Russia Tours & Trips 2020
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Small Group Tour Small groups are usually defined as between 10 and 24 travelers, often less. If you're the kind of person who enjoys more intimate experiences and personal service this is a good choice. All else being equal you will pay a premium for this style vs a larger group tour.
Private Guided Private tours give you the undivided attention of a guide, and often involve special access to sites and unique experiences not available to larger groups. This is a great option for families, couples, and small friend groups. Expect to pay a bit more for the extra service.
Self Guided Tour A travel company plans your itinerary and arranges all the logistics including lodging, local activities, and transportantion. You have the flexibility of a solo trip while still getting the convience and time savings of expert planning. Get 90% of the benefits of a tour, without a guide.
Group Tour Groups are between 25-60 people, typically ~30-40. Usually there will be many opportunities to split off and enjoy meals and excursions in smaller groups. This is the most economical way to travel, saving up to 40% versus booking the same itinerary yourself.
River Cruise These vessels are smaller than most ocean cruisers, limiting which amenties are available. Passenger counts can vary. One of the biggest advantages of a river cruise is the ability to dock at smaller ports and local villages.
Small Ship Cruise Small ship cruises usually have a max passenger count of 500. The primary purpose of these trips is to spend time off the vessel in local ports (e.g. Mediterranean) or experiencing nature (e.g Galapagos or Antarctica). Cabins can vary from budget to luxury.
Large Ship Cruise This is the "floating city" experience, with multiple ways to enjoy your vacation aboard the ship as much as on land. Ships are multiple floors, provide several activities, culinary, and shopping options. They often make fewer stops and have less time available for shore excursions.
Retreats Similar to a self guided tour but staying in one location only with activities and day outings included as a part of the stay.
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Camping Typically involves most nights sleeping in tents (sometimes permanent tented sites) or in rustic cabins and lodges.
Basic - 2 star You'll stay in no-frills, but clean and comfortable, hotels or guesthouses. A 'Basic' trip might also involve a few nights of camping.
Value - 3 star Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Premium - 4 star 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Luxury - 5 star The highest level of comfort and service. All accomodations are in four or five star hotels, boutique lodges or high-end homestays.
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Physical Level
Very Easy Minimal walking - motor vehicles available for all major parts of trip.
Easy Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments.
Moderate Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Strenuous All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
Extreme Very challenging all day hiking and backpacking carrying significant equipment.
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Flexible schedule A lot of free time, with very few inclusions. Ideal for independent and/or low-key travelers and cruisers.
Full schedule For those looking to maximize their sight seeing time. You thrive on a packed day’s schedule from 8 am to 6pm, with some (but limited) free time. Most activities and meals included.
Balanced schedule You will have solid amounts of both free time and structured time with some activities and meals included.
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Good for Singles Trips that specifically cater to travelers looking to meet other singles.
No Single Supplement Trips where single supplement is usually not required for solo travelers.
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Imperial Russia Train - From Moscow via Lake Baik ...
15 days
$ 748 / day
$ 11,215
From :
$ 15,140
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Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
3- Moderate
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Day 1: Welcome to Moscow
- Arrival in Moscow, meet and greet at the airport, transfer from airport to Hotel Baltschug Kempinski***** (or similar), check-in Day 2: Moscow, Boarding “Imperial Russia” Train
- Breakfast at hotel, city tour of Moscow including Cathedral of Christ the Savior and view of Moscow on the Lenin Hills, Moscow University and other historical sites, enjoy tour of Moscow Metro. After lunch at a city restaurant, you will explore the Red Square, the very heart of Moscow, with picturesque St. Basil’s Cathedral, visit the Kremlin, one of the best-known monuments in Russia and in the world, the former residence of the Russian Tsars. Enjoy some time in down town strolling along the ancient Arbat Street with its numerous cafes and souvenir shops. In the evening you are welcome onboard the «Imperial Russia» Train, enjoy dinner onboard and get to know your travel companions Day 3: Kazan
- Breakfast on board, in the morning arrival in Kazan, the capital of Tatarstan, city tour to explore the Old Kazan, visit to the Kazan Kremlin (UNESCO World Cultural Heritage) with its wonderful panoramic view over the Volga River and enjoy the folklore program that will give you an insight into the Tatar national epic. You will taste local cuisine during lunch including a cooking master class revealing the secrets of Tatar cuisine. Later this afternoon you board the train and continue the trip. Dinner onboard Day 4: Yekaterinburg
- Breakfast on board, arrival in Yekaterinburg, the historical capital of the Urals, city tour dedicated to the family of the last Russian Tsar and their last days. During the tour you will visit the memorial Church on the Blood to commemorate the tragic events that took place in the city. After lunch in downtown you will visit the memorial that marks the borderline between Europe and Asia, you will have an opportunity to be in both continents at the same time. In the evening you board the train and continue the trip. Tonight enjoy dinner onboard. Day 5: Novosibirsk
- Breakfast on board, arrival in Novosibirsk, the heart of Siberia, the city tour will start at the railway station with the visit to the local Railway Museum dedicated to the legendary Trans-Siberian Railway. After lunch at a city restaurant the tour will continue on the embankment of the Ob River, main squares and ancient streets of the city. The Ballet and Opera House will impress you with its monumental architecture, it is known as the biggest theater building in the country. Board the train and enjoy dinner onboard. Day 6: Trans-Siberia
- The train crosses the wide Yenisei River and rolls on through Siberia. Today enjoy your stay and various activities onboard. The train passes by villages with their typical wooden houses and through the birch forests, enjoy the relaxing day in anticipation of the next stop. Breakfast, lunch, dinner on board. Day 7: Irkutsk
