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A Du Pont Christmas

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• The Hotel Du Pont High Tea Luncheon
• The Du Pont Mansions Lavishly Decorated for Christmas
• A Longwood Christmas
• Yuletide at Winterthur
• Holiday Seasons at Nemours
• Visit the Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library. Delight in the museum’s magnificent collection of American decorative arts as you tour the house and exhibition galleries. Enjoy the glorious 60-acre garden and surrounding woodlands and meadows, and play in Enchanted Woods, the award-winning children’s garden. Dine in Winterthur's cafés and shop the many options in the Museum Stores.
• Take the Garden Tram to the Mansion.
• Tour Winterthur Mansion and Garden. Explore treasure of Christmas past with sparkling holiday display depicting holiday traditions from the 1800s to the early 20th century.
• Enjoy lunch on own at Winterthur.
• Depart and check-in to your hotel for the evening.
• Enjoy dinner included at a local Tavern serving American comfort food in a Colonial dining room of an 1800s home located in the heart of historic Centreville, Delaware.
• Depart and return to hotel. (Meals: D)
• Enjoy breakfast included at the hotel this morning.
• Depart via motor coach and enjoy the Holidays at Nemours Estate. Beautiful throughout the year, Nemours Estate is breathtaking during the holiday season. The 77-room mansion, modeled after Marie Antoinette’s Le Petit Trianon, is dressed to the nines. Nemours is aglow with elaborate table settings, spectacular floral displays, and an array of beautiful Christmas trees, garlands, and wreaths. Many of the family’s original ornaments and decorations are evident including a German crèche complete with soft ceramic, unglazed, and hand-colored figures dating to the late 19th century.
• Christmas trees, garlands, sprays, paper filigree “quilling,” hand-painted ornaments, miniature churches, original holiday cards, a manger scene, and original toys from the Du Pont estate all add to the old-fashioned holiday atmosphere. Yuletide at Nemours Mansion will delight you with the grand traditions of the past and visions of holidays of old.
• Enjoy lunch included while visiting the Hagley Museum. Located on 235 acres along the banks of the Brandywine in Wilmington, Delaware, Hagley is the site of the gunpowder works founded by E.I. duPont in 1802. This example of early American industry includes restored mills, a workers' community, and the ancestral home and gardens of the du Pont family.
• Hagley's Library furthers the study of business and technology in America. The collections include individuals' papers and companies' records ranging from eighteenth-century merchants to modern telecommunications and illustrate the impact of the business system on society.
• Enjoy Hagley Blast! The surprising effect of a burning dish gunpowder demonstration.
• This evening, enjoy a Christmas dinner included at a charming, upscale spot for traditional American cuisine such as steaks, crab cakes, & scallops.
• Depart via motor coach and enjoy A Longwood Christmas! From towering trees that touch the sky to acres of twinkling light, A Longwood Christmas makes your holiday oh so merry and bright. Inside, stroll among beautifully adorned trees and plant palettes of delicate winter whites to rich reds and the greenest of evergreens as you wrap yourself in nostalgic Christmas morning.
• Depart via motor coach and arrive at the hotel. (Meals: B, L, D)
• Prior to checking out, enjoy breakfast included at the hotel this morning.
• Arrive at Brandywine River Museum of Art. See the Brandywine Railroad O-gauge model train display with trains running on nearly 2,000 feet of track and more than 1,000 pieces, including locomotives, passenger and freight trains, and trolleys passing through small towns, a farm, factories, and even a carnival.  View the thousands of handcrafted and whimsical Critter Ornaments decorating the towering trees in the Museum’s three-story atrium and available for sale in the Museum Shop.
• Enjoy a farewell High Tea Luncheon at Hotel Du Pont before departing home. (Meals: B, L)

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Three Grand Estates to Visit in the Delaware Valley: Longwood Gardens, Nemours Estate, Winterthur

Three early 20th-century estates – Longwood Gardens, Nemours Estate, and Winterthur – are living legacies of the du Pont dynasty that are a delight to explore. The three estates include homes, furnishings, and richly landscaped gardens. All three estates are conveniently located within 10 miles of each other in northern Delaware and southeastern Pennsylvania. These properties, each uniquely different, help tell the stories of uber-wealthy folks who acquired and managed large homes and vast acreage. My husband and I enjoyed our visits to these three amazing properties over two days.

