Winter Eastbound: St Petersburg to Vladivostok

Name: Winter Eastbound: St Petersburg to Vladivostok
Location: Russia

Type:Private

Season:December - February

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Duration:20 days

Grade:Moderate Consider some walking (about 2 hours per day).

Destinations:St. Petersburg Moscow Kazan Yekaterinburg Irkutsk Lake Baikal Vladivostok

Rate:from $6,280 USD per person

The Winter Trans-Siberian train journey is the perfect way to immerse yourself in the heart of Russia, offering a blend of stunning natural beauty and rich cultural experiences. As you travel through endless snowy landscapes, you’ll pass by iconic landmarks like the Kremlin and the Hermitage, each steeped in history. This journey is especially magical during the Christmas and New Year season, offering a chance to celebrate the holidays in true Russian style.

Ride 10,000 km (over 6,000 miles) through Russia's winter fairy tale
- Travel through 8 time zones with overnight stops at Russia's fascinating cities and natural wonders
- Discover St Petersburg, Moscow, Kazan, Yekaterinburg, Irkutsk & Vladivostok on our included guided tours
- Explore famous Lake Baikal & experience husky dog sledding
- Cross frozen Lake Baikal on a hoverboat & adore transparent ice
- See endless snow-covered Russia from your train compartment's window
- Drink a glass of champagne at Europe - Asia border: one hand in Europe, another in Asia!
- Immerse yourself into rich Russian history and culture, taste cuisine, meet new people. Russia's fully open for travel
- Custom on request: any duration, stops and activities en-route. We tailor
- Enjoy the best places to stay, to eat, to go out and have fun - safe and secure with the tour operator, that specializes in Russia
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Dates & rates

1st Class 1st class (2-berth compartment long-haul trains/economy fare bullet train/economy fare local flights) 2nd Class 2nd class (4-berth compartment long-haul trains/economy fare bullet train/economy fare local flights)

from St. Petersburg to Moscow by train fare by high-speed train, standard class, 4 hours ride. Please inquire about business or 1st class upgrade and flight options economy

from Moscow to Kazan by train fare first class economy

from Kazan to Yekaterinburg by train fare first class economy

from Yekaterinburg to Irkutsk by train fare first class economy

from Lake Baikal to Vladivostok by train fare first class economy

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Inclusions

Accommodation

3-, 4- or 5-star hotel of your choice, hand-picked by our staff for their excellent amenities and central location
4 nights St Petersburg // 2 nights Moscow with late check-out // 1 night Kazan with early check-in // 2 nights Yekaterinburg with late check-out // 2 nights Listvyanka (Lake Baikal) // 1 night Irkutsk // 1 night Vladivostok with early check-in
6 nights on board

Meals

Full breakfast at the hotels (except Day 1)
3 lunches: Buryat lunch at Lake Baikal // Russian lunch in Taltsy with tea and honey degustation // Tatar cooking master-class with lunch in Kazan
Group tour: Welcome dinner & Farewell dinner
Group tour: welcome dinner (touring from St Petersburg)

Transportation

Train 2nd class train compartment as per itinerary
from St. Petersburg to Moscow by train fare economy
from Moscow to Kazan by train fare economy
from Kazan to Yekaterinburg by train fare economy
from Yekaterinburg to Irkutsk by train fare economy
from Lake Baikal to Vladivostok by train fare economy

Superior trains on the route with a/c, heaters and dining carriage for your comfort. 1st class: one place in 2-seats compartment. 2nd class: one place in 4-seats compartment. If you'd like more privacy, we can buy out an entire compartment for you.
Meet & greet at the airports/train stations
Private return airport/train station transfers
Private transportation on tours as per program in a comfortable a/c car/minivan/bus (except on walking tours)
Metro pass in Moscow

Activities

Troyka ride
Dog Sledding
Tatar cooking master-class with lunch
Take a glass of champagne at Europe-Asia border
Tea and cakes degustation at Taltsy

