Rail Tour from Moscow to Ulan Bator | Private Tours

ACCOMMODATION
4-star centrally located hotels: 14 nights
Tourist Ger Camp: 1 night
Aboard the train: 4 night

TRANSPORT
Private airport/station/hotel transfers
Trains between the cities
Private drivers

SIGHTSEEING
Guided tours with private transport, visits to sights and museums in each destination; Activities: cooking class, folk show

MEALS
16 breakfasts
2 lunches
1 dinners
3 meals onboard
Tartar sweets tasting

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Program
Dates & Rates
Hotels
Included

Day 1: Arrival in Moscow

Transfers: A private arrival transfer from the airport to the hotel
Accommodation: Marriott Courtyard City Center Hotel, Moscow
Meals: Not included
Optionals: St. Petersburg extension*

*Contact your travel specialist for more information.

Day 2: Exploring the Kremlin, Armoury Chamber & the Heart of Moscow

Transport: No transport needed
Accommodation: Marriott Courtyard City Center Hotel, Moscow
Meals: Breakfast
Sightseeing: With the guide, you explore the Red square and the Kremlin, including the Armoury Chamber. You also go inside St. Basil's Cathedral and have an opportunity to sample delicious ice-cream in GUM.

Day 3: Visiting the Tretyakov Gallery & Moscow Subway Ride

Transport: Moscow subway, a private driver, an overnight train Moscow - Kazan
Accommodation: An overnight train
Meals: Breakfast
Sightseeing: In the afternoon, you meet your guide and explore the Tretyakov Gallery, followed by a short ride in Moscow Subway. You then continue to the spectacular Cathedral of Christ the Savior and enjoy the views from Sparrow Hills.

Day 4: Kazan Sightseeing Tour & Tatar Cooking Master Class

Transport: A private driver
Accommodation: Ramada Hotel, Kazan
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Sightseeing: In the morning after some rest, you explore the Kazan Kremlin, including the Qol Sharif Mosque, the Soyembika Tower, the Annunciation Cathedral and the Governor's Palace. You then have a traditional Tartar lunch, including a cooking masterclass. You then continue exploring the city.

Day 5: Trip to Sviyazhsk and Chak-Chak Museum

Transport: A private driver
Accommodation: Ramada Hotel, Kazan
Meals: Breakfast, tasting
Sightseeing: After breakfast, you set off on a day trip to the famous island of Sviyazhsk to explore the Dormition Monastery, the Monastery of John the Baptist and the Trinity Monastery of St. Sergius. You then discover the chack-chack museum, where you sample traditional Tartar sweets.

Day 6: Arrival in Ekaterinburg

Transport: A private driver, a train Kazan - Ekaterinburg
Accommodation: Park Inn Hotel, Ekaterinburg
Meals: Breakfast box, meal on board
Sightseeing: You spend this day aboard the train and have an excellent opportunity to enjoy the scenery and the views of Russian countryside.

Day 7: Last Days of Russian Imperial Family Tour in Ekaterinburg

Transport: A private driver
Accommodation: Park Inn Hotel, Ekaterinburg
Meals: Breakfast
Sightseeing: In the first half of the day, you explore the historical center of Ekaterinburg and travel to the Europe - Asia monument. After lunch, you visit the places related to the last days of Russian Imperial family, including the Ipatiev House - the place of the execution of Russian Imperial family, the Church on Blood, and the Monastery Complex “Ganina Yama”.

Day 8: On Board the Train

You spend this day on board the train.
Meals: Breakfast box, meal on board.

Day 9: On Board the Train

You spend this day on board the train.
Meals: Not included.

Day 10: Listvyanka Village Tour & Baikal Museum

Transport: A private driver
Accommodation: Anastasia Hotel, Nikola Village
Meals: Breakfast
Sightseeing: Today you enjoy a guided tour of Lisvyanka Village, including the Baikal Limnological Museum and Aquarium. You then take a chair-lift to the famous view-point by the Chersky Rock and St. Nicolas Church.

Day 11: Trip to Taltsy Village

Transport: A private driver, a cruise on Lake Baikal
Accommodation: Anastasia Hotel, Nikola Village
Meals: Breakfast
Sightseeing: Enjoy a day trip to Taltsy Village, an open-air museum of wooden architecture.