- Breakfast on board, today the train arrives in Irkutsk, one of the largest cities in Siberia. The city has preserved quite a few of historical buildings and monuments. During the city tour you will see the picturesque wooden houses, visit the Decembrists’ Museum that will unfold the story of failed uprising of Russian aristocrats who were exiled to Irkutsk. Lunch at a city restaurant, in the afternoon an excursion to Open-air Museum Taltsy, located in the picturesque place on the bank of the Angara River, focusing on life and work in historical Siberia, spend some free time strolling through Irkutskaya Sloboda. Dinner at a city restaurant. In the evening board the train. Day 8: Lake Baikal
- Arrival in Port Baikal. After breakfast you board a motor ship to sail to Listvyanka, a Siberian village on the shores of Lake Baikal, the deepest Lake in the world that contains the fifth part of the Earth’s fresh water. You will visit the unique Baikal Museum dedicated to flora and fauna of the lake, the observation point at the Chersky Stone with a stunning view on the lake and the Angara River. After lunch at a local restaurant you will visit the fish and souvenir market. Return to Port Baikal, the journey continues along the original route of the Trans-Siberian Railway along the shore of Lake Baikal. You will enjoy barbeque dinner on the shore of the lake Day 9: Ulan-Ude
- Breakfast on board, today the train stops in Ulan-Ude, the capital of Buryatia. A special spiritual experience is a visit to an active Datsan during the city tour, reception in a traditional Buryat yurt with local welcome, you learn how to cook traditional “pozy”, play dice, wear traditional costume and enjoy colorful and spectacular folklore program of the Buryats’ culture. In the evening board the train to continue the voyage. Dinner on board. Day 10: Ulaanbaatar, Terelj National Park
- Breakfast on board, in the morning you arrive in Ulaanbaatar, the capital of Mongolia. During the city tour you will visit the Sukhe Bator Square and Zaisan, then drive to Terelj National Park where you will be introduced to the nomadic way of life of many Mongolians today. Lunch at the Ger Camp, tour of the National Park including visit to the Turtle Rock, hiking tour to the top of the hill to have a wonderful view. Traditional Mongolian dinner and overnight in the Ger camp. Day 11: Ulaanbaatar
- After breakfast you travel back to Ulaanbaatar to explore this historic city. You will visit the Gandan Monastery, Bogd Khaan Winter Palace and the National Museum of History. After BBQ lunch at a local restaurant you enjoy a stunning Mongolian cultural performance and the famous throat singing. In the evening you are welcome back onboard the train to continue the trip towards China. Dinner onboard. Day 12: Crossing The Gobi Desert, Erlian
- Breakfast on board. The train pulls towards the Chinese border through the Gobi Desert. Erlian, the border town, is a military post and the greatest hub for Chinese-Mongolian cross border trade. Due to the different track gauges the «Imperial Russia» Train cannot continue towards Beijing. You will board the comfortable Chinese charter train, which will bring you to the capital of China. Lunch and dinner on board. Day 13: Welcome to Beijing
- Breakfast on board, arrival in Beijing. During the city tour you will visit the Forbidden City, home to 24 emperors between 1368 and 1911, the Hutongs and Tiananmen Square which has great cultural significance as it was the site of several key events in Chinese history, the world’s largest city square and an enduring symbol of China’s national pride, it is surrounded by many imposing buildings including the Heavenly Gate (entry to the Forbidden City), the Great Hall of the People and Chairman Mao’s Mausoleum. Lunch at a city restaurant. In the afternoon check-in at Hotel Regent Beijing***** (or similar). Traditional Beijing duck dinner at a local restaurant. Day 14: Beijing, The Great Wall Of China
- Breakfast at hotel, city tour including visit to the Great Wall of China, a powerful symbol of ancient Chinese civilization, the eighth wonder of the world. It took more than one million people and ten years to build the Great Wall of China, designed as a defensive structure. You can walk along the wall, through the watchtowers and enjoy superb views as it snakes across the hills and mountains. Lunch at a city restaurant. In the afternoon visit to the Summer Palace. Dinner at a city restaurant. Day 15: Departure from Beijing
- Breakfast at hotel, transfer from hotel to the airport, end of the trip.
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Russian River Cruise (Moscow - St. Petersburg) - ...
12 days
$ 306 / day
$ 3,675
From :
$ 5,145
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Travel Style :
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Mixed
Physical Level :
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
3- Moderate
Lodging Level :
You'll stay in no-frills, but clean and comfortable, hotels or guesthouses. A 'Basic' trip might also involve a few nights of camping.
Basic (2*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Day 1
- Embarkation in Moscow, welcome meeting, dinner on board.(D) Day 2
- Breakfast, city sightseeing tour of St.Petersburg, visit to Peter and Paul fortress, lunch at local restaurant, visit to Hermitage Art Museum (entrance), dinner on board.(BLD) Day 3
- Breakfast, optional excursion to Sergiev Posad with visit to the Trinity Monastery (entrance), lunch and dinner on board, set sail, Captain’s Welcome Cocktail Reception.(BLD) Day 4
- Breakfast, arrival in Uglich, walking city tour including visit to Kremlin, Dmitry on the Blood Church and Transfiguration Cathedral, lunch and dinner on board.(BLD) Day 5
- Breakfast, arrival in Yaroslavl, bus city sightseeing tour including visit to the Church of the Ilja the Prophet, the Church of St. Nicolas the Wonderworker (entrance), Interactive tour of Art Gallery in the Governor’s House (entrance), visit to local market, lunch and dinner on board.(BLD) Day 6
- Breakfast, arrival in Goritsy, visit to the Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery (entrance) and Museum of Icon (entrance), lunch and dinner on board.(BLD) Day 7
- Breakfast, arrival on Kizhi Island, visit to the Open Air Museum of Wooden Architecture (entrance), the Transfiguration Cathedral, Intercession Cathedral and a traditional Izba, visit to Captain’s Bridge, lunch and pirate dinner on board.(BLD) Day 8
- Breakfast, arrival in Mandrogui, “Green Stop”, walking tour to typical Russian village and visit to Vodka-Museum, BBQ lunch ashore and Captain’s Dinner on board.(BLD) Day 9
- Breakfast, city sightseeing tour of St.Petersburg, visit to Peter and Paul fortress, lunch at local restaurant, visit to Hermitage Art Museum (entrance), dinner on board.(BLD) Day 10
- Breakfast, optional excursion to Zarskoye Selo with visit to Catherine’s Palace (entrance) and to Pavlovsk with visit to Pavlovsk Palace(entrance), lunch and dinner on board.(BLD) Day 11
- Breakfast, excursion to Peterhof with visit to the Lower Parks (entrance), optional Canal Tour, lunch and dinner on board.(BLD) Day 12
- Breakfast, disembarkation.(B)
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Russian River Cruise : Volga Dream Imperial (Mos ...
