World dog show 2016 & the

best of Russia

To find out more call: Hillary your personal travel manager

M: 0488 017 114P: 1300 781 637E: hillary.packer@travelmanagers.com.au

hillarypackertravelmanagertravelmanagers.com.au/hillarypacker

Part of the House of Travel Group ACN: 113 085 626 Member: IATA, AFTA, CLIA

“An amazing opportunity to

visit a fascinating and

unique part of the world in

the comfort and security of

an escorted small group.

All the while enjoying the

company of like-minded

people and relishing in one

of the biggest annual Dog

Show events in the World.”

14 Day Tour From$6,559 per person, twin share

Includes:

• Return flights from Australia

• 13 nights 4-star Accommodation

• 13 Breakfasts and 4 Dinners

• Guided touring & entry to attractionsas described

• 4 Days of Tickets to the World DogShow incl. Best in Show

• Processing of Russian Entry Visa

• Personally escorted by Hillary Packer

Day 1 Monday 13 June 2016

Depart AustraliaDepart Australia today on your fully serviced flights to St

Petersburg. As the group will be coming from different capitals

around Australia, we will all meet at a designated Hub en-route

to St Petersburg Airline and schedule to be advised

Day 2 Tuesday 14 June 2016

Arrive St PetersburgArrive St Petersburg Airport and meet with an English speaking

representative who will assist in finding the coach and

transferring us to our hotel.

Check in at the hotel on arrival, then the remainder of the day is

free before enjoying a welcome dinner at the hotel with our

group this evening. (D)

Overnight Hotel: Radisson Nevsky Hotel or similar

Day 3 Wednesday 15 June 2016

St PetersburgThis morning we will have a half day guided panoramic

orientation tour of the city. See all the major sights of this

beautiful city, including the world-renowned Hermitage

Museum, housed in the Winter Palace, Peter and Paul Fortress

and pass along Nevsky Prospect. St Isaac’s cathedral is also

on our route, as well as the Church of the Spilled Blood.

Included is a visit to Peter and Paul Fortress (entrance

included), a fort which guards the city of St Petersburg, located

on the island, facing the Hermitage and dominating River Neva.

Built as a fortification during the Russian-Swedish war, it was

never used as a fortress and its bastions were turned into

political prison cells. There a son of Peter the Great, Prince

Alexei, a famous pretender to the throne, Princess Tarakanova,

writer Radischev, Decembrists and revolutionaries were held as

prisoners. of Russian rulers since 1725. Peter and Paul

Cathedral, designed by Tresini, contains the remains. Return to

the hotel after the tour or you may stay in the city for further

exploration and make your own way back to the hotel. (B)

Overnight Hotel: Radisson Nevsky Hotel or similar

Day 4 Thursday 16 June 2016

St PetersburgDepart our hotel for a full day excursion to Catherine’s Palace

and the Hermitage Museum Visit one of St Petersburg’s most

prized Palaces; in the town of Pushkin (formerly Tsarskoye

Selo) 29km south of St. Petersburg, is Catherine’s Summer

Palace (entrance included). The construction of the palace for

the Empress Catherine started in 1717. A park in the French

style was laid out around the palace and, in the middle of 18th

century, Tsarskoye Selo became the official royal residence.

This palace is famous for the ‘Amber Room’, now completely

restored to its former glory. Not far from the Catherine’s Palace

there is the Lyceum where the great poet Alexander Pushkin

studied.

This afternoon visit the Hermitage Museum (entrance included)

– the magnificent collection of art in the winter palace of

Catherine the Great. One of the largest museums in the World,

founded in 1764; its collection includes over 2.7 million items,

including masterpieces of Leonardo Da Vinci, Raphael, Rodin,

Rembrandt, Rubens, French impressionists, – a feast for art

lovers. (B)

Overnight Hotel: Radisson Nevsky Hotel or similar

Day 5 Friday 17 June 2016

St Petersburg to MoscowCheck-out of the hotel this morning then there is free time until

your early afternoon departure transfer from the hotel to the

Leningradsky Rail Station for your journey from St Petersburg

to Moscow on the high speed Sapsan train which departs St

Petersburg at 4.30pm, arriving at approximately 8.45pm where

we will meet with a local representative for assistance to

transfer to your hotel where we’ll enjoy Dinner at the hotel.(B, D)

Overnight hotel: Radisson Blu Belorusskaya

Day 6 Saturday 18 June 2016

MoscowThis morning we will have a full day orientation tour of the city,

starting with a tour, on foot, of some of the spectacular

underground metro stations in Moscow, known as the

‘Palaces of the People’ when they were first built. You will be

amazed at the beautiful sculptures, bronzes, mosaics and

crystal chandeliers.

Detailed Itinerary

Later, by coach, we will see some of the famous landmarks and

places to which you may return at your leisure. The tour sights

include Red Square, the Kremlin, Sparrow Hills, Bolshoi

Theatre, Cathedral of Christ the Saviour, Victory Park,

Novodevichy Convent, the White House and the famous

Moscow streets. (B)

Overnight hotel: Radisson Blu Belorusskaya

Day 7 Sunday 19 June 2016

MoscowMeet your guide this morning for a half day tour to the famous

landmark of the city, the magnificent Kremlin (entrance

included).