Many in the prominent du Pont family were committed to historic preservation, had strong interests in horticulture and agriculture, and carried a penchant for philanthropy. This commitment to preservation and in shaping nature for pleasing aesthetic results is evident in these three properties that du Pont families enjoyed during their lifetimes and, later, opened to the public. Each property requires several hours to fully enjoy, so plan to spend at least two days if you plan to explore all three.

Two Day Itinerary Exploring du Pont Estates

My husband and I explored the three properties over two days. We visited Nemours Estate and Winterthur. located just outside Wilmington, Delaware on the first day. That evening, we spent the night at a hotel in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, and visited nearby Longwood Gardens the next day. Of course, you can visit them in any order you want to — or just pick which one most interests you!

Day 1  

• Visit Nemours Estate, tour the mansion, and explore the gardens and grounds via tram or on foot. (Nemours is closed on Mondays.)
• Visit Winterthur in northern Delaware, a 15-minute drive from Nemours Estate. Eat lunch at Winterthur’s café in the visitor center or bring your own picnic. Tour the mansion and adjacent museum, and explore the grounds via tram or on foot. (Winterthur is closed on Mondays.)
• Enjoy dinner at Krazy Kat’s near Nemours Estate. Another option is Portabello’s in nearby Kennett Square (close to Longwood Gardens that is scheduled for Day 2).
• Check in at a hotel or inn in Kennett Square, PA (10 miles away).
• Visit Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square, PA. (Longwood Gardens is closed on Tuesdays.)
• Eat lunch at Longwood Gardens (three dining options).
• Conclude your visit with a stop at a nearby museum or winery.

Who Were the du Ponts?

Éleuthère Irénée du Pont (E.I. du Pont) emigrated from France in 1800 with his family. Once in the United States, he began to manufacture gunpowder along the Brandywine River in Delaware. In subsequent years, the du Pont family expanded into other areas including chemical manufacturing. Over time, successive generations entered politics (several served as U.S. senators, and one as governor of Delaware); continued in the family businesses; served in other companies; and/or pursued philanthropic endeavors.

The three du Pont estates profiled in this article were created and/or developed by three great-grandsons of E.I. du Pont and are listed (in this article) in the order mentioned in my suggested, two-day itinerary. Nemours Estate and Winterthur are located outside Wilmington, Delaware; Longwood Gardens is north of Winterthur in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania.

• Nemours Estate , created by Alfred Irénée du Pont; 
• Winterthur , developed by Henry Francis du Pont; and
• Longwood Gardens , developed by Pierre Samuel du Pont.

1. Nemours Estate

1600 Rockland Avenue, Wilmington, DE | (302) 651-6912

Alfred du Pont (1864-1935) built this home in 1909 and named it Nemours after the family’s ancestral home in France. In fact, Alfred created this estate as a wedding gift for his second wife, Alicia Bradford, incorporating French architectural styles she so admired. As it turned out, Alicia died in 1920, and Alfred then married Jessie Bell, and they lived here until their deaths.

Alfred was a financier, industrialist, and philanthropist. He worked in the family’s gunpowder business until he was forced out of his role by a family relationship that soured. Following that, Alfred remade a fortune by investing and building in Florida, a new frontier (at the time) for investment to attract vacationers and other folks. According to Alfred’s will, the house and grounds were to be opened to the public following the deaths of him and his wife. (Alfred died in 1935, and Jessie died in 1970.) In addition, Alfred’s last wishes included the building of a children’s hospital, Nemours Children’s Hospital, that sits on land that made up the original estate.

What to See at Nemours Estate

Resembling a French chateau, the Nemours Estate includes a 47,000 square-foot home – with 77 rooms –  and is quite grand, incorporating many European design elements as well as furnishings. Alfred’s design included some new features for the time period including indoor bathrooms. Also, this mansion had a home office, a water bottling room, an exercise room, an indoor bowling alley, and a billiards room downstairs. The chauffeur’s garage was the first garage built in the state. It houses five vehicles: a 1933 Buick Coupe, a 1921 Cadillac Renault, a 1924 Cadillac, and two Rolls-Royces (1951, 1960).

