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 7 Star Travel comes to obtaining best travel deals – Flights,Hajj and Umrah Services the you can trust. millions of travelers rely on us while booking cheap flights and low cost Umrah deals. Our National network of airlines, holiday offers combined with expertise to create unforgettable travel moments.

 7 Star Travel is a company established and existing under the laws of Pakistan and registered tour operator with the licence . 7 Star Travel Platform is a provider of travel and Umrah services in Pakistan and Europe including Middle East. 

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Get help with 7 Star Travel to plan your next holiday or business trip to worldwide destinations. Book personalized tours, holiday accommodation or book plane tickets. We Based in the Lahore,Islamabad area,travel specialists and trip planners cater for all travel tastes and budgets. 

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“Just pack your bags and go”!  That’s our motto.  Allow us to handle all the details from the initial research, booking, reservations within your reservation, flights, and more. We are with you each step of the way, and the best part, you work with the same agent each time you make contact with us.  You aren’t calling a call-center or reaching out to a generic email. We advocate for you, and work to find you the best value for your dollar.   We are here from beginning to end and even after you return.  We are just a phone call or an email away!

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Our Advisor team specializes in luxury vacations around the world. We work to make your trip unforgettable, unimaginable and unparalleled. We are a boutique travel company that focuses on our clients and surpassing all of their travel dreams and expectations!

Our planet is extraordinary and has so many places to experience! Don't know where you want to go next? Ask one of our advisors for suggestions or get inspiration from here! The inspiration is just the start, we will create luxury magic for you. 

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Our goal is to create an exceptional experience that stays with you for the rest of your life. We take care of everything from start to finish but here are a few resources that can help you get travel ready and help you throughout your journey.

If you can imagine it, Sixth Star Travel can take you there!

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WANDERLIST® is a Virtuoso-exclusive experience enabling Virtuoso clients to explore, dream and share with their Advisor in new, more rewarding ways. Ideal for travelers who welcome more opportunities to discover and invite others to share their travel dreams with friends and family. To learn more about Wanderlist, please watch the short video below. Ask us about Wanderlist!

Sixth Star Travel is a full service travel company specializing in unique, luxury and adventure travel throughout the world.  We turn your dreams into reality by creating experiences for a lifetime of memories .

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Luxury Caribbean vacations

A joyous mosaic of islands, luxury caribbean vacation travel agency: luxury travel to cuba, turks and caicos, jamaica, the virgin islands & more caribbean destinations.

THERE ARE 7,000 CARIBBEAN ISLANDS. THAT’S 7,000 BEAUTIFUL DECISIONS. Whether you’re looking to relax on the beach, play water sports, go on an adventurous hike, or get the most fabulous massage you’ve ever experienced, luxury Caribbean vacations offer something for everyone. Each Caribbean island is unique, from its people and culture to its array of activities.

Whatever you envision for your custom Caribbean vacation, we’ll create it – custom-crafted just for you by your Caribbean travel agent. From Turks and Caicos known for its spas and world-class facilities to St Maarten featuring the gorgeous Orient Beach and shopping on the famed Front Street, to remarkable and alluring Cuba, or a little-known, quiet island, the Caribbean islands deliver every kind of adventure. A custom Caribbean vacation is just waiting for you.

Luxury Cuba travel

Cuba is a destination unlike any other, and luxury Cuba travel crafted meticulously by your Cuba travel agent specialist, will expose you to the very best this captivating country has to offer. Havana’s history, culture, and music have made it a gem of the Caribbean—it delivers incredible color, unique architecture, and infectious rhythm. From Old Havana’s beautiful, colonial interior, to the cobblestone streets, to a stroll on the Malecon, to a waterfront walk at the edge of the city, every block of this city is spellbinding. Craving quiet? Head out of town to explore Cuba’s white sand beaches and turquoise-colored waters. Our Cuba travel agent specialists will craft a custom itinerary for you that weaves you in and out of both the best and the undiscovered parts of the country. But no matter where you’re headed, luxury Cuba travel starts and ends with the people, so be ready to engage — and salsa.

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Turks & caicos.

Turks and Caicos luxury travel provides the perfect vacation for rest, relaxation, and lavish pampering. With nearly 250 miles of white sandy beaches and stunning coral reefs, the island delivers tranquil luxury. Looking for some adventure? Let our Turks and Caicos travel agent guide you to the world’s third largest barrier reef for exceptional snorkeling. Turks and Caicos travel also means impeccable accommodations. Stay in an incredible 5-star hotel and be utterly pampered with world-class food, spas, and service. Or, maybe you’d prefer something more private and secluded. Either way, your Turks and Caicos vacation will leave you refreshed and relaxed.

Eastern Caribbean luxury travel

Eastern Caribbean travel features an abundance of islands with beautiful beaches, island adventures and watersports, and 4- and 5-star luxury accommodations. From St. Maarten to the Virgin Islands, to Bahamas and Turks and Caicos to Puerto Rico, Eastern Caribbean luxury travel offers you a quick getaway and plenty of relaxation. There’s plenty of history, too, to add a bit of culture to your beach getaway. Our Caribbean travel agent specialists, or island specialists like our Turks and Caicos travel agent specialists, will custom-craft your itinerary that gets you to the islands that best fit you and your journey.

Western Caribbean luxury travel

Western Caribbean luxury travel offers something for everyone. History aficionados will enjoy a stroll through Key West, divers will love getting up close to stingrays in Grand Cayman, and shopping pros will love to bargain a little in Jamaica. And don’t forget the beautiful beaches and luxury accommodations of the Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico. Western Caribbean luxury travel will open your eyes and deliver its beauty for an awe-inspiring custom Caribbean vacation.