13 days
$ 807 / day
$ 10,485
From :
$ 14,155
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Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
3- Moderate
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Day 1
- Arrival in Moscow, private transfer to Hotel Four Seasons Moscow*****, check-in. In the evening welcome reception and meeting with guide. Day 2
- Breakfast, 09:30-17:30 panoramic city tour, Sparrow Hills, lunch in the Moscow City Skyscraper restaurant, in the afternoon visit to Novodevichy Cemetery (entrance).(BL) Day 3
- Breakfast, 09:30-17:30 visit to Kremlin including Armory Museum (entrance), lunch at city restaurant, walk around Red Square, St. Basil’s Cathedral (entrance), visit to GUM Department Store (entrance), walk through the newly designed Park Zaryadye.(BL) Day 4
- Breakfast, check-out, 10:00-18:00 visit to Leo Tolstoy House-Museum in Hamovniki (entrance), lunch at city restaurant followed by visit to Tretyakov Art Gallery (entrance) and Moscow Metro tour, transfer to MS Volga Dream, embarkation, Captain’s welcome reception, Bread, Salt & Vodka “Welcome Aboard” Ceremony and dinner.(BLD) Day 5
- Breakfast, arrival in Uglich, sightseeing tour including visit to St. Dmitry-on-the-Blood Church and Transfiguration Cathedral, concert of choral music at St. John’s Church, lunch and dinner on board.(BLD) Day 6
- Breakfast, arrival in Yaroslavl, sightseeing tour including visit to Spassky Monastery with Transfiguration of the Savior, richly frescoed Church of St. Elijah the Prophet, costumed performance at the Governor palace, lunch and BBQ dinner on board.(BLD) Day 7
- Breakfast, arrival in Goritsy, visit to Ferapontov Monastery (entrance), lunch and Russian dinner with vodka tasting on board.(BLD) Day 8
- Breakfast, arrival on Kizhi Island, visit to the Open Air Museum of Wooden Architecture (entrance), the Transfiguration Cathedral, Intercession Cathedral and a traditional Izba, lunch and dinner on board.(BLD) Day 9
- Breakfast, arrival in Svirstroy, tour to typical Russian village incl. tea with jam and local pie at local resident’s home, lunch and Farewell dinner on board.(BLD) Day 10
- Breakfast, arrival in St. Petersburg, disembarkation, 09:30-17:30 city tour including Peter and Paul Fortress (photostop), Split of Basil Island (walking tour), St. Isaac Cathedral (entrance), Spilled Blood Church (photo stop) and Nevsky Prospect, lunch at city restaurant followed by river cruise around the canals and visit to Yusupov’s Palace (entrance), transfer to Hotel Four Seasons Lion’s Palace*****, check-in.(BL) Day 11
- Breakfast, 09:00-17:00 visit to Hermitage Museum (early entrance) incl. Gold Room, lunch at city restaurant followed by excursion to Peterhof incl. visit to one of the Small Cottages and Lower Park, return to St. Petersburg.(BL) Day 12
- Breakfast, 09:30-18:30 visit to Faberge Museum (entrance), lunch at city Restaurant followed by visit to Catherine’s Palace incl. Amber Room, return to St. Petersburg.(BL) Day 13
- Breakfast, 09:30-18:30 visit to Faberge Museum (entrance), lunch at city Restaurant followed by visit to Catherine’s Palace incl. Amber Room, return to St. Petersburg.Breakfast, 09:30-18:30 visit to Faberge Museum (entrance), lunch at city Restaurant followed by visit to Catherine’s Palace incl. Amber Room, return to St. Petersburg.(B)
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Russian River Cruise : Volga Dream Imperial (Mos ...
13 days
$ 985 / day
$ 12,805
From :
$ 17,287
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
3- Moderate
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Day 1
- Arrival in Moscow, private transfer to Hotel Four Seasons Moscow*****, check-in. In the evening welcome reception and meeting with guide. Day 2
- Breakfast, 09:30-17:30 panoramic city tour, Sparrow Hills, lunch in the Moscow City Skyscraper restaurant, in the afternoon visit to Novodevichy Cemetery (entrance).(BL) Day 3
- Breakfast, 09:30-17:30 visit to Kremlin including Armory Museum (entrance), lunch at city restaurant, walk around Red Square, St. Basil’s Cathedral (entrance), visit to GUM Department Store (entrance), walk through the newly designed Park Zaryadye.(BL) Day 4
- Breakfast, check-out, 10:00-18:00 visit to Leo Tolstoy House-Museum in Hamovniki (entrance), lunch at city restaurant followed by visit to Tretyakov Art Gallery (entrance) and Moscow Metro tour, transfer to MS Volga Dream, embarkation, Captain’s welcome reception, Bread, Salt & Vodka “Welcome Aboard” Ceremony and dinner.(BLD) Day 5
- Breakfast, arrival in Uglich, sightseeing tour including visit to St. Dmitry-on-the-Blood Church and Transfiguration Cathedral, concert of choral music at St. John’s Church, lunch and dinner on board.(BLD) Day 6
- Breakfast, arrival in Yaroslavl, sightseeing tour including visit to Spassky Monastery with Transfiguration of the Savior, richly frescoed Church of St. Elijah the Prophet, costumed performance at the Governor palace, lunch and BBQ dinner on board.(BLD) Day 7
- Breakfast, arrival in Goritsy, visit to Ferapontov Monastery (entrance), lunch and Russian dinner with vodka tasting on board.(BLD) Day 8
- Breakfast, arrival on Kizhi Island, visit to the Open Air Museum of Wooden Architecture (entrance), the Transfiguration Cathedral, Intercession Cathedral and a traditional Izba, lunch and dinner on board.(BLD) Day 9
- Breakfast, arrival in Svirstroy, tour to typical Russian village incl. tea with jam and local pie at local resident’s home, lunch and Farewell dinner on board.(BLD) Day 10
- Breakfast, arrival in St. Petersburg, disembarkation, 09:30-17:30 city tour including Peter and Paul Fortress (photostop), Split of Basil Island (walking tour), St. Isaac Cathedral (entrance), Spilled Blood Church (photo stop) and Nevsky Prospect, lunch at city restaurant followed by river cruise around the canals and visit to Yusupov’s Palace (entrance), transfer to Hotel Four Seasons Lion’s Palace*****, check-in.(BL) Day 11
- Breakfast, 09:00-17:00 visit to Hermitage Museum (early entrance) incl. Gold Room, lunch at city restaurant followed by excursion to Peterhof incl. visit to one of the Small Cottages and Lower Park, return to St. Petersburg.(BL) Day 12
- Breakfast, 09:30-18:30 visit to Faberge Museum (entrance), lunch at city Restaurant followed by visit to Catherine’s Palace incl. Amber Room, return to St. Petersburg.(BL) Day 13
- Breakfast, 09:30-18:30 visit to Faberge Museum (entrance), lunch at city Restaurant followed by visit to Catherine’s Palace incl. Amber Room, return to St. Petersburg.Breakfast, 09:30-18:30 visit to Faberge Museum (entrance), lunch at city Restaurant followed by visit to Catherine’s Palace incl. Amber Room, return to St. Petersburg.(B)
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Russian River Cruise (St. Petersburg - Moscow) - ...
11 days
$ 304 / day
$ 3,340
From :
$ 4,676
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Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
3- Moderate
Lodging Level :
You'll stay in no-frills, but clean and comfortable, hotels or guesthouses. A 'Basic' trip might also involve a few nights of camping.