Within the territory is the fascinating Armoury Museum

(entrance included), your guide will include a visit to this

spectacular collection of costumes, silver and arms amongst a

vast treasure trove of exhibits.

Return to the hotel after the tour or you may stay in the city for

further exploration and make your own way back to the hotel.

(B)

Overnight hotel: Radisson Blu Belorusskaya

Day 8 Monday 20 June 2016

Moscow to SuzdalToday we travel to Vladimir, a magnificent city founded in 1108.

The City of Vladimir is one of the oldest Russian communities.

It is located in the heart of the historic Vladimir region and for

the better part of two centuries it was the capital of ancient Rus.

Vladimir is now considered one of the major members of the

Golden Ring of communities which have played a significant

role in Russian history.

During our time here we will visit the superb Uspensky, or

Assumption Cathedral,

which used to be a mother church of medieval Russia in the

13th and 14th centuries. It is part of the World Heritage Site

entitled White Monuments of Vladimir and Suzdal.

We then continue to Suzdal, visiting its Kremlin, onion-domed

monastery and beautiful open-air museum of wooden

architecture before checking in at our hotel. Enjoy Dinner at the

hotel. (B, D)

Overnight hotel: Pushkarskaya Sloboda Hotel or similar

Day 9 Tuesday 21 June 2016

Suzdal to YaroslavlToday we explore the picturesque town of Kostroma, which

was once the most important trade and handicraft centre in

Russia and is situated at the crossing of the Volga and the

Kostroma rivers.

Kostroma is one of the most ancient towns of Russia, almost as

old as Moscow. In recent years, it has gained more popularity

among tourists due to amazing architecture and renascent

grand monasteries supported by the state for the purposes of

restoration.

The region’s craftsmen have always had a reputation of perfect

constructors, icon painters, skinners, smiths, jewellers and

weavers.

Proceed to Yaroslavl, where your city tour includes the superb

Transfiguration Monastery. (B)

Overnight accommodation: Park Inn Hotel or similar

Day 10 Wednesday 22 June 2016

Yaroslavl to MoscowThis morning, visit the beautiful city of Rostov, founded in

862AD and famous for its enamel work. Stop briefly in the

picturesque town of Pereslavl-Zalessky before proceeding to

Sergiyev Posad, where you can visit the incredible Monastery

of Trinity - St Sergius.

Tonight we check into our hotel which is just a short walk from

the Venue for the 2016 World Dog Show and bid our local

guide good-bye as we prepare to enjoy the next few days of

Dog Show Fun. Dinner at the hotel. (B, D)

Overnight hotel: Aquarium Hotel or similar

Day 11 – 14 23 to 27 June 2016

World Dog ShowDaily judging as per the preliminary schedule as follows:

Thursday: FCI Groups 5, 6

Friday: FCI Groups 1, 3, 4 plus Non-FCI registered breeds

Saturday: FCI Groups 7, 8, 9, 10

Sunday: FCI Groups 2 + Show Finals

Day 15 Monday 27 June 2016

Depart Moscow

This morning we enjoy breakfast at our hotel before a transfer

to the airport for our homeward flights

Additional information

To find out more call: Hillary your personal travel manager

M: 0488 017 114P: 1300 781 637E: hillary.packer@travelmanagers.com.au

hillarypackertravelmanagertravelmanagers.com.au/hillarypacker

Part of the House of Travel Group ACN: 113 085 626 Member: IATA, AFTA, CLIA

PricesThe advertised price is in Australian Dollars and includes Airline, security and local taxes as per the itinerary. Prices are estimates based on current rates in Russia as at 7/8/2015 and are subject to change at the discretion of the airlines, hotel, and touring provider or with the fluctuations in the exchange rate until the group has been finalised.

BookingA commitment deposit of $150 per person is required at time of booking on this tour. This amount will be fully refundable until full deposit is paid. The full deposit of 50% will be required upon confirmation of 2016 rates.Final payment will be required 90 Days prior to departure.

Single TravellersSingle travellers may request to be matched with another suitable single traveller of the same gender. This is allocated on a first come first served basis and cannot be guaranteed. In the event that a single traveller cannot be matched or wishes to have a guaranteed single room, the estimated single supplement is $1540.00

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AmendmentsExtensions before or after the set tour dates are permitted at a charge of $110 per person, in addition to any supplements or extra costs incurred by suppliers for your extension.

Cancellations before departureYour full tour deposits are non refundable at all times. Cancellation after final payment will incur 100% cancellation fee.

Cancellations after departureNo refund is available if cancellations after the tour has commenced or in respect of any tours, accommodation, meals or any other services not utilised.

What’s Not IncludedPassports, laundry, phone calls, items of a personal nature, beverages, meals and sightseeing not detailed on the itinerary, excess baggage, optional excursions and travel insurance. Please note that Travel insurance is highly recommended.

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Moscow only option

From $4,399per person, twin share

Includes:• Return airfares to Moscow from Australia,• return airport transfers,• 5 nights accommodation including breakfast,• daily entry to the World Dog Show and• Russian Tourist Visa.

Limited availability

Special Hong Kong

Stopover option

From $799 per person, twin shareIncludes:• Return airport to hotel transfers• 3 Nights 4 star accommodation • Breakfast daily• Half day Sight seeing tour• Hong Kong Lights Harbor Cruise