Luxury all-inclusive Caribbean vacations

Are you looking for a family vacation where you can enjoy the beaches, water sports, and sun of the Caribbean, but not have to worry about costs adding up? There are many luxury all-inclusive Caribbean vacations, including Barbados, Dominican Republic, Aruba, and Jamaica. A luxury all-inclusive Caribbean vacation can be the perfect getaway for the family, a couple, or a destination wedding. You can experience over-the-top luxury in Antigua, or a honeymooner’s paradise at one of the Sandals Resorts , or a needed family retreat at one of the all-inclusive resorts on Turks and Caicos.

Caribbean travel agent specialists

Our team of Caribbean travel agent specialists are experts in the islands. We have Cuba travel agent specialists who understand the nuances that will make your experience flawless. Or, our Turks and Caicos travel agent specialists will work with you to craft a luxury trip with details that exceed your expectations and please your senses. We’re here to personalize and custom-craft your luxury Caribbean vacation.

58 STARS: YOUR LUXURY CARIBBEAN VACATION AGENCY

58 Stars is a luxury travel agency, specializing in custom Caribbean vacations, luxury Caribbean vacations, luxury Cuba travel, luxury all-inclusive Caribbean travel, and more. Our global connections, and the relationships our Caribbean, Cuba and Turks and Caicos travel agent specialists have made, run deeper and further—from airlines, cruise lines, hotels, tour companies, resorts, and more — which gives us an unmatched advantage in delivering amazing luxury Caribbean vacation experiences for our clients. Luxury vacations mean more to us than just 5-star hotels. It means crafting a personalized, custom Caribbean vacation itinerary you’ll remember forever. We love travel. And we’d love to be your luxury travel agency, bringing you custom, luxury Caribbean vacations and luxury all-inclusive Caribbean vacations. Let’s talk.

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Planning a trip can be easier through an online travel agency than if you handle each aspect of the planning separately. You can book hotels, air travel, rental cars, and more through a single site, and booking everything together sometimes results in discounts. By inputting a destination, a range of dates, and other preferences, you will see a list of options for each aspect of travel.

The best online travel agencies offer options from the largest number of airlines, hotels, car rental agencies, and more. Look for sites that offer discounts for combining reservations for different aspects of your trip. For example, the best sites will have lower rates if you book both plane tickets and a hotel through their services. The best sites also provide reviews from customers who actually have booked through the service. These are our top picks.

• Best Overall: Booking.com
• Best Budget: Skyscanner
• Best Price Predictor: Hopper
• Most Innovative: Kiwi.com
• Best for Eco-Conscious: Kind Traveler
• Best for Social Impact: I Like Local
• Best for Design-Forward Homestays: Plum Guide
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Frequently asked questions, methodology, best overall : booking.com.

 Booking.com

This industry leader offers one of the most comprehensive trip planning platforms on the Internet.

Lots of options to choose from

Interface is easy to use

Numerous filters to customize your search

Tricky to tell whether changes/cancellations can be made with Booking.com or the vendor directly

Booking.com was founded in 1996 and has grown into an industry leader that stands out for being one of the most comprehensive trip planning platforms out there. From one website, you can compare and book accommodations, flights (including one-way and multi-city flights), sightseeing activities, and even airport taxis. The website lists more than 28 million accommodation options, from hotels, hostels, and B&Bs to vacation homes and luxury resorts—you can browse more choices per destination on Booking.com than other online travel agencies. The website also performs well on cost and typically returns lower-than-average prices for flights and hotels. 

Booking.com's interface is also easy to use. On the home page, search for a hotel by entering your chosen destination and dates. Then, use the extensive list of filters—such as price range and distance from the city center—to narrow the results down and find the best fit. You can also search for a specific hotel, or seek inspiration by clicking through options grouped by destination or property type or by topic such as the country’s best Michelin-starred hotel restaurants or the top cities for vegan travelers. The flights, car rental, and other tabs are just as intuitive. 

Best Budget : Skyscanner

 Skyscanner

You can compare prices across airlines, hotels, and car rentals.

Simple interface

Option to toggle searches between specific dates or by monthly calendars

Search Everywhere button is great for spontaneous planners

Extra clicks are required to make a final purchase

Must read fine print for changes/cancellations—may need to deal directly with the vendor

Ads on the sidebar can be distracting

Find deals on airfare, hotels, and car rentals with an aggregator site like Skyscanner , which uses a metasearch engine to compare prices from all online travel agencies and the airline, hotel, or car rental company in question. Run searches with fixed dates, opt to compare airfare prices month to month, or click “Cheapest Month.” Searches also include options for nearby airports or non-stop flights only. With hotel searches, you can choose to select only from properties with free cancellation, a cleanliness rating of 4.5/5 or higher, or 3- or 4-starred hotels only. Car rental searches include an option to select “return car to different location.”

Once you’ve found the best rate, click on the link to be redirected to the third-party site to make your booking. Feeling spontaneous? The Search Everywhere button on the homepage offers a list of the cheapest flight deals for destinations both locally and across the world—just plug in your departure airport first.

Best Price Predictor : Hopper

The company claims a 95 percent accuracy rate at predicting when flights and hotel rates will be cheapest.

Color-coded system makes it easy to determine cheapest days to buy

App is easy to use

Option to track flights and receive alerts when the best time to buy arises

Some have mentioned the app functions better as a research tool than a booking tool

Unclear whether Hopper will price match if you find a cheaper flight elsewhere

Hopper is a travel app available on iOS and Android that aims to help travelers save on airfare by usng historical data and their own algorithm to predict when flights will be cheapest. Just type in where and when you’d like to fly and Hopper will present you with a color-coded pricing calendar indicating how much tickets are likely to cost. (Green is the least expensive, then yellow, orange, and red for most expensive.) Hopper will also recommend you either buy now or wait, or you can choose to watch a trip and receive notifications on the best time to buy. In addition, the app has expanded to offer hotel and car rental price predictions, too.

