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Transfer to the hotel.
A 2-week trip thoughout Russia. Vladivostok — Khabarovsk — Ulan-Ude — Baikal — Irkutsk — Novosibirsk — Yekaterinburg — Kazan – Moscow.
What can be more captivating then crossing almost the whole Russia from East to West by train? It gives the full understanding of country’s scale and treasures, of how diverse and united it is at the same time. You will see all the attractions of Russian cities, visit planet’s deepest lake and enjoy the views of Russia’s endless areas.
Thousands of kilometers from the shores of the Pacific Ocean to the Baltic Sea — you will hear the beating of the iron heart, what it is silent about, what it is inspired by. Just trust the road and the country will reveal its unexpected sides.
You will see Russia in all its historical greatness, in the mixture of cultures and fortunes, in the architectural splendor and extravagance unifying different people and religions.
Location
Vladivostok
Tour highlights
The Russian East
Visit the home base of the Pacific Russian military fleet
Lake Baikal
See the deepest lake on the planet
Kazan
Visit the place which connected Christianity and Islam
Moscovia
Visit the Russian capital, walk along the Arbat Street and the Moscow Kremlin
Siberia
Meet native Siberians and learn about local traditions and cuisine
Itinerary
- Day 1 - Vladivostok
- Day 2 - Vladivostok
- Day 3 - Khabarovsk
- Day 4 - Onboard
- Day 5 - Onboard
- Day 6 - Ulan-Ude
- Day 7 - Baikal
- Day 8 - Irkutsk
- Day 9 - On Board
- Day 10 - Novosibirsk
- Day 11 - Yekaterinburg
- Day 12 - Kazan
- Day 13 - Moscow
- Day 14 - Moscow
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone
Accommodation
Comfort
- Premium
Please, ask for current tour prices when booking. The prices below are approximate and based on the previous year.
| Price | Per person in a two-bedded compartment | Supplement payment for single use |
| VIP | 13200 € | 8800 € |
| Business Class | 12300 € | 8300 € |
| First Class Plus | 8100 € | 3400 € |
| First Class | 7500 € | 3000 € |
First Class Car
(photos 1 – 5)
Consists of 8 passenger compartments, 2 lower berths in each and are equipped with a table and LCD TV set. In compartment 9 there is a shower booth with a washbowl. Two water closets: in the beginning and the end of the car. The air conditioning system is general.
Scheme (photo 6)
| 1 – Tambour | 5 – Staff compartment |
| 2 – Boiler room | 6 – Corridor |
| 3 – Toilet | 7 – Passenger compartment |
| 4 – Staff cabin | 8 – Show |
First Plus Class Car
(photos 7 – 10)
Consists of 8 passenger compartments, 2 berths in each. Berths: one upper, one lower one. All compartments are equipped with a table with an armchair. Between compartments, there are four rooms with washbowls and shower cans. In compartment 9 there is a room for storing luggage.
Scheme (photo 11)
| 1 – Tambour | 5 – Staff compartment |
| 2 – Toilet | 6 – Corridor |
| 3 – Boiler room | 7 – Passenger compartment |
| 4 – Staff cabin | 8 – Show |
Business Car
(photos 12 – 14)
This type of car contains 6 compartments. There are two berths in every compartment: a sofa that transforms into a semi-double bed 120 cm wide, and the upper berth of width of 90 cm, a chair and a folding table.
Scheme (photo 15)
| 1 – Tambour | 5 – Corridor |
| 2 – Toilet | 6 – Staff compartment |
| 3 – Boiler room | 7 – Passenger compartment |
| 4 – Staff cabin | 8 – Toilet and shower |
VIP Car
(photos 16 – 20)
This type of car contains 5 compartments. There are two berths in every compartment: a sofa that transforms into a semi-double bed 120 cm wide, and the upper berth of width of 90 cm, a chair and a folding table.
Scheme (photo 21)
| 1 – Tambour | 5 – Corridor |
| 2 – Toilet | 6 – Staff compartment |
| 3 – Boiler room | 7 – Passenger compartment |
| 4 – Staff cabin | 8 – Toilet and shower |
Tour conditions
Duration
14 days 13 nightsGroup meets at
Vladivostok
Included in price
- onboard the Imperial Russia Train;
- 1 night in a hotel in Moscow and 1 night in a hotel in Vladivostok;
- full board, tea/coffee on board throughout the day;
- towels, bathrobe and slippers onboard of the Imperial Russia Train;
- excursions with local guides according to the program (excursions will be conducted in English, German, French and Spanish, other languages are possible upon request);
- pick-up at the airports, transfer to hotels and train stations, transfer to the airport;
- services of the porter at the hotel and the railway station;
- brief informative lectures on the Trans-Siberian Railroad, geography and history of the country visited;
- doctor on board, English speaking group leader and tour managers.
Paid extra
- flights international and domestic;
- the cost of entry visas (Russian Railway Tours is not responsible for passengers who have incorrect or expired visas);
- all drinks ordered in the bar car;
- «tailor made» excursions (you have possibility to extend your tour, we offer additional excursions in every city within the tour and in other cities of Russia);
- meals on the day of arrival, departure;
- tips and personal expenses;
- insurance (every passenger is obliged to have a medical insurance for the whole duration of the tour);
- vaccination (consult your doctor or medical center for specific health advice due to visit of different countries in terms of this tour).
It's important to know
Notes on tour
Please note! Tour program changes are possible. For more information please contact our managers.
Are plane tickets included in the tour price?
Is insurance included in the tour price?
