Excursions

We have designed the most comprehensive and convenient single route that allows you to see all the main attractions of the city without transfers in just two hours, or spend the whole day exploring the city. During this single tour, you will visit the historical center of St. Petersburg, the Spit of Vasilyevsky Island, and even the Petrograd Side.

Oreshek Fortress is an ancient Russian fortress on Orekhovy Island at the source of the Neva River, opposite the town of Shlisselburg in the Leningrad Region. Founded in 1323, it belonged to the Swedes from 1612 to 1702.
The fortress, occupying the entire territory of the island, has the shape of an irregular triangle stretched from east to west. Five towers are located along the perimeter of the fortress walls. One of them—the Gate Tower—is quadrangular, while the rest are round. Inside the fortress, in its northeastern corner, rises the citadel.
Seven towers were located along the outer perimeter of the fortress. Three more defended the inner citadel.

– Ability to pre-select seats;
– Option to purchase tickets for the VIP zone, separated from the main salon;
– Large open-air promenade deck;
– Comfortable enclosed salon with panoramic windows;
– On-board restaurant with menu service;
– Musical accompaniment;
– Individual blankets available for purchase on board;
– Wide selection of drinks, including bar, cocktail, and wine menus;

St. Petersburg falls asleep. The city of sparkling lights of St. Petersburg bridges awakens.
Night is a time for amazing moments. A boat trip with the “SCARLET SAILS” team and the unforgettable romance of the bridges will allow you to immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the night city.
In the light of lanterns, stunning views of majestic palaces and embankments await you, which hold so much beauty! Embark on the boat trip “Night Bridges of the Northern Capital”, where you will see the city’s landmarks – the drawbridges of Palace, Trinity, and Liteyny bridges

What awaits you on the cruise:
– Unforgettable romance of drawbridges.
– Beauty of bridge spans over the water surface, granite embankments, and facades of historical buildings in the light of lanterns.
– Plenty of photos on the open deck against the backdrop of famous bridges.

– Ability to pre-select seats;
– Option to purchase tickets for the VIP zone, separated from the main salon;
– Large open-air promenade deck;
– Comfortable enclosed salon with panoramic windows;
– On-board restaurant with menu service;
– Musical accompaniment;
– Individual blankets available for purchase on board;
– Wide selection of drinks, including bar, cocktail, and wine menus;

After sunset, the city on the Neva is fantastically transformed. And if you haven’t yet had the chance to see nighttime St. Petersburg from a boat, you’ve missed a lot… Time to catch up!
We invite you to embark on a night journey with the “SCARLET SAILS” team and enjoy this mystical atmosphere with us! The ship departs for an amazing cruise that consists of two parts: enjoying the beauty of nighttime St. Petersburg and watching the raising of popular bridges as twilight falls.

The most striking impression from the cruise is the Peter and Paul Fortress against the backdrop of the raised Trinity Bridge! A truly canonical image of the city.

Disembarkation after the tour on both banks:
– At 2:00 AM at Mytnenskaya Embankment stop
– At 2:30 AM at Admiralty Embankment 16.
What awaits you on the cruise:
– Our journey along the Neva will begin along the Admiralty and Palace Embankments.
– We will maneuver alternately at the Palace, Trinity, and Liteyny bridges and wait for them to be raised.
– Then, passing the cruiser “Aurora”, we will enter the Bolshaya Nevka and go under the Bolshoy Sampsonievsky Bridge and, before reaching the Grenadier Bridge, make a turn

The Meteor transfer to Peterhof is the fastest and most convenient way to get to those famous fountains and back! Forget about traffic lights and traffic jams, just enjoy the impressive landscapes of St. Petersburg from the panoramic windows of the ship. In just 40 minutes, you will be transported from the city center to the pier of the Lower Park of Peterhof, and along the way, you can enjoy the fresh sea breeze and take stunning photos on the open deck of the ship between the salons. You can purchase a return ticket on our website or at the pier
Route map

Transfer on high-speed “Meteor” vessels to Kronstadt is the fastest way to get to the city of naval glory! In just one hour, you will travel from the center of St. Petersburg to the “Island of Forts” pier in Kronstadt. Take advantage of the unique opportunity to see a new tourist attraction—the museum and historical park “Island of Forts”—and enjoy the views of the sights in the central part of Kronstadt in one trip. And after a day full of impressions, you can also return to St. Petersburg on the high-speed “Meteor” with the wind in your hair.