Basic (2*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Day 1
- Embarkation in St. Petersburg, welcome meeting, dinner on board. (D) Day 2
- Breakfast, city sightseeing tour of St.Petersburg, visit to Peter and Paul fortress, lunch at local restaurant, visit to Hermitage Art Museum (entrance), dinner on board. (BLD) Day 3
- Breakfast, optional excursion to Zarskoye Selo with visit to Catherine’s Palace (entrance) and to Peterhof with visit to the Lower Park (entrance) lunch and dinner on board, set sail, Captain’s Welcome Cocktail Reception. (BLD) Day 4
- Breakfast, arrival in Mandrogui, “Green Stop”, walking to a typical Russian village, BBQ lunch ashore and dinner on board. (BLD) Day 5
- Breakfast, arrival on Kizhi Island, visit to the Open Air Museum of Wooden Architecture (entrance), the Transfiguration Cathedral, Intercession Cathedral and a traditional Izba, visit to Captain’s Bridge, lunch and dinner on board. (BLD) Day 6
- Breakfast, arrival in Goritsy, visit to the Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery (entrance) and Museum of Icons (entrance), lunch and pirate dinner on board.(BLD) Day 7
- Breakfast, arrival in Yaroslavl, city sightseeing tour and including visit to the Church of the Ilja the Prophet, the Church of St. Nicolas the Wonderworker (entrance) and to the Art Gallery in the Governor’s House (entrance), lunch and dinner on board. (BLD) Day 8
- Breakfast, arrival in Uglich, city sightseeing tour including visit to Kremlin, Dmitry on the Blood Church and Transfiguration Cathedral, lunch and Captain’s Dinner on board. (BLD) Day 9
- Breakfast, arrival in Moscow, city sightseeing tour of Moscow, optional visit to Tretyakov Gallery (entrance), lunch and dinner on board. (BLD) Day 10
- Breakfast, visit to the Kremlin including one cathedral (entrance), optional visit to Novodevichy Convent (entrance), lunch and dinner on board.(BLD) Day 11
- Breakfast, disembarkation.(B)
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Russian River Cruise (Moscow - St. Petersburg) - ...
8 days
$ 438 / day
$ 3,500
From :
$ 4,725
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Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
3- Moderate
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Day 1
- Embarkation in Moscow, welcome meeting, dinner on board.(D) Day 2
- Breakfast, St. Petersburg city sightseeing tour including visit to Peter and Paul Fortress, lunch at local restaurant, visit to Hermitage Art Museum (entrance), dinner on board.(BLD) Day 3
- Breakfast, arrival in Uglich, city walking tour including visit to Kremlin, Dmitry on the Blood Church and Transfiguration Cathedral, lunch and dinner on board.(BLD) Day 4
- Breakfast, arrival in Goritsy, visit to the Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery (entrance), lunch and dinner on board.(BLD) Day 5
- Breakfast, arrival on Kizhi Island, visit to the Open Air Museum of Wooden Architecture (entrance), the Transfiguration Cathedral, Intercession Cathedral and a traditional Izba, visit to Captain’s Bridge, lunch and dinner on board.(BLD) Day 6
- Breakfast, arrival in Mandrogui, “Green Stop”, free time, BBQ lunch ashore and farewell Captain’s dinner on board.(BLD) Day 7
- Breakfast, St. Petersburg city sightseeing tour including visit to Peter and Paul Fortress, lunch at local restaurant, visit to Hermitage Art Museum (entrance), optional St. Petersburg by night, dinner on board.(BLD) Day 8
- Breakfast, disembarkation.(B)
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Russian River Cruise (St. Petersburg - Moscow) - ...
8 days
$ 421 / day
$ 3,370
From :
$ 4,550
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Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
3- Moderate
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Day 1
- Embarkation in St. Petersburg, welcome meeting, dinner on board.(D) Day 2
- Breakfast, St. Petersburg city sightseeing tour including visit to Peter and Paul Fortress, lunch at local restaurant, visit to Hermitage Art Museum (entrance), dinner on board.(BLD) Day 3
- Breakfast, arrival in Mandrogui, “Green Stop”, free time, BBQ lunch ashore, dinner on board.(BLD) Day 4
- Breakfast, arrival on Kizhi Island, visit to the Open Air Museum of Wooden Architecture (entrance), the Transfiguration Cathedral, Intercession Cathedral and a traditional Izba, lunch and dinner on board.(BLD) Day 5
- Breakfast, arrival in Goritsy, visit to the Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery (entrance), lunch and dinner on board.(BLD) Day 6
- Breakfast, arrival in Uglich, city walking tour including visit to Kremlin, Dmitry on the Blood Church and Transfiguration Cathedral, lunch and farewell Captain’s dinner on board.(BLD) Day 7
- Breakfast, arrival in Moscow, city sightseeing tour of Moscow, visit to the Kremlin including one cathedral(entrance), optional Moscow by night, lunch on board and dinner at local restaurant.(BLD) Day 8
- Breakfast, disembarkation(B)
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Russian River Cruise (St. Petersburg - Moscow) - ...
11 days
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Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
3- Moderate
Lodging Level :
3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Comfort (4*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Day 1
- Embarkation in St. Petersburg, welcome meeting, dinner on board. (D) Day 2
- Breakfast, city sightseeing tour of St.Petersburg, visit to Peter and Paul fortress, lunch at local restaurant, visit to Hermitage Art Museum (entrance), dinner on board. (BLD) Day 3
- Breakfast, optional excursion to Zarskoye Selo with visit to Catherine’s Palace (entrance) and to Peterhof with visit to the Lower Park (entrance) lunch and dinner on board, set sail, Captain’s Welcome Cocktail Reception. (BLD) Day 4
- Breakfast, arrival in Mandrogui, “Green Stop”, walking to a typical Russian village, BBQ lunch ashore and dinner on board. (BLD) Day 5
- Breakfast, arrival on Kizhi Island, visit to the Open Air Museum of Wooden Architecture (entrance), the Transfiguration Cathedral, Intercession Cathedral and a traditional Izba, visit to Captain’s Bridge, lunch and dinner on board. (BLD) Day 6
- Breakfast, arrival in Goritsy, visit to the Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery (entrance) and Museum of Icons (entrance), lunch and pirate dinner on board.(BLD) Day 7
- Breakfast, arrival in Yaroslavl, city sightseeing tour and including visit to the Church of the Ilja the Prophet, the Church of St. Nicolas the Wonderworker (entrance) and to the Art Gallery in the Governor’s House (entrance), lunch and dinner on board. (BLD) Day 8
- Breakfast, arrival in Uglich, city sightseeing tour including visit to Kremlin, Dmitry on the Blood Church and Transfiguration Cathedral, lunch and Captain’s Dinner on board. (BLD) Day 9
- Breakfast, arrival in Moscow, city sightseeing tour of Moscow, optional visit to Tretyakov Gallery (entrance), lunch and dinner on board. (BLD) Day 10
- Breakfast, visit to the Kremlin including one cathedral (entrance), optional visit to Novodevichy Convent (entrance), lunch and dinner on board.(BLD) Day 11
- Breakfast, disembarkation.(B)
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Russian River Cruise : Volga Dream Platinum (St. ...
