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Trip of a lifetime , got to know the country and its people amazingly impressive
Our guide made us all welcome and so endearing , always there for our every need . The diversity of our group is another learning pleasant experience . Thanks again ...
B
Rating Tour Guide: I can only say 5 Star (and more) all the way
She gave more than expected, always went the "Extra Mile" .Always has a smile on her face. Definitely a people person and she must be seen as a true asset to your co...
L
Olga is an excellent guide
She is kind, funny, knowledgable and organised. Olga's knowledge of art made the Hermitage extra enjoyable - she knew some really interesting facts about the pieces....
C
The tour was excellent
We were met at the airport with no dramas. Our hotel was great and our guide was excellent. Next time we would do a longer tour and possibly allow an extra day at th...
V
Guide was excellent /competent / friendly / made the tour fascinating
She was knowledgeable and communicated well
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I must say that I really enjoyed the tour
The accommodation was top-notch, the meals were pleasant and the transportation well suited for our needs. Our guide was very nice and professional and ensured that ...
D
Wow what an amazing experience we had on the Vodka Shot tour
Olga, our guide was fantastic. From the moment we arrived she was there waiting for us and throughout our entire trip she was a pleasure to be with. So full of histo...
A
I’ve travelled a lot and was very impressed with the whole trip
It was well organized and our guide was excellent and very knowledgeable about the area. I would definitely do another tour with On the Go. I have already recommend...
C
I had a fantastic trip, Dasha is a wonderful tour guide, she is very intelligent and charming, she is very passionate and knowledgeable about both St Petersburg and Moscow
I always felt confident that she knew what she was doing with regards to the itinerary and any other activities. The time went in really quickly at the end I did fee...
S
Dasha was extremely knowledgeable and passionate about her country
The history of St Petersburg came to light when she spoke about her home city. The Tour itself was good, if but a scratch on the surface of a fascinating country ov...
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J
Anastasia was the best guide
She was friendly,extremely helpful,taking the time & going out of her way to help.
K
Covered all of the highlights of St Petersburg and Moscow
Tour guide was very knowledgeable and had a real passion for Russian history.
M
I got everything I wanted from the tour & more
It was a great introduction to Russia & I would consi...
T
Natalia was very switched on and understood the history and culture behind Russia
She was very patient and always went the extra mile for our group considering we had such a diverse range of ages and interests. The tour is great, the accommodatio...
M
Natalia was awesome! This tour is an excellent blend of scheduled tours and free time
I really enjoyed this holiday.
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Natalya Abrosimova was our guide - she was just fabulous
A lovely guide, very knowledgable and flexible in her approach. She looked after us and was very approachable and friendly. She was like part of the group - I would...
D
Dasha was an amazing tour guide who was so nice and knowledgable about the local history and culture
As this was my first ever guided tour experience, she made it so enjoyable that I would definitely do it again. The tour itself was very well organised despite a cou...
A
Tatiana was an outstanding guide and really made the tour
And I don't say that flippantly. She was vastly knowledgeable (particularly in St Petersburg), had a great command of English and a wicked sense of humor. In additio...
J
Excellent tour that covered the must-see highlights in a comfortable and efficient pace with a nice balance of tour time and free time
Our tour guide, Tatiana, was very personable and engaging, and her enthusiasm, passion and knowledge of Russian culture and history was clearly evident. Tatiana was...
G
I have just got back from my fantastic tour of Russia (Vodka Shot) and absolutely loved every minute! Our tour guide Tatiana was absolutely fantastic
She was not only incredibly knowledgeable having lived in St Petersburg her whole life, but she made it so much fun telling us unusual facts and telling us interesti...
Editor’s Take
What to Look for in Russia Tour Reviews
Most trip reviews tend to focus on some or all of these 5 key areas, not all of which may be relevant to you: the tour guide, travel company, service level, country or countries traveled in, and the trip itinerary.
Remember, just because you see a 1 star review doesn’t necessarily mean that person disliked the country.
Russia tour reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with an average rating of 4.5/5 stars and a 93% recommendation rate. Value, guide, activities, lodging, transportation, and meals categories are all rated at a consistent 4.5/5 stars.
Many travelers rave about the itineraries offered for the top tourist destinations (Saint Petersburg and Moscow). The authenticity of the tours and exposure to the culture are also commended. Other positive aspects mentioned in reviews are the level of experience of guides and the expert planning behind excursions. While most find the fast-paced, packed itineraries positive, some travelers find the pacing to be a little too rushed. These travelers tend to rate these trips 4/5 stars instead of 5/5.
Reviews on the more negative end of the spectrum focus heavily on the disappointment in “optional activities” that are not included in the base price of the tour. Although these optional excursions are a common practice with many tour companies, they can be confusing and frustrating if you are not expecting them. Other focuses of lower rated tours mention hotel proximity to tourist sights and the effective use of free time offered. Overall, the majority of reviews mention positive experiences and aspects of Russia tours.
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