Reset filters Apply filters

Museum of the Cold War

Excursions in Moscow

Home Holiday Planner Tour Extensions & Day Trips Guided Excursions in Russia Moscow Museum of the Cold War

Museum of the Cold War - Top Secret Command Centre Guided Tour

We invite you to visit the former top secret command center of the Russian Armed Forces recently converted into museum of the Cold War period. It is the newest museum opened in Moscow.

After entering a regular building in a quite central street of the city and a ride on a rapid elevator 65 meters under the ground you will see a real top secret military facility of the USSR. During a guided tour you will pass through the secret tunnels, see samples of communication equipment and fire arms. You will also learn about the construction of the secured post, about its life and functioning during the Soviet period.

Send request All excursions

3 hours | $115 per person

Appropriate Tours

This excursion can be added to the itinerary of the following tours

Great Russian Discovery: Golden Ring (Russian Province), Moscow & St. Petersburg (CB-06)

Great Russian Discovery: Golden Ring (Russian Province), Moscow & St. Petersburg (CB-06) 10 days | 6 cities, from: $1,895 The Golden Ring towns, to the east and north of Moscow, are historic towns crammed so full of architectural masterpieces that they’re sometimes referred to as open air museums. Their tranquil and unhurried provincial lifestyle is in stark contrast to the hustle and bustle of Moscow and St Petersburg, making this ten day tour the perfect blend to acquaint you with the whole spectrum of Russian life. Throughout the tour we support local businesses and embrace local traditions and culture, giving you a rare insight into modern Russian life. On our tour you will also have lunch with a local family, who prepare your meal and offer time to chat.

Winter Romance and New Year Fun in the Russian Capitals (CB-10)

Winter Romance and New Year Fun in the Russian Capitals (CB-10) 8 days | 2 cities Celebrate New Year 2022 in Russia! This eight-day holiday is a very special city break offering you the chance to join the Russians for their unrivalled New Year celebrations. Combining elegant, romantic St Petersburg with modern, vibrant Moscow, you’ll enjoy the festive spirit in two of the country’s most enthralling cities. This unforgettable tour, taken against a charming backdrop of snowy winter cityscapes, includes a full sightseeing program and some specially selected seasonal activities such as a magical trip to the ballet and a troika ride.

Luxury Tour to Moscow & St Petersburg - Travel in the Style of the Tzars (CB-15)

Luxury Tour to Moscow & St Petersburg - Travel in the Style of the Tzars (CB-15) 8 days | 2 cities, from: $3,195 Guests who appreciate the finer things in life will be excited by this 8 day luxury tour combining the cosmopolitan Russian capital Moscow with elegant Petersburg, dubbed the Venice of the North. Travelling between the two by high speed train or the more leisurely Grand Express overnight service, this is the perfect opportunity to tour landmarks such as St Basil’s Cathedral, the Kremlin and the Hermitage in style. The tour includes 5* accommodation, train compartment with private facilities and extensive sightseeing program in both cities.

Best of Moscow & St. Petersburg Guided Tour (CB-17)

Best of Moscow & St. Petersburg Guided Tour (CB-17) 8 days | 2 cities, from: $1,445 This is our most popular tour and deservedly so. Combining Russia's two greatest cities, you'll experience the best this country can offer. Offering a full sightseeing program, this eight day tour encompasses Russia's cultural treasures, iconic architecture and the opportunity to visit a dacha and experience the local way of life. Mixing the aristocratic beauty of St Petersburg, the Venice of the North, with confident, modern capital city Moscow, this itinerary guarantees a memorable and varied visit.

Three Capitals: Kiev - Moscow - St. Petersburg (CB-18)

Three Capitals: Kiev - Moscow - St. Petersburg (CB-18) 10 days | 3 cities We have designed this amazing tour to introduce you to the past and present capitals of Russia and the Ukraine, the beautiful cities of Moscow, St. Petersburg and Kiev. It is in Kiev, an ancient city on the bank of the beautiful Dnepr River, that the Russian people were introduced to Christianity more than a thousand years ago. From Kiev you move to magnificent Moscow, the present capital of Russia, its business and cultural center. Your journey will end in the elegant “museum city” of St. Petersburg, the former capital of Russia, founded by the rebel tsar Peter the Great. This tour offers you the incredible experience of discovering the cultural and historic treasures of two countries in ten unforgettable days!

