Moscow, privately.
Ten days in Moscow and the countryside around it. Your own guide, your own driver, five-star hotels by the Kremlin. One party at a time, never a group.
A city most Western travellers no longer see
Few visitors from Western Europe come to Moscow now. Those who do find a working capital of theatres, galleries, markets and bathhouses, and a countryside of monasteries and old estates an hour away. We show it at a calm pace and we tell you plainly what the trip involves.
Private throughout
Your guide and driver are with you alone. No coach, no shared tables, no fixed pace.
Honest about the practical side
Visa, flights, money and official travel advice are set out on this page before you ask.
Shaped around you
More art, more food or more quiet countryside. The ten days below are a starting point.
Ten days, day by day
Eight days in the city, two in the countryside. Day nine is left open for you.
- 01Moscow
Arrival
A driver meets you at the airport and takes you to your hotel. A welcome drink, a short evening walk through the old centre, dinner.
- 02Moscow
Red Square and the Kremlin
A private visit to the Kremlin cathedrals and the Armoury Chamber, with the Diamond Fund when it is open. Lunch with a view of the centre.
- 03Moscow
Art and the Bolshoi
Morning in the Tretyakov Gallery or on an architecture walk. In the evening a performance at the Bolshoi, or a backstage tour, depending on the programme.
- 04Moscow
The river and the table
A private boat on the Moskva River, then a long dinner at one of the city's best kitchens.
- 05Moscow Region
Sergiev Posad
By car to the Trinity Lavra of St Sergius, a UNESCO World Heritage monastery. Lunch in the countryside, back in Moscow by late afternoon.
- 06Moscow Region
Estates and parkland
Arkhangelskoye or Zvenigorod outside the city, or Kolomenskoye and Tsaritsyno within it. A slower day among parks and palaces.
- 07Moscow
Banya and back streets
A private Russian banya with steam, birch and a cold plunge. Later, a walk through the Arbat lanes and their old mansions.
- 08Moscow
Modern Moscow
The Moscow City towers and their viewing decks, contemporary architecture, and time at GUM or TsUM with assistance if you want it.
- 09Open day
Your day
Left open on purpose. A second day in the countryside, a cooking class, another museum or the hotel spa.
- 10Moscow
Departure
Breakfast, then your driver takes you to the airport. We stay in touch until you have boarded.
What the price covers
- Nine nights in a five-star hotel in the historic centre
- Private car and driver every day
- Private English-speaking guide; German or Dutch on request
- Kremlin and Armoury Chamber entry
- An evening at the Bolshoi, subject to the programme
- Two days out in the Moscow Region
- Private banya session
- Airport transfers and help with visa, flights and money
Not covered: international flights, the visa fee, travel insurance and personal spending.
A written quote for your dates and party is sent before you commit to anything.
Before you go
What travelling to Moscow involves in 2026.
Visa
Citizens of most EU countries, Norway and Switzerland can apply online for a Russian e-visa. It takes about four days, costs around 50 US dollars and allows a single stay of up to 30 days. British, American and Canadian travellers need a regular visa. Rules change, so we check them for your passport before you book.
Flights
There are no direct flights from the EU, the UK or the US. Most travellers connect through Istanbul, Dubai, Belgrade or Yerevan. Allow a full day each way.
Money
Bank cards issued outside Russia do not work there. You bring euros or dollars in cash and exchange them locally. We tell you how much to expect to need.
Official travel advice
Most Western governments currently advise against travel to Russia, and consular help there is limited. Many travel insurance policies do not apply; the e-visa requires medical cover valid in Russia. Read your government's advice and decide for yourself. We will answer any question directly.
Questions
Is this a group tour?
No. Each journey is for one party: a couple, a family or a few friends.
Can the programme be changed?
Yes. Every day can be swapped, shortened or extended before you travel, and day nine is open by design.
How far ahead should we plan?
Four to eight weeks is comfortable. The visa, hotel rooms and theatre seats all need lead time.
Which language does the guide speak?
English as standard. German and Dutch guides can be arranged on request.
When is the best time to go?
May to September for long evenings and green parks; December and January for snow and the theatre season.
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