7 Days / 6 Nights
Explore the capital of Russia and hunt for the Northern Lights above the Arctic Circle
- Cultural experience in Moscow
- Aurora Borealis in Murmansk
- Autumn/winter activities
Day 1. Moscow arrival
Arrival in Moscow. Meet by local guide at the airport and transfer to your hotel. Guests arriving before check-in can store their bags at the hotel concierge.
Overnight in Moscow.
Day 2. Moscow historic centre and the Kremlin (half-day)
After breakfast, meet your guide in the lobby of the hotel. Descend to Moscow Metro to explore some beautiful metro stations of the Russian capital.
Continue to the Kremlin of Moscow for a walking tour of its attractions: Alexander’s Garden, Kremlin territory with its cathedrals (ticket included), Tsar Bell and Tsar Cannon, the Red Square, St Basil’s Cathedral (outside), Lenin mausoleum (outside), Gum Shopping Centre.
Optional: the Moskva River mini-cruise by Radisson boat.
Overnight at hotel in Moscow.
Day 3. Moscow panoramic tour (half-day)
Breakfast.
Meet your guide in the lobby of the hotel. Half-day panoramic Moscow city tour by car, including the Sparrow Hills, Moscow State University view, Victory Park view, Cathedral of Christ the Savior, Zaryadye Park and the floating bridge, Moskva City district etc.
Overnight at hotel in Moscow.
Day 4. Murmansk. Aurora Hunt
Breakfast.
Transfer to the airport and domestic flight to Murmansk (ticket not included).
Arrival in Murmansk. Transfer and hotel check-in for 3 nights.
In the evening, head out to hunt for the Northern Lights*. Depending on the Aurora and cloud coverage forecast, the tour departs between 7 and 9.30 PM – the best time for spotting the Northern Lights near Murmansk. Our guide/photographer will take care of photos and a download link will be provided.
Overnight at hotel in Murmansk.
*If the weather is unfavorable and there is no chance to see the Northern Lights due to a snowstorm or other conditions, the trip will be rescheduled for the following evening.
Day 5. Murmansk. Teriberka Village and the Arctic Ocean (full day)
After breakfast, join a full day Teriberka village tour*.
During this trip, you’ll see the endless tundra without any tree, ship graveyard at the Barents Sea rocks, creepy old wooden houses of Teriberka fishing village.
Time for lunch with seafood/reindeer at one of the local restaurants (not incl. – choose and pay on the spot).
Continue with a trip to Teriberka Nature Park and visit to the “Dragon eggs” beach. Optional: a boat trip to see whales and dolphins thriving in the wild in the Barents Sea waters (subject to availability, extra payment applies).
Return to Murmansk.
Reserved day for the Aurora trip.
Overnight at hotel in Murmansk.
*If the weather is right. It happens that the road to the village is closed due to heavy snowfall.
Day 6. Murmansk. Sami village (half-day)
Breakfast.
Half-day tour to the Sami village. Explore the reconstructed Sami settlement, see traditional lodges, reindeers and other northern animals, listen to the story about Sami people, play their games and ride a reindeer sleigh (in winter). Traditional fish soup, pancakes and tea are served for lunch.
Overnight at hotel in Murmansk.
Day 7. Murmansk departure
Breakfast.
Transfer to the airport for your flight to your destination via Moscow (not included).
Alternatively, continue to other destinations in the northern Russia: St. Petersburg, Karelia (Kizhi).
Moscow and Murmansk Tour Price in 2025:
From 98,000 Rubles per person.
Prices are based on 2/3 adults sharing a room. Due to fluctuations in accommodation prices, supplements may apply to the above rates.
Tour Dates:
Flexible departure dates between September and early April.
1. Accommodation in Moscow for 3 nights, Safmar Tverskaya 4*/similar, breakfast included
2. Accommodation in Murmansk for 3 nights, Azimut Murmansk 4*/Meridian 4*/Cosmos 4*, breakfast included
3. Two Moscow half-day city tours, including tickets to the Kremlin and Moscow metro
4. Roundtrip airport transfers in Moscow and Murmansk
5. Northern Lights hunt tour
6. Teriberka village tour, the Nature park fee is included
7. Sami village tour, lunch included
Not included:
1. Plane tickets, see below
2. Boat trip in Moscow: from 4000 Rubles/person
3. Boat trip in Teriberka: 6000 Rubles/person
4. Meals and activates not specified as included
Recommended domestic flights (Prices are indicative only for planning or valuation purposes)
SU-6477 Moscow SVO – Murmansk MMK 1130–1405. This flight arrives early enough to participate in the Aurora hunt tour in the evening.
Price: from 15000 Rubles/person/one way (hand luggage 1*10 kg, checked-in luggage 1*23 kg, paid change, paid refund).
SU-1319 Murmansk MMK – Moscow SVO 1045–1310.
Price: from 15000 Rubles/person/one way (hand luggage 1*10 kg, checked-in luggage 1*23 kg, paid change, paid refund).
A sightseeing tour of Moscow and Saint Petersburg, Russia’s two biggest cities.
- Moscow Kremlin and the historic centre
- Moscow panoramic city tour
- St. Petersburg city tour
- Church on the Spilled Blood
From: 118,000 Rubles/person
A 3-day/2-night customizable private tour of St. Petersburg. Tour highlights include:
- Peter and Paul Fortress with entrance
- Church on the Spilled Blood with entrance
- View the Neva River, bridges, Basil’s Island
- Photo stops at St. Isaac Cathedral, Palace Square
- Walk along the Nevsky Avenue
From: 33000 Rubles/person