St. Petersburg Optional Activities

To make your visit to St. Petersburg truly complete we recommend a number of optional activities. They will allow you to experience more of St. Petersburg and will leave long memories of your travel to Russia.

Folk Show at the Nicholas Palace

We invite you to feel yourself Russian during this spectacular folkloric show! Held in the stately Nicholas Palace this show is by far the best folkloric performance available anywhere in St. Petersburg. The show will introduce you to the rich folk heritage of Russia, its energetic dances and famous songs, as well as will dazzle the eye with colorful costumes and authentic Russian atmosphere. The show is critically acclaimed and will be a welcome treat for those wishing to unravel the "riddle wrapped in a mystery inside an enigma."

The show consists of two parts performed by professional musicians, singers and dancers. A Russian folk ensemble "Souvenir" brilliantly performs folk compositions using rare musical instruments. A dance company "St. Petersburg Stars" is comprised of graduates of the leading choreography schools of Russia. You will enjoy lyrical dances of the Russian North, energetic Cossack dances from the Don and Voronezh regions, and dance miniatures from the Urals and Siberia. "Maidan" art company will engage you by their Cossack dances and songs. Finally, virtuosos of "Naigrysh" folk instruments quartet will perform well-known Russian tunes and folk music.

Before the show and during the interval you will be treated to tasty Russian hors d'oeuvres (caviar, ham, smoked sausage and cheese sandwiches) and drinks (champagne, vodka, mineral water and juice) which are included in your ticket price.

You can contact us to get tickets to the Folk Show and to arrange transportation to your ship.

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