Some newer features since the app’s inception in 2009 include an option to freeze a price for a limited time—for an extra fee—as well as exclusive app-only discounts. Hopper is free to download, and you can choose to book directly through the app, though some users mentioned they use Hopper as more of a research tool before booking directly with the airline or hotel. The company claims a 95 percent accuracy rate at predicting flight rates up to a year ahead.

Most Innovative : Kiwi.com

This metasearch engine scours the web to piece together the ideal itinerary using planes, trains, buses, and more.

Creative itineraries get you where you need to go, especially if you’ve got a multi-stop trip

Kiwi Guarantee offers rebooking or cancellation protections

Nomad option appeals to travelers with a lot of flexibility

Creative itineraries mean you may not fly out of the same airport you flew into

Kiwi Guarantee has an additional fee

Charges all-in-one fee for booking flights, trains, buses (though you can always purchase a la carte)

Travelers planning multi-city destinations and seeking a bargain, as well as those looking to take planes, trains, and automobiles to get there, might consider Kiwi . Kiwi is a metasearch engine that scours and pieces together itineraries from various airlines (even if they don’t have a codeshare agreement), considers multiple airports (even if your arrival airport is different from departure), and offers booking options, whether you’re looking at very specific dates or more general ones (up to 60 nights).

Some will find the ability to make multiple bookings for a particular trip more convenient than going at it manually several different times, though note that you must opt into the Kiwi Guarantee program to access rebooking and refund protections should your reservation change or be canceled. Kiwi’s Nomad option allows you to plug in a bunch of destinations you’d like to visit and the length of your intended stay, and the website will churn out the most affordable itineraries for review.

Best for Eco-Conscious : Kind Traveler

A give-and-get business model means booking accommodations with exclusive perks, a donation to environmental organizations, and more.

All participating hotels include a local give-back component

Exclusive savings and perks

Participating hotels are located in some of the most beautiful places in the world

Inventory is much smaller compared to other booking platforms

Some of the amenities mentioned are based on availability only

In 2022, Kind Traveler (an online trave agency focused on hotel bookings) announced an increase in environmentally and socially conscious hotels, charity donations, voluntourism opportunities, and additional perks like waived resort fees or a welcome amenity.

Unlock exclusive hotel rates and perks from participating Kind Traveler hotels with a minimum $10/night minimum donation to a local charity. For example, stay at the Six Senses Laamu in the Maldives and receive up to $33 off the nightly rate and perks such as a food and beverage credit and an Earth Lab or Alchemy Bar workshop when you make a donation to Manta Trust. The organization funds coastal research to protect the island nation’s large yet fragile population of reef mantas.

Select from more than 140 participating hotels from the Hawaiian Islands to Bozeman, Montana, and the Maldives. Charities include wildlife, human rights, arts, education, and environmental preservation organizations.

Best for Social Impact : I Like Local

Choose from a host of travel experiences with the peace of mind that 100 percent of the cost goes directly to local partners.

Social impact mission woven into organization’s business model

Immersive experiences led by local guides

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For an online travel agency with a booking platform designed to route dollars spent directly to the communities travelers intend to visit, consider I Like Local . Visit the website to browse a host of travel experiences in countries including Indonesia, Kenya, and Cambodia. Experiences include homestays and farmstays as well as wellness and culturally oriented experiences—from cooking and cycling tours to weaving classes.

To search for an experience, select from drop-down items like travel dates and experience categories, or view a global map and click on a country to view experiences that way.

The platform got its start in 2014 and has grown to 4,000 local hosts across nearly 20 countries. As a social impact organization, 100 percent of each booking fee goes to local hosts. To date, 16,000 travelers have booked with I Like Local.

Best for Design-Forward Homestays : Plum Guide

Browse and book seriously vetted, design-forward vacation homes.

Highly curated inventory of vacation rentals across the world

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Other platforms have homes available across more destinations

When it comes to booking a vacation home, serviced apartment, or condo, travelers are spoiled for choice. Plum Guide is an online travel agency that specializes in accommodations—though not just any home makes its directory. The company claims that each potential home listed on its site must jump through 150 hoops to be included, from internet speed and mattress and pillow quality to the showers’ water pressure and the home’s proximity to dining, shopping, and attractions.

Search by a featured collection on the website such as “ pet-friendly homes ” or “one-of-a-kind homes in Palm Springs.” Scroll to the bottom of its homepage to view its top destinations, as well as a list of all destinations where Plum Guide homes are available, including Barbados, Mexico, Portugal, Switzerland, the U.S., and Turkey. Note: From the top right-hand corner of the site, use the dropdown menu to select currency of choice.

As long as you know what you value most out of your travel experience—such as affordability, social impact, or luxe accommodations—there’s an online travel agency to help plan your next trip. Be sure to read the fine print, as some agencies are third-party websites and not direct vendors. If you're not sure where to start, Booking.com is your best bet for a smooth user experience and hard-to-beat offers on flights, hotels, and other travel arrangements.

What Is the Biggest Travel Agency?

Our choice for best overall, Booking.com, is known as an industry leader with listings for all major hotels, airlines, car rental companies, and more. It boasts more choices for accommodations per destination than any other site, and we found its interface to be user-friendly.

Are Online Travel Agencies Worth It?

This depends on your needs and priorities. The best online travel agencies certainly can save time by booking everything all at once. However, if you're someone who is good at haggling and enjoys the details of planning a trip, you might be able to find better deals by reaching out to hotels or other destinations and speaking to someone personally.

Is It Cheaper to Book Online Than With a Travel Agent?

