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Private tour of the Kremlin including the Armory and the Diamond Fund in Moscow

Kremlin including the Armory and the Diamond Fund

Adult (Ages 12+)
95
Children (Ages 6-11)
40
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Private tour of the Kremlin including the Armory and the Diamond Fund in Moscow

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  • 3.5 Hours
  • Kremlin including the Armory and the Diamond Fund
  • Meet in Red Square at agreed meeting point
  • Min age: 6
  • Languages offered: English

A visit to Moscow will not be complete without a full tour of the Moscow Kremlin. Visit the Kremlin Cathedrals, Armoury Chamber and Diamond Fund and explore the rich history of Imperial Russia. Discover all the major sights of the Kremlin and see a stunning collection of weapons, jewels, Faberge eggs, imperial carriages, crowns and much more.

Why you’ll love this…
  • Explore the Moscow Kremlin and the city’s extraordinary cathedrals on a 3 hour private guided tour
  • Visit the Diamond Fund and Armory Chamber and explore the rich history of imperial Russia
  • See a stunning collection of jewels, weapons, carriages and more
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What to Expect

Get a brief history of Russia as you walk to the Kremlin and pass the Soviet-era State Kremlin Palace. Continue to Cathedral Square to go inside the Cathedral of the Archangel, where the tomb of Ivan the Terrible can be found.

Head to the Armory Chamber to explore one of the city’s oldest museums and admire the carriages of Elizabeth I and Alexander II. See the swords of Minin and Pozaharsky who liberated Moscow. Look at the Monomach Cap and other artifacts, such as the ivory throne of Ivan the Terrible and the incredible Fabergé Eggs.

Proceed to the Diamond Fund to see a unique collection of jewelry and natural gems that date back to the Treasury of the Russian Crown. See the most notable parts of the collection including the Imperial Crown of Russia used in the coronation of Russian Czars, Orlov, Shah diamonds and other royal insignia.

Important information Inclusions
  • Professional English-speaking tour guide
  • All entrance tickets.
Exclusions
  • Food and drink lunch.
  • Shopping/personal souvenirs
Tour Schedule Details
  • Starting time: At a time convenient to yourself. 
  • Duration: 3.5 Hours
  • Meeting point: 
  • Meet in red Square at agreed meeting point.
  • Ending point: 
  • Red Square.
Itinerary

Full Itinerary

Kremlin, Armoury and Diamond Fund Tour highlights and itinerary. 

 

Inside Kremlin
 
Go inside the Kremlin the largest fortress in Europe still in use today and a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Find out how Kremlin was camouflaged during World War II and avoided destruction.

 
 
State Kremlin Palace
 
Pass by the State Kremlin Palace nowadays used as an elite concert hall and a ballet performance venue.

Discover what was the buildings original purpose.

 
 
Senate Palace
 
Take a picture with the view of Vladimir Putin’s office in the background.

Get an understanding of Russian political history from U.S.S.R. to the Russian Federation.

 
 
Tsar Cannon
 
Marvel at the largest bombard by caliber (35 inches) in the world.

Find out why there are still continuous debates on whether the 40-ton cannon has ever been fired or not.

 
 
Tsar Bell
 
Find out what caused a huge crack in the largest bell in the world.

Discover why the bell was buried in the ground for over a hundred years.

 
 
Ivan the Great Bell Tower
 
Admire the 81-meter-tall bell tower that was the highest building in Russia until the XVIII century.

Learn about the legend of how Napoleon Bonaparte failed to destroy the tower.

 
 
Cathedral Square
 
Soak in the atmosphere of the Square were coronations and funeral processions of all Russian tsars, patriarchs and Grand Dukes of Moscow took place.

Visit the Archangel’s Cathedral, the shrine of Russian czars and Annunciation Cathedral private home church of the czars.

 
 
Armoury Chamber
 
Visit the former Russian Imperial Treasury – now one of the richest museum collections in the world.

Admire an incredible display of ancient swords, imperial carriages, horse ceremonial harnesses, crowns and much more.

 
 
Weapons, Carriages, Armour
 
During the Armoury Tour learn both about the various weapons used by Russian and European armies and the silver and gold tableware that the royal families used during their banquets after their victories.

See the Ivory throne of Ivan the Terrible, swords of Minin and Pozharsky, carriages of Catherine the Great and numerous other artifacts of Russian and European aristocracy.

 
 
Faberge Eggs and Monomakh Cap
 
Marvel at the largest collection of Imperial Faberge eggs (10 eggs), czar thrones and other royal regalia.

See the legendary Monomakh Cap – the ultimate symbol of Russian autocracy and Byzantine heritage.

 
 
Diamond Fund 
 
Relish the collection of jewelry masterpieces of the 18th-20th centuries, including rare precious stones, royal insignia, and The Great Imperial Crown.

See the Great Imperial Crown that replaced the Crown of Monomakh and became one of the main symbols of Russian monarchy.

 
 
Diamond Fund
 
Relish the collection of jewelry masterpieces of the 18th-20th centuries, including rare precious stones, royal insignia, and The Great Imperial Crown.

See the Great Imperial Crown that replaced the Crown of Monomakh and became one of the main symbols of Russian monarchy.

 
 
Grand Kremlin Palace
 
Pass by the Grand Kremlin Palace used for state and diplomatic receptions and official ceremonies.

Learn about the grand project of Catherine the Great that almost led to the destruction of the Kremlin Wall.

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FAQ

I'm a solo traveller, is there a single supplement?

There is no single supplement surcharge for single travellers as this is a private tour. The more travelers in your private group the bigger the discount for the private tour.

What is cancellation policy?

 

Cancellation fees – Cancellation fees may apply to any cancellations by the traveller of a service provided by Get-Locals.com. Unless otherwise specified, the cancellation policy is as follows:

  1. Cancellations for set tours and made more than 24 hours prior to travel receive a full refund.
  2. Cancellations for set tours made 24 hours or less prior to travel require the traveller to pay for the tour in full, and no refund will be issued.

 

   

     Cancellations for custom itineraries (“Create Your Own”) are as follows:

  • 60+ days to departure – Full refund
  • 59 – 31 days to departure – 50% cancellation fee
  • 30 days and under to departure – 100% cancellation fee

What happens in the event of bad weather?

In the event of bad weather forecast we will contact you the day before and offer you either a refund or an amended tour for the following day.

We always advice to wear suitable clothing for the day of the tour as not every day is guaranteed sunshine.

How do I find the tour start meeting point?

Our guide will meet you in the lobby of your hotel or outside your apartment.