13 days
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Travel Style :
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Mixed
Physical Level :
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
3- Moderate
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Day 1
- Arrival in St. Petersburg, transfer to Grand Hotel Europe*****, check-in. In the evening welcome reception and meeting with guide. Day 2
- Breakfast, 09:30-18:30 city tour of St. Petersburg including Peter and Paul Fortress (photo stop), Split of Basil Island (walking tour), St. Isaac Cathedral (entrance), Spilled Blood Church (photo stop) and Nevsky Prospect, lunch at city restaurant, river cruise around the canals on Canal boat and visit to Yusupov’s Palace (entrance).(BL) Day 3
- Breakfast, 09:00-17:00 visit to Hermitage Museum (early entrance) incl. Gold Room, lunch at city restaurant followed by excursion to Peterhof incl. visit to one of the Small Cottages and Lower Park, return to St. Petersburg.(BL) Day 4
- Breakfast, check-out, 09:30-18:30 visit to Faberge Museum (entrance), lunch at city Restaurant followed by visit to Catherine’s Palace and Amber Room, transfer to the MS Volga Dream, embarkation, Captain’s welcome reception, Bread, Salt & Vodka “Welcome Aboard” Ceremony and dinner.(BLD) Day 5
- Breakfast, arrival in Svirstroy, tour to typical Russian village incl. tea with jam and local pie with local villagers, lunch and dinner on board.(BLD) Day 6
- Breakfast, arrival on Kizhi Island, visit to the Open Air Museum of Wooden Architecture (entrance), the Transfiguration Cathedral, Intercession Cathedral and a traditional Izba, lunch and dinner on board.(BLD) Day 7
- Breakfast, arrival in Goritsy, visit to Ferapontov Monastery (entrance), lunch and Russian dinner with vodka tasting on board.(BLD) Day 8
- Breakfast, arrival in Yaroslavl, sightseeing tour including visit to Spassky Monastery with Transfiguration of the Savior, richly frescoed Church of St. Elijah the Prophet, costumed performance at the Governor palace, lunch and BBQ dinner on board.(BLD) Day 9
- Breakfast, arrival in Uglich, sightseeing tour including visit to St. Dmitry-on-the-Blood Church and Transfiguration Cathedral, concert of choral music at St. John’s Church, lunch and Farewell dinner on board.(BLD) Day 10
- Breakfast, arrival in Moscow, disembarkation, 09:30-17:30 panoramic city tour, lunch in the Moscow City Skyscraper restaurant, visit to Novodevichy Cemetery (entrance), transfer to Hotel St. Regis Nikolskaya***** or Ararat Park Hyatt*****, check-in.(BL) Day 11
- Breakfast, 09:30-17:30 visit to Kremlin including Armory Museum (entrance), lunch at city restaurant, walk around Red Square, St. Basil’s Cathedral (entrance), visit to GUM Department Store (entrance), walk through the newly designed Park Zaryadye.(BL) Day 12
- Breakfast, 10:00-18:00 visit to Leo Tolstoy House-Museum in Hamovniki (entrance), lunch at city restaurant, visit to Tretyakov Art Gallery (entrance) and Moscow Metro tour.(BL) Day 13
- Breakfast, transfer to the airport, departure flight.(B)
Russia
Russian River Cruise : Volga Dream Platinum (St. ...
13 days
$ 642 / day
$ 8,350
From :
$ 11,273
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
3- Moderate
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Day 1
- Arrival in St. Petersburg, transfer to Grand Hotel Europe*****, check-in. In the evening welcome reception and meeting with guide. Day 2
- Breakfast, 09:30-18:30 city tour of St. Petersburg including Peter and Paul Fortress (photo stop), Split of Basil Island (walking tour), St. Isaac Cathedral (entrance), Spilled Blood Church (photo stop) and Nevsky Prospect, lunch at city restaurant, river cruise around the canals on Canal boat and visit to Yusupov’s Palace (entrance).(BL) Day 3
- Breakfast, 09:00-17:00 visit to Hermitage Museum (early entrance) incl. Gold Room, lunch at city restaurant followed by excursion to Peterhof incl. visit to one of the Small Cottages and Lower Park, return to St. Petersburg.(BL) Day 4
- Breakfast, check-out, 09:30-18:30 visit to Faberge Museum (entrance), lunch at city Restaurant followed by visit to Catherine’s Palace and Amber Room, transfer to the MS Volga Dream, embarkation, Captain’s welcome reception, Bread, Salt & Vodka “Welcome Aboard” Ceremony and dinner.(BLD) Day 5
- Breakfast, arrival in Svirstroy, tour to typical Russian village incl. tea with jam and local pie with local villagers, lunch and dinner on board.(BLD) Day 6
- Breakfast, arrival on Kizhi Island, visit to the Open Air Museum of Wooden Architecture (entrance), the Transfiguration Cathedral, Intercession Cathedral and a traditional Izba, lunch and dinner on board.(BLD) Day 7
- Breakfast, arrival in Goritsy, visit to Ferapontov Monastery (entrance), lunch and Russian dinner with vodka tasting on board.(BLD) Day 8
- Breakfast, arrival in Yaroslavl, sightseeing tour including visit to Spassky Monastery with Transfiguration of the Savior, richly frescoed Church of St. Elijah the Prophet, costumed performance at the Governor palace, lunch and BBQ dinner on board.(BLD) Day 9
- Breakfast, arrival in Uglich, sightseeing tour including visit to St. Dmitry-on-the-Blood Church and Transfiguration Cathedral, concert of choral music at St. John’s Church, lunch and Farewell dinner on board.(BLD) Day 10
- Breakfast, arrival in Moscow, disembarkation, 09:30-17:30 panoramic city tour, lunch in the Moscow City Skyscraper restaurant, visit to Novodevichy Cemetery (entrance), transfer to Hotel St. Regis Nikolskaya***** or Ararat Park Hyatt*****, check-in.(BL) Day 11
- Breakfast, 09:30-17:30 visit to Kremlin including Armory Museum (entrance), lunch at city restaurant, walk around Red Square, St. Basil’s Cathedral (entrance), visit to GUM Department Store (entrance), walk through the newly designed Park Zaryadye.(BL) Day 12
- Breakfast, 10:00-18:00 visit to Leo Tolstoy House-Museum in Hamovniki (entrance), lunch at city restaurant, visit to Tretyakov Art Gallery (entrance) and Moscow Metro tour.(BL) Day 13
- Breakfast, transfer to the airport, departure flight.(B)
Russia
Russian River Cruise (St. Petersburg - Moscow) - ...
11 days
$ 312 / day
$ 3,430
From :
$ 4,802
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
3- Moderate
Lodging Level :
You'll stay in no-frills, but clean and comfortable, hotels or guesthouses. A 'Basic' trip might also involve a few nights of camping.
