Tourists reviews of vacations in Russia - Page 13

The tour was wonderful! We got to see and learn all the most important things. It’s just a pity that everything went by so quickly, so there wasn’t much time to really enjoy it. I’d love to come back again, take a leisurely walk, unwind from the hustle and bustle, and fully admire the beauty of Karelia!

I enjoyed everything about this tour

Thank you for the chance to truly relax and forget about all the hassles of organizing a vacation yourself. I’ll definitely recommend you to others

A huge thank you to Big Country for an absolutely amazing tour. We went on a 12-day trip through the Caucasus, and it was packed with experiences, we visited so many different places. Everything exceeded our expectations, and we came back full of great memories. The food was incredible everywhere, with generous portions, and we had no issues with any of the hotels. The people of the Caucasus are wonderfully warm and welcoming.

I really enjoyed the trip, and the guide Sofia explained everything in a fascinating way.

Thank you for the tour! Our guide Yekaterina was absolutely fantastic . Everything was top-notch. A big thanks as well to the drivers on Olkhon Island for making the experience both fascinating and safe!

We stayed at the "Rowan beads" guesthouse, everything was excellent, highly recommend

A wonderfully varied tour - we explored the Altai region, hiked in the mountains, and relaxed in the sauna. Many thanks to our hosts for an amazing time. Altai ❤️

Our tour of Russia’s “Golden Ring” began on July 9th, and I was truly impressed by how perfectly everything was organized. Every detail was thought through, travel times and city visits were precisely scheduled, and there were no unnecessary delays. The local guides were passionate and knowledgeable! And our own guide, Sergey, was simply outstanding, a true professional in every sense of the word!! Breakfasts and lunches were excellent as well! I highly recommend this travel company to anyone planning a trip!!

I really enjoyed everything about this trip. We were always on time, and all the excursions listed in the program went exactly as planned. Our guide, Galina, was simply wonderful, attentive, caring, and a true professional. She showed us the most beautiful places, recommended great cafés, and helped us check into the best hotels in Petrozavodsk. The only thing I would suggest to the tour providers is to inform travelers in advance about the option to take the retro train to Ruskeala. It was mentioned in the program, along with a note that tickets should be purchased individually, but I wish there had been some guidance or help with booking BEFORE the trip. Since this was our first time in Karelia, we wanted to experience as much as possible but when we arrived, we found out that the train is so popular that tickets sell out a month in advance! Of course, it’s understandable that all the details were in the program and everyone is responsible for arranging their own tickets. Still, if the providers had been just a bit more proactive in helping with this, we would have had the chance to enjoy this wonderful train ride. Out of our group of 44 people, only two were lucky enough to get seats because someone had told them in advance how to do it. Please don’t take this as a complaint, I’m genuinely grateful for the rich itinerary and the excellent organization. I was just a little disappointed about missing the train. If someone had provided a bit more information like the train’s name, schedule, and a reminder to book early or even sent an email asking whether we’d like to include the retro train in our tour, that would have made everything absolutely perfect Thank you very much! I wholeheartedly recommend Big Country and the local tour partners and one piece of advice: book your Ruskeala Express tickets early! =D

Good afternoon! We just got back from our trip yesterday. Many thanks for the excellent organization! The excursions were great, and the hotel was wonderful.

We were absolutely delighted with the "Olkhon Charm" tour! The trip left a lasting impression on us, filling our hearts with countless vivid memories of the breathtaking landscapes around Lake Baikal ❤️

The nature was absolutely stunning, with breathtaking views and excellent excursions, our guide Irina was wonderful, she told the stories of the region, both historical and modern, with great enthusiasm, sharing legends and national traditions. Many thanks to her and to our driver Igor. Ruskeala Park is a truly unique place, and we’d love to come back for one of its events. It’s a pity that tickets for the underground part of the park can’t be purchased in advance, please take this into consideration. The walk along the skerries was fantastic! Quite an adventure, really, we got plenty of exercise. As for the excursion to Valaam, it would be nice to have an indoor waiting area for tourists on the shore, we were quite cold while waiting for the bus. The visit to the Karelian village was great, it’s wonderful that they preserve local traditions. However, the wiring in the houses seemed unsafe; it would be nice to invest in some renovation and perhaps offer drinks and pastries to lift the visitors’ spirits. Regarding the hotel, the water was turned off without warning, and we weren’t informed that dinner wouldn’t be available. We had to take a taxi into town in the evening, even though the restaurant there wasn’t great. The same thing happened the next day, so we moved to another hotel, White Nights. It was less comfortable, no fridge, safe, or air conditioning, but the restaurant there was much better. Everything in Petrozavodsk and Kizhi was wonderful, overall, I really enjoyed the trip, thank you so much! :D

We really enjoyed the trip. We came back tired but full of impressions and emotions. In the village of Kindasovo, we would have liked to spend some time walking around the village itself. And during the boat trip on the lakes in Solovki, there was no commentary. We were just taken around slowly for about 1,5 hour.

Everything was absolutely wonderful! Denis is an excellent guide—cheerful, sociable, and full of fascinating stories. Our driver was also very engaging, making the journey both informative and enjoyable. Now we’re eager to visit again in winter! The food at the hotel was basic, without any local flair, but I highly recommend the nearby café Barguzin. We walked a lot, so be sure to bring comfortable sneakers—ideally ones you don’t mind getting a bit worn. You don’t need to pack much; there are shops on the island. Towels for swimming in Lake Baikal are provided—just ask—but you’ll need to bring your own toothbrush and toothpaste, as those aren’t available. We stayed in a room with all the necessary amenities, though toothbrushes and toothpaste weren’t included. And don’t miss visiting the deer farm—the deer are simply magical :D

I really enjoyed it. A great tour for active people.

Kamchatka is magnificent.

My friend and I really enjoyed it, we discovered new places, delicious dishes, and local specialties!

I am very happy with the tour! Everything was great: we stayed at the "Suschevsky by Safmar" Hotel, conveniently located near the Rizhskaya metro station, making it easy to get anywhere in the city. The excursions were informative and interesting, and we visited some truly beautiful places. The sightseeing buses were comfortable, and the guides were very knowledgeable. I especially enjoyed Lyuba, she is truly an expert on the city!

The tour was truly impressive, filled with positive emotions—beautiful sunrises and sunsets, and a friendly team. We took a long time to choose this tour, and it turned out to be the perfect decision.