Not always. A travel agent you know and trust should have the experience and connections to find deals that can match or surpass what you'll find online. Additionally, if something goes wrong, travel agents provide you with an actual person you can use as an advocate to correct the problem . But if you don't have access to a good travel agent, online sites still provide plenty of ways to streamline planning and save money .

We considered dozens of online travel agencies and narrowed down the options based on user experience, volume and quality of inventory, unique offerings and specials, and customer reviews. We also assessed travel companies’ environmentally and socially conscious policies.

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Moscow is unlike any other city on Earth. It is the wealthy economic center for one-sixth of the world's land mass and has over 120 ethnic groups and nationalities. A diverse and vibrant city with a strange combination of traditional Russian architecture and newer Soviet tastelessness, Moscow is an adventure waiting to happen!

Reasons to travel to Moscow

But what makes it so popular among tourists is the concentration of Moscow attractions. When you travel to Moscow you definitely want to see the red-bricked walls of the Kremlin , to take a picture in front of St. Basil's Cathedral , and probably visit the world-famous Bolshoi Theater . All of these places are located within a very small area around Red Square , so seeing them on a walking sightseeing tour of Moscow is convenient and allows you to avoid traffic jams.

The concentration of Moscow's main sights is one of the facts that make this city a world-class tourist destination. The majority of its attractions is centered in one small area, and the Kremlin is the hub of this concentration.

These sights extend into the realm of fantasy and are a must to put on your Moscow itinerary: the colorful domes of the Cathedral of St. Vasily the Blessed, the neo-gothic consumer wonderland that is the GUM , or state department store, and the timepiece of Russia's New Year's celebrations, the Spassky clock tower, all tower over the beautiful Red Square.

The neighboring Kitay-Gorod, or "Basket-Town" (likely a reference to the construction method of the city walls surround it), remains a significant concentration of traditional Russian structures serving as a commercial center. The Bolshoi Theater, the Lubyanka, and the hotels that tower above the Manege Square all are situated within the Boulevard Ring, an urban open-space doubling as a heavily-trafficked roadway created after the Great Fire of 1812, the one that left Napoleon's Army starving deep within wintry Russia.

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As Europe's largest metropolis, and the 5th largest city in the world, Moscow comes with its share of traffic blunders. It seems that all of the world's most expensive black cars are here, and that most of the city's car owners do not understand the difference between sidewalks and parking lots. Still, while the traffic situation leaves much to be desired, the Moscow subway is superb.

The advanced Metro system carries up to 3 million passengers a day and its trains run every few minutes. With stations that could rival art museums, the Metro is one of Moscow's great must-see sights. Travel in Moscow Metro at least once to see that there is nothing like it in the world.

Best time to visit Moscow

The peak of the Moscow travel season is May through September. However, you may prefer to savor Moscow tourism delicacies during the low travel season. The snowy winter months offer just as many entertainment options as one can find during summer.

You can celebrate New Year's Eve or see Russia's biggest ice rink on Red Square, taste blinis or visit one of the numerous winter markets. Any popular St. Petersburg - Moscow tour hides a handful of memorable experiences the whole year round!  

Although the best time to visit Moscow is from May to September, the city in winter still enchants with its towers and lights. Its great celebrations on the day of the October Revolution (held on November 7, a discrepancy resulting from the difference between the traditional Russian Julian calendar and the Gregorian calendar in use around the world today), and New Years Day make it the place to be. Of course, the best way to plan your trip is through one of our package tours to Moscow. If you are planning a trip to Russia , don't hesitate to contact our experienced travel experts who'll be glad to help.

Best Things to Do in Moscow

• Explore the Kremlin and the gorgeous Red Square
• Get acquainted with Russian art at the Tretyakov Gallery
• See the "underground palaces" down in Moscow metro

Top Attractions in Moscow

The famous GUM is a large department store in the Kitai-gorod part of Moscow facing Red Square.

The symbol of Moscow and entire Russia, the Kremlin is often described as the 8th Wonder of the World.

Moscow Metro is like a whole underground city that holds the world's largest collection of Stalinist Art.

Moscow's most well-known cloister with golden domes, untouched since the 17th century.

St. Basil’s Cathedral is Moscow’s most famous artistic work of architecture set in the romantic Red Square.

History and luxury is revealed inside the Kremlin as the Armoury Chamber displays treasures like Faberge Eggs.

Over 1000 years of Russia's finest art from Rublev to Shishkin, over 150 000 exhibits of religious and modern art.

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Travel insurance works by protecting your health and the money you spent for your trip. Travel insurance provides several different types of benefits that are important before and during your trip. This can include coverage for:

• Medical expenses for accidents and illnesses that occur on your trip.
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Travel insurance is a limited benefit plan that covers you for illnesses and injuries that occur while you are traveling. Health insurance, on the other hand, covers medical treatment you may need on a continuing basis for routine and wellness health care, emergency care, and treatment of chronic conditions that exist without regard to a specific time frame or travel event.

Travel insurance can include emergency medical benefits, which can help cover the cost of treatment if you become sick or hurt while traveling. It is important to note that your domestic health insurance might not provide coverage in another country if you are traveling internationally.

The medical benefits in your travel insurance will vary depending on which plan you purchase, so we recommend contacting a licensed travel insurance agent and reviewing your plan document carefully to understand what is covered in your plan.

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Our 20 Best Moscow Tours of 2022

Join us on an unforgettable tour to Moscow, the capital of Russia. Imagine visiting Red Square, St. Basil’s the Kremlin and more. Moscow is one of Europe’s most vibrant cities and one of Russia’s most historical. All of our tours to Moscow are fully customizable and can be adjusted to fit any budget. Our most popular tours are listed below. Please click on the tour details to learn more or contact us for more information about our Moscow tours using the form at the side of the page. You can also schedule a call with one of our Russian travel specialists to learn more.