Sightseeing

Full-day (8 hours) guided tour of St Petersburg: Highlights include Winter Palace and the Hermitage, Isaac Cathedral, Kazan Cathedral, Peter & Paul Fortress and Cathedral, and Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood
Day (6 hours) guided tour of Pushkin/Tsarskoe Selo: Highlights include Catherine’s palace & Amber room, Troyka ride experience
Full-day (8 hours) guided tour of Moscow: Highlights include the Moscow Kremlin, the Kremlin Armory, the Red Square, Saint Basil's Cathedral (outside), GUM, the Bolshoi Theatre (outside), Novodevichy Convent (outside), Sparrow hills, Christmas markets
Full-day (8 hours) guided tour of Moscow: Highlights include the State Tretyakov Gallery, Kolomenskoe Estate, metro tour
Full-day (8 hours) guided tour of Kazan: Highlights include the Kazan Kremlin, Kul Sharif Mosque, Syumbike tower, Old Tatar village
Full-day (8 hours) guided tour of Yekaterinburg: Highlights include Ipatiev House/Church of All Saints, Ganina Yama, Stone Museum, Verkhnyaya Pyshma field military museum of UMMC, Europe-Asia border
Guided tour to Taltsy Open Air Siberian Museum
Full-day (8 hours) guided tour of Listvyanka (Lake Baikal): Highlights include Baikal Museum of Limnology, Shaman Rock, Chersky Stone observation point & cable car, local souvenir market, dog sledding
Half-day (~4 hours) guided tour of Irkutsk: Highlights include the Decembrist Museum
Full-day (6 hours) guided tour of Vladivostok: Highlights include harbour, Submarine S-56, Golden Bridge, viewpoint Eagle’s Nest, Vokzalnaya Square, the monument of the Trans-Siberian Railway, Vladivostok fortress museum

We value your comfort

Dedicated local English-speaking guide in all places as per program
24/7 support before and during your trip with us
Best places to stay, to eat, to go out and have fun - safe and secure with the tour operator that specializes in Russia. Tips already included
Group tours are fully escorted by a bilingual tour director
Maximum group size 16 people

Entrance tickets & visas

Entrance tickets to all included sightseeing attractions (except optional)
Russian Visa supporting documents, including an official visa invitation letter, and step-by-step guide on how to apply for your visa

CHECK OUT WHAT OTHERS SAY ABOUT TRAVELLING WITH US

Walter, Canada, September 2024: Safe and friendly to all

Of all my journeys and travels, the Trans-Siberian tour will remain the most impressive experience on my list.

Not only because I saw the pearls of European architecture in the form of the palaces of St. Petersburg, or because I could watch this former Russian capital traveling around the city through its numerous canals, or because I could walk on the cobblestones of the famous Red Square or through the halls of Tretyakov Gallery in Moscow, but also because I could witness the vastness of Siberia, its untouched nature and wet my feet in shrouded in many legends and mysteries - Baikal Lake.

For those who have decided to jump on this train, I encourage you to take it all the way to Vladivostok, a beautiful European city at the at the end of the Asian continent. All this under guidance and help from Discover Russia competent employees, knowledgeable tour guides and friendly train staff, trying to make our journey as pleasant and comfortable as possible. Well deserved Five Stars for all involved in organizing this adventure

Nathan Adams, Australia: Travelled on the Trans - Siberian Railway in December - January

What can i say. Since the moment i made contact from Australia and was thinking of a new adventure in Russia the communication, the staff, the ease of use, the price all came into play. Out of that i received friendship, laughs, experiences, memories and of course A holiday I will cherish in more ways than one. If you're considering Russia. Yes. Do it. All the way, you will love it. Food, history, people, experiences (and of course a few cheeky drinks).

If you're looking for a team that will make it happen. Yes. Discovery Russia is your team, from abroad, back home and on the ground. It's my last day of a 18 day holiday to Russia. The people on tour, the team/guides. I m going to miss them all. Your inclusions will leave you exhausted, but so glad you choose it all. I know I'm coming back.