were defeated before the fortress was even completed. From 1721 onwards, the fortress housed 2 of 6

3 part of the city's garrison and served as a high security political jail. The prison was turned into a museum in The most visible landmark within the Fortress is the PETER AND PAUL CATHEDRAL, whose spire stands more than 400 feet tall and features a magnificent golden angel holding a cross (one of the most prominent symbols of St. Petersburg). Built between 1712 and 1733, the cathedral was one of the first in Russia to be decorated with paintings and icons. The iconostasis was carved by Moscow craftsmen in the 1720s and contains 43 original icons from the 18 th century. The bell tower of the cathedral is the world s largest Orthodox bell tower and at the base of the tower lay the burial place of all the Russian Emperors and Empresses from Peter the Great to Alexander III. Visit the YUSUPOV PALACE, built around 1770 by the French architect Jean- Baptiste Vallin de la Mothe. Over the years numerous well-known architects worked on the palace, producing a variety of architectural styles. From 1830 to 1917, the palace belonged to the House of Yusupov, an immensely wealthy family of Russian nobles, known for their philanthropy and art collections. The palace was the site of Grigori Rasputin's murder in Later, take the HIGH-SPEED TRAIN (2nd Class) to Moscow and enjoy some free time. Day 6 Moscow Vladimir Suzdal (B,L, D) Pushkarskaya Sloboda Hotel or similar Arrive in VLADIMIR for a panoramic city tour, where you will become acquainted with the main highlights of the city. The first stop is the ASSUMPTION CATHEDRAL (DORMITION CATHEDRAL), a unique monument of the white-stone architecture of Vladimir. The cathedral was built in the middle of the 12 th century by Prince Andrei Bogolyubsky as the main church of the Vladimir-Suzdal Principality. World-famous frescoes by Andrei Rublev are preserved there. You will then proceed to the small, one-domed CATHEDRAL OF SAINT DEMETRIUS, built in the beginning of the 12 th century by Prince Vsevolod as his palace s church. The cathedral s interior still features frescoes of the 12 th century. Next, see one of Vladimir's most prominent landmarks, the GOLDEN GATES, built in the early 12 th century as the main entrance to the city. They are an integral part of the City's heritage, having witnessed its history over many centuries. The Gates were built as an impregnable fortress with massive oak doors bound with gilded copper. Day 7 Suzdal Sergiyev Posad Posadskiy Hotel or similar Enjoy a city tour of SUZDAL, often called the Russian Mecca. Suzdal is amazingly tranquil and beautiful with its numerous churches, wooden houses, bird songs and the ringing of bells throughout the day. Visit the oldest part of the city, the SUZDAL KREMLIN, dating from the 10 th century. It was originally a fortress or citadel and was the religious and administrative center of the city. It is most notably the site of the CATHEDRAL OF THE NATIVITY, a World Heritage Site, and one of the eight White Monuments of Vladimir and Suzdal. See the magnificent "golden gates" which adorn the cathedral's south and west portals to this very day, real masterpieces of 13 th century Russian applied art. The cathedral is surrounded by a ring of earthen walls in an oxbow of Kamenka River, and it is one of the most complex monuments of Russian medieval architecture. Visit the ARCHBISHOPS CHAMBERS, which houses the Suzdal History Exhibition, which includes a visit to the 18th-century Cross Hall. Explore the open-air MUSEUM OF WOODEN ARCHITECTURE, which recreates the lives and traditions of the people who lived centuries ago. The wooden constructions from different areas of the Vladimir region were brought to this place. The ensemble includes churches, log houses, mills, barns, etc. *During the low season, the Museum of Wooden Architecture will be substituted with the Spaso-Yevfimievsky Monastery of Our Savior. Day 8 Sergiyev Posad Mosocw Holiday Inn Suschevsky Hotel or similar 3 of 6

4 Considered by some to be the Russian Vatican, SERGIYEV POSAD is the temporary residence of the Patriarch of the Russian Orthodox Church. Visit the TRINITY ST. SERGIUS MONASTERY (LAVRA), one of Russia s most beautiful monasteries, where pilgrims have journeyed since the 14th century. It was built in the first half of the 1340s by St. Sergius of Radonezh, who remains one the most venerated saints in Russia. The monastery includes more than fifty edifices constructed by Moscow, Pskov and Yaroslavl craftsmen. In 1993 it entered the UNESCO World Heritage list. Visit a traditional MATRYOSHKA DOLL SHOP. A matryoshka doll also known as a Russian nesting doll, refers to a set of wooden dolls of decreasing size placed one inside another. The number of nested figures is traditionally not less than five, up to several dozen with sufficiently fine craftsmanship. Traditionally the outer layer is a woman, dressed in a sarafan. The figures inside may be of either gender; the smallest, innermost doll is typically