Trans-Siberian Train

Itinerary – Vladivostok to Moscow by Trans-Siberian Train 13 days

2 nights Vladivostok
3 nights train
2 nights Listvyanka
3 nights train
2 nights Moscow

Day 1 – (Tuesday) Vladivostok

On arrival in Vladivostok you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Check in for 2 nights.

Entrances: None
Meals: None
Overnight: Azimut Hotel (or similar)

Azimut Hotel, Vladivostock

Day 2 – (Wednesday) Vladivostok

10.00 hrs: After breakfast, meet your English speaking private local guide in reception to commence your city tour of Vladivostok, taking in all the main attractions of the city: Vladivostok Railway Station – terminus of the Trans-Siberian railroad, S-56 submarine on the harbour embankment where the city was first-founded more than 150 years ago. You will visit the highly regarded Arseniev Museum to view exhibits of the region’s rich treasure of flora and fauna, as well as artefacts of the culture and history of the Vladivostok area. In addition to the stops, the tour will pass many historic, cultural and architectural landmarks that make up the flavour of Vladivostok.

After lunch (included), you will also visit the Primorsky Aquarium, in the north-eastern part of Russky Island before returning to the hotel at around 18.00 hrs.

Entrances: C-56 submarine museum and either Arseniev Lore or Vladivostok Fortress museum, Primorskiy Aquarium
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Overnight: Azimut Hotel (or similar)

Day 3 – (Thursday) Vladivostok

After breakfast your morning is at leisure. By 12.00 hrs check out of the hotel and store your luggage with the concierge. Your afternoon is at leisure.
18.30 hrs: Meet your guide in reception for your evening transfer to Vladivostok railway station to start your historic journey. Your guide will see you onto the train and to your compartment.

19:10 hrs Depart Vladivostok on Train #1  

Entrances: None
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Overnight: On train

Days 4 to 5 – (Friday and Saturday) On board

During this time onboard, you will see the amazing sights of Russia racing by. The scenery will be different depending on when you choose to travel. The seasons will colour the countryside, towns and villages which make up this fascinating landscape. You will find plenty of inspiration for photo opportunities, making new friends with fellow travellers and exchanging stories are part of the experience.

Entrances: None
Meals: None
Overnight: Train 2 nights

Day 6 – (Sunday) Irkutsk 

15.35 hrs: Arrive in Irkutsk, where your private local guide will meet you on the platform for your 2 hour panoramic city tour of Irkutsk, before transferring to Listvyanka settlement, located by Lake Baikal, approx 60 km south-east of Irkutsk.
Check in to your hotel for 2 nights on arrival, and the evening is at leisure around Lake Baikal.

Entrances: None
Meals: None
Overnight: Mayak Hotel (or similar)

Day 7 – (Monday) Listvyanka

11.00 hrs: After breakfast, meet in the lobby for your orientation tour of Listvyanka.
You will see the Observation Point, St Nikolas Church, and Chersky View Point.
From 15.00 hrs, the day is yours to take Optional excursions on or around Lake Baikal.

Entrances: None
Meals: None
Overnight: Mayak Hotel (or similar)

Day 8 – (Tuesday) Irktutsk

11.00 hrs: After breakfast, check out and transfer back to Irkutsk via Taltsy village, where you will have lunch and enjoy a visit to the open air Ethnographic museum. The open air Ethnographic museum is a unique assemblage of the history and culture of the peoples of Eastern Siberia, located in a picturesque place on the banks of the Angara River.  Comprising more than 40 historical and architectural monuments and 8000 exhibits of great historical value. The Museum attracts visitors for its rich natural landscapes, and for the chance to get acquainted with the spiritual culture of the peoples of the Baikal region – Russian, Buryat and Evenki.

On arrival in Irkutsk, transfer with your guide to the Railway Station for the next leg of your journey. Your guide will see you onto the train and to your compartment.

15.54 hrs Depart Irkutsk on Train #1

Entrances: Ethnographic museum
Meals: Breakfast at the hotel, lunch
Overnight: On train

Days 9 to 10 – (Wednesday and Thursday) On board

Once again, you have the opportunity to relax, sort out photos and write up travel notes, whilst enjoying the scenery and landscape as you travel through Siberia.

Entrances: None
Meals: None
Overnight: On train 2 nights

Day 11 (Friday) Moscow

13.58 hrs: At the end of your iconic journey, arrive in Moscow Yaroslavsky station and your guide will meet you at the train.
Transfer to your hotel to check in for 2 nights.

Entrances: None
Meals: None
Overnight: Izmailovo Vega (or similar)

Day 12 (Saturday) Moscow

10.00 hrs: After breakfast, meet your private local guide in reception to begin your Moscow excursion; Moscow by metro will include some of the most spectacular stations and the you will arrive in the city centre to visit the iconic Red Square and the Kremlin. During the tour you will visit the territory of the Kremlin, one of the Cathedrals and the Armoury museum. The exhibits include ancient Russian regalia, Tsar’s ceremonial robes, vestments, gold and silverware by Russian, European and Eastern masters, arms and armouries, royal carriages and ceremonial harnesses.
Return to your hotel by metro at around 17:00 hrs, with your guide, or stay on in the city centre to explore independently.
Time will be allowed for lunch (not included).

Entrances: Metro, Kremlin, 1 cathedral, Armoury museum
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Izmailovo Vega (or similar)

Day 13 Moscow