Classic Moscow

This is our most popular Moscow tour that includes all the most prominent sights. You will become acquainted with ancient Russia in the Kremlin, admire Russian art in the Tretyakov Gallery, listen to street musicians as you stroll along the Old Arbat street, and learn about Soviet times on the Moscow Metro tour.

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A Week in Moscow

This tour is a perfect choice for those who wish to get to know Moscow in depth. One of the highlights of this package is the KGB history tour which gives an interesting perspective on the Cold War. You will also have time for exploring the city on your own or doing extra sightseeing.

Weekend in Moscow

This tour is a great way to get acquainted with the capital of Russia if you are short of time. You will see all the main attractions of the city, the most important of which is the Kremlin - the heart of Russia. The tour starts on Friday and can be combined with a business trip.

Group Tour Moscow Break by Intourist

Russia's capital has so much to offer, from the Kremlin and the Metro to the Old Arbat street and the Tretyakov Gallery. Besides these sites, you will also visit a fascinating country estate which today is quite off the beaten path, Gorky Estate, where the Soviet leader Lenin spent the last months of his life.

Kolomenskoye Tour with transport

The history of Kolomenskoye stretches back for centuries. In 1380, Dmitri Donskoi’s army passed through Kolomenskoye on their way to the Kulikovo battlefield, and it was...

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Kremlin, Red Sq., Cathedrals & Armory Tour

The Kremlin is truly a fascinating structure, at the same time it is an ancient tower, the city’s former military fortification, a palace, an armory, the sovereign treasury...

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Kremlin, Red Sq., Cathedrals, Armory, Diamond Fund Tour

Old Arbat walking tour

You will be told of the street’s interesting history and view the street’s artisan culture. You will also have the opportunity to view and purchase souvenirs from the...

Tour to Sergiev Posad with transport

Considered by some to be the Russian Vatican, Sergiev Posad is the temporary residence of the Patriarch of the Russian Orthodox Church. The Trinity St. Sergius Monastery (Lavra)...

Tour to Kuskovo with transport

The Kuskovo Estate often called the Moscow Versailles due to its perfectly preserved French park, is an example of an 18th century, luxurious Moscow summer residence. Its history...

Tour to Tsaritsyno with transport

The Tsaritsyno Estate is located in the southern part of Moscow. The estate was constructed for Catherine the Great by the Russian architects Bazhenov and Kazakov in a romantic...

Moscow Metro and Old Arbat Tour

The Moscow Metro is one of the largest and most grandly built metro systems in the world. It was meant to be a showcase of the Soviet Union’s achievements for both the Russians...

Vodka Museum Tour with transport (excursion and vodka tasting)

Vodka is an important component of Russian life, an element of national identity and everyday culture. We invite you to visit the Vodka Museum and feel the atmosphere of long-gone...

Mikhail Bulgakov Apartment Museum

This apartment museum located close to Patriarch Ponds became the prototype of the "bad apartment" described in the novel "The Master and Margarita." Currently the museum's...

Kremlin, Red Sq., Cathedrals & Diamond Fund Tour

The State Museum of Lev Tolstoy Tour

Take this opportunity to learn more about the Russian writer Lev Tolstoy. During the visit to the museum you will see part of a vast collection of exhibits connected to Tolstoy...

Novodevichy Convent Tour with transport

Tour of the Novodevichy Monastery. Founded in 1524 by Grand Prince VasiliIoanovich, the original convent was enclosed by fortified walls and contained 12 towers. The structure...

City Tour with Visit to St. Basils & Red Sq. with transport

Panoramic City Tour. This Moscow tour is a great start to your trip and the best way to get acquainted with many of the city’s major highlights. Our professional guide will...

City Tour of Moscow

Head to the heart of Moscow with a professional guide on a 4-hour private walk through the city center. See Tverskaya and Old Arbat streets, Theatre Square with the world-famous...

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KGB Tour with transport

This is a very interesting and insightful tour. You will visit places connected with Stalin’s terror - a time of great repression and fear. You will be shown monuments to...

Soviet and Post-Soviet Moscow Tour

The tour begins with a drive or walk down Tverskaya Street – a Soviet masterpiece. In the years of Soviet power, Tverskaya began to undergo a transformation: it was widened...

Tretyakov State Gallery Tour

This world-famous gallery contains masterpieces of Russian art beginning in the 10th century up until today. You will view exquisite Russian icons and paintings from the 18th and...

Jewish Heritage of Moscow Tour

This tour offers a detailed look into the history and present-day life of the Jewish community of Moscow. On the tour, you will visit sites connected with the cultural and religious...

Vodka Museum Tour with transport (excursion only)

Lena, our guide in Moscow was excellent. She was very knowledgable and could answer any question we had for her. We liked that she could pick up on our interests and take us places we might not have thought of to go. When we realized that one of the places we had chosen to see would probably not be that interesting to us, she was able to arrange entry to the Diamond Fund and the Armoury for us. Riding the Metro with Lena was a real adventure and a lot of fun. In Saint Petersburg we found Anna well versed in the history of the Tsars and in the Hermitage collection. Arkady in Veliky Novgorod was a very good guide and answered all of our questions with ease. Novgorod was perhaps a long way to go for a day trip, but we did enjoy it. Vasily was a great driver to have and kept us safe with good humour and skill. We enjoyed ourselves so much, my daughter says she is already planning to return. We would both have no hesistation to recommend ExpresstoRussia to anyone we know.