Basic (2*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Day 1
- Embarkation in St. Petersburg, welcome meeting, dinner on board. (D) Day 2
- Breakfast, city sightseeing tour of St.Petersburg, visit to Peter and Paul fortress, lunch at local restaurant, visit to Hermitage Art Museum (entrance), dinner on board. (BLD) Day 3
- Breakfast, optional excursion to Zarskoye Selo with visit to Catherine’s Palace (entrance) and to Peterhof with visit to the Lower Park (entrance) lunch and dinner on board, set sail, Captain’s Welcome Cocktail Reception. (BLD) Day 4
- Breakfast, arrival in Mandrogui, “Green Stop”, walking to a typical Russian village, BBQ lunch ashore and dinner on board. (BLD) Day 5
- Breakfast, arrival on Kizhi Island, visit to the Open Air Museum of Wooden Architecture (entrance), the Transfiguration Cathedral, Intercession Cathedral and a traditional Izba, visit to Captain’s Bridge, lunch and dinner on board. (BLD) Day 6
- Breakfast, arrival in Goritsy, visit to the Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery (entrance) and Museum of Icons (entrance), lunch and pirate dinner on board.(BLD) Day 7
- Breakfast, arrival in Yaroslavl, city sightseeing tour and including visit to the Church of the Ilja the Prophet, the Church of St. Nicolas the Wonderworker (entrance) and to the Art Gallery in the Governor’s House (entrance), lunch and dinner on board. (BLD) Day 8
- Breakfast, arrival in Uglich, city sightseeing tour including visit to Kremlin, Dmitry on the Blood Church and Transfiguration Cathedral, lunch and Captain’s Dinner on board. (BLD) Day 9
- Breakfast, arrival in Moscow, city sightseeing tour of Moscow, optional visit to Tretyakov Gallery (entrance), lunch and dinner on board. (BLD) Day 10
- Breakfast, visit to the Kremlin including one cathedral (entrance), optional visit to Novodevichy Convent (entrance), lunch and dinner on board.(BLD) Day 11
- Breakfast, disembarkation.(B)
Russia
Imperial Russia Train - From Beijing through Mong ...
15 days
$ 1,301 / day
$ 19,520
From :
$ 26,352
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Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
3- Moderate
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Day 1: Welcome to Beijing
- Arrival in Beijing, you immediately dive into the life of this vibrant city, during the city tour you will visit the Forbidden City, home to 24 emperors between 1368 and 1911, the Hutongs and the Tiananmen Square which has great cultural significance as it was the site of several key events in Chinese history, the world’s largest city square and an enduring symbol of China’s national pride, it is surrounded by many imposing buildings including the Heavenly Gate (entry to the Forbidden City), the Great Hall of the People and Chairman Mao’s Mausoleum. In the afternoon transfer to Hotel Regent Beijing***** (or similar), check-in, dinner at restaurant Day 2: Beijing, the Great Wall of China
- Breakfast at hotel, city tour including visit to the Great Wall of China, a powerful symbol of ancient Chinese civilization, the eighth wonder of the world. It took more than one million people and ten years to build the Great Wall of China, designed as a defensive structure. You can walk along the wall, through the watchtowers and enjoy superb views as it snakes across the hills and mountains. Lunch at a city restaurant. In the afternoon visit to the Summer Palace. Traditional Beijing duck dinner at a local restaurant. Day 3: Beijing, Boarding the Train
- Breakfast at hotel, free time, in the afternoon you board the comfortable Chinese charter train, which will bring you to the Chinese-Mongolian border, lunch and dinner onboard. Day 4: Erlian, Through The Gobi Desert
- Breakfast on board, the train pulls towards the Chinese-Mongolian border. Erlian, the border town, is a military post and the greatest hub for Chinese-Mongolian cross border trade. After border formalities, you are welcome onboard the «Imperial Russia» Train that will become your home until your arrival in Moscow. Lunch and dinner on board. Day 5: Ulaanbaatar, Terelj National Park
- Breakfast on board, in the morning you arrive in Ulaanbaatar, the capital of Mongolia, transfer to Terelj National Park where you will be introduced to the nomadic way of life of many Mongolians today. Lunch at the Ger Camp, tour of the National Park including excursion to the Turtle Rock, hiking tour to the top of the hill to have a wonderful view, visit a nomadic family. Traditional Mongolian dinner and overnight in the Ger camp. Day 6: Ulaanbaatar, Boarding “Imperial Russia” Train
- After breakfast you travel back to Ulaanbaatar to explore this historic city. You will visit the Gandan Monastery and Sukhe Bator Square. After Mongolian BBQ lunch at a local restaurant you will visit Bogd Khaan Winter Palace and the National Museum of History, climb to the Zaisan Hill, enjoy a stunning Mongolian cultural performance and the famous throat singing. Dinner at a city restaurant. In the evening you are welcome back onboard the “Imperial Russia” Train to continue the trip towards Russia. Day 7: Ulan-Ude
- Breakfast on board, today the train stops in Ulan-Ude, the capital of Buryatia. A special spiritual experience is a visit to an active Datsan during the city tour, reception in a traditional Buryat yurt with local welcome, you will learn how to cook traditional “pozy”, play dice, wear traditional costume and enjoy a colorful and spectacular folklore program of the Buryats’ culture. In the evening board the train to continue the voyage. Dinner on board. Day 8: Lake Baikal
- Breakfast on board, arrival in Port Baikal. Ferry trip to Listvyanka, a Siberian village on the shores of Lake Baikal, the deepest Lake in the world that contains the fifth part of the Earth’s fresh water. You will visit the unique Baikal Museum dedicated to flora and fauna of the lake, the observation point at the Chersky Stone with a stunning view on the lake and the Angara River. After lunch at a local restaurant you will visit the fish and souvenir market. Return to Port Baikal, the journey continues along the original route of the Trans-Siberian Railway along the shore of Lake Baikal. You will enjoy barbeque dinner on the shore of the lake. Day 9: Irkutsk
- Breakfast on board, today the train arrives in Irkutsk, one of the largest cities in Siberia. The city has preserved quite a few of historical buildings and monuments. During the city tour you will see the picturesque wooden houses, visit the Decembrists’ Museum that will unfold the story of failed uprising of Russian aristocrats who were exiled to Irkutsk. Lunch at a city restaurant, in the afternoon an excursion to Open-air Museum Taltsy, located in the picturesque place on the bank of the Angara River, focusing on life and work in historical Siberia, spend some free time strolling through Irkutskaya Sloboda. Dinner at a city restaurant. In the evening board the train. Day 10: Trans-Siberia
- The train keeps traveling through Siberia. Today enjoy your stay and various activities onboard. You may spend your time having a drink at the bar with your fellow travelers or stay in your cabin and follow the changing scenery. The train passes by villages with their typical wooden houses and through the birch forests, enjoy the relaxing day in anticipation of the next stop. Breakfast, lunch, dinner on board. Day: 11 Novosibirsk
- Breakfast on board, arrival in Novosibirsk, the heart of Siberia, the city tour will start at the railway station with the visit to the local Railway Museum dedicated to the legendary Trans-Siberian Railway. After lunch at a city restaurant the tour will continue on the embankment of the Ob River, main squares and ancient streets of the city. The Ballet and Opera House will impress you with its monumental architecture, it is known as the biggest theater building in the country. Board the train and enjoy dinner onboard. Day 12: Yekaterinburg
- Breakfast on board, arrival in Yekaterinburg, the historical capital of the Urals, city tour dedicated to the family of the last Russian Tsar and their last days. During the tour you will visit the memorial Church on the Blood to commemorate the tragic events that took place in the city. After lunch in downtown you will visit the memorial that marks the borderline between Europe and Asia, you will have an opportunity to be in both continents at the same time. Departure from Yekaterinburg and continue the trip. Enjoy dinner onboard. Day 13: Kazan
- Breakfast on board, in the morning arrival in Kazan, the capital of Tatarstan, city tour to explore the Old Kazan, visit to the Kazan Kremlin (UNESCO World Cultural Heritage) with its wonderful panoramic view over the Volga River and enjoy the folklore program that will give you an insight into the Tatar national epic. You will taste local cuisine during lunch including a cooking master class revealing the secrets of Tatar cuisine. Later this afternoon you board the train and continue the trip. Dinner onboard. Day 14: Moscow
- Breakfast on board, arrival in Moscow, disembarkation, city tour of Moscow including visit to Red Square, the very heart of Moscow, with picturesque St. Basil’s Cathedral, visit to the Kremlin, one of the best-known monuments in Russia and in the world, the former residence of the Russian Tsars. Lunch at a city restaurant, continue the city tour including Cathedral of Christ the Savior, tour of Moscow Metro, enjoy some time in down town strolling along the ancient Arbat Street with its numerous cafes and souvenir shops. In late afternoon transfer to Hotel Baltschug Kempinski***** (or similar), check-in, dinner at restaurant DAY 15: Departure from Moscow
- Breakfast at hotel, transfer from the hotel to the airport, End Of the trip.
