EXETER EXPERIENCES

Exeter International specializes in out-of-the ordinary and behind-the-scenes tours. For you we will open doors which are closed not only for travelers but for most of locals as well, arrange for museum curators guiding you around their realms, devise unique itineraries for you to receive deluxe and life-enriching experiences. We leave no doors unopened for our customers.

Grand Kremlin Palace, Faceted Chamber and Terem Palce.

The Grand Kremlin Palace dating to the 19th century was once used by the Romanovs and now is the official residence of the President of the Russian Federation where protocol events and receptions of foreign dignitaries of the highest level are held. The opulent and majestic beauty of the palace is unrivalled in Europe. The Faceted Chamber and the Terem Palace - the historic part of the complex - date from as early as the XV century and stood witnesses to the times of Ivan the Terrible. The Grand Kremlin Palace complex is strictly off-limits to public and used for official events and ceremonies only. As an Exeter guest we invite you to visit the Palace.

Hermitage Early Entrance and Treasure Gallery

You don’t need to fight through high-season crowds to see the Hermitage Collection anymore. We offer you an Exeter way – Early Admission to the Hermitage Museum. Can you imagine yourself walking through the art-filled 19th century rooms alone? – we can draw this image to reality for you. Besides you will be among few who behold the famous Peacock Clock being wound up for the day.

Another fascinating Hermitage experience is a visit to the Treasure Gallery which boasts over 1500 items of jewelry from Europe and Oriental Countries starting from the VII century BC to the works of the XIX century imperial jewelers. Not only you will see the most fabulous masterpieces ever created, but also will follow the chronological development of the art from early times to its flourishing in late XIX century.

Hermitage Storage Rooms

While touring the Hermitage many wonder: “Where they keep these 2 million items which are not on permanent display?” Exeter is ready to answer this question and take you to the Hermitage Storage rooms - a contemporary, technology-filled scientific center, created for the needs of art historians and restorers. We can open this heavy fire-proof door for you to see the collection of painting and sculpture, imperial carriages and furniture from numerous St Petersburg palaces concealed from the eye of general public.

Backstage tours of Bolshoi and Mariynsky Theaters.

We invite you to explore the soul of Russian ballet and tour with Exeter the backstage of the world famous theaters – Bolshoi and Maryinsky. A local curator will give you a history tour of the theater when dimmed down auditorium is disturbed only by stage-setting workers and rare nervous steps of the show producer. You will become a master of the Tsar’s Box protocol, will learn a lot about ballet stars of the past and present, have a chance to see theatrical artists’ studio, try on tutus which are to be used for Swan Lake the same night. And the lucky ones may see the dress rehearsal of an opera or ballet. Exeter can also take you to choreography schools in Moscow and St Petersburg where theater lovers may enjoy a rehearsal of the will-be ballet stars.

Amber Workshops

Lost during the Second World War the Amber Panels of the Catherine Place are being meticulously restored. For this purpose an actual amber workshop was set up near the former Imperial property. As Exeter guests you are invited on an amber master conducted tour of the workshop, where besides the history of the Amber Chamber of the Palace you will get to know amber working techniques and types of this stone, see amber masters at work and, if you wish, try working amber yourself.

The Palace of the Yusupovs

Started in the early 18th century on the banks of the Moika river the Palace grew into a true gem in the imperial crown of St Petersburg architecture. In 1916 the palace became the stage of dramatic and mysterious events of the last night of Rasputin’s earthly life. The palace has carried fascinating beauty and noble splendor of its owners – one of the most affluent families of the Russian Empire – through centuries and even today pertains to the authentic flavor of the 19th century luxury.

Matryoshka Master Class

Make yourself a souvenir! Visit with us the Matryoshka (Russian stacking dolls) museum to learn the history of this popular toy, its symbolism, different designs, patterns and philosophy of the craft. At the end of the tour a professional artist from the Academy of Folk Crafts and Arts will teach you how to paint a matryoshka doll yourself – a truly hand-made souvenir!

Space Mission Training Experience

Russia is the country where the first manned spacecraft was launched; it has invaluable experience in cosmonaut training. All those who dream of spaceflights can make the first step with us and become members of cosmonaut training programs in Star City – the Cosmonaut Training Facility. You may choose whether to just come and see the training center with one of the local professionals or actually live through this once-in-a-lifetime experience. Training program includes: centrifuge, hydrolaboratory dive simulating outer space exit, zero gravity aircraft flights, spacecraft simulator training and others. Whatever your choice would be, you will get a profound and in many aspects hands-on knowledge of space research history, technology and missions. You may also visit the Mission Control Center not far from Moscow where space missions are managed – another invaluable experience which helps you to fathom the scale and complexity of space related programs.