Looking for experiences that make your blood run cold? Attracted to mysticism and eerie legends?
What awaits you:
The mysticism of a big city!
Ceremonial St. Petersburg, luxurious palaces, masterpieces by Rastrelli and Montferrand… None of this will be on our tour. Instead of postcard attractions, you will see a gloomy, sometimes sinister St. Petersburg and find yourself in places with a very bad reputation. In the guide’s stories, truth is intertwined with myths, whether to believe them or not is up to you. Let’s go together to find answers to questions:
Why did the Old Believers think that the Antichrist built St. Petersburg?
What ghosts can be met on the banks of rivers and canals?
What was the death of Russia’s most mysterious elder like?
And, finally, in which entrance hall can you meet the Devil himself?

one of the most popular water tours among our passengers. This is the most comprehensive route through the historical center of St. Petersburg, which perfectly conveys the unique atmosphere of the beloved city. During the excursion, you will not only learn about the history of St. Petersburg but also discover many interesting legends, new facts, and see the most famous palaces and bridges from the water. The daytime “Northern Venice” cruise is best suited for a first acquaintance with St. Petersburg. Photos of the most beautiful postcard-worthy places in the city are guaranteed! The cruise is conducted with a guide on a comfortable single-deck ship

Visit the brilliant imperial residence founded by Peter I, enjoy the aesthetics of the grand fountains of Peterhof, elegant palaces, and artfully tamed nature. Continue your journey on a modern, high-speed, elegant “Meteor”, admiring the St. Petersburg of the future and its classical views. This city was created to impress travelers arriving by sea.
Your excursion will begin at 11:00 AM at Ostrovsky Square. The bus will take you to Peterhof, a legendary palace and park ensemble located on the shore of the Gulf of Finland. Along the way, our experienced guide will tell you the history of Peterhof’s foundation and the wonderful discoveries that await you ahead, reveal the attractions you will encounter along the way, and also give useful tips for exploring the extensive and full of pleasant surprises Lower Park. During the excursion, you will be able to admire the majestic facade of the Grand Palace, walk along its noisy alleys and quiet paths, appreciate the grandeur of Samson and the sense of humor of the “trick fountains”.
After finishing the walk, you will board the “Meteor”—a modern hydrofoil vessel. Cutting through the waves of the Gulf of Finland on your way back to St. Petersburg, you will get acquainted with new city landmarks—the Lakhta Center, the tallest building in Europe, the Western High-Speed Diameter, a modern highway bypassing the city, and “Gazprom Arena”, which hosted the World Cup semi-final*.
Attention! If the weather becomes an obstacle (sometimes Meteors are canceled due to unacceptably high waves), you will return to St. Petersburg on our comfortable bus.
As you approach the end point of the tour at Palace Bridge, don’t forget to admire the ceremonial embankments of the city.

The comfortable “Koryushka” ship will delight travelers with a large promenade deck with a panoramic view. There is a restaurant on board with a signature menu, a wide selection of dishes and drinks from the chef: you can order a full lunch, a light salad, or a cappuccino with dessert to make your journey even more pleasant.
The ship’s enclosed restaurant salon is equipped with panoramic windows and a climate control system—you won’t be hot on a scorching day, and you won’t freeze if it’s cool. On board the ship, you can purchase an individual blanket that will provide you with additional comfort and warmth throughout the trip.
Specially for the comfortable travel of large groups, two VIP zones with sofas for eight people each are located at the bow of the ship. The VIP rate includes a glass of champagne per guest and a fruit platter. When booking a VIP table for 8 people, special places on the open deck are included in the price.

