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White Nights Tour Itinerary
June 17-29, 2006
Day 1: Saturday, June 17 - Depart USA for Paris
Depart Los Angeles LAX Air France AF/065 3:30pm
or: Depart Chicago ORD Air France AF/051 5:40pm
or: Depart New York JFK Air France AF/007 7:45pm
Day 2: Sunday, June 18 - Arrive Paris, France
Arrive Paris CDG from LAX 11:05am
or: Arrive Paris CDG from ORD 8:50am
or: Arrive Paris CDG from JFK 8:50am
Upon arrival, Meet & Greet by our local representative for transfer to the city to your
Hotel des Ducs de Bourgogne
a delightful, small, air-conditioned boutique hotel ideally located in the heart of historic Paris, within short walking distance of the Louvre, Les Halles Chatelet and the Seine River.
The remainder of the day will be at leisure to get acquainted with the beautiful surroundings of this historic section of the city.
6:00pm: Meet Kathy at the hotel lobby for a Welcome to Paris cocktail.Dinner on own.
Day 3: Monday, June 19 - In Paris
Do an early morning jog along the picturesque Seine River near your hotel.
Continental buffet breakfast at the hotel.
Free day to explore the city.
Evening one-hour Bateaux Mouches Seine River Cruise.
Dinner on own
Day 4: Tuesday, June 20 - In Paris
Another opportunity for an early morning jog along the river.
Continental buffet breakfast at the hotel. Free day to further explore the city.
Dinner on own.
Day 5: Wednesday, June 21 - Paris - St. Petersburg
Continental buffet breakfast at the hotel.
Morning at leisure.
Mid-day transfer to the airport.
4:15pm Depart Paris CDG Air France AF/2898
9:35pm Arrive St. Petersburg, Russia
Upon arrival in St. Petersburg Pulkovo Intl Airport, Meet & Greet by our local representative and transfer to your
Hotel Pribaltiyskaya
A large 4-star hotel with several restaurants and bars as well as night club, gym, sauna and massage. Large, air-conditioned rooms.
Day 6 - Thursday, June 22 - in St. Petersburg
Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
Enjoy a morning motorcoach sightseeing tour with private guide, visiting Peter & Paul Fortress and the world-famous Hermitage Art Museum.
Afternoon is at leisure.
This evening, enjoy a lavish Welcome Dinner with Russian folklore concert at Nikolas Palace.
Day 7: Friday, June 23 - In St. Petersburg - Peterhof Day Excursion
Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
Full-day excursion with private guide by boat to Peterhof, to visit Peter the Great's lavish former residence, including a guided tour of the Castle. Lunch on own from any of the delicious food stalls. Stroll through the grounds with its many amazing fountains. Return to St. Petersburg in late afternoon by motorcoach.
Dinner on own.
Day 8: Saturday, June 24 - St. Petersburg RACE DAY!
Buffet breakfast at the hotel
Morning and early afternoon at leisure for exploring the city on your own or preparing for the evening race event.
Participate in St. Petersburg Marathon/Half Marathon or 10K this evening, beginning at 5pm. Shuttle service to/from the event will be provided.
Good Luck!
Day 9: Sunday, June 25 - St. Petersburg At Leisure - Overnight Train
Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
Day at leisure for exploring St. Petersburg on own with Marathon-related events. This evening, a transfer to be arranged to rail station for overnight "Red Arrow Express" from St. Petersburg to Moscow.
A first class compartment will be provided for each group member, 2 per cabin.
Day 10: Monday, June 26 - Arrive Moscow - Sightseeing
Morning arrival into Moscow and transfer to hotel for breakfast. This morning sightseeing tour of Moscow with private guide and motorcoach, including Savior Cathedral,, ending up for check-in at your
Hotel Ukraina
a famous, tall 4-star hotel located on the bank of the Moskva River. Restaurants, bar, sauna, health club. Large, recently renovated air-conditioned rooms.Afternoon at leisure.
Dinner on own.
Day 11: Tuesday, June 27 - Moscow Sightseeing Tour - Circus Performance
Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
Morning sightseeing tour of Moscow with private guide and motorcoach, including the Kremlin and Red Square, with interior visit to Armory Chamber. Afternoon is at leisure. For your enjoyment this evening, the group will attend a performance of the world-famous Moscow Circus, including round-trip transfers (schedule subject to change).
Dinner on own.
Day 12: Wednesday, June 28 - Moscow at Leisure - Farewell Dinner
Buffet breakfast at the hotel
A full day at leisure for exploring Moscow on your own. Perhaps return to Red Square and the Kremlin, or take one of the optional excursions available.
To celebrate our last evening together, a Farewell Dinner will be provided at our hotel.
Day 13: Thursday, June 29 - Depart Moscow
Transfer will be provided to Moscow Airport.
| To Los Angeles: | ||
| Depart Moscow Sheremetyevo Airport | Air France AF/2545 | 7:15am |
| Arrive Paris CDG (change planes) | 9:15am | |
| Depart Paris CDG | Air France AF/062 | 10:15am |
| Arrive Los Angeles LAX | 12:45noon | |
| To Chicago: | ||
| Depart Moscow Sheremetyevo Airport | Air France AF/2545 | 7:15am |
| Arrive Paris CDG (change planes) | 9:15am | |
| Depart Paris CDG | Air France AF/050 | 1:15pm |
| Arrive Chicago O’Hare | 3:25pm | |
| To New York: | ||
| Depart Moscow Sheremetyevo Airport | Air France AF/1645 | 2:00pm |
| Arrive Paris CDG (change planes) | 4:00pm | |
| Depart Paris CDG | Air France AF/008 | 6:55pm |
| Arrive New York FJK | 8:50pm | |
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