MOSCOW - SERGIEV - POSAD - ST. PETERSBURG - BEIJING | AIR CHINA

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Description

Discover the 9-day 8-night journey through Moscow – Sergiev Posad – St. Petersburg – Beijing with Du Lịch Thiên Nhiên. Visitors will admire the magnificent beauty of the capital Moscow, visit the sacred ancient city of Sergiev Posad along Russia's Golden Ring, explore the splendor of St. Petersburg with its majestic palaces, and continue the journey to Beijing – the cultural and historical heart of China. This trip offers a perfect blend of architecture, art, culture, and world-famous iconic structures.

Itinerary

DAY 1: SAIGON - MOSCOW (Light lunch on board, dinner)

- 02:00 Tour leader welcomes guests at Tan Son Nhat International Airport, assists the group with check-in procedures for the flight to Beijing: CA904 SGN PEK 05:10 - 11:30 (expected flight time).

- After landing at Beijing Airport, the group completes transit procedures for the flight to the capital of Russia: CA909 PEK SVO 14:00 - 16:27 (expected flight time).

- 16:27 Landing at Sheremetyevo International Airport - Moscow, guests complete entry procedures. The tour bus and local guide pick up the group to the city center. Along the way, guests begin to feel the vast, ancient, and proud beauty of Moscow – the city considered the heart of Russia.

- The group checks into the hotel. Overnight in Moscow.

DAY 2: MOSCOW – RED SQUARE (Meals: 3 meals)

- Morning: The group has breakfast at the hotel. The tour bus and guide take you to begin the journey to discover Russia's pride – Red Square, combined with a Moscow Metro tour.

- Moscow Metro Tour – experience the world-famous Moscow subway system where each station is likened to an "underground palace", featuring magnificent architecture, dazzling chandeliers, and exquisite mosaic artworks, delivering an overwhelming and impressive feeling right from the first experience.

- Alexandrovsky Garden – a peaceful green space located right next to the Kremlin wall, where you can stroll and relax amidst the serene landscape, admiring the ever-burning Eternal Flame, a sacred symbol commemorating those who sacrificed for the Russian Motherland, bringing solemn and profound emotions.

- The Kremlin (Admission tickets included) – Russia's supreme center of power for centuries, once the residence of the Tsars and currently the working office of the President of Russia. Walking through the Kremlin grounds, you will witness firsthand structures associated with world records such as the giant Tsar Cannon, the world's heaviest Tsar Bell, and the complex of ancient churches featuring distinctive Russian Orthodox architecture, creating a majestic, overwhelming atmosphere rich in historical depth.

- Cathedral Square – the ancient ceremonial center located within the Kremlin, where major events of the Tsarist court took place in the past.

- Noon: The group has lunch at a local restaurant. Afterward, the group continues to visit:

- Red Square – the heart of Russia, a vast and solemn space where you can gaze out at panoramic views of legendary architectural structures. Every step here evokes the rich history and grandeur of the Moscow capital.

- Lenin's Mausoleum (Exterior visit) – a majestic structure located in the middle of Red Square, carrying a somber and solemn atmosphere, associated with a special historical period of modern Russia, leaving many emotions and reflections for visitors.

- GUM Department Store – Moscow's oldest and most luxurious shopping district. Walking inside GUM, you can shop, take photos, and feel the delicate intersection of modern life and characteristic classic architecture.

- St. Basil's Cathedral (Exterior visit) – Russia's brightest and most famous symbol with unique colorful domes straight out of a fairy tale. This is a must-visit check-in spot that leaves everyone in awe at first sight.

- Minin and Pozharsky Monument – a memorial to two national heroes, symbolizing the spirit of solidarity, indomitable will, and deep patriotism of the Russian people.

- Cathedral of Christ the Saviour (Exterior visit) – Russia's most sacred Orthodox religious structure, standing out with its solemn and magnificent beauty, serving as a spiritual symbol tied to the religious life of Moscow's people.

- Arbat Street – an ancient and peaceful pedestrian street where you will experience a very different Moscow: casual, artistic, and slow-paced. Charming small shops, street artists, and the relaxing atmosphere here provide a gentle, relaxing experience in the heart of the bustling capital.

- Evening: The group has dinner at a local restaurant. Afterward, the vehicle takes you back to the hotel to rest. Overnight in Moscow.

DAY 3: MOSCOW - SERGIEV POSAD – THE GOLDEN CITY OF RUSSIA (Meals: 3 meals)

- Morning: After breakfast at the hotel, the tour bus and guide take the group to depart for Sergiev Posad – the most beautiful ancient city in Russia's "Golden Ring". This place carries a peaceful, ancient beauty and is considered the most important spiritual center of the land of the White Birches.