Just wanted to let you know that My grandson Bruno and I couldn´t have been more pleased with our week in Moscow (6/15 - 6/21). We were absolutely enchanted with the whole experience, including getting lost a couple of times in the Metro during our free time. Although both our guides (both Eleanas) were excellent, I would particularly commend the first one (she took us to the Tatiakov, the KGB tour, and to that beautiful cemetery where so many great Russian artists, authors, composers, musicians, militarists, and politicians are buried). Her knowledge is encyclopedic; and her understanding of today´s Russia as a product of its past was, for us, truly enlightening. I will be taking another tour in Russia, with my wife, within the next two or three years. I will be in touch with you when the time comes. Meanwhile, I will refer you to other potential visitors to Russia as I meet them.

Tours to Moscow

Our Moscow tours are land only meaning that you arrange your own air travel to Russia and our expert staff meets you at the airport and handles everything else from there. Our online Airline Ticket booking system offers some of the most competitive rates to Russia available on the web so if you need tickets, please visit our Russian air ticket center . Rest assured that you will be taken great care of on one of our Moscow tours. Express to Russia has a fully staffed office in Moscow that will help to make your visit fun, informative and unforgettable. Please remember that of all these tours are private and can be adjusted to your taste. You can add, replace or skip some sights; you can add more days to the package or cut the tour short. Our specialists will be glad to help you create the tour of your dreams!

Moscow, a City Like No Other

Moscow is Russia’s largest city with a population of between 12 and 13 million. It is also Europe’s largest city and when you visit Moscow, you can feel it. The layout and architecture of the city is eclectic, ranging from crooked, ancient streets and alleyways to wide, bustling boulevards, from medieval churches to Stalin skyscrapers and to modern, glass buildings towering over everything and of course in the center of it all is the Kremlin and the magnificent Red Square. Moscow is also home to a fantastic, efficient and very beautiful metro system – each station having its own special design. In fact, Express to Russia’s Moscow metro tours and excursions are some of our most popular attractions that we offer. On our Moscow tours, you will see this and more.

Moscow Tours centering on Russian History

Moscow has a long and interesting history and has been the capital of Russia in many of its different iterations – capital of the Grand Duchy of Moscow , the Russian Empire and of course the Soviet Union (who could ever forget the Soviet Union?). Moscow, was founded in the 12th century by Prince Yuri Dolgaruki (Yuri of the long arms – he really did have long arms!). From that time on, it was home to the Russian Tsars until Peter the Great moved the capital to St. Petersburg in 1703. The city has survived invasions and sieges from the Mongols, the Tartars, the Poles, Lithuanians and Napoleon but has always persevered. Our Moscow tours will enlighten you on this great history and give you insights into Muscovites and their unique culture. Our Moscow tours show you what the city is like today but also brings to life the past. Moscow never seems to sleep and is bursting with energy. A Moscow tour with Express to Russia is truly the best way of getting to know Russia’s largest and most vibrant city.

Frequently Asked Questions From Our Travelers

What is the best time to visit moscow.

Any time of year is fine depending on what you plan to do. Summertime is pleasantly warm, ideal for exploring the city and its vibrant atmosphere, but Moscow will be much busier and accommodation is more expensive. Winter can be quite cold but beautiful nonetheless, and this is unproblematic if you intend to spend most of your trip in museums and galleries. There are also various festivals and events organised throughout the year. For more information about the best time to visit, read our guide

How many days are enough in Moscow?

If you plan your itinerary strategically and aren’t averse to a packed schedule, you can cover Moscow’s main sights over a long weekend. Most popular attractions are in the city centre, and the Moscow Metro allows you to cover much ground in a small amount of time. Ensure that your accommodation is fairly central and book tickets in advance, so that you can make the most of your days. For an informative and well-organised day out, check out our Moscow day tours with options to suit all interests.

Do they speak English in Moscow?

As Russia’s capital city, tourists are well accommodated in Moscow. There should be English-speaking staff in restaurants, bars, hotels, shops and attractions in tourist hotspots, and there are also English-speaking tourist police. Transport services have English translations on their maps and English announcements via intercom; alternatively, order taxis from the Yandex Taxi app (Russian Uber), though it’s unlikely that your taxi driver will speak English. If you get stuck and cannot communicate, it’s fine to use Google Translate.

Is it safe to travel to Moscow?

It is no less safe to travel to Moscow than to any European city if you exercise common sense and look after your belongings. As with every city some regions can be more unsavoury than others, but no tourist attractions are located there. The traffic in Moscow is notorious, so exercise caution when crossing roads. Do not take unlicensed taxis; book in advance or take public transport, which is widespread and perfectly safe. If you encounter any problems, look for the special tourist police who can help you. For more information, read our guide about staying safe in Russia .

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• Star Trek: Discovery revealed Dr. Kovich is Agent Daniels, which connects him to Star Trek: Enterprise.
• Played by David Cronenberg, Dr. Kovich is a cultural historian, perfect for Star Trek: Strange New Worlds.
• The inclusion of Agent Daniels ties Discovery to past Star Trek series, offering fun new connections.

The following contains spoilers for Star Trek: Discovery Season 5, now streaming on Paramount+ .

The series finale of Star Trek: Discovery provides answers to the ongoing mission of Season 5, what happens to Captain Michael Burnham and even pays off an old Short Treks episode. However, one scene involving the mysterious Dr. Kovich reveals his "real name," which ties him back to the beginnings of Starfleet and, possibly, every other series. It's an interesting decision, raising questions about whether or not one Starfleet Time Agent is actually Star Trek 's first immortal.

Dr. Kovich is already a recognizable face, played by acclaimed director and actor David Cronenberg. When asked what brought him to Discovery , he told Star Trek Explorer magazine, "I like to say…I'm cheap and I'm available and I live in Toronto" where the series films. Producer Alex Kurtzman reached out to casting directors who also worked with him, asking if he'd like a role. Since Season 3, Cronenberg has appeared in 10 episodes, and he may possibly show up in the new series Star Trek: Starfleet Academy . Yet, in his final Discovery scene, Kovich reveals his real name is Agent Daniels, a key player in Star Trek 's past.