The home and the 200-acre grounds are gated. Alfred acquired one entry gate from Wimbledon, England, and the other from Catherine the Great’s estate. The Versailles-inspired gardens cover about 15 acres and there are a couple of hundred acres of woodland and meadows. Granite was quarried from a Blue Granite rock area on the grounds and used in the house’s construction. From the mansion, stroll along the Long Walk to the reflecting pool and fountains (with over 150 jets). Also here are sculptures of the four seasons, the Temple of Love, and the gold leaf statue entitled Achievement . 

Visiting Nemours

• Nemours Estate is open Tuesday-Sunday 10:00 am to 5:00 pm; it’s closed on Monday.
• Tickets are $20 for adults (discounts for seniors and military); $10 for kids aged 6-16: and free for younger children.
• A shuttle (golf cart) can ferry you from the entrance to the mansion. You can also request a ride from the mansion to the chauffeur’s garage. 
• Mansion tours are mostly self-guided with historical interpreters in the main rooms available to answer questions.
• Take the free, narrated tour of the property so you can see the scope of the land and manicured gardens.
• No food or drinks are available for purchase, so plan on bringing your own.
• If planning to picnic, bring a blanket; there are no picnic tables.

Tips for Your Visit

• When driving to the estate, you’ll be on the grounds of the Nemours Children’s Hospital.
• You can easily spend 2-4 hours in the mansion and the grounds which encompass elaborate gardens (inspired by Versailles), the chauffeur’s garage that houses five period vehicles, and a Sears Roebuck mail-order cottage that was built in 1915 as a playhouse for the children.
• The best view of the formal gardens from inside is actually from one of the guest bedrooms, the Gold Room.

2. Winterthur

5105 Kennett Pike, Winterthur, DE | 800-448-3883  

Several generations of the DuPont family had a history on the estate. In the early 1800s, E.I. du Pont purchased the property for farming. His daughter later inherited it and built a house in 1839, naming it after her husband’s ancestral home in Switzerland. The estate changed hands several times within the family over the generations.

What visitors see today at Winterthur was mainly the result of Henry Francis (H.F.) du Pont’s (1880–1969) work on the property. Born at Winterthur, H.F. managed the family’s property for his father and inherited it upon his father’s death. His additions to the estate were the results of his studies of horticulture and agriculture at Harvard University as well as his European travels. His passions were gardening, collecting American furnishings and decorative arts, and breeding cattle on the property. 

Jackie Kennedy’s Visit to Winterthur

With his vast collection of early American decorative arts and furniture, H.F.  turned the family home into a museum in 1951; he and his wife then lived in a 50-room cottage he had built near the house. (The museum shop is located on the first floor of that cottage.) In the early 1960s, H.F. helped guide First Lady Jackie Kennedy in her extensive White House remodeling project. She visited Winterthur in 1961 to view the vast collection here and to discuss ideas that would work in the President’s house. H.F. made numerous visits to the White House during this time to confer with Mrs. Kennedy and her staff.

What to See at Winterthur

Today Winterthur is home to 90,000 decorative arts and furniture pieces in the home and galleries as well as 60 acres of gardens on the almost 1,000 acres of property. For the most part, the grounds are designed to look completely natural. There are no brightly colored annuals here. Instead, there are fields, water features, and carefully landscaped woodland. The prime time to see color on the grounds is from March through May when the azaleas, rhododendrons, dogwood, and wildflowers are in bloom. One space designed just for kids is Enchanted Woods with its Faerie Cottage, nooks to explore, and unique water features.

