EASTERN Europe specialist Beyond Travel has revealed that it can now provide access for cruise passengers to visit St Petersburg for up to three days without a visa.

Marketing manager Bryce Crampton said that the new regulation to stay in the city for 72 hours visa-free must be pre-booked  before departing Australia.

He said  the change allowed  travellers to visit St Petersburg’s treasure trove of sights and experiences without the hassle and expense of applying for a visa.