Uncovered Pavlovsk Skip-the-Line Private Tour - Saint Petersburg

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Tour Information

Key Details

  • Mobile Voucher Accepted
  • Hotel pickup Available
  • Free Cancellation
  • Duration: 4 Hrs
  • Language:
    English
  • Departure Time :
    09:30, 10:00, 10:30, 13:30, 14:00, 14:30
  • Departure Details :
    Traveler pickup is offered
    We pick up from hotels located in St Petersburg.
  • Return Details :
    Your hotel in St.Petersburg
  • Cancellation Policy :
    • If you cancel at least 7 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
    • If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 50 percent cancellation fee.
    • If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.
    • Tours booked using discount coupon codes will be non refundable.

Overview

Skip-The-Line and exploreone of the most unusual Imperial Residences in the suburbs of Saint petersburg - Pavlovsk. Home to the family of Emperor Paul the First, son of Empress, Catherine the Great, this place will reveal the secrets of the 'strangest' Russian Emperor, will introduce you to his family and will make you fall in love with the cosy sweet home that the family shared.

Highlights

  • Choice of morning or afternoon departure
  • Skip the line
  • Private tour is operated with just your party and a guide/driver
  • Separate driver ensures your guides full attention throughout the day
  • Once-in-a-Lifetime Experience
  • Know More about this tour

    Your private guide and driver will meet you in the lobby of your centrally located hotel and together you will depart to Pavlovsk in your private vehicle. Comfortable modern non-smoking air-conditioned vehicles are used for all tours.

    On your way to the Suburban Imperial residence you will hear live commentary of your tour guide about the sights you will be passing by, if necessary it is possible to make photo stops where traffic permits.
    You will drive all along Moskovsky avenue - the longest street in the city, drive by the House of Soviets - an impressive Soviet-style architectural masterpiece with a statue of Lenin (one of the few left in the city) in front of it; pass by the Victory Square with the Monument to the Heroic Defenders of Leningrad, and proceed in the direction of the airport.
    You will drive through Tsarskoye selo, pastthe Egyptian Gate - which used to mark the main entrance into Tsarskoye selo Imperial residence, past Fyodorovsky citadel, along the narrow shadowed streets of the little town where Alexander Pushkin, a famous Russian Poet, used to study and live. You will drive by Podvorye restaurant - one of the most popular places to eat in this area.
    Upon arrival to Pavlovsk,you will enter the palacefrom the spectacular courtyard (which offers great photo opportunities), and will start your tour from the lower vestibule. On your tour, you will see the state palace interiors used mainly for receptions, and will then explore the ground level of the palace with the family's private rooms. You will not only learn facts and figures, but will also hear numerous fascinating stories about EmperorPaul and his family.
    After the palace tour you will have a chance to enjoy a relaxing walk in the park and take numerous great photos. You may enhance your park tour by taking a horse-driven coach ride (additional cost).

    Transfer back to St Petersburg at the end of the tour.
    Tour will end at a location of your choosing within the city centre limits.

    Inclusions

    Professional tour guide (English, German, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Chinese and Japanese languages are available)

    Transport by air-conditioned sedan/minivan/minibus (depending on the group size)

    Guaranteed to skip the long lines

    All taxes, fees and handling charges

    Entry/Admission - Pavlovsk Palace and Park

    Guaranteed to skip the lines

    Exclusions

    Gratuities

    Food and drinks

    Additional Info

    Confirmation will be received at time of booking

    Not wheelchair accessible

    Children must be accompanied by an adult

    Children under 7 are free of charge. Seats are available on request if advised at time of booking

    Please inform your tour operator about any children in the party so that free tickets could be ordered for them

    You MUST confirm and obtain any visa requirements prior to border crossing. All visa requirements are the sole responsibility of the traveller

    The tour might not operate on the First Monday of the month during October - April season due to palace closures

    This tour is available for booking for cruise ship passengers with an additional Flat Fee of 100 USD per group that must be paid to the guide at start of tour

    Cruise ship and passport details must be provided to the tour operator so that appropriate arrangements could be made

    Infant seats available

    Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level

    This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate