Incentive Ideas in Saint Petersburg

  • Private Night tour of the Hermitage
  • Yusupov Palace experience
  • Neva River Night Boat Cruise "Jazz Under the Drawbridges"
  • Russian Gastronomy Experience
  • Hunting & Fishing in the Leningrad Region
  • Easter Traditions of St. Petersburg: From Fabergé to New Holland
  • Fabergé's Easter Masterpieces
  • Walk through the Mikhailovsky theatre. Cocktail. Performance.
  • Imperial Porcelain Factory tour & Workshop Experience
  • Team-building experience : Folklore team-building program at "Shuvalovka Village"
  • Team-building experience: Imperial Evening at Nikolaevsky Palace

Private Night tour of the Hermitage – exclusive after-hours access

Step into a world of artistic grandeur as the doors of the State Hermitage Museum close to the public—and open exclusively for you. This after-hours private tour offers a rare opportunity to experience one of the world’s most magnificent art collections in complete serenity, free from daytime crowds.
Highlights:
✨ Exclusive Access: Wander through the Hermitage’s legendary galleries—including the Winter Palace’s opulent state rooms—in peaceful solitude after official closing hours.
✨ Masterpieces in Moonlight: Admire works by Rembrandt, da Vinci, and Michelangelo in an intimate setting, illuminated by the soft glow of evening light.
✨ Expert Narration: Your private guide will share captivating stories and insights about the art, architecture, and history of the museum—without distractions.
✨ Unforgettable Ambiance: Soak in the majestic atmosphere of empty halls, where the echoes of imperial Russia come alive under the cover of night.

Why Choose This Experience?
✔ Ultimate Privacy: Enjoy the Hermitage as if it were your own palace.
✔ Photography Opportunities: Capture the museum’s beauty without crowds.
✔ Flexible Itinerary: Focus on your preferred collections or artists.

• ⏳ Duration 2.5 hours
📅 Available: all year

Yusupov Palace experience – exclusive evening program

Immerse yourself in aristocratic splendor with this exclusive visit to St. Petersburg’s legendary Yusupov Palace, featuring: Guided tour through private chambers and the historic Rasputin exhibition; Champagne reception in the opulent Moorish Drawing Room; Gourmet dinner served in the palace’s Neo-Renaissance dining hall; Theatrical performance (period drama or chamber concert) in the private home theatre.
⏳ Duration: 4-5 hours
👥 Group size: Private (2-12 guests) or small group option (max 20)
🎭 Performance options: Check current repertoire

Neva River Night Boat Cruise "Jazz Under the Drawbridges"

Experience St. Petersburg’s legendary White Nights from the water during this unforgettable jazz-themed night cruise along the Neva River. Live jazz performance by top local musicians (soul/classic jazz repertoire); Prime viewing of drawbridge openings from ideal water-level vantage points; Glass-roofed luxury yacht with open-air deck access (heated in cooler weather); welcome drink; premium bar or catering is available.
⏳ Duration: 4 hours
👥 Capacity: Limited to 60 guests for comfort
📅 Available: May-September, select nights

Russian Gastronomy Experience: Caviar & Vodka Tasting Experience

Russian Gastronomy Experience: Caviar & Vodka Tasting Experienceiscover Russia’s luxurious culinary traditions through this exclusive Russian appetizers and vodka tasting journey. Our 90-minute immersive session introduces guests to two of Russia’s most celebrated gourmet treasures, paired with fascinating cultural insights.
Experience includes:
• Extended tasting of premium caviar varieties and artisanal vodkas with additional historic Russian spirits
• Discover proper vodka tasting techniques
• Historical exploration of Polugar, the revived 19th-century Russian spirit
• Expert advice on how to taste food correctly and how to match it with other dishes.
⏳ Duration: 1.5 hours

Hunting & Fishing in the Leningrad Region

Experience authentic Russian hunting and fishing adventures in the wild forests and lakes of the Leningrad Region. Hunt moose, wild boar and waterfowl with professional guides; Fish for pike, perch and trout in pristine northern waters; Stay in cozy wooden lodges with traditional banya saunas; Enjoy meals prepared with your fresh catch or hunt.
Why choose this experience?
✓ Just 1-2 hours from St. Petersburg
✓ All necessary equipment provided
✓ Suitable for beginners and experienced outdoorsmen
✓ Available year-round (seasonal activities)
⏳ Duration: 1-3-day
📍 Locations: Leningrad region

 

Easter Traditions of St. Petersburg: From Fabergé to New Holland

This immersive tour explores the evolution of Easter celebrations in Russia’s imperial capital through its most iconic locations. Lunch at the legendary Palkin restaurant with storytelling: “Easter Traditions of the Royal Family”. Followed by a visit to the Fabergé Museum, New Holland Island’s. The evening will culminate with an enchanting candlelit concert at the Polovtsov Mansion. Immerse yourself in a magical atmosphere as a thousand flickering candles illuminate the mansion’s opulent Rococo interiors, transforming the grand halls into a breathtaking spectacle where you’ll experience the world’s most brilliant classical masterpieces, performed with virtuoso brilliance by artists from St. Petersburg’s grandest theaters #BY_CANDLELIGHT!
⏳ Duration: 9-hour
📅 Available all year
🎻 Seating for performance: Limited to 80 guests for intimate atmosphere

Fabergé's Easter Masterpieces

Discover the imperial Easter celebrations of the Romanov dynasty; Learn about Russian folk customs and court ceremonies; Explore the exquisite decorative arts behind royal Easter gifts; Create your own Fabergé-inspired souvenir by painting a wooden Easter egg; Your visit culminates with a specialty coffee service accompanied by a chef’s dessert.
⏳ Duration: 3.5-hour walking tour
📅 Available all year

 

Walk through the Mikhailovsky theatre. Cocktail. Performance.

You will have a unique opportunity to explore the multifaceted history of the theatre, listen to an engaging narrative by an expert guide about the building’s layout and its legendary past, admire the cozy interiors of the most enchanting imperial theatre in the Northern Capital, and take in the luxurious auditorium from the Tsar’s Box.
You will visit the museum exhibition, featuring original stage costumes, theater models, historic playbills, and set design sketches by renowned artists. Discover an exhibition of caricatures by French actor Paul Robert, the artist behind sketches capturing backstage life at the Mikhailovsky Theatre from the late 19th to early 20th century, and learn how this beloved theatre thrives today.
Peek into the Chamber Hall and the Grand Duke’s Box, stroll through the Soloists’ Corridor, view the stage complex from unusual angles, and uncover all the secrets of theatrical makeup—all during your “Walk Through the Mikhailovsky Theatre”!
Later cocktails will be served, after which you will attend a ballet or opera (as per the repertoire).

⏳ Duration: 5 hours
📅 Best Visits: Sept-May during performance season

 

Imperial Porcelain Factory tour & Workshop Experience

Discover 275 Years of Russian Craftsmanship.
This exclusive tour offers behind-the-scenes access to Russia’s legendary porcelain manufacturer, founded in 1744 as the Imperial Porcelain Factory. Witness living history as master artisans preserve techniques that once supplied the Romanov court.
You observe casting, painting, and gilding processes. See the famous cobalt net pattern being hand-painted. Visit the archives with historic service pieces. View Catherine the Great’s personal service.
Discover Soviet-era propaganda porcelain. Examine modern collaborations with contemporary artists.
⏳ Duration: 4 hours
📅 Available all year

 

Team-building experience : Folklore team-building program at "Shuvalovka Village"

Treat your team to an extraordinary cultural experience just outside St. Petersburg at the charming Shuvalovka Village. Enjoy a lively welcome by a folk ensemble, followed by a festive tea with blinis and pies. Split into teams and rotate through five interactive stations—from role-playing a hilarious Russian wedding to tasting artisanal spiced vodkas and trying on Viking armor. Sing along to folk songs, compete in traditional games, or craft your own souvenir.
⏳ Duration: 6–8 hours (adjustable)
📍 Location: Shuvalovka Village (near St. Petersburg).
👥 Capacity: Optimized for large groups (150+).
🎻 Cultural Focus: Combines fun, history, and team bonding.

Team-building experience: Imperial Evening at Nikolaevsky Palace

This exclusive experience at Nikolaevsky Palace features:

  • A Tsar-style dinner in opulent palace halls;
  • Folk dance performances by professional ensembles;
  • Interactive cultural activities including dance workshops and team challenges.

⏳ Duration: 4-5 hours
📅 Available all year

📍 Location: St.Petersburg Nikolaevsky Palace

👥 Capacity: 50 -300 guests

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