Visiting Winterthur

• Winterthur is open Tuesday-Sunday 10:00 am to 5:00 pm; it’s closed on Monday. There are special days and hours during their yuletide season that showcases special displays.
• Purchase mansion tour tickets online prior to your visit to ensure you have guaranteed admission upon arriving.
• Admission is $22 for adults; $20 for students (aged 12 and older) and seniors (aged 62 and older); $8 for kids aged 2-11; and kids under 2 years old are free.
• Plan to arrive about 30 minutes before your scheduled mansion tour to check in and get oriented to all there is to see.
• You’ll enter through the visitor center and take a shuttle (or walk) to the Conservatory where the mansion tour begins.
• Free, narrated tram tours of the grounds are available.
• Winterthur’s website has suggested itineraries for your visit, depending on how much time you have to spend.
• Expect to spend 3-4 hours touring the mansion, museum, and gardens.
• Take the narrated garden tour on an open-air tram to learn more about H.F.’s vision for the property, his commitment to agricultural pursuits, and simply enjoy the expansive grounds.
• Plan to walk the property a bit — maybe to the reflecting pool outside the museum and to the Enchanted Garden a little further down the paved path. Winterthur has several walking trails ranging from about 0.5 to 2.0 miles each.
• The Visitor Center Café has a selection of grab-and-go fare (sandwiches, paninis, salads, and baked treats) and beverages (bottled water, soda, beer, and wine).
• If you prefer to bring your own food, there are several places to enjoy a picnic including the Enchanted Garden, Icewell Terrace, or outside the museum.
• The museum store is located near the mansion and museum (not in the visitor center), so stop in there after visiting the mansion and/or museum and before returning to the visitor center.
• Check online for a list of special events and tours.
• The extensive garden landscapes beckon visitors before or after visiting the mansion.

3. Longwood Gardens

1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square, PA | 610-388-1000

Pierre S. du Pont purchased the property in 1906 that he would eventually name Longwood. Previously, the Peirce family owned the land and had constructed a house in 1730. That house still stands today, and visitors are welcome to tour it. Over the years, the Peirce family planted a large number of trees. By the turn of the twentieth century, however, the land had changed ownership several times, and the property had not been well maintained.

After learning that the trees would be cut down on the property, Pierre S. du Pont purchased the farm. In addition to serving as the president of E.I. Du Pont de Nemours & Co. and General Motors, Pierre was a director and advisor to several other organizations. Pierre was so enamored with gardening and fountains that he incorporated many of his ideas, with inspiration from his European travels, in the displays that visitors see today. He set about improving the property, adding several features including the Conservatory, the Italian Water Garden, and the topiary garden. In addition, he expanded the house that he used as a weekend residence and a place to entertain friends. Longwood Gardens opened to the public in the 1940s. After Pierre’s death in 1954, the trustees of his foundation followed up on his wishes to lead Longwood Gardens into the future.

What to See at Longwood Gardens

Longwood Gardens offers over 1,000 acres that encompass six districts: 

• Chimes Tower District (includes a bell tower and waterfall),
• Conservatory District (includes acres of gardens protected from the elements)),
• House and Theater District (includes the Peirce home and park), 
• Lakes District (has open space with paths),
• Main Fountain Garden District (classic formal gardens with fountains), and
• Meadow and Forest District (meadows and woodlands that are habitats for plants and wildlife).

Visiting Longwood Gardens

• Longwood Gardens is open Wednesday-Monday beginning at 10:00 am; closing hours vary by day. It’s closed on Tuesday.
• Purchase tickets online prior to your visit to ensure you have guaranteed admission upon arrival.
• Admission is $25 for adults;  $22 for seniors (aged 62 and older) and college students; $13 for kids aged 5-18; and kids 4 and younger are free.
• Longwood Gardens has special events such as Carillon concerts, fountain shows, and behind-the-scenes tours. Check their website for details and to purchase tickets.
• Longwood Gardens comes alive at Christmas with special displays and events beginning in mid-November through early January. Book your reservations online well ahead of time, if interested in visiting during this time.
• There’s an extensive gift shop in the visitor center.
• Longwood Gardens has several dining options. Choose 1906 (reservations suggested) for fine dining, The Café for casual fare, or the Beer Garden.
• If you’re wondering what plants are in bloom when you visit, check the Longwood Gardens website.
• Check the daily schedule upon arrival to learn the times of the various fountain shows. They may be a highlight of your visit.

Where to Stay and Eat 

There are some lovely properties near Winterthur and Nemours Estate, but my husband and I chose to settle for the night at a property in Kennett Square since that would be our destination the next day. Do an online search (like TripAdvisor) to find the location and property that fits your interests.

Dining Choices

For lunch, both Longwood Gardens and Winterthur have good options. At Longwood Gardens, head to The Terrace. Here you’ll find three dining options: 1906, a fine dining restaurant; grab-and-go options in The Café with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating; and a beer garden – sometimes featuring live music. Winterthur has a nice café with a wide variety of sandwiches, salads, soups, and beverages.

