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Russia tours

A vast and complex nation, Russia can be experienced in many different ways. Our specialists travel here regularly and can help you decide where and what to visit during your time in the country, from city breaks in Moscow and St. Petersburg to rural escapes and journeys on the epic Trans-Siberian Railway.

Their itinerary ideas combine the country's highlights with lesser-known attractions and each suggested route can be tailored to your interests to create a bespoke tour. Our specialists can also use their extensive local knowledge to advise you on the best hotels, modes of transport and order in which to see the country’s many attractions. 

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Our recommended tours in Russia

These itineraries are designed to give you some suggestions for what is possible when you travel in Russia, and they showcase some of the routes that we’ve found work particularly well. Treat them simply as inspiration, because your trip will be created uniquely for you by one of our specialists based on your particular tastes and interests.

  • St. Petersburg, St. Petersburg

    St Petersburg weekend break

    • See the many treasures of the Hermitage, one of the world's best art galleries.

    • Visit the Peter and Paul Fortress, the city's first permanent building.

    • See the Catherine Palace and marvel at the phenomenal wealth of the Tsars.

    • Explore the beautiful canals and grand buildings of one of the world's prettiest cities.

    4 days from £1,195pp

  • St. Petersburg, St. Petersburg

    Classic Russia tour

    • See the Kremlin, Red Square and St Basil's Cathedral.

    • Explore one of the world's biggest and best art collections in the Hermitage.

    • Wander along St Petersburg's canals.

    • See one of the Tsars' sumptuous summer palaces.

    8 days from £2,350pp

  • St Basil's, Moscow

    Moscow, St Petersburg & the Golden Ring tour

    • Explore the Kremlin and Armoury complex and see Russia's Fabergé Eggs.

    • Explore the art of the Hermitage State Museum.

    • Take a hydrofoil into the Gulf of Finland to visit Peter the Great’s palace.

    • Explore the palace of Catherine the Great at Tsarskoe Selo, home to the Amber Room.

    10 days from £2,995pp

  • Tsars Gold Private Train

    A private Trans-Siberian journey - Beijing to Moscow

    • Explore Beijing's highlights, including the Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square.

    • Witness Mongolian nomadic life and enjoy a traditional Mongolian music performance.

    • Cross the vast expanses of Siberia.

    • Soak up the scenery of Lake Baikal.

    • Visit the Kremlin and learn about Moscow's history on a guided evening tour of the city.

    18 days from £7,400pp

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St. Basil's Cathedral, Moscow

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