Mighty Russia: Moscow, Novgorod & St. Petersburg (CB-23)

Mighty Russia: Moscow, Novgorod & St. Petersburg (CB-23) 8 days | 3 cities, from: $1,445 For those wishing to explore beyond Russia’s two largest cities, this eight day tour is the answer. As well as vibrant, bustling Moscow and aristocratic, elegant St Petersburg, this itinerary includes a chance to visit historic Novgorod the Great. All three cities have influenced the economic, political and cultural development of modern Russia and together form an intriguing journey of discovery which offers the visitor an insight into this fascinating country’s history, religion and unique traditions.

Classical Trans-Mongolian: Moscow - Irkutsk - Baikal - Mongolia - Beijing (TS-01)

Classical Trans-Mongolian: Moscow - Irkutsk - Baikal - Mongolia - Beijing (TS-01) 17 days | 6 cities, from: $3,195 Following the classic trade route, this Trans-Mongolian journey offers the opportunity for exploring some of the greatest cultures in the world. Beginning in Moscow we travel across Siberia to Irkutsk and through Mongolia before reaching the Chinese capital.

Trans-Mongolian East-West: Beijing - Mongolia - Irkutsk - Baikal - Yekaterinburg - Moscow (TS-10)

Trans-Mongolian East-West: Beijing - Mongolia - Irkutsk - Baikal - Yekaterinburg - Moscow (TS-10) 17 days | 7 cities, from: $3,395 The journey of a lifetime, the Trans-Mongolian railway stretches across 3 countries, passing through Mongolia and China as well as Russia. This trip is considered one of the greatest adventures in the world. This is a unique opportunity to see how the landscape, nature and culture are all transformed as you leave Asia for Europe. After China, exiting and mysterious, where ancient and modern traditions have blended to make something exotic and colorful. You’ll find yourself in the endless steppe of Mongolia and the Siberian forests.

Best of Trans-Mongolian: Moscow - Yekaterinburg - Irkutsk - Baikal - Mongolia - Beijing (TS-11)

Best of Trans-Mongolian: Moscow - Yekaterinburg - Irkutsk - Baikal - Mongolia - Beijing (TS-11) 17 days | 7 cities, from: $3,395 On our “Best of Trans-Mongolian” tour, you will visit the important cities of the longest railway in the world from west to east. You will visit the three countries of Russia, Mongolia and China, observing the differences in culture and landscape between each. Our experienced English-speaking guides will look after you at each destination. This journey of a lifetime is a wonderful chance to experience for yourself the real connection between the continents and the great cultures of the world.

Independent Trans-Mongolian: Moscow - Yekaterinburg - Irkutsk - Baikal - Mongolia - Beijing (TS-12)

Independent Trans-Mongolian: Moscow - Yekaterinburg - Irkutsk - Baikal - Mongolia - Beijing (TS-12) 14 days | 6 cities, from: $2,195 Our independent Trans-Mongolian package enables the intrepid traveler to discover Russia, Mongolia and China at their own pace. We can arrange your accommodation, train tickets, airport and railway transfers. From that, you can build your own program, selecting from a range of optional excursions as you please. It offers great value without skimping on comfort, making it the perfect choice for those on a limited budget.

Epic Trans-Siberian: St. Petersburg - Moscow - Yekaterinburg - Irkutsk - Baikal - Vladivostok (TS-16)

Epic Trans-Siberian: St. Petersburg - Moscow - Yekaterinburg - Irkutsk - Baikal - Vladivostok (TS-16) 16 days | 6 cities, from: $2,695 Many tours claim to be epic, but spanning eight time zones and over 6000 miles, this one truly is! On this 16 day tour, we’ll travel from St Petersburg east to Vladivostok by way of Moscow, Yekaterinburg, Irkutsk and Lake Baikal. You will become acquainted with the history of this huge country and will also enjoy the vast Siberian landscapes and see the deepest lake in the world at Baikal. During 16 unforgettable days you will have a unique chance to see almost the whole of Russia from West to East.

