Private Sightseeing Tours in Russia

Delve into the fascinating history of Stalin's Skyscrapers, aka the Seven Sisters, on a private 3-hour tour of Moscow, ideal for travelers interested in Soviet history. With a private guide, you'll visit all seven of the famous buildings, which function as the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Kudrinskaya Square Building, Red Gates Administrative Building, plus more. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Get an inside look at Romanoff's Jewels and the Faberge Halls on this 3-hour tour of the Hermitage, including an all-day museum entrance ticket. Pop into the newly opened Faberge Halls to catch a glimpse of the more-than-100-year-old egg of Rothschild. Then hear lesser-known fun facts about the Romanoff's Jewels as a museum curator takes you through the exhibit on a 1.25-hour tour. Afterward, do some exploring independently as your museum pass is good all day long.

Peruse a vast treasury of Russian fine art with on a private tour of St Petersburg's Russian State Museum, established by Tsar Nicholas II in 1895 to honor his father, Alexander III. Enjoy complimentary hotel pick-up before being whisked away to Mikhailovsky Palace, the former Imperial mansion that houses this superb collection. See and learn about works by such Russian masters as Levitan, Borovikovsky, Bruni and Petrov-Vodkin and trace the history of Russian art from the High Middle Ages to the 20th-century.

If you have time for one big attraction during a summer visit to St. Petersburg, the Peterhof is a must. This 5-hour private tour takes you to this grand royal complex, the brainchild of Peter the Great, between May and September, when its fountains are running. Explore the Grand Palace, gardens, and Peter's Monplaisir summer villa, and admire the playing fountains of the Grand Cascade. Skip-the-line entry, return hydrofoil transport, and hotel pickup included.

Visit Catherine Palace and Pavlovsk Palace with skip-the-line admission during this private tour from St Petersburg. Accompanied by a private guide, explore these two imperial residences to admire their ornate architecture and design, from Russian baroque to classicism. Be wowed by lavish touches like Catherine Palace’s Amber Room, home to mosaic panels made of real amber.

Experience the imperial majesty of Yusupov Palace and St Isaac's Cathedral on an enriching 4-hour tour from St Petersburg. Alongside an expert guide, explore opulently decorated rooms brimming with classic art and exquisite furniture. Learn about the rich history of the property before proceeding to the city's main church, St Isaac's Cathedral, to delight in the cathedral's prismatic stained glass windows and colossal gold dome before returning to St Petersburg by luxury coach. 

Explore the beautiful Pavlovsk Palace, once home to Emperor Paul I, on a private 4-hour tour from St Petersburg. Avoid the main entrance lines with your pre-booked ticket and admire the courtyard of the neoclassical, 18th-century palace. Walk through the sumptuous rooms used by Paul, the son of Catherine the Great, and sometimes known as the ‘mad tsar.’ Discover strange facts about his life as you view the gilded halls, vestibules and family rooms, and finish with a relaxing stroll or horse-drawn carriage ride (own expense) in the gardens.

See St. Petersburg's spectacular drawbridges open after midnight on this private tour. Choose from a walking tour, a boat tour, or a bus tour, and list any special interests you may have at checkout, so your guide can incorporate it into your time for you. No matter what kind of private tour you pick, enjoy watching the mighty drawbridges and get acquainted with the city.

Enrich your military knowledge on a comprehensive 4-hour private tour of the Monino Central Air Force Museum from Moscow. With a knowledgeable private guide, admire more than 170 different aircrafts and capture photographs beside the colossal Ilya Muromets, the largest aircraft of the 20th century. Gain fascinating insight into Russia's rich military history and listen to information surrounding the aircrafts and spy equipment used in the Cold War. Receive undivided attention from your guide on this private tour. 

View the State Rooms and art treasures of St. Petersburg's Hermitage Museum on a 3.5-hour private tour. Avoid the crowds as you skip the line and explore the opulent Winter Palace, the winter residence of the Romanov Tsars. Ogle the lavish chambers including the Great Throne Hall, and explore the art highlights, seeing works by greats such as Michelangelo, Rubens and the Impressionist masters. Focus on the areas and art of most interest to you: as a private tour, the itinerary can be tailored around you.

See the best of St Petersburg on a 3-hour private panoramic tour. Settle inside an air-conditioned, private vehicle with a driver and guide, and admire the landmarks from your comfortable seat. Hear intriguing history from your guide as you pass sights like Palace Square, the Bronze Horseman statue of Peter the Great, and more. Absorb the city skyline from the riverbanks, drive along Nevsky Prospekt and stop for photos at the prettiest sights. If you wish, let your guide know what you want to see; your itinerary is flexible.

Delve into St Petersburg's cultural history with a private tour of both the Alexander Pushkin and Fyodor Dostoevsky museums—the former homes of these two literary masters. Beginning at the Pushkin Museum, explore the final lodging place of this incredible poet and founder of modern Russian literature. See the carefully preserved apartment and peruse its various exhibits. Then continue onto the Dostoevsky Memorial Museum, where the famed author of Crime & Punishment lived until his death in 1881.

Delve into Moscow's Jewish heritage on a private 5-hour tour of historic Jewish sites and synagogues. Alongside a personal guide, you'll learn about local Jewish traditions, visit the Jewish Museum and Tolerance Center, and admire select synagogues. Plus, explore the neighborhood of Kitay Gorod and enjoy a Kosher lunch (own expense).

If you're short on time in Moscow, enhance your sightseeing experience of the Russian capital on a private 3-hour sightseeing tour. Tick off Red Square (Krasnaya Ploschad), Moscow's UNESCO-listed central square, the colorful Kazan Cathedral and St. Basil's Cathedral (Pokrovsky Sabor), and Kitay Gorod, filled with Bohemian markets and art stores. Purchase a drink in a fashionable Gorky park bar and let your guide capture fantastic photographs outside of iconic attractions