- Trinity-Sergius Lavra – the largest and most sacred monastery complex in Russia, often likened to the “Vatican of Russia”. Strolling through the monastery grounds, visitors explore typical structures such as the Trinity Cathedral, Dormition Cathedral, and the St. Sergius Church and Refectory, feeling the solemn, peaceful space and the depth of Russian Orthodox faith.

- Lunch: The group has lunch at a local restaurant.

- Afternoon: The group returns to Moscow and continues to visit the Izmailovo area – a destination rich in Russian folklore culture.

- Izmailovo Kremlin – a unique architectural complex with vibrant colors, recreating the image of ancient Russian fortresses, and a favorite photo spot for tourists.

- Izmailovo Vernisazh Market – the most famous and largest souvenir market in Moscow, showcasing typical Russian handicrafts. Visitors are free to shop for traditional gifts such as Matryoshka dolls, carved wooden items, art paintings, and many unique products imbued with Russian identity.

- Evening: The group has dinner at a Vietnamese restaurant. Afterward, the bus takes visitors back to the hotel to rest. Overnight in Moscow.

DAY 4: MOSCOW – ST. PETERSBURG (Meals: 3 meals)

- Morning: The group has breakfast at the hotel, completes check-out procedures, and begins the journey to explore the prominent highlights of Moscow.

- Triumphal Arch – a majestic structure honoring Russia's glorious victory in the war against Napoleon, imbued with the spirit of national pride.

- Lomonosov Moscow State University – the most prestigious and oldest university in Russia, standing out with its massive architecture characteristic of the Stalinist era, often regarded as a symbol of Russian intellect and education.

- Sparrow Hills – a famous viewpoint in Moscow where guests can panoramic view the entire city. The scenery here changes by the season, bringing a fresh and relaxing beauty in the heart of the capital.

- Victory Square – a vast and solemn memorial complex where Russians commemorate the sacrifices made in the Great Patriotic War, leaving a profound emotional impression on visitors.

- Borodino Panorama Museum (Interior visit) – home to a giant panoramic painting recreating one of Europe's most famous battles, offering the feeling of stepping into a vivid and emotional historical scene.

- Noon: The group has lunch at a local restaurant. Afterward, the coach takes the group to Leningradsky Station to complete procedures to board the Sapsan high-speed train to travel to St. Petersburg – a city known as the "Venice of the North".

- 19:00: The group arrives in St. Petersburg and has dinner at a local restaurant. Afterward, the coach takes guests to the hotel to check in and rest. Overnight in St. Petersburg.

DAY 5: WINTER PALACE - BOAT CRUISE ON THE NEVA RIVER (3 meals)

- Morning: After breakfast at the hotel, guests begin their journey to explore St. Petersburg – a city known as the "Venice of the North", where the royal beauty, art, and history of Russia converge.

- Palace Square – the heart of St. Petersburg, a vast and solemn space associated with many important historical events of Russia. Strolling here, guests can clearly feel the majestic and grandiose vibe of the former northern capital.

- Winter Palace & Hermitage Museum – one of the greatest art museums in the world. Housing over 3 million precious artifacts displayed in nearly 1,000 opulent rooms, the Hermitage rivals the Louvre (France) and the Vatican (Italy), offering an overwhelming sense of awe before the treasury of human art and civilization. According to experts' calculations, if one were to spend 1 minute admiring each artifact in the museum, it might take... 25 years of life working an 8-hour workday.

- Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood – a prominent structure with brightly colored domes as if stepping out of a fairytale. The church stands out against the solemn and sophisticated architecture of central St. Petersburg, looking like a fairytale tower with twisted columns, carved bricks, and painted kokoshniks over the portals and windows.

- Lunch: The group enjoys lunch at a local restaurant. Afterwards, the vehicle takes the group to the city of Pushkin – formerly known as "Tsarskoye Selo" (Tsars' Village), associated with the life of the former Russian royalty.

- Catherine Palace – one of Russia's most magnificent architectural masterpieces, a symbol of tsarist-era extravagance. A special highlight is the legendary Amber Room, often called the "Eighth Wonder of the World", leaving a deep impression on visitors.

- Boat Cruise on the Neva River (ticket included) – a romantic experience as the city lights up, guests drift along the water, watching St. Petersburg glow in the sunset and feeling a very different beauty of the northern capital.

- Evening: The group has dinner at a local restaurant. Afterwards, the vehicle takes guests back to the hotel to rest. Overnight in St. Petersburg.