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Dr. Kovich first appeared in Star Trek: Discovery in Season 3, overseeing the interrogation of Philippa Georgiou, the former Terran Emperor . After she caused his holographic interrogators to glitch, he revealed he was fascinated by Star Trek 's Mirror Universe. He said that Terrans were revealed to have a genetic predisposition for violence and cruelty, but Georgiou seemed to believe he was lying. Later, he helped Dr. Hugh Culber figure out Georgiou was dying because of her presence in the Prime Timeline's future. He also casually revealed that the Kelvin Timeline was "canon" and known to the Prime Universe's Federation.

In Season 4, Dr. Kovich also showed up to talk Lieutenant Sylvia Tilly into joining Starfleet Academy . The institution was shut down when the Burn made warp travel almost impossible in the 32nd Century. After the USS Discovery crew solved that mystery and found a planet ostensibly made of dilithium, it was reopened. He was consulting with the Academy, but he also is a trained physician, specializing in "cognitive sciences." According to his TriCom Badge, he holds the rank of Commodore in Starfleet, though his actual job isn't so clear.

In the Season 5 Premiere, he issued the Red Directive that sent the USS Discovery on their hunt for the Progenitors' technology. He traveled with them on the ship in the first episode. When Michael Burnham failed to retrieve Dr. Vellek's journal, containing the location of the first clue, she convinced him to send the ship on their quest. It doesn't seem like Section 31 still exists in the 32nd Century. However, Dr. Kovich is privy to classified secrets, and he seems to be doing the job Stafleet's clandestine agency once did.

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After Michael Burnham made the choice to destroy the Progenitors' technology, she went back to Kovich's office to talk to him. She used the object he gave her when issuing the Red Directive, a transparent infinity symbol with a small sphere traveling through it. Burnham tried to give it back to him, but he told her to keep it. "I've lived many years, captain," he said, adding, "And many lives. I've met few who've impressed me and aggravated me as much as you." It's also revealed that he plans to give Moll the choice to work for him as one of his agents rather than spending her time in Starfleet prison .

Kovich mentioned the Temporal War from Enterprise when the USS Discovery arrived in the 32nd Century, accusing them of possibly being involved in that fight. While that seemed like a fun Easter egg at first, it turns out to be more personal for him. Burnham recognizes that "Kovich" is a code name, asking him what he's really called. He introduces himself as Agent Daniels, which fans of Star Trek: Enterprise will recognize as the name of the Time Agent who was stationed on the NX-01 Enterprise for a time .

He also identifies his ship as the USS Enterprise, which could suggest Cronenberg's Daniels, or a younger, recast version, might appear on Star Trek: Strange New Worlds at some point. However, the Star Trek Easter eggs in his office suggest he's been active throughout the canon. There is a shot of a baseball on a stand just like Captain Benjamin Sisko kept on his desk on Deep Space 9. There is a bottle of wine from Jean-Luc Picard's family vineyard on display. He also seems to have come into possession of the visor Geordi La Forge wore in Star Trek: The Next Generation and the first film.

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Introduced during the first season of Enterprise , Crewman Daniels (Matt Winston) was revealed to be a Time Agent stationed on the NX-01 . The Temporal Cold War was underway during that series, and agents of the opposing side tried to stop the historic voyage of Starfleet's first Warp 5 vessel. He was embedded in the past to capture the Sulaban cabal leader Silik. Captain Archer and Daniels worked together to stop his plan, but Silik seemingly killed Daniels with a phaser. While this appeared to be the end of Agent Daniels, death in Star Trek is sometimes merely a flesh wound.

The rules of time travel in Star Trek aren't hard and fast, but how Agent Daniels survived remains unclear. He appeared in eight total episodes, including in Season 4 when Archer's actions seemingly helped end the Temporal War. In the two-part Enterprise Season 2 episode "Shockwave," Agent Daniels tries to rescue Archer from certain death by bringing him to the future. This causes other problems, but it also revealed that the young Agent Daniels was based in the 31st Century. Thus, it's not inconceivable that Agent Daniels would've lived into the late 32nd Century where Seasons 3, 4 and 5 of Star Trek: Discovery take place.

Despite dying more than once, Agent Daniels is not Star Trek 's first immortal . However, because of his status as a Time Agent, he's able to travel to the 22nd Century when Enterprise takes place, as well as the 23rd Century of Strange New Worlds or the 24th Century of the second-wave Star Trek series. In the 2021 Star Trek Explorer interview, Cronenberg revealed that Kovich is a kind of "cultural historian," which may mean his status as Time Agent Daniels was known (at least to producers) from his introduction.

What Does It Mean for Star Trek That Doctor Kovich Is Agent Daniels?

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When the United Paramount Network failed , Enterprise was the first casualty canceled in Season 4. It's a series that, at the time, didn't get the respect it deserved. Since then, however, projects like Strange New Worlds , Star Trek Beyond and, now, Discovery have all made direct references to the show. By revealing that Dr. Kovich is really Agent Daniels, it marks the first time that a character from Enterprise has reappeared in the Star Trek canon, albeit with a different actor. It also means that since the end of the Temporal War, Daniels has kept watch over Starfleet in his present (and likely the past) ever since.

The inclusion of items from past Star Trek series, like Sisko's ball or Geordi's visor, suggests that Agent Daniels has traveled into other times and settings familiar to fans . Temporal Agents came to visit Benjamin Sisko after he traveled to 2024 and took Gabriel Bell's place in history in the two-part Deep Space Nine episode, "Past Tense." Temporal Agents also interacted with Captain Janeway and Seven of Nine on Star Trek: Voyager . The inclusion of the elder Agent Daniels is just another way that Discovery weaves connections to the universe's past into its narrative.