a baby lathed from a single small piece of wood. The artistry is in the painting of each doll, which can be extremely elaborate. Day 9 Moscow Holiday Inn Suschevsky Hotel or similar Start your Moscow s city tour with the RED SQUARE. The buildings surrounding the Red Square are all significant in some respect. On the West side is Lenin's Mausoleum, to the South is the elaborate brightly domed SAINT BASIL'S CATHEDRAL. On the Eastern side is the GUM department store, and the Northern side is occupied by the State Historical Museum. Then visit the KREMLIN, a fortified complex at the heart of Moscow that includes five palaces, four cathedrals, and the enclosing Kremlin Wall with Kremlin towers. The complex serves as the official residence of the President of the Russian Federation. In Kremlin, visit the ARMOURY CHAMBER, a world-wide known treasure-house hosting ancient Russian state regalia, ceremonial vestments, church utensils, gold and silver relics, with its lavishly decorated stations in marble, mosaics, chandeliers and statues. Then travel a few stops on the unique metro, with its lavishly decorated stations in marble, mosaics, chandeliers and statues. Enjoy the world famous MOSCOW CIRCUS SHOW tonight. Day 10 Moscow USA B On flight Today is time to bid farewell to your tour guide and new travel friends, as your memorable tour comes to an end. Transfers are available. Conditions apply. NOTE: This itinerary is for your reference only. Unikke Travel has the right to modify this itinerary without prior notice. The final itinerary will be provided to you prior to departure. Tour order may vary due to local weather, traffic or other unforeseen conditions, and our tour guides/escorts reserve the right to modify your itinerary when necessary. Per person Price / Check payment Double Occupancy: USD 2,688 + International Air Ticket Single Supplement: USD 780 Included in your escorted tour price: 1. Tour Guide: English (or Mandarin) speaking local guide. 2. Hotel s: 8 nights 4-star hotels. 3. Meals: 8 breakfasts, 7 lunches and 8 dinners as specified in the itinerary. 4. Sightseeing: We will follow the original itinerary as accurately as possible, but the final arrangement will be determined by the local tour escort/ guide, based on local circumstances which may be beyond our control. 5. Admissions / Entrance Fees: As mentioned in the itinerary. 6. Ground Transportation: private chartered bus for transfer and tour. 7. Transfers: Included on arrival and departure dates if you purchase the land with international airfare through Unikke Travel. 8. Porterage: Hotel in and out, Station Porterage. (one piece per person) 4 of 6

5 Not included in your escorted tour price: 1. Airfare. 2. Airlines checked baggage fees and porterage fees. 3. Baggage responsibility: we make every effort to handle passengers luggage carefully, but we cannot be responsible, assume liability or accept claims for loss or damage to luggage and personal effects due to breakage, theft or fair wear and tear through hotel, airline and group carrier handling. It is important to have adequate insurance to cover these eventualities. 4. Passports, travel documents, visas or other fees. 5. Bottled water or any other beverages. 6. Gratuities to the guide, assistant, driver or others. 7. Any expenses due to deviation, delay or changes of schedule beyond Unikke Travel s control. 8. Default of any third parties. 9. Travel insurance (highly recommended to protect your vacation investment). 10. Personal expenses and anything else not listed in the itinerary. TERMS & CONDITIONS Reservations and Payments Payment of the deposit and/or full payment indicates acceptance of our Terms and Conditions. 1. Deposit: USD 200 per person. Reservation is subject to cancellation if the deposit is not received by Unikke Travel within 7 days after booking. 2. Final payment: due 60 days prior to departure date. Payment in full is required at time of booking for reservations made less than 60 days prior to departure date. If your payment is not received by the due date, the reservation is subject to cancellation and deposit will be forfeited. Passenger Cancellation & Cancellation Fees Written notice of cancellation must be received by Unikke Travel either by mail, fax, or . The following penalties will be assessed when you cancel your reservation: days prior to commencement of services: 3% of total price plus Air ticket penalty* days prior to commencement of services: 8% of total price plus Air ticket penalty* days prior to commencement of services: 20% of total price plus Air ticket penalty* days prior to commencement of services: 40% of total price plus Air ticket penalty*. 