DAY 6: SIGHTSEEING IN SAINT PETERSBURG (3 meals)

- Morning: After breakfast at the hotel, guests depart to explore the historical landmarks and unique cultural features of St. Petersburg – a city that is both glamorous and tranquil.

- Legendary Aurora Cruiser – a historical symbol associated with the Soviet Red Army, a ship that has gone down in world history as a witness to the Russian October Revolution. Stopping here, guests will clearly feel the heroic spirit and important historical pages of modern Russia.

- Egyptian Sphinxes – ancient statues over 3,000 years old, bringing a delightful surprise when standing by the Neva River, creating a unique intersection between ancient Egyptian civilization and Russian architecture.

- Kazan Cathedral (Exterior visit) – one of the largest and most important Eastern Orthodox cathedrals in St. Petersburg, bearing a solemn beauty and harmony between the religious space and the city's rhythm of life.

- Guests continue to admire prominent structures such as the Monument to Field Marshal Kutuzov, the Monument to Empress Catherine II, and stroll along Nevsky Prospect – the busiest and most glamorous avenue in the city, which clearly reflects the classic yet modern beauty of St. Petersburg.

- Noon: The group has lunch at a local restaurant, after which the group continues to visit:

- St. Isaac's Cathedral (Interior visit) – one of the most beautiful and massive cathedrals in the world, dedicated to the patron saint of Peter the Great, the founder of St. Petersburg. Inside the cathedral, guests will be overwhelmed by the magnificent architectural space, massive dome, and exquisite decorative art.

- Dacha Experience – a characteristic lifestyle culture of the Russian people. Guests leave the city center to reach the peaceful suburbs, where rustic dacha country houses appear amidst lush green nature. A dacha is not only a resort, but also a space for gathering, relaxation, and family bonding for Russians – a very real and close slice of life in the land of the white birch. Here, guests will feel the slow, fresh pace of life in the Russian countryside, quite different from the splendor of the city, bringing a relaxing and pleasant feeling.

- Evening: The group has dinner at a local restaurant. Afterward, return to the hotel to rest. Overnight in St. Petersburg.

DAY 7: SAINT PETERSBURG - MOSCOW (3 Meals)

- Morning: After breakfast at the hotel, guests check out. The tour bus and guide take the group to the railway station to board the Sapsan high-speed train departing back to Moscow. (Note: Departure time may change depending on the ticket issuance time and actual train schedule).

- Lunch: Arriving in Moscow, the bus picks up the group for lunch at a local restaurant, after which guests continue sightseeing:

- Kolomenskoye Park – one of the largest and most beautiful parks in Moscow, which used to be the summer residence of the Tsars. Here, guests admire the wooden Kremlin of Tsar Alexey Mikhailovich (external visit), along with ancient wooden architectural ensembles and historic churches situated along the meandering river, creating a peaceful and poetic scenery.

- Kolomenskoye Apple Orchard – a special highlight of the park, with apple trees planted between 1943–1945. In spring, the entire orchard dons a pristine white apple blossom coat with a gentle spreading fragrance, making it an ideal spot for strolling, taking photos, and enjoying the fresh air.

- Evening: The group has dinner at a local restaurant. Afterward, the bus takes guests to the hotel to check in and rest. Overnight in Moscow.

DAY 8: MOSCOW - HCMC (Breakfast, lunch)

- Morning: Guests have breakfast at the hotel, then check out. The tour bus and guide take the group to visit:

- VDNKh Park – a famous national economic achievements exhibition area, considered an architectural and historical symbol of Moscow. Strolling through the vast grounds, guests can admire structures imbued with Soviet style, experiencing the intersection of history, culture, and the airy green space of the Russian capital. (The program includes sightseeing and walking in the park; tickets to specialized exhibition areas are not included).

- Lunch: The group has lunch at a local restaurant, then has free time for shopping at the shopping center, choosing gifts imbued with the imprint of Russia for relatives and friends.

- Afternoon: The bus and tour guide take the group to Sheremetyevo Airport (SVO) to complete procedures for the flight back to Beijing. Expected flight time: CA910 SVO PEK 07:15 - 07:50

- Guests have dinner and stay overnight on the plane.

DAY 9: TRANSIT SIGHTSEEING IN BEIJING

- 07:50 Land at Beijing Capital International Airport, the group completes entry procedures. The Tour Guide welcomes the group to the city of Beijing. The group departs to visit:

- Great Wall of China A great historical architectural work of the Chinese people, a symbol of the talent and skill of the ancients. Known as China's first wonder of the world, it was recognized as a world cultural heritage by Unesco in 1987. With a history of more than 2,500 years, the Great Wall has witnessed the rise and fall, the ups and downs of so many Chinese dynasties. After thousands of years, it has now become a famous and attractive tourist destination for many travelers around the world.