Day 12: Irkutsk City Tour

Transport: A private driver
Accommodation: Marriott Courtyard Hotel, Irkutsk
Meals: Breakfast
Sightseeing: Today you discover the landmarks of Irkutsk, including Angara River embankment, the only Catholic Cathedral, and the Polish Roman Church. You then travel to Znamensky Monastery and Block 130.

Day 13: On Board the Train

You spend this day on board the train.
Meals: Breakfast box.

Day 14: Visiting the Gandan Monastery & Trip to Gorkhi-Terelji National Park

Transport: A private driver
Accommodation: Tourist Ger Camp
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Sightseeing: Together with your guide, you start your tour by visiting the Mongolian Buddhist Gandan Monastery in Ulan Bator. You then travel to the Ger camp, where you have lunch. Continue your tour through the scenic Gorkhi-Terelji National Park and explore the famous Turtle Rock and the Aryabal Temple.
Optionals: Pony riding at the Ger Camp*.

*Contact your travel specialist for more information.

Day 15: Meeting a Nomadic Family & Exploring the Genghis Khan Statue

Transport: A private driver
Accommodation: Best Western Premier Tuushin Hotel, Ulan Bator
Meals: Breakfast
Sightseeing: In the morning, you visit a nomadic family. You then travel to the Tuul River to see the famous statue of Genghis Khan and explore its interiors. After lunch, you carry on to Zaisan Hill - Ulan Bator's best viewpoint and to the cashmere factory.

Day 16: City Tour & Folk Show in Ulan Bator

Transport: A private driver
Accommodation: Best Western Premier Tuushin Hotel, Ulan Bator
Meals: Breakfast
Sightseeing: Today you explore the highlights of Ulan Bator, including the National Museum of Mongolia, the Parlament house, and the central Sukhbaatar Square. In the evening, you are invited to the Mongolian folk show at the National Academic Theatre of Opera and Ballet.

Day 17: Flight to Vladivostok

Transfers: airport transfers and flight to Vladivostok with a layover
Meals: Breakfast

Day 18: Vladivostok City Tour

Transfers: A private driver
Accommodation: Lotte hotel, Vladivostok
Meals: Breakfast
Sightseeing: You first explore the Eagle's Nest observation point to get a magnificent bird’s-eye view over the city and Golden Horn Bay. You then drive across the Russky Bridge to visit «Novosiltsevskaya battery» fortification. You continue with visiting Submarine S-56 and exploring the Vladivostok Railway Station that is the terminus of the Trans-Siberian railroad.

Day 19: Free Day

Accommodation: Lotte hotel, Vladivostok
Meals: Breakfast
Optionals: Harbor Cruise, Dacha Tour and Evening Tour of Vladivostok*.

*Contact your travel specialist for more information.

Day 20: Departure from Vladivostok

Transfers: A private airport transfer
Meals: Breakfast

Class	Friends Trip (4+ travelers)	Double occupancy	Single traveler
1st	$6,256	$6,716	$9,676
2nd	$5,856	$6,316	$9,276

Note: Please contact your travel specialist for all available dates.

Note: At the time of booking, 20% deposit is requited.

Marriott Courtyard City Center Hotel, Moscow
★★★★
Located only moments away from the Kremlin and Red Square, this 4-star hotel provides its guests with quality accommodation and remarkable service. Apart from comfortable rooms, the hotel offers conference facilities, an in-house restaurant, and a cozy bar.

Ramada Hotel, Kazan
★★★★
Set in the heart of Kazan, this elegant hotel offers comfortable accommodation to its guests. All rooms are equipped with free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and air-conditioning. Besides, guests can also visit the gym or dine at the in-house restaurant.

Park Inn Hotel, Ekaterinburg
★★★★
Located close to the city's many attractions, this hotel provides its guests with excellent service and high-comfort accommodation. The rooms feature free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and soundproofing. The in-house restaurant serves Russian specialties.

Anastasia Hotel, Nikola Village
★★★★
Nested on the shore of Lake Baikal, the hotel features an outdoor pool. Each room offers free WiFi and cable TV, while some feature balconies. The hotel arranges fishing and boat trips for its guests.