14- on departure day and late: 100% of total price plus Air ticket penalty*. * Air Ticket penalty depends on airlines cancellation policy. In addition to the above stated cancellation charges, if tickets for airlines, cruises or trains have already been issued or final confirmation has been received at the time of cancellation (regardless of number of days prior to departure), you will be assessed an additional airline, cruise line, or train cancellation penalty (up to 100%) and service charge according to the supplier s rules and regulations. Should a passenger sharing a room cancel, the remaining passenger(s) will be charged for a single (or twin share) room. Unikke Travel reserves the right to issue airline tickets at any time after receipt of your deposit. Refunds for Unused Services No refunds will be made for unused services once travel has commenced. If you leave your vacation early due to illness, you must obtain a medical certificate in support of any insurance claim. We regret that no refunds can be made for absences from a program, including but not limited to, missed meals or sightseeing. Employees of any domestic or overseas service supplier are not authorized to indicate or make refunds without respect to Unikke Travel's stated Terms and Conditions. Escorted Tour Cancellation Unikke Travel reserves the right to cancel or reschedule any departure in accordance with operating requirements or circumstances beyond its control. We will try to rebook the same or a similar vacation and, where flights have been confirmed by us, we will attempt to confirm an air schedule for the new dates, subject to availability. If there is a difference in cost, it will be at the passenger's expense. If the alternative trip is not accepted within 7 days, we will refund all monies paid to Unikke Travel and will be under no further obligation or liability. If cancellation is made any time prior to departure, Unikke Travel's only liability will be to refund to the passenger the amount it has received for the booking. Unikke Travel is not liable for any other travel arrangements affected due to our cancellations or any cancellation penalties incurred on any other travel arrangements including air tickets purchased separately. If purchasing a non-refundable air ticket, please make sure your Travel Agent explains the difficulties associated 5 of 6

6 with these. Unikke Travel cannot be held responsible for any change/cancellation penalties associated with nonrefundable airfares. Visas & Passports All passengers traveling internationally are required to have a passport. Passports must be valid for at least six (6) months beyond the conclusion of your trip. It is recommended that you have a minimum of three blank pages in your passport when traveling, as many countries require blank pages. You are responsible for obtaining and paying for all visas and entry documents, for meeting all health and other requirements, and for any documents required by the laws, regulations, orders, and/or requirements of the countries you will visit. Multiple-entry visas are required for some vacations. It is your responsibility to verify all visa and passport requirements. Non-U.S. citizens must consult with appropriate consulates to determine if any visas are needed. Unikke Travel is not responsible for providing you with specific visa and passport information or documentation, for any fees associated with obtaining these documents, and we cannot accept liability for any passenger who is refused entry onto any transportation or into any country due to failure of the passenger to carry correct documentation. The process of obtaining a visa and/or passport can take up to three months or more. Some government agencies in foreign countries require us to collect and pass on certain personal and other details related to you, including but not limited to government-issued identification and passport details. If you fail to supply the details as requested, fully and accurately, your trip may be interrupted or cancelled. There are no refunds for failure to provide documentation or failure to provide documentation by the time required. Physical Fitness Please consult with your physician regarding your wellness and ability to travel long distances, as some locations and sightseeing activities require extensive standing, sitting or walking. When visiting high-altitude destinations or countries that require vaccination, you should discuss the trip with your physician prior to departing the United States. Any physical or mental disability must be noted at the time of reservation. We will make reasonable efforts to accommodate the special needs travelers, but we are not responsible in the event we are unable to do so. We cannot provide individual assistance to a tour member for walking, getting on/off tour buses and other transportation vehicles, or other personal needs. A qualified travel companion must accompany travelers who need assistance. Final Documents Document are mailed approximately 2 weeks prior to departure. Smoking Policy There is a non-smoking policy on all of our transportation. Cruise ships have a non-smoking policy, except where permitted in designated areas of the open decks. Weather Information: ( Jun/Aug/Sep F ) Average Temperature City Average Average High Average Low St. Petersburg 58 / 59 / / 66 / / 54 / 45 Moscow 60 / 60 / / 68 / / 52 / 43 6 of 6