For dinner, Krazy Kat’s is a good choice and is located near Nemours and Winterthur. Longwood Gardens’ three restaurants are open late on the evenings with later closing times (usually Thursday-Sunday). If overnighting near Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square, Portabello’s is another great dinner option.

By the way, the Kennett Square region is considered the mushroom capital of the country, accounting for around two-thirds of the mushroom production. Therefore, if you’re a mushroom lover, you’re bound to find a lot of dishes prepared with mushrooms while in the area’s restaurants.

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Final Thoughts

The two days that my husband and I spent exploring Longwood Gardens, Nemours Estate, and Winterthur were so relaxing and enjoyable. It was fun to walk through the creations of the three du Pont visionaries who had the forethought and ambition to create such superlative lasting legacies that subsequent generations of the public have enjoyed.

Although all three properties are special in their history and design, the Nemours Estate was like a hidden gem because it’s probably the least well-known of the three. What made that visit especially enjoyable for me was that visitors are able to tour the public rooms used for entertaining and family life on the first floor, the bedrooms upstairs, and the basement where they entertained in the bowling alley and billiards room. Beyond that, today’s visitors can walk into Alfred’s office, his exercise area and showers, and the mechanical room. You can really see all the spaces and get a good picture of everyday life for the du Pont family and their staff. Outside, of course, are the grand gardens and the chauffeur’s garage.

Incidentally, other du Pont family members have played key roles in restoring other historical properties. Montpelier, the home of James Madison (fourth American president) and his wife, Dolley outside Charlottesville, Virginia is one such place. If heading to that central Virginia area, read my detailed visitor guide of Charlottesville to help you plan your trip.

Feel free to share your thoughts and experiences from a visit to the Delaware Valley region. Your comments could help other travelers. 🙂

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DuPont Home & Gardens

High on a bank of the Brandywine River overlooking the original powder mills, E. I. du Pont, founder of the DuPont Company, built his home. For almost a century the Georgian-style home and surrounding complex of buildings and gardens served as the center of family and business life. Five generations of du Pont family members lived in the house since its completion in 1803, each leaving their mark. Today you will see it much as it was when the last family member lived there, filled with furnishings and collections of American folk art, alongside treasured family pieces and items brought with the family from France when they left in 1799.

The residence complex is a large, walkable area that includes the barn, the du Pont family home, the “First Office” of the Company, the E. I. du Pont Garden , and the Crowninshield Garden . 

The First Office of the DuPont Company was constructed in 1837 and remained the nerve center for the company for more than fifty years. An early typewriter, ledgers, and telegraph key reflect the business activities that were once housed in this building.

Be sure not to miss:

• The Conestoga Wagon in the barn used to transport black powder from the yards to the port of Wilmington for shipment
• Du Ponts Down the Road, an exhibition in the back of the barn featuring antique vehicles
• A stroll through the E. I. du Pont Gardens where the company founder enjoyed and experimented with his true passion—botany

Nemours Mansion opens for Christmas tours

A lot of stores had already started rolling out the Christmas decorations while the Halloween candy was still on the shelves.

While it’s not quite that early, the first big holiday attraction is opening its doors this Saturday.

Nemours Mansion will unveil its Christmas finery with regular tours beginning Saturday at the mansion (850 Alapocas Drive, Wilmington.) Guests may wander through the former duPont estate while it’s decked for the holidays, including Christmas trees, hand-painted ornaments and antique decorations. They’ll also hear about how Jesse and Alfred duPont celebrated, and glimpse historical artifacts, some of which have never before been displayed.

Tours run at 9:30 a.m., noon and 3 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, and at noon and 3:30 p.m. Sunday. Evening tours will be held on Dec. 2 and 16, with music and refreshments.

Tours are $15.

For more information and reservations call 302-651-6913 or visit www.nemoursmansion.org .

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Kim Magaraci graduated Rutgers University with a degree in Geography and has spent the last seven years as a freelance travel writer. Contact: [email protected]

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I’m not sure about you, but in my family, decorating for the holidays is an event that’s mostly fun, slightly challenging, and definitely a bonding experience for anyone brave enough to take on the task. Of course, we only have a few rooms and one tree to decorate, and we get to enjoy the fruit of our labor by the time the evening is through. At the Winterthur estate, however, decorating for the holidays takes dozens of people and a couple of weeks… because they have 175 rooms to decorate! All of the effort taken by those who work at Winterthur pays off, though, because this du Pont mansion’s Christmas display is absolutely breathtaking, year after year.

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We invite you to begin each morning of your stay with a variety of full gourmet breakfast options and an afternoon snack. For breakfast, we will tempt you with a variety of sweet and savory offerings, gourmet coffee and teas, orange or cranberry juice, homemade granola and fresh fruit.

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What our guests say:

“Between Chris the Innkeeper, and Warren’s, the owners, they have taken such wonderful care of this property. They have worked so hard to maintain the integrity of this home as a part of the B&B’s in this beautiful part of historic Louisville. We “home base” ourselves here when we attend live racing at each meet at Churchill Downs.”

TRIP ADVISOR REVIEW

“We enjoyed our stay and felt quite at home. Delicious breakfasts in the morning, fresh baked treats and wine in the evening, and water and coffee always available. Classical music in the background. Christopher is a delightful and thoughtful innkeeper. All the rooms are lovely, including the Morgan room where we stayed.

I highly recommend the Dupont.

“This is what my husband had to say…

My wife, Karen, and I lodged at the DuPont Mansion recently in Louisville Kentucky. During our stay, we met the caretaker, Christopher Porter. He embellished our stay with his apt attention to our requests and interests. He made delicious and healthy breakfasts. His memory is phenomenal. We would recommend this B & B for any visit to the city.

And I just wanted to add, The Inn Keeper, Christopher, was Amazing in making our stay feel like a home away from home, and part of the family. He’s the best ever! The place is very clean, and beautiful. I would come back to visit, just for the stay at the B&B alone.”

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Victorian Christmas at the McConnell Mansion in Moscow

December 3, 2019 danielle

The Latah County Historical Society will hold their Victorian Christmas at the McConnell Mansion on Saturday from 1-4pm. Enjoy hot wassail, delicious treats, children’s crafts, and carolers. This even is free and open to the public.

Put-in tours

Original tour agency in moscow and st petersburg..

Onboard a Soviet van!

Welcome to Russia!

We are Sergey and Simon, a Russian and a Frenchman, both  passionate about Moscow, Saint-Petersburg and classic cars. Together, we have created Put-in tours. Our goal is to help you experience Russian culture off the beaten path. Join us onboard our classic Soviet van and let’s get rolling!

In Moscow we offer you a city tour to discover most of the city in an original way as well as a night tour to admire the lights. Our pubcrawl is ideal to explore Moscow’s night-life and have fun. If you are craving to discover Russian culture, come impress your senses during our monastery diner or join our 100% Russian Banya Excursion . The latest will also bring you to Sergiyev Posad and it’s famous monastery!

For the most extreme travellers, our shooting tour will deliver your daily dose of adrenaline whereas our tank excursion will let you ride a real tank and shoot a bazooka.

We also offer help to receive your visa , safe and multilingual airport transfers , as well as organisation services for team-building events or bachelor parties .

All our excursions (but the monastery diner) happen onboard our Soviet military vans and can be covered by our  professionnal photographer or videographer.

In Saint Petersburg

We welcome you in Saint Petersburg onboard our Soviet van to discover the imperial city with our city tour and night tour .

Continue your discovery in style! The adrenaline lovers will like our shooting tour  which brings 3 Russian weapons to the tip of your trigger finger.

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At Put-in tours, we put you in our classic Soviet vans to go explore Moscow, Saint Petersburg and Russian culture off the beaten path. Discover our Moscow city guided tour, visit Moscow by night, join our banya & Sergiyev Posad excursion, visit and dine in one of Moscow's oldest monastery or even Luzhniki stadium, before you party on our famous pubcrawl! Original and atypical tours : Shoot AK47 and a bazooka after riding on a tank with our tank & bazooka excursion ! Extreme tours: Fly a fighter jet in Moscow onboard a L-29 or L-39 aircraft!

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