During this extraordinary journey to very special, unique places you will get to know the beautiful, largest freshwater lake in the world, Baikal, and the mighty Altai Mountains, old Irkutsk town and scientific centre of Russia, Novosibirsk. You will ride by the famous Trans-Siberian train, you will see the Siberian countryside and you will definitely enjoy the hospitality of Siberian people!

If heritage and local culture are what you seek when you travel, then look no further than our Russian World Heritage Site tour. Explore the cultural landmarks of Moscow, St Petersburg., Golden Ring, Kazan & Veliky Novgorod on this 13-day adventure into Russia's history. All the top attractions, plus an insight of Russia's unique UNESCO Sites like the Trinity Sergius Lavra in Sergiev Posad, medieval monuments of Veliky Novgorod and iconic landmarks of small ancient towns. Experience the real Russia!

Our Signature tour: History and Art. A private collection of in-depth cultural experiences. Travel back in time to the real Russia, visit the oldest and most exciting sightseeing locations beyond and around Moscow: UNESCO World Heritage Sites, traditional wooden architecture, the Volga River, amazing ancient monasteries with centuries of history and drama behind them. What distinguishes the Golden Ring tour from so many others is our no-rush approach and careful selection of highlights. You’ll get so much more from each of the locations you visit with Discovery Russia.

This tour combines classic Baikal adventures and a trip deep into the taiga, to hide away in a very remote and isolated manner, accessible only by a 4X4 or a helicopter. Russian bears inhabit the area in abundance and you will have a guaranteed and safe bear viewing in the wilderness.

Take an opportunity to visit the largest cities of Russia and Ukraine in just two weeks. Get deep into the spirit of mighty Moscow, magnificent St Petersburg, and lovely Kazan. Spend a few days exploring Kiev, Odessa, and Lviv - Ukrainian cities with centuries-old history and unforgettable atmosphere. The tour performs both the tranquillity of ancient cities and modern spirit. Book now to get an unforgettable experience!

For centuries the Northern Seaway was the only path that connected ancient Russia with Europe. Once Russia established routes to the Baltic and Black seas, the importance of the Pomory region dwindled and with the passing of time, the entire area became the preserve of old and diminishing Russian cultures. The Soviet period added more drama to the history of the Pomory region, as many gulag prisons were located here.

Real Winter. Real Russia. Visit Oymyakon, the coldest permanently inhabited locales on Earth, when Yakutsk itself is the coldest major city in the world. More records? Verkhoyansk holds the Guinness world record for the greatest temperature range on Earth. Indigenous cultures, homestay and once-in-a-lifetime experience awaits!

The scenic cities along Russia’s grand Volga River have hosted some of the most significant events in the history of Russia. On this journey, you’ll cruise from Moscow to St. Petersburg, discover iconic onion-domed churches, and stroll through cultural gems. This cruise runs vice versa.