Russia
Imperial Russia Train - From Moscow via Lake Baik ...
15 days
$ 1,301 / day
$ 19,520
From :
$ 26,352
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
3- Moderate
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Day 1: Welcome to Moscow
- Arrival in Moscow, meet and greet at the airport, transfer from airport to Hotel Baltschug Kempinski***** (or similar), check-in Day 2: Moscow, Boarding “Imperial Russia” Train
- Breakfast at hotel, city tour of Moscow including Cathedral of Christ the Savior and view of Moscow on the Lenin Hills, Moscow University and other historical sites, enjoy tour of Moscow Metro. After lunch at a city restaurant, you will explore the Red Square, the very heart of Moscow, with picturesque St. Basil’s Cathedral, visit the Kremlin, one of the best-known monuments in Russia and in the world, the former residence of the Russian Tsars. Enjoy some time in down town strolling along the ancient Arbat Street with its numerous cafes and souvenir shops. In the evening you are welcome onboard the «Imperial Russia» Train, enjoy dinner onboard and get to know your travel companions Day 3: Kazan
- Breakfast on board, in the morning arrival in Kazan, the capital of Tatarstan, city tour to explore the Old Kazan, visit to the Kazan Kremlin (UNESCO World Cultural Heritage) with its wonderful panoramic view over the Volga River and enjoy the folklore program that will give you an insight into the Tatar national epic. You will taste local cuisine during lunch including a cooking master class revealing the secrets of Tatar cuisine. Later this afternoon you board the train and continue the trip. Dinner onboard Day 4: Yekaterinburg
- Breakfast on board, arrival in Yekaterinburg, the historical capital of the Urals, city tour dedicated to the family of the last Russian Tsar and their last days. During the tour you will visit the memorial Church on the Blood to commemorate the tragic events that took place in the city. After lunch in downtown you will visit the memorial that marks the borderline between Europe and Asia, you will have an opportunity to be in both continents at the same time. In the evening you board the train and continue the trip. Tonight enjoy dinner onboard. Day 5: Novosibirsk
- Breakfast on board, arrival in Novosibirsk, the heart of Siberia, the city tour will start at the railway station with the visit to the local Railway Museum dedicated to the legendary Trans-Siberian Railway. After lunch at a city restaurant the tour will continue on the embankment of the Ob River, main squares and ancient streets of the city. The Ballet and Opera House will impress you with its monumental architecture, it is known as the biggest theater building in the country. Board the train and enjoy dinner onboard. Day 6: Trans-Siberia
- The train crosses the wide Yenisei River and rolls on through Siberia. Today enjoy your stay and various activities onboard. The train passes by villages with their typical wooden houses and through the birch forests, enjoy the relaxing day in anticipation of the next stop. Breakfast, lunch, dinner on board. Day 7: Irkutsk
- Breakfast on board, today the train arrives in Irkutsk, one of the largest cities in Siberia. The city has preserved quite a few of historical buildings and monuments. During the city tour you will see the picturesque wooden houses, visit the Decembrists’ Museum that will unfold the story of failed uprising of Russian aristocrats who were exiled to Irkutsk. Lunch at a city restaurant, in the afternoon an excursion to Open-air Museum Taltsy, located in the picturesque place on the bank of the Angara River, focusing on life and work in historical Siberia, spend some free time strolling through Irkutskaya Sloboda. Dinner at a city restaurant. In the evening board the train. Day 8: Lake Baikal
- Arrival in Port Baikal. After breakfast you board a motor ship to sail to Listvyanka, a Siberian village on the shores of Lake Baikal, the deepest Lake in the world that contains the fifth part of the Earth’s fresh water. You will visit the unique Baikal Museum dedicated to flora and fauna of the lake, the observation point at the Chersky Stone with a stunning view on the lake and the Angara River. After lunch at a local restaurant you will visit the fish and souvenir market. Return to Port Baikal, the journey continues along the original route of the Trans-Siberian Railway along the shore of Lake Baikal. You will enjoy barbeque dinner on the shore of the lake Day 9: Ulan-Ude
- Breakfast on board, today the train stops in Ulan-Ude, the capital of Buryatia. A special spiritual experience is a visit to an active Datsan during the city tour, reception in a traditional Buryat yurt with local welcome, you learn how to cook traditional “pozy”, play dice, wear traditional costume and enjoy colorful and spectacular folklore program of the Buryats’ culture. In the evening board the train to continue the voyage. Dinner on board. Day 10: Ulaanbaatar, Terelj National Park
- Breakfast on board, in the morning you arrive in Ulaanbaatar, the capital of Mongolia. During the city tour you will visit the Sukhe Bator Square and Zaisan, then drive to Terelj National Park where you will be introduced to the nomadic way of life of many Mongolians today. Lunch at the Ger Camp, tour of the National Park including visit to the Turtle Rock, hiking tour to the top of the hill to have a wonderful view. Traditional Mongolian dinner and overnight in the Ger camp. Day 11: Ulaanbaatar
- After breakfast you travel back to Ulaanbaatar to explore this historic city. You will visit the Gandan Monastery, Bogd Khaan Winter Palace and the National Museum of History. After BBQ lunch at a local restaurant you enjoy a stunning Mongolian cultural performance and the famous throat singing. In the evening you are welcome back onboard the train to continue the trip towards China. Dinner onboard. Day 12: Crossing The Gobi Desert, Erlian
- Breakfast on board. The train pulls towards the Chinese border through the Gobi Desert. Erlian, the border town, is a military post and the greatest hub for Chinese-Mongolian cross border trade. Due to the different track gauges the «Imperial Russia» Train cannot continue towards Beijing. You will board the comfortable Chinese charter train, which will bring you to the capital of China. Lunch and dinner on board. Day 13: Welcome to Beijing
- Breakfast on board, arrival in Beijing. During the city tour you will visit the Forbidden City, home to 24 emperors between 1368 and 1911, the Hutongs and Tiananmen Square which has great cultural significance as it was the site of several key events in Chinese history, the world’s largest city square and an enduring symbol of China’s national pride, it is surrounded by many imposing buildings including the Heavenly Gate (entry to the Forbidden City), the Great Hall of the People and Chairman Mao’s Mausoleum. Lunch at a city restaurant. In the afternoon check-in at Hotel Regent Beijing***** (or similar). Traditional Beijing duck dinner at a local restaurant. Day 14: Beijing, The Great Wall Of China
- Breakfast at hotel, city tour including visit to the Great Wall of China, a powerful symbol of ancient Chinese civilization, the eighth wonder of the world. It took more than one million people and ten years to build the Great Wall of China, designed as a defensive structure. You can walk along the wall, through the watchtowers and enjoy superb views as it snakes across the hills and mountains. Lunch at a city restaurant. In the afternoon visit to the Summer Palace. Dinner at a city restaurant. Day 15: Departure from Beijing
- Breakfast at hotel, transfer from hotel to the airport, end of the trip.
