Hear stories of the KGB, go backstage at the Bolshoi and taste pierogi.
Moscow and St. Petersburg Dive into a plate of pierogi while discussing the policies of perestroika with Mikhail Gorbachev’s former translator. This nine-day tour explores the country’s imperial history while showing you the best of modernday Russia. Divided between Moscow and St. Petersburg, this journey also features a master culinary class and caviar tasting, a concert at the Peter and Paul Fortress and the riveting riches of the Hermitage.
Follow in the footsteps of world leaders up the imposing staircase of the Grand Kremlin Palace, making your way to private chambers and reception halls. See the Russian state jewels of the Armory Chamber and Diamond Fund, including Catherine the Great’s coronation crown and the famous Orlov Diamond. After lunch, pay an exclusive backstage visit to the Bolshoi Theatre. You may choose to rejoin your guide after dinner for a taste of the nightlife.
A Spy’s Life Hear haunting tales of Cold War spy games from Mikhail Lyubimov, currently a crime novelist, and formerly a highranking KGB spymaster. He’ll recount undercover missions and dish on secret agents. He can even offer some insight into his old acquaintance, the infamous double agent Kim Philby.
An abundance of cultural treasures
Traveling across Europe opens your eyes to a world of unparalleled culture and history. It often seems impossible to choose between the Renaissance art of Florence and the Impressionist paintings of Paris; Germany’s Bavarian castles and the bustling multicultural London streets. The wealth of knowledge acquired in Europe is an asset of a lifetime – its only rivals being the people and food you’ll encounter along the way! Close proximity of individual countries makes it easy to incorporate any number of them into your trip, while each country is more than worthy of a focused, extended stay as you immerse yourself in the culture and communities.
The Possibilities Are Endless
Set to a backdrop of an impressive variety of landscapes, from lush tropical rainforests to the breath-taking Rocky Mountain range, North America offers a unique adventure for every traveler. Take a road trip along the Pacific Coast highway, zip-line through Canada’s temperate rainforests, or journey through Mexico’s Copper Canyon by train. The endless opportunities of the land will leave you wanting to discover more.