Marriott Courtyard Hotel, Irkutsk
★★★★
Boasting central location in Irkutsk on the banks of Angara river, this contemporary hotel welcomes its guests. The rooms include flat-screen TVs, tea and coffee making facilities, and air-conditioning. Free WiFi is available in public areas.

Tourist Ger Camp, Mongolia
★★★★
Despite its location, the camp is equipped with electric outlets, heating stoves, showers and toilets. Each Ger is designed based on a double occupancy. A restaurant serving local specialties is also available on the property.

Best Western Premier Tuushin Hotel, Ulan Bator
★★★★
Conveniently located in Ulan Bator city center, this modern hotel is only a 2-minute walk from Sukhbaatar Square. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, while the rooms feature air conditioning, minibars, and seating areas.

Lotte hotel, Vladivostok
★★★★★
Lotte Hotel Vladivostok boasts central location and offers luxurious spa-center with a swimming pool. The hotel also has 2 restaurants and a bar with panoramic city views. Free Wi-Fi is available.

Accommodation at remarkable hotels in Moscow, Kazan, Ekaterinburg, Irkutsk, Listvyanka Village, Ulan Bator & Vladivostok;
Overnight at a traditional Mongolian ger camp;
1st or 2nd class tickets for Moscow - Kazan, Kazan - Ekaterinburg, Ekaterinburg - Irkutsk and Irkutsk - Ulan Bator trains;
Economy class flight Ulan Bator - Vladivostok;
Full Russian visa processing service for US and Canadian citizens (Mongolian visa is not required). Full Russian and Mongolian visa processing service for Australian and New Zealand citizens. Visa support service (invitation) for customers from all other countries;
Airport transfers with private drivers and all transportation according to the itinerary;
Breakfasts at the hotels;
Other meals according to the itinerary;
Rich sightseeing tours according to the itinerary with professional English-speaking guides;
Entrance tickets to Kremlin territory & Amber Chamber, St. Basil's Cathedral, Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow subway, Kazan Kremlin, Temple of all Religions, chack-chack museum with tasting, Ganina Yama, Baikal Limnological Museum and Aquarium, Aryabal Temple, National Museum of Mongolia and Submarine S-56 Museum;
Cooking master class in Kazan;
Ride on a chair-lift to the Baikal viewpoint;
Folk show in Ulan Bator;
Emergency line support during the trip.

Not included: international flights, other meals not mentioned in the program, optional tours and services, gratuities and all personal expenses.

Note: Due to specific travel arrangements and train departure times depending on the schedules of Russian and Mongolian Railways, the itinerary may be subject to change.

Note: If we are not able to get 1st class train tickets, a whole 2nd class compartment (4 berths for 2 people's use) will be booked instead.

Highlights

The Kremlin & Armoury Chamber;
Tretyakov Gallery;
The Qol Sharif Mosque;
Last Days of Russian Imperial Family Tour;
Lake Baikal cruise;
Overnight in a Ger Camp;
Gorkhi-Terelji National Park;
Mongolian folk show;
The Eagle's Nest observation point;
The Russky Bridge.

What to know

Be sure to pack some warm and water-resistant clothes as Siberian climate is unpredictable;
There are no ATMs on a train, so have some roubles on you;
Tips in Russia are expected. Typical tip size is 10% of the check. Allow around $8-10 a day for your guides and drivers too.

My wife and I used this company for our Trans Siberian Railway trip from Vladivostok to Moscow and St. Petersburg last May(2018) stopping at eight cities in between. We were very happy with the guided tours, all the guides were good English speaking, and three of them were outstanding!

- John Irwin about his trip

I highly recommend this company. I took a 3-week tour with them and thoroughly enjoyed it.

- Sandra Raynolds about her trip

I thought that the ride between cities would be boring but in truth I could not take my eyes off the scenery. Siberia is not entirely forest but mountains, rivers, small villages and large cities. Books I brought with me went unread.

- Pam Stubing about her trip

PRIVATE TRANS-SIBERIAN EXTENSION

Private Rail Tour from Moscow to Ulan Bator with Vladivostok Extension