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VANTAGE DELUXE WORLD TRAVEL
Trip Planning
Imperial Russian Waterways & St. Petersburg
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Travel Documentation [top]
 

A passport is required for this trip. Your passport must be valid for at least six months after the scheduled return date of your vacation. Bring with you a photocopy of the pages of your passport that contain your personal information and extra passport photographs. These are useful in the event of loss.

 
Passport and Visa [top]
 
The following information applies to U.S. citizens only. Those travelling on other than a U.S. passport must contact the embassies or consulates of the countries to be visited for further information and special requirements.

CountryPassportVisa
RussiaYN
A visa to Russia is required prior to your arrival and is not included in your Vantage tour price. Information will be sent 100 days prior to your departure. Please refer to Generations Visa at www.genvisa.com for up-to-date requirements and application fees.

NOTE: Non-U.S. citizens or passport holders: It is your responsibility to contact your local Embassy or Consulate for requirements, which will vary from above.
 
Travel Times [top]
 
Routing Via Travel Time
Moscow to St. Petersburg (rms09)
New York City, New York * / Moscow, Russia Air 10 hours, 10 min.
St. Petersburg, Russia / New York City, New York * Air 10 hours, 40 min.
St. Petersburg to Moscow (rsm09)
New York City, New York * / St. Petersburg, Russia Air 9 hours 50 min.
Moscow, Russia / New York City, New York * Air 11 hours, 15 min.
 

Please Note: Travel times are approximate and may vary. Due to schedule and routing changes made by airlines, some of the routings shown above may include stops that are not listed.

* Travel time is based upon New York JFK gateway; multiple United States gateways offered. Nonstop service subject to availability.

 
Flight Information [top]
 

When planning your flights, Vantage considers each airline's reputation for quality, service, and routing options to the destination. Vantage selects flights that both serve our groups' needs and ensure the best balance of quality and cost. Our flight team members will do their utmost to select flights that will get you to your destination as quickly and easily as possible. Click here for more information on flights.

First and Business Class Airfare Upgrades
Many of our programs offer first and/or Business Class upgrades, for more information, please visit our Customer Service page - Flight Information page.

 
Time Differences [top]
 
CountryTime Difference
Russia+ 8 hours
Note: The above times are based on Eastern Standard Time.
 
Vaccination Notes [top]
 

At this time, vaccinations are not required for your tour; however, we advise that you check with your personal physician to verify your particular needs. For more information on health related issues while travelling overseas, contact the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) by visiting http://www.cdc.gov/travel or calling toll free 1 (800) 232-4636.