Historic Journey Through Olga Nikolaevna Romanov's Life and Legacy

Day 1: Tsarskoye Selo & St. Petersburg

Tsarskoye Selo and St. Petersburg, Russia on July 1, 2025

9:00am

Visit Alexander Palace

Explore Olga Romanov's birthplace and childhood home, the Alexander Palace in Tsarskoye Selo, featuring imperial Russian architecture and history.
RUB700, 2h0m

11:30am

Breakfast at Coffeemania

Enjoy Russian-style pastries and coffee at Coffeemania in St. Petersburg, open from 8am to 8pm, great for a leisurely morning bite.
RUB400, 0h45m

1:00pm

Visit Hermitage Museum

Visit the Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg, home to imperial treasures that contextualize Olga's royal family life. Open from 10am to 6pm.
RUB700, 3h0m

4:30pm

Lunch at Palkin

Dine at the historic Palkin restaurant serving traditional Russian cuisine, experiencing the aristocratic atmosphere Olga would have known.
RUB1500, 1h30m

7:00pm

Walk Along Neva River

Enjoy an evening stroll along the Neva River, imagining the grandeur of imperial Russia during Olga's era.
Free, 1h0m

8:30pm

Dinner at Duo Gastrobar

Taste modern Russian dishes at Duo Gastrobar, open until 11pm, blending contemporary flavors with traditional influences.
RUB1200, 1h30m

Day 2: Moscow Historical

Moscow, Russia on July 2, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Café Pushkin

Experience a historic setting and classic Russian breakfast dishes at Café Pushkin, operating from 8am to midnight.
RUB1000, 1h0m

10:00am

Visit Kremlin and Armoury Chamber

Tour the Moscow Kremlin complex and Armoury Chamber, showcasing Russia's royal history and artifacts related to the Romanovs. Open 10am-5pm.
RUB1500, 3h0m

1:30pm

Lunch at Mari Vanna

Enjoy home-style Russian cuisine in a vintage setting reminiscent of early 20th-century aristocracy, open 12pm-11pm.
RUB1300, 1h30m

3:30pm

Visit State Historical Museum

Explore Russia's history exhibition, including the era of the Romanovs, located on Red Square. Open 10am-6pm.
RUB800, 2h0m

6:00pm

Walk Red Square and GUM Department Store

Stroll the iconic Red Square and visit historic GUM for shopping and sightseeing, open until 10pm.
Free, 1h30m

7:30pm

Dinner at White Rabbit

Enjoy fine dining with panoramic city views at the award-winning White Rabbit, open until 11pm.
RUB3500, 1h30m

Day 3: Yekaterinburg & History

Yekaterinburg, Russia on July 3, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Start early with a buffet breakfast at your hotel before exploring the historical sites in Yekaterinburg.
Included, 0h45m

9:00am

Visit Ipatiev House Memorial

Explore the site of the Ipatiev House where Olga and her family were imprisoned and executed, featuring a memorial chapel. Open 9am-6pm.
RUB300, 1h30m

11:00am

Visit Church on the Blood

Visit the Church on the Blood built on the Ipatiev House site, honoring the Romanovs' memory with impressive iconography and architecture.
Free, 1h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Average Joe

Enjoy balanced modern Russian and European dishes at Average Joe cafe, a local favorite open 12pm-10pm.
RUB600, 1h0m

2:00pm

Visit Historical Museum of the Ural Region

Discover regional history including the Romanov captivity and execution context at this informative museum, open 10am-5pm.
RUB250, 2h0m

5:00pm

Leisure walk in city center

Relax with a city center walk to see local life and architecture, reflecting Yekaterinburg’s historical and modern blend.
Free, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Severyanin

Dine on traditional northern Russian cuisine at Severyanin restaurant, open until 10pm.
RUB1200, 1h30m

Day 4: Balmoral, Scotland

Balmoral, Scotland on July 4, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at The Bothy

Enjoy a cozy Scottish breakfast at The Bothy, open from 8am, ideal before exploring Balmoral.
GBP15, 1h0m

10:00am

Visit Balmoral Castle Grounds

Tour the grounds of Balmoral Castle where Olga met her great-grandmother Queen Victoria in 1896, set amidst stunning Scottish Highlands. Grounds open 9:30am-5pm.
GBP10, 2h30m

12:30pm

Lunch at The Muckle Roe

Taste local Scottish flavors and seafood at The Muckle Roe, open from 12pm to 9pm.
GBP30, 1h30m

2:30pm

Explore Ballater Village

Walk around Ballater to experience a charming Scottish village near Balmoral with shops and historic sites.
Free, 1h0m

4:00pm

Visit Crathie Church

Visit the church frequently attended by the royal family, offering insight into their spiritual life. Open until 5pm.
Free, 1h0m

6:30pm

Dinner at The Royal Hotel

Classic Scottish cuisine in a traditional setting at The Royal Hotel restaurant, open until 9pm.
GBP25, 1h30m

Day 5: Bucharest, Romania

Bucharest, Romania on July 5, 2025

9:00am

Breakfast at Origo Coffee

Enjoy specialty coffee and pastries at Origo, a popular café open from 8am in Bucharest.
RON35, 1h0m

10:30am

Visit Romanian Athenaeum

Tour this majestic concert hall and symbol of Romanian culture, reflecting the era when Olga and her family visited Romania.
RON20, 1h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Caru' cu Bere

Dine in this historic restaurant famous for Romanian traditional dishes and atmosphere, open from 11am to midnight.
RON70, 1h30m

2:30pm

Walk through Old Town (Lipscani District)

Discover Bucharest’s vibrant old town reflecting a mix of history and culture from the early 20th century.
Free, 2h0m

5:00pm

Visit the National Museum of Romanian History

Explore Romanian history including the royal connections during Olga's visit in 1914, open 10am-6pm.
RON30, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at The Artist

Savor modern cuisine with Romanian influences at The Artist, a Michelin-starred restaurant open until 10:30pm.
RON150, 2h0m