			EXETER EXPERIENCES Exeter International specializes in out-of-the ordinary and behind-the-scenes tours. For you we will open doors which are closed not only for travelers but for most of locals as well, arrange for museum curators guiding you around their realms, devise unique itineraries for you to receive deluxe and life-enriching experiences. We leave no doors unopened for our customers. Grand Kremlin Palace, Faceted Chamber and Terem Palce. The Grand Kremlin Palace dating to the 19th century was once used by the Romanovs and now is the official residence of the President of the Russian Federation where protocol events and receptions of foreign dignitaries of the highest level are held. The opulent and majestic beauty of the palace is unrivalled in Europe. The Faceted Chamber and the Terem Palace - the historic part of the complex - date from as early as the XV century and stood witnesses to the times of Ivan the Terrible. The Grand Kremlin Palace complex is strictly off-limits to public and used for official events and ceremonies only. As an Exeter guest we invite you to visit the Palace. Hermitage Early Entrance and Treasure Gallery You don’t need to fight through high-season crowds to see the Hermitage Collection anymore. We offer you an Exeter way – Early Admission to the Hermitage Museum. Can you imagine yourself walking through the art-filled 19th century rooms alone? – we can draw this image to reality for you. Besides you will be among few who behold the famous Peacock Clock being wound up for the day. Another fascinating Hermitage experience is a visit to the Treasure Gallery which boasts over 1500 items of jewelry from Europe and Oriental Countries starting from the VII century BC to the works of the XIX century imperial jewelers. Not only you will see the most fabulous masterpieces ever created, but also will follow the chronological development of the art from early times to its flourishing in late XIX century. Hermitage Storage Rooms While touring the Hermitage many wonder: “Where they keep these 2 million items which are not on permanent display?” Exeter is ready to answer this question and take you to the Hermitage Storage rooms - a contemporary, technology-filled scientific center, created for the needs of art historians and restorers. We can open this heavy fire-proof door for you to see the collection of painting and sculpture, imperial carriages and furniture from numerous St Petersburg palaces concealed from the eye of general public. Backstage tours of Bolshoi and Mariynsky Theaters. We invite you to explore the soul of Russian ballet and tour with Exeter the backstage of the world famous theaters – Bolshoi and Maryinsky. A local curator will give you a history tour of the theater when dimmed down auditorium is disturbed only by stage-setting workers and rare nervous steps of the show producer. You will become a master of the Tsar’s Box protocol, will learn a lot about ballet stars of the past and present, have a chance to see theatrical artists’ studio, try on tutus which are to be used for Swan Lake the same night. And the lucky ones may see the dress rehearsal of an opera or ballet. Exeter can also take you to choreography schools in Moscow and St Petersburg where theater lovers may enjoy a rehearsal of the will-be ballet stars. Amber Workshops Lost during the Second World War the Amber Panels of the Catherine Place are being meticulously restored. For this purpose an actual amber workshop was set up near the former Imperial property. As Exeter guests you are invited on an amber master conducted tour of the workshop, where besides the history of the Amber Chamber of the Palace you will get to know amber working techniques and types of this stone, see amber masters at work and, if you wish, try working amber yourself. The Palace of the Yusupovs Started in the early 18th century on the banks of the Moika river the Palace grew into a true gem in the imperial crown of St Petersburg architecture. In 1916 the palace became the stage of dramatic and mysterious events of the last night of Rasputin’s earthly life. The palace has carried fascinating beauty and noble splendor of its owners – one of the most affluent families of the Russian Empire – through centuries and even today pertains to the authentic flavor of the 19th century luxury. Matryoshka Master Class Make yourself a souvenir! Visit with us the Matryoshka (Russian stacking dolls) museum to learn the history of this popular toy, its symbolism, different designs, patterns and philosophy of the craft. At the end of the tour a professional artist from the Academy of Folk Crafts and Arts will teach you how to paint a matryoshka doll yourself – a truly hand-made souvenir! Space Mission Training Experience Russia is the country where the first manned spacecraft was launched; it has invaluable experience in cosmonaut training. All those who dream of spaceflights can make the first step with us and become members of cosmonaut training programs in Star City – the Cosmonaut Training Facility. You may choose whether to just come and see the training center with one of the local professionals or actually live through this once-in-a-lifetime experience. Training program includes: centrifuge, hydrolaboratory dive simulating outer space exit, zero gravity aircraft flights, spacecraft simulator training and others. Whatever your choice would be, you will get a profound and in many aspects hands-on knowledge of space research history, technology and missions. You may also visit the Mission Control Center not far from Moscow where space missions are managed – another invaluable experience which helps you to fathom the scale and complexity of space related programs.