Tourists reviews of vacations in Russia - Page 14

From June 20 to June 29, 2024, we journeyed from Arshan to Lake Baikal, and the experience left us with unforgettable memories of the stunning nature of Buryatia and Lake Baikal. We thoroughly enjoyed the tour, as it featured a rich variety of natural and historical landmarks, including the Circum–Baikal railway, the Taltsy Museum, Olkhon Island, and more.

Everything went perfectly! The guides, Denis and Artyom, deserve the highest praise. The way they conducted the tour was truly in a class of its own, engaging, lively, and fascinating. They handled all organizational and practical matters for the group with great care and attention. I would like to commend the company’s management for having such valuable and competent employees! I have no complaints about the tour itself either. The local guides we met were true professionals, passionate about their work. Their explanations were concise and to the point, no unnecessary talk. The sights along the route were thoughtfully chosen and genuinely impressive. As for the minor inconveniences that are inevitable on a long trip like this, I hardly noticed them. In fact, I’ve probably already forgotten about them. Overall, I had a wonderful and relaxing time! Many thanks to all the company staff who helped make this trip possible!

The experience was amazing. The organization was solid, and the guides were excellent. We made it to the summit. The food was good, and everything provided matched what was promised.

I really enjoyed everything, the guides were excellent (especially Oleg and Vyacheslav), truly passionate about their work and great storytellers who shared fascinating details. The places we visited were simply amazing, and I was very lucky to have such a great group . The only thing I didn’t like much was the "Camellia" Hotel, the rooms weren’t cleaned, and the staff came in without warning (even though they could have called first). But that didn’t spoil the trip at all

The tour program was as informative as possible, with excellent work by the guide and reliable transport. The hotel was good, recently renovated, and had a washing machine. There were some concerns about cleanliness, but I appreciate the honesty.

There was so much interesting information that it never got boring! Lots of great impressions and positive emotions!

I really enjoyed the tour. We visited many incredible locations, including stunning volcanoes, a waterfall, and the ocean. The food was delicious and filling – we even got to enjoy caviar and fish. The hotel was well-equipped and provided all the necessary amenities.

I had a wonderful “Weekend in Krasnoyarsk”! In just four days, I completely fell in love with this city and its stunning surroundings. Many thanks to our guides, Inna and Andrei. I really appreciated how the tour focused on the unique character and authenticity of the region, the information was engaging and felt very genuine. I’m not attaching any photos, as they simply can’t capture the beauty or the power of the magnificent nature of the Krasnoyarsk Region

The tour exceeded all expectations. Lake Baikal has truly captured my heart. I witnessed incredible beauty and felt recharged with an energy I couldn't have imagined. In just ten days, you can fully experience the essence of Lake Baikal. If you're looking to reset and rejuvenate, this is the place to go.

It was a wonderful trip! Everything was very well organized, with no delays, the schedule was followed perfectly. We saw so much and came back full of great impressions and positive emotions. Special thanks to our guide, Emma!

A well-organized tour with the chance to experience the unique nature of Sakhalin and Iturup, topped off with unforgettable picnics by the Pacific Ocean and the Sea of Okhotsk.

The tour is quite intense for just three days, so the information ends up being rather superficial. It feels more like an introduction or a starting point for future trips. By the last day (in Kazan), fatigue sets in, and it becomes harder to take everything in. It might be worth extending the tour by an extra day. I really enjoyed the work of our guide, Dmitry (in Yoshkar-Ola, Cheboksary, and partly in Kazan). It’s clear that he’s genuinely passionate about history and knows his subject very well.

Amazing tour! Interesting. Rich. Well-balanced. The itinerary is perfectly packed. In just a short time, you get to see the main landmarks and highlights. And of course, the stunning nature of Karelia - an incredible blend of water, forests, and open spaces! A lifetime wouldn’t be enough to truly discover the Russian North, but the Holy Triangle tour is a perfect place to start :)

The excellent tour “Arkhangelsk – Gateway to the Arctic” was a wonderful opportunity to get to know the city of Arkhangelsk. Everything was perfectly organized, our driver, Herman, was excellent, and our guide, Marina, from the host company, was truly outstanding. She’s a real professional with a pleasant voice, whose love for her homeland shines through her deep knowledge of the history of Arkhangelsk and Pomorye. Thanks to Marina’s stories, my husband and I fell in love with this region, and we highly recommend everyone to visit it.

A truly wonderful tour: breathtaking nature, friendly people, plenty of activity, smooth organization, and above all, an excellent guide.

I really enjoyed the tour, we saw whales, dolphins, and even a fur seal. An experience that will stay in our hearts forever ❤️. The food was also wonderful, delicious and of excellent quality.

Thank you for a captivating trip to Kunashir! I got exactly what I was hoping for: stunning views, hiking, and swimming in the sea, lake, river, and thermal springs. The weather treated us to a full range of experiences, from pleasant sunshine to a storm on the way back. A huge thank you to our guide, Mikhail, for his care, patience, attentiveness, and the great atmosphere he created throughout our stay on Kunashir.

The tour was thrilling. A lot of impressions. Everything was great. I enjoyed every part of it. Thank you very much!

A truly fascinating tour. Our guide Svetlana made it not only informative and engaging but also heartfelt! We visited beautiful places that have preserved traces of important historical events and the legacy of many great figures of Russia over the centuries. At the end of the trip, Svetlana, with her characteristic warmth, organized a swim in the Teza River for us - a perfect refreshment after a hot day!

The tour took place from June 27 to July 2, 2024. Since I live in the Central Federal District, I was truly impressed by the landscapes and nature of Northwestern Russia, Karelia and parts of the Arkhangelsk region. I’ll remember these places for a long time; they’re so different from where I live. I really liked Petrozavodsk, it’s a cozy, compact, and clean city with many interesting historic buildings and a beautiful promenade along Lake Onega. The excursion to Kizhi Island was not particularly impressive: it was hot, there were swarms of gadflies, and our guide scared us a bit at the beginning with warnings about vipers. Still, the huge 22-domed wooden Church of the Transfiguration was truly awe-inspiring. I skipped the ethnographic exhibition in the peasant house because I was too tired. The rest of the trip: visits to Ruskeala Mountain Park, Valaam Island, and especially the Solovetsky Archipelago, I absolutely loved. I hope to come back and spend more time there someday. The Kivach Nature Reserve and its waterfall, however, didn’t impress me much, there are plenty of similar sights in other regions. Our guide Alexandr from Medvezhyegorsk, who led the tour about the construction of the White Sea–Baltic Canal, stood out for his passion and genuine love of local history. I’d also like to highlight Maria, our guide on the Solovetsky Monastery tour, she was fantastic. She always waited patiently for everyone to gather, spoke clearly and knowledgeably about historical and religious topics, and answered all our questions. Her tour was both informative and engaging! Wonderful work ! I also really enjoyed the optional walking tour “The History of Solovki Prison Camp”, it was fascinating.