Trans-Siberian Express
Moscow — Vladivostok

Highlights

The true Trans-Siberian, this incredible rail journey from Russia’s opulent capital to its easternmost coast traverses an unbelievable seven time zones. Vladivostok, a naval outpost forbidden to foreigners for so long, is now well and truly open for business. The suggested itinerary below includes a stop at Irkutsk for Lake Baikal - the world’s oldest and deepest freshwater lake.

Itinerary

Day 1. Welcome to Russia!

We will meet you at the airport in Moscow. And we will take you to a hotel where you can rest from your flight.

Day 2. Moscow

Enjoy a free day in Moscow to explore the capital’s historic treasures at leisure or book optional excursions. Take an evening transfer to the railway station for the train to Irkutsk.

Day 3, 4, 5. Moscow — Irkutsk

Photographer Ruslan Galeev Pass through Perm, Yekaterinburg and Omsk on the train to Irkutsk.

Day 6. Irkutsk

Arrive in Irkutsk, transfer to the hotel and check in for two nights. Perhaps spend time exploring the city with its ornate Decembrist cabins and colourful Orthodox cathedrals.

Day 7. Baikal

Embark on a full-day excursion to the small Siberian village of Listvyanka, scenically perched on the shores of the great Lake Baikal. In the summer months travel one way by hydrofoil, returning by car via the Taltsy Ethnographic Museum.

Day 8, 9, 10. Irkutsk - Vladivostok

Today take the morning train around the southern shore of Lake Baikal to Ulan Ude and enjoy stunning lake views. On arrival in the mid-afternoon transfer to the h. After some time to freshen up, enjoy a short city tour of Ulan Ude with your local guide.
Located significantly nearer to Mongolia and China than Moscow and St Petersburg, Ulan Ude has a somewhat Asian feel to it and has traditionally resisted Sovietisation to maintain a distinct cultural identity. This is reflected in many facets of the city, such as the delicious Buryat and Mongolian cuisine and the easy-going nature, and strong Buddhist leanings, of its people. However, the city hasn’t completely escaped Soviet “progression”. Although the main square is a typical example of imposing Communist architecture, the giant Lenin head in its centre is a must-see and one of the most popular sights along the Trans-Siberian Railway.

Day 11. Vladivostok

Arrive early in the morning and transfer to the hotel for an overnight stay. Explore the city at leisure, perhaps strolling along the waterfront at Korabelnaya Embankment to catch a glimpse of the Pacific Fleet.

Day 12. Depart

Your Trans-Siberian Express journey is over.
We hope that our tour has helped you to explore the diversity of Russian culture and that the memories and emotions will stay with you for many years to come.
We will drive you to the airport according to your flight departure time.

The cost includes:

• Rail tickets (2nd class compartments, 4 people per compartment),
• 3* or 4* hotel accommodation with breakfast,
• Private guide services ,
• Cultural visits,
• Transfers as per programme.

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