Russia
Russian Capitals New Year
8 days
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Travel Style :
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Mixed
Physical Level :
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
3- Moderate
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Day 1 – Tuesday: Arrival St. Petersburg
- Arrival in St. Petersburg, transfer to Hotel Ambassador**** or Similar check-in, welcome meeting, optional welcome dinner at the hote Day 2 – Wednesday: St. Petersburg
- St. Petersburg is an amazing city. Its imperial palaces and museums enjoy worldwide fame, while the Neva River and the many canals have deservedly given the city the title “The Venice of the North”. When the city is covered in snow it has a special romantic atmosphere. During the morning sightseeing tour we get acquainted with all the splendors of the city: the Winter Palace, St. Isaac’s Cathedral, the Church of the Bleeding Savior, the Nevsky Convent and much more. The afternoon offers an optional visit to Zarskoye Selo with the impressive Catherine’s Palace and the Amber Room, which vanished during World War II and was restored for St. Petersburg’s tri-centennial celebrations, after we continue to Pavlovsk and experience real Russian winter adventure in a troika ride. (B) Day 3 – Thursday: St. Petersburg
- The morning is offered optional visit to the world-famous Hermitage Art Museum. In the evening we enjoy an optional fabulous Russian New Year Gala at the hotel. (B) Day 4 – Friday: St. Petersburg
- The optional tour this morning offers a visit to a holy mass in the Orthodox Kazan Cathedral, dedicated to Our Lady of Kazan, one of the most venerated icons in Russia, and a visit to the Yusupov Palace, once a residence of one of the wealthiest and most influential families in Russia. The Palace on the Moika River was built in the middle of the 18th century and impresses with magnificence of decoration and style as well as its historical past. In the evening enjoy an optional farewell dinner at Restaurant Demidov. (B) Day 5 – Saturday: St. Petersburg, Moscow
- Morning at leisure, around noon we go to the Moscow railway station and board the Sapsan high-speed train bound for Moscow. The train ride takes us through endless snow-cladded Russian landscapes along the River Volga. In the evening we arrive to Moscow and check in at Hotel Mercure Arbat Moscow**** or similar. (B) Day 6 – Sunday: Moscow
- Moscow, the Mother of Russia, is a genuine Russian city with the Kremlin and its onion domed cathedrals. The dramatic changes over the last decade have made the city to one of the most dynamic metropolis in the world. The morning sightseeing tour includes all the highlights of the vast city: the Red Square with Kremlin, the Theatre Square with Bolshoi Theatre, Sparrow Hills with Moscow University and a visit to the famous Moscow Metro including the historical stations on the Ring-Line. In the afternoon is offered an optional excursion to the Kremlin grounds, where we see Ivan the Great Bell Tower and visit one of the cathedrals. The evening offers an optional ice-breaker cruise on the Moscow River to admire the illuminated center of Moscow by night. (B) Day 7 – Monday: Moscow
- The morning offers an optional excursion to Novodevichy Convent, a 16th century cluster of sparkling domes, one of the city’s most beautiful groups of buildings and full of history and treasures. The adjacent Novodevichy Cemetery is Moscow‘s most prestigious resting place after the Kremlin. The balance of the day is reserved for an optional excursion to the Tretyakov Gallery with its outstanding collection of French impressionists. The evening offers an optional dinner at Restaurant on the 29th floor of one of the seven famous high-rises of Moscow. (B) Day 8 – Tuesday: Moscow
- Transfer to the airport. (B)
Russia
Russian River Cruise (Moscow - St. Petersburg) - ...
12 days
$ 368 / day
$ 4,410
From :
$ 5,424
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
3- Moderate
Lodging Level :
3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Comfort (4*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Day 1
- Embarkation in Moscow, welcome meeting, dinner on board.(D) Day 2
- Breakfast, city sightseeing tour of St.Petersburg, visit to Peter and Paul fortress, lunch at local restaurant, visit to Hermitage Art Museum (entrance), dinner on board.(BLD) Day 3
- Breakfast, optional excursion to Sergiev Posad with visit to the Trinity Monastery (entrance), lunch and dinner on board, set sail, Captain’s Welcome Cocktail Reception.(BLD) Day 4
- Breakfast, arrival in Uglich, walking city tour including visit to Kremlin, Dmitry on the Blood Church and Transfiguration Cathedral, lunch and dinner on board.(BLD) Day 5
- Breakfast, arrival in Yaroslavl, bus city sightseeing tour including visit to the Church of the Ilja the Prophet, the Church of St. Nicolas the Wonderworker (entrance), Interactive tour of Art Gallery in the Governor’s House (entrance), visit to local market, lunch and dinner on board.(BLD) Day 6
- Breakfast, arrival in Goritsy, visit to the Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery (entrance) and Museum of Icon (entrance), lunch and dinner on board.(BLD) Day 7
- Breakfast, arrival on Kizhi Island, visit to the Open Air Museum of Wooden Architecture (entrance), the Transfiguration Cathedral, Intercession Cathedral and a traditional Izba, visit to Captain’s Bridge, lunch and pirate dinner on board.(BLD) Day 8
- Breakfast, arrival in Mandrogui, “Green Stop”, walking tour to typical Russian village and visit to Vodka-Museum, BBQ lunch ashore and Captain’s Dinner on board.(BLD) Day 9
- Breakfast, city sightseeing tour of St.Petersburg, visit to Peter and Paul fortress, lunch at local restaurant, visit to Hermitage Art Museum (entrance), dinner on board.(BLD) Day 10
- Breakfast, optional excursion to Zarskoye Selo with visit to Catherine’s Palace (entrance) and to Pavlovsk with visit to Pavlovsk Palace(entrance), lunch and dinner on board.(BLD) Day 11
- Breakfast, excursion to Peterhof with visit to the Lower Parks (entrance), optional Canal Tour, lunch and dinner on board.(BLD) Day 12
- Breakfast, disembarkation.(B)
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