Private Moscow Boat Tour with Friendly Local Guide

Name: Private Moscow Boat Tour with Friendly Local Guide
Brand: Friendly Local Guides Moscow
SKU: bdf7f08f-d346-47a5-90d1-0e22fbb79a27

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Summary

Meet up with a guide in your centrally-located hotel lobby, and get a brief overview of Moscow’s history and culture as you walk to the river cruise port. Board a boat on the river, and enjoy unobstructed views of some of Moscow’s key sites. Take in the Kremlin from the Moskva River: the UNESCO-listed fortress dates back to the 11th century, when it was a small settlement on Borovitsky Hill, and now contains five palaces, four cathedrals, and the official residence of the Russian President. You’ll also see the Novospassky Bridge, the fortified Novospassky Monastery, and the imposing façade of the Russian Ministry of Defense. Snap a photo of the infamous Peter the Great statue; the eighth tallest statue in the world, it’s been controversial since it was erected in 1997 by artist Zurab Tsereteli. Continue past the Cathedral of Christ the Savior and Luzhniki Stadium, where the World Cup finals will be played in 2018. Finish the tour at Gorky Park, which sprawls 300 acres (120 ha.) along the Moskva River. Visit a coffee shop surrounded by lush vegetation—Gorky Park is the perfect place for summertime people watching in Moscow during the warmer months, you can finish the tour with tips on the best places to keep exploring.

Tour info

Duration

3 hours

Why take this tour?

Get a different view of Moscow on this scenic 3-hour boat tour through this beautiful Russian metropolis. Learn about the history of Moscow -- from the 12th century to the present -- as the boat cruises along, passing many legendary landmarks and stunning sites. See the Kremlin, the Monument to Peter I, Christ the Savior Cathedral. Your friendly local guide will meet you in your hotel and take you to the boat station. Get ready to see all the treasures of Moscow without any traffic! History, fairy-tale Kremlin fortress, Instagram-worthy views and panoramic vistas are all awaiting for you on this private tour. Prepare your cameras for scenic and romantic views. You will see 37 embankment and numerous bridges with interesting history and design - Bolshoy Kamenny Bridge, Patriarshy Bridge, Borodinsky Bridge, Bagration Bridge, Krymsky Bridge. After the tour feast at a local coffee bar in Gorky Park with waterfront views.

What’s included?

Private tour. (Note: the boat itself is not private, it is a public boat experience)
Friendly local guide
Multiple start times available
Customized itinerary
Flexibility during the tour
Iconic places for photo shoot
Meeting in the hotel
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Live commentary on board
Food and drinks
Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 3h
Mobile tickets accepted
Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

Guides required to regularly wash hands
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Face masks required for guides in public areas

We are serious about taking extra precautions to stop the spread of this virus by practicing regular hand washing and sanitization. We practice social distancing measures through providing private tours only.This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operator Website

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Friendly Local Guides Moscow

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Fun private tours of Moscow, Saint Petersburg, New York, Paris and Los Angeles. Fun facts, must sees and off the beaten path. Your private guide is your local friend!