Trans-Mongolian East-West: Beijing - Ulan Bator - Baikal - Yekaterinburg - Moscow - St. Petes (TS-17)

Trans-Mongolian East-West: Beijing - Ulan Bator - Baikal - Yekaterinburg - Moscow - St. Petes (TS-17) 20 days | 8 cities, from: $3,695 On this tour, we’ll begin our Trans-Mongolian journey in the fascinating Chinese capital, Beijing, traveling across the Mongolian steppe via exotic Ulan Bator and into Russia. As the train eats up the miles on its journey west, we’ll explore pretty Lake Baikal and charming Irkutsk before heading to historic Yekaterinburg. A comprehensive sightseeing program in both Moscow and St Petersburg rounds off this unforgettable tour.

Trans-Siberian East-West: Vladivostok - Baikal - Irkutsk - Yekaterinburg - Moscow (TS-21)

Trans-Siberian East-West: Vladivostok - Baikal - Irkutsk - Yekaterinburg - Moscow (TS-21) 15 days | 5 cities, from: $2,395 Unlike many Trans-Siberian tours, this runs from east to west. We begin our epic journey in Vladivostok, traveling via the world's deepest freshwater lake, Baikal, through vast Siberia. Our exploration of Russian history, geography and culture takes us via Yekaterinburg to the country's buzzing capital, Moscow, where our tour ends.

Highlights of Trans-Siberian: Moscow - Kazan - Yekaterinburg - Novosibirsk - Irkutsk (TS-27)

Highlights of Trans-Siberian: Moscow - Kazan - Yekaterinburg - Novosibirsk - Irkutsk (TS-27) 12 days | 6 cities, from: $2,295 This 12-day tour offers the chance to cross Russia by train, traveling from Moscow to Irkutsk. On the way, you’ll alight to visit some of the country’s most compelling sights, from St Basil’s Cathedral and the Kremlin in the capital to the wooden architecture and lake views of the Irkutsk area. If you’re looking for a tour that captures the very essence of Russia, then look no further.

Trans-Siberian East-West: Vladivostok - Mongolia - Baikal - Yekaterinburg - Moscow (TS-30)

Trans-Siberian East-West: Vladivostok - Mongolia - Baikal - Yekaterinburg - Moscow (TS-30) 21 days | 8 cities, from: $3,295 For those dreaming of the Trans-Siberian, this 21 day tour delivers something a little unusual – an epic east to west journey from Vladivostok to Moscow with a wonderful detour to Mongolia. This tour gives you the opportunity to explore Vladivostok’s maritime history, experience life with Mongolia’s nomads, relax beside beautiful Lake Baikal, learn about the Romanovs’ sad end at Yekaterinburg and, finally, alight in Moscow to visit the Kremlin and Red Square.

Explore Russia Visa Free by Ferry from Helsinki: St. Petersburg - Moscow - 5 days (VF-01)

Explore Russia Visa Free by Ferry from Helsinki: St. Petersburg - Moscow - 5 days (VF-01) 5 days | 3 cities If you’re short on time and don’t wish to apply for a Russian visa, then this is the tour for you, a 72-hour trip taking in the highlights of Russia’s two largest cities. Our professional guides and drivers will ensure that you see all the major sights of elegant St Petersburg and buzzing Moscow. You’ll visit the Peter and Paul Fortress, be awed by the huge art collection at the Hermitage Museum, get up close and personal with Lenin’s embalmed body in his mausoleum and of course have a tour of colorful St Basil’s Cathedral in Red Square.

For your comfort, we have organized a stay in a comfortable 3* hotel in the center of Moscow before the train ride to St. Petersburg.