Tourists reviews of vacations in Russia - Page 12

We got a wonderful introduction to Kamchatka: we watched volcanoes breathing steam into the sky, wandered through incredible snow-covered landscapes, and relaxed in a variety of thermal springs, each with its own unique mineral composition. The local cuisine was another highlight of the trip. We enjoyed some of the best crab 🦀 , halibut, scallops, and venison we've ever tasted! We also discovered Klopovka, a unique local berry that became one of our favorite finds! This trip left us wanting more. We’d love to come back in the summer and experience a completely different side of Kamchatka!

Thank you for a wonderful vacation. We’ll definitely travel with you again and will happily recommend your tours to our friends🌷 From the moment we booked the tour until the day of departure, everything was organized beautifully. The itinerary was well planned and allowed us to relax and enjoy the trip at a comfortable pace. Transportation was reliable and convenient, and the guesthouse was warm, welcoming, and provided excellent meals throughout our stay. We were especially impressed by the beautiful scenery and stunning natural surroundings. The excursion program was enjoyable and exceeded our expectations in many ways. Thank you again for such a well-organized and memorable trip☄️

I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the entire team for organizing such a wonderful vacation! From February 1 to 7, we spent an unforgettable week in Khadzhokh. Everything was thoughtfully arranged, from the accommodations to the excursion program. We felt genuinely welcomed and well cared for throughout our stay. The accommodations were comfortable, the food was excellent, and the atmosphere was warm and inviting. I would also like to commend the transfer service: every journey was punctual, smooth, and hassle-free. Special thanks to our guides, Viktor and Lyubov, whose excursions were both fascinating and informative! A heartfelt thank-you to everyone involved for your professionalism, hospitality, and kindness. You turned our trip into a collection of wonderful experiences and lasting memories!!!

Good afternoon. This is a wonderful tour that gives you the chance to experience one of Russia’s greatest natural wonders - the unique Lake Baikal. The emotions it evokes are hard to put into words; it’s something that truly has to be experienced in person. I highly recommend it.

The itinerary was very interesting and well organized. The guides were excellent, and our tour leader was especially attentive and caring. The only minor downside was the meal in the Malka Valley, but it didn’t take away from what was otherwise a wonderful trip. Many thanks to the local team and to the tour operator "Big Country".

I enjoyed the tour!

Good afternoon! It was a fantastic tour! We experienced everything we had hoped for! We saw the Northern Lights, visited the coast of Teriberka, enjoyed the sunny Khibiny Mountains, and spent time in a Sami village. My only suggestion is that I would have liked to learn more about the Sami people, their culture, traditions, and way of life. Unfortunately, the village was very busy with Chinese tour groups, so there wasn't much opportunity to hear more about them.

I really enjoyed the tour!

Good afternoon! We visited Lake Baikal in February 2026, and it was an amazing trip. We came away with so many wonderful memories. Lake Baikal in winter is absolutely breathtaking!!!

It was just great!

Overall, I enjoyed the tour. However, there were some organizational issues that raised questions. It’s a shame the hotels weren’t specified in advance, that would have allowed us to make other plans if needed. The tour was rich in activities and we saw a lot, but the overall impression still felt a bit chaotic.

We took this tour from July 19 to July 23 and had a great time. The guides were excellent, and the buses were very comfortable. Tatarstan is beautiful, and you get to discover so many fascinating things.

The tour was excellent, and we’re very satisfied. The excursions were engaging and well-planned, with itineraries designed to be enjoyable and accessible for travelers of all ages.

I really enjoyed the tour. Special thanks to Denis, who accompanied us throughout the 5-day trip. The time flew by, it was both fun and very informative. The hotels were excellent, and the cities we visited left a deep impression. I highly recommend experiencing this rich historical atmosphere.

A good sightseeing tour. Now I know exactly which places I’d like to return to and next time for a few days. I would have liked a bit more history, perhaps some local stories or ethnographic insights. The "look to the right / look to the left / this house belongs to so-and-so / souvenirs over there" format didn’t feel very informative to me. On the other hand, I completely understand how difficult it is to present material in such a large group. I really enjoyed the Rock Café for lunch in Nizhny Novgorod, but in Kazan the meal was rather plain and uninspiring. In Yoshkar-Ola everything was fine, but if they had included something from the local cuisine, it would have been perfect. On a tour like this, the taste of regional food makes a big difference.

I had a wonderful time. Everything was perfectly organized. We stayed at a small, cozy hotel called "Villa Nadezhda," conveniently located near the excursion meeting point. All pick-ups and drop-offs ran strictly on schedule, exactly as outlined in the itinerary we received beforehand. The buses were comfortable and air-conditioned. The routes are designed for the average tourist, with relaxing bus tours replacing long walks. All the guides were excellent, sharing a wealth of fascinating information about everything we saw. I would especially like to mention guides Maya, Anna, and Ekaterina. They led their tours with a genuine love for the Kaliningrad region, enriching them with interesting details and anecdotes. They were incredibly friendly and attentive, happily answering all our questions. After each excursion, they gave us great recommendations for places to visit on our own in the evening, suggesting where to find delicious and affordable dinners or where to buy souvenirs. A particularly special moment was our trip to the Curonian Spit. Maya described what a similar tour was like in Soviet times, which really took me back. Exactly 40 years ago, my husband and I - then very young - traveled a similar route: from the Kaliningrad region along the Curonian Spit, stopping in Rybachy and Nida, then taking the ferry to Klaipeda before moving on to Tallinn, Kaunas, Druskininkai, and Vilnius... Thank you for the wonderful memories..

Good evening, Alexandra! I really enjoyed the tour. Thank you so much! It was both moving and informative!

Good evening, everyone! We just got back from Kaliningrad yesterday. Our tour "In the faraway kingdom" ran from July 13th to 20th, 4 days of excursions and 3 days of free time. We’re so glad we discovered the Baltic Sea. The guides were amazing, you can feel how much they love their city, their work, and the people!!! I’m passionate about history, and on this trip I was able to dive right in and completely immerse myself. A special thank-you to the "Big Country" team!!! Don’t be put off by the outside of the Kaliningrad Hotel. Inside everything was wonderful! The rooms were cleaned daily, fresh towels provided every day, and the breakfasts were delicious and kept us full even during tours lasting up to 8 hours. Right next to the hotel there’s a cafeteria where you can get tasty and inexpensive lunches and dinners. Everything was within walking distance: shops, the Amber Museum, the harbor with its ships, cafés, cheese tastings, etc. It was a truly wonderful and eventful trip. To the girls from "Big Country": thank you so much for your care, clear organization, and for making all our wishes come true! For Dagestan, we’re traveling only with YOU!!!

Hello, I really enjoyed the tour, it had a rich program, comfortable accommodations, and a wonderful guide

The organization of our trip was excellent. We were picked up at the train station right on time and taken to the hotel. The tour program was full and engaging, so there was never a dull moment. The young guides spoke about the region’s history in such an interesting and informative way that it was clear they truly know and love their homeland. The hotel served delicious breakfasts and even better lunches and the Ossetian pies deserve a special mention on their own. I highly recommend visiting this wonderful and welcoming region. Many thanks for the great organization