How to see the true beauty of the city on the Neva?
A boat trip with the “SCARLET SAILS” team is the most interesting and convenient way to get acquainted with the city.
During our mini-journey, you will fully immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the Northern Capital thanks to a 360-degree view. And if the city wants to delight us with a summer rain, you can continue to admire its beauty from the cozy enclosed deck.
What awaits you on the cruise:
• The most popular route: Neva – Fontanka – Kryukov Canal – Moika – Winter Canal – Neva
• Famous St. Petersburg attractions from a convenient angle: we will sail past elegant palaces, granite embankments, and famous monuments.
• The cruise is accompanied by an audio guide tour

The most picturesque and “green” water excursion from the city center along the embankments and park ensembles of Petrograd, Aptekarsky, Krestovsky, Elagin, and Kamenny Islands on a single-deck ship.
Accompanied by a live guide

During the excursion to apartment buildings, unusual courtyards, and unique entrance halls, you will get acquainted with the central part of the city, penetrate into its most hidden and unknown corners.
We will help you learn more about traditions and architecture.
Why are entrances here called “paradnye” (ceremonial)?
How to distinguish between “front” and “back” staircases?
What is the difference between a communal apartment and a regular one?

Leningrad communal apartments are a separate cultural phenomenon that all explorers of St. Petersburg should get acquainted with.
To absorb the spirit of the city, you need to see it from the outside and from inside the apartment buildings.
We will visit three apartments and several courtyards and entrance halls!

New impressions, real relaxation, and a completely different view of St. Petersburg from the waters of the Gulf of Finland – that’s what you’ll get from a cruise with the “SCARLET SAILS” team.
It’s time to go to sea, sit on the warm deck, swaying on the waves, stock up on warm photos that will warm you in the cold winter. The best views open from the promenade deck of the ship, and you can hide in case of bad weather in the cozy enclosed deck.
Join the water cruise along the Neva on the comfortable double-deck ship “MIRAGE” with access to the Gulf of Finland!
What awaits you on the cruise:
• An interesting excursion program along the Neva and the Gulf of Finland.
• Views of the historical architecture and culture of the city, which harmoniously combines with the magnificent panoramas of the Gulf of Finland.
• Happiness and gratitude to yourself for deciding to take this cruise.

In 1794, a confectioner named Louis Jules César Auguste Benois came to Russia. He gave rise to a family that produced numerous architects, artists, musicians, actors, and art critics. They had an enormous influence on the appearance of St. Petersburg and the artistic life of Russia as a whole.
Now members of the Benois family live in France and Germany, Argentina and Australia, Armenia and Finland. Descendants of this famous family also live in St. Petersburg, in the very apartment of the very house that Professor of Architecture Leontiy Nikolaevich Benois built at the end of the 19th century according to his own design.
We are going to visit the great-great-granddaughter of the architect – Anastasia. As the hostess, she will show us the apartment, which is still filled with art. Remember the famous Benois Madonna painted by Leonardo? Before it ended up in the Hermitage, its place was right here.
We will admire the authentic interiors from the early 20th century, family portraits, watercolors, fireplaces, and personal belongings of the representatives of this artistic family.

Main information:
– WELCOME-drink for all guests (a glass of champagne).
– Restaurant on board with menu service.
– Package offers ticket+dinner “Standard” or “Premium”.
Please note that Standard and Premium rates do not apply to VIP category seats and are available for order no later than 12:00 PM on the current day.
– Live jazz music.
– VIP zone: 4 tables designed for 5 people each. A separate viewing area at the bow of the ship for VIP zone guests. A bottle of champagne per table, a compliment from the chef – a fruit platter.
– Pre-selection of seats.
IMPORTANT!!! On public holidays, bridges are not raised. The bridge raising show may also be canceled due to weather conditions. Check the current information about the bridge raising schedule on the website: https://mostotrest-spb.ru/

ability to pre-select seats;
ability to purchase tickets for the VIP zone, separated from the main salon, with its own access to a secluded deck and a waiter working only in the VIP zone; the VIP rate includes a glass of champagne per guest and a fruit platter
availability of an open promenade deck;
availability of an enclosed salon with panoramic windows;
restaurant on board with menu service with the option to choose a ready-made dinner option;
individual blankets available for purchase on board.
musical accompaniment;
wide selection of drinks, including bar, cocktail, and wine menus;
a glass of champagne for each guest.