- Noon: The group has lunch at a local restaurant. Afterward, continue to visit:

- Visit and shop at the long-standing famous Tong Ren Tang pharmacy in China.

- Visit and take exterior photos of the Beijing National Stadium, also known as the Bird's Nest Stadium, built when China hosted the 2008 Summer Olympics, considered the largest all-steel structure in the world.

- The group has dinner and returns to Beijing Capital International Airport to complete procedures for the flight back to Ho Chi Minh City. Estimated flight time: CA903 PEK SGN 20:40 - 01:10+1 (Flight time according to the departure schedule).

DAY 10: HCMC

- Arrive in Vietnam, ending the tour. The tour guide says goodbye and looks forward to seeing you again.

Note: The itinerary may change depending on weather conditions, tidal forecasts, and port authority regulations.

Terms & conditions

TOUR PRICE INCLUDES:

1. Round-trip economy class flight tickets SAIGON - MOSCOW - SAIGON by AIR CHINA (5kg carry-on luggage and 23kg checked baggage)
2. Airport tax surcharges; security fees; fuel surcharges…
3. 3*- 4* standard hotels: 2 guests/room (in case of gender differences, a triple room will be arranged)
4. Russian E-visa
5. Round-trip high-speed train tickets: Moscow - St. Petersburg - Moscow
6. Neva River cruise tickets

Note: Most hotels in RUSSIA do not have triple rooms.

7. Meals as per the itinerary at Vietnamese, Chinese, and European restaurants
8. Admission tickets to sightseeing spots as per the itinerary.
9. Transportation vehicle as per the specified itinerary (maximum 12 hours/day)

10. Drinking water on the vehicle, 1 bottle/person/day

11. Friendly, professional tour leader from Vietnam accompanying the group throughout the tour

12. Souvenir gift: travel hat.

13. Global travel insurance according to the program, maximum compensation of 1 billion VND/case

TOUR PRICE EXCLUDES:

1. Passport (valid for more than 6 months calculated from the return date).
2. Tip fees for local drivers and tour leaders:

WEEKDAY TOUR 2,000,000 VND/guest/tour.

HOLIDAY TOUR 2,200,000 VND/guest/tour.

3. Ticket change fees, postponing the return date, itinerary changes, flight leg changes, or ticket upgrades (business class), excess baggage fees according to airline regulations.
4. Personal expenses (excess baggage, telephone, laundry, sightseeing and meals outside the program).
5. Alcoholic beverages during meals, telephone charges, laundry in hotel rooms, and other personal expenses.
6. Tickets to attractions and sightseeing spots not included in the program, out-of-hours transportation and guides, evening show programs.
7. Single room surcharge (if guests request a single room or travel alone without a room-sharing partner)
8. CVAT invoice (please inform upon tour registration)

FOR FOREIGNERS, OVERSEAS VIETNAMESE, THE ELDERLY & CHILDREN:

- Guests holding foreign citizenship or Overseas Vietnamese must have an approved ETIAS visa carried with them during the tour.

- Re-entry visa to Vietnam for foreigners or Overseas Vietnamese guests (Visa obtained at the checkpoint and valid for 1 entry into Vietnam – within 3 months for Overseas Vietnamese). (contact for quotation at the time of departure)

- Bring the visa entry customs declaration form and 02 photos sized 4x6cm

- Guests with dual citizenship (not yet naturalized) please inform the tour sales staff at the time of tour registration and submit the original along with related documents (if any).

- Guests holding only a green card (foreign residence card) and no longer possessing a valid Vietnamese passport cannot travel to a third country.

- In case children travel with relatives (not parents), an authorization letter confirmed by the local authorities must be submitted (authorized by parents to take them on the tour).

- Children under 12 years old share a bed with parents; if a separate bed is required, please pay according to the adult price (A couple can only be accompanied by 01 young child, the 2nd child must pay as an adult).

- For customers over 70 years old, you and your family commit to ensuring health conditions to participate in the tour with the company upon registration. Any incident occurring on the tour, the Company will not take responsibility.

REFUND / CANCELLATION / VISA REJECTION POLICY – VIOLATION OF ENTRY/EXIT REGULATIONS

In case of being unable to join the tour, please notify the Company and bear the cancellation fees as follows :

* Tour cancellation after registration: 100% forfeiture of the tour deposit

Tour cancellation after submitting the visa appointment schedule: 100% forfeiture of the tour deposit

Tour cancellation after obtaining a visa: 100% forfeiture of the total tour value

Guests refused exit from Vietnam or entry at the destination: Guests bear 100% of the total tour cost (no refund).

In case the departure date arrives and the visa results are still not out in time, guests can choose the next tour departure date or receive a refund of the paid tour money after deducting visa costs of 3,000,000 VND/guest.

For cases where guests book a tour with a group of friends or family (from 2 guests or more), if one person in the group fails to get a visa and cancels the tour, the visa-failed guest pays a fee of 3,000,000 VND and ticket costs (if any), but other members who have obtained a visa and cancel the tour will be subject to the general tour cancellation policy.

In case of tour cancellation, please bring your payment receipt and ID card/Citizen ID to the office directly to process the tour cancellation. The Company will not resolve cases contacting for tour cancellation via phone).

The tour program is at a promotional price, not applicable for conversion or postponing tour dates.

NOTES

- “Passport” Must be valid for more than 6 months (calculated from the departure date).

- Before registering for the tour, please carefully read the tour program, terms, tour prices included as well as excluded in the program.

- The Travel Company is exempted from liability in case tour participants are denied or not permitted entry/exit for personal reasons, or issues arising from self-applying for entry visas, using ABTC (APEC) cards, official/diplomatic passports when traveling, or in case your visa application is rejected or prolonged by competent authorities.

- Guests must complete tax obligations so as not to affect their departure.

- Guests aged 70 and above must ensure sufficient health to participate in the tour itinerary, and are encouraged to travel with relatives for mutual assistance when needed. If guests have underlying health conditions or poor physical status, a doctor's health certificate is required to ensure fitness for overseas travel.

- Due to the nature of a group joining individual travelers, the company will accept a minimum number of 10 adult guests and ensure the group departs on schedule. In case the group does not have enough guests, the company is responsible for notifying guests 07 days before the departure date and will re-negotiate another departure date, or refund all money paid by guests.

- Because flights depend on airlines, in some cases flight times may change without prior notice.

- Purely tourism tour, guests registering for the tour are requested to follow the group to depart and return on the correct tour end date and must not separate from the group.

- If you are an Overseas Vietnamese or Foreign guest and the Vietnam visa in your passport is a single-entry visa. You must self-apply for a re-entry visa to Vietnam via the link https://evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn/web/guest/khai-thi-thuc-dien-tu/cap-thi-thuc-dien-tu

- If guests are Overseas Vietnamese or Foreigners with a separate Vietnam visa, they must bring it along during the tour.

- Guests with dual citizenship or Travel documents (not yet naturalized) please inform tour sales staff at the time of tour registration and submit the original with related documents (if any).

- Guests holding only a green card (foreign residence card) and no longer possessing a valid VN passport cannot register for travel to a third country.

- Pregnant guests please inform the sales staff at the time of registration for advice and further information. Note that doctor's approval is required before taking the tour. Pregnant guests from 30-32 weeks onwards will not be accepted for safety reasons.

- Children under 18 years old traveling without Parents are strictly required to have an authorization letter confirmed by local authorities (authorized by Parents to take them on tour).

- Visa applications submitted to the Consulate will not be returned.

- Services on the tour will not be refunded or canceled if customers do not use them.

- Depending on actual conditions, the order of sightseeing spots in the program may change while still ensuring all original sightseeing spots are fully visited.

- The Travel Company is exempted from liability in case of natural disasters, earthquakes, droughts, protests, strikes, epidemics, aircraft technical glitches, etc., leading to flight postponements, cancellations, or delays, the company reserves the right to change the itinerary at any time for the convenience and safety of customers and will not be responsible for compensating arising damages.

- In case of visa failure from 30 – 11 days before departure, the non-refundable fee is 3,000,000 VND.

- Depending on the Visa issuance situation of the Consulate and airline tickets, the departure date may be postponed from 1 to 10 days compared to the original departure date; in case the guest and the company cannot agree to postpone the trip to the nearest date, the non-refundable fee is 10,000,000 VND/guest

RUSSIAN VISA APPLICATION PROCEDURES

1. Scan the passport information page valid for over 6 months from the departure date (page 2 + 3). Passports must not be erased or altered, pages must not be torn off, with no signs of forgery, and at least 2 consecutive blank pages remaining. Passports must contain date of birth and place of birth information. If guests only have a year of birth, please inform the tour registration staff for advice on pasted visa files.

2. Soft file of a 3.5 x 4.5cm photo taken against a white background, face occupying 80% (photos taken within 6 months of departure, profile shots, hats, and dark glasses are not accepted, no smiling, edited photos or excessive makeup are not accepted)

3. Visa application form: The company provides the template, individuals fill in personal information themselves

4. Deadline for submitting documents to apply for a visa: At least 15 days before the departure date