Still, as Cronenberg said, he's cheap, available and on-site in Toronto. This means that Dr. Kovich, or Agent Daniels, could appear in a future series. Starfleet Academy will be set during the same timeframe as Discovery . However, Strange New Worlds is no stranger to time travel, either. Daniels could show up as a crewmember on the USS Enterprise and play a key role in averting some canon-destroying event. Still, even if he doesn't, Discovery 's nod to Enterprise 's Agent Daniels is a fun way to connect the two eras of Star Trek storytelling.

The complete Enterprise and Star Trek: Discovery series are streaming on Paramount+ .

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For a lot of people, buying car insurance is like buying sliced bread. It’s not the most exciting purchase, and the options all seem similar. So thrifty shoppers might simply reach for the cheapest thing on the shelf. But like cheap bread, cheap car insurance may leave you wishing you spent a little more on quality.

“The cheapest is not always the best,” warns Jessica McNally, an agency owner with Goosehead Insurance in Dallas. That’s because there are lots of factors that make up a car insurance company. And while price is one of them, it’s best to look at the bigger picture.

Here’s what to look for when picking the best car insurance company.

1. Choose a financially stable company

The best car insurance companies have plenty of money on hand to pay for customers’ claims. It’s important to check an insurer’s financial stability before buying a policy, especially if it’s a smaller insurer you’ve never heard of.

There are several independent agencies that evaluate the financial strength of insurance companies. One example is A.M. Best. You can use its online search tool to find an insurer’s financial strength rating. Companies with a rating of A or higher are considered to have an excellent ability to pay out customer claims.

2. Check customer satisfaction ratings and reviews

Not every insurer is customer-first. That’s why it’s important to research the customer satisfaction of insurers you’re considering.

You can turn to surveys from companies like J.D. Power to find insurers with the best customer satisfaction scores [0] J.D. Power . Auto Insurance Customer Satisfaction Plummets as Rates Continue to Surge, J.D. Power Finds . Accessed May 21, 2024. View all sources . Or, if you don’t mind doing a little detective work, you can compare customer complaints against insurers by using the National Association of Insurance Commissioners’ website . But take other people’s emotionally charged comments about companies or agents you might read online with a grain of salt, McNally advises.

3. Look for convenience

A great auto insurer should offer multiple ways to manage a policy. For example, some insurers allow customers to use a mobile app to file and track claims. But it’s hard to tell how simple it’ll be to file a claim or perform other essential tasks, like paying your premium, before becoming a customer.

Some telltale signs that an insurer will be easy to work with are high mobile app ratings, flexible customer service hours and an easy-to-use website with helpful content. Consider asking a company representative to walk you through the claims process to learn what you’ll need to do if you have to file a claim. And pay attention to how the company communicates with you. "If they don't properly communicate, well, that's a warning sign," says Michael DeLong, a research and advocacy associate for the nonprofit Consumer Federation of America.

4. Pick an affordable company

Car insurance premiums are stretching to record-breaking heights [0] U.S. BUREAU OF LABOR STATISTICS . Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) . Accessed May 21, 2024. View all sources , and almost half of U.S. consumers shopped for a new car insurance policy in the past year, according to an April 2024 report by J.D. Power [0] J.D. Power . Half of Auto Insurance Customers Currently Shopping for New Policies, J.D. Power Finds . Accessed May 21, 2024. View all sources . The best car insurance companies offer competitive rates and a variety of potential discounts.

It’s not hard to get car insurance quotes online from many companies. Make sure you compare the same coverage options throughout the quote-gathering process. And don’t forget to look for car insurance discounts, like breaks for being a good driver, paying your premium in full or driving a new car.

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Assess your needs. Before buying car insurance, take a moment to reflect on what’s important to you and your family. For example, maybe you prioritize affordability and a well-polished mobile app, but don’t need accident forgiveness .  

Consider small insurers. There are lots of small insurance companies you’ve probably never heard of. These regional insurers may provide lower rates and better customer service than the big companies you see advertised on TV.

Work with an independent agent. While it may be easy to get quotes yourself, independent car insurance agents and brokers can streamline the process. These experts vet companies and compile quotes from small and large insurers on your behalf. Independent agents and brokers can especially come in handy if you have a less-than-perfect driving record and can’t find insurance on your own.

Do your research. Search online for recent mentions of a company in the news before buying a policy, recommends DeLong. If you find a company has lots of recent lawsuits against it, you may want to think twice about signing on the dotted line. “And if they've had to pay out settlements, that's an even bigger red flag,” DeLong says.

Shop around once a year. Make a practice of shopping for car insurance every year — especially if price is important to you. Insurers adjust car insurance rates regularly, so what might have been the most affordable option last year may no longer be a bargain.

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(InvestigateTV) — Around 91% of people planning a summer vacation are looking for ways to save on their travel , according to a new survey by  NerdWallet .

Cherry Dale with the Virginia Credit Union said there are many ways to save on trips.

“Where are you going? How are you traveling? How are you going to get there? Might it be cheaper to drive versus flying even though flying would be faster,” Dale said. “So, you’re weighing the opportunity cost of all of those decisions. Ultimately, keeping that budget in mind.”

She suggested using third-party search services like  Priceline or  Expedia  to map out potential costs and find the best deals.

Dale also advised travelers to create a realistic travel budget and to start setting money aside right away from each paycheck.

“There are costs that add up every single day that sometimes we do not budget for, and to keep in mind per person as well,” Dale noted. “So, how many people are you taking? How many are you feeding? And what are the needs of each vacationer? Because it is going to be different. Some people might want to do costly excursions, whereas other people on the vacation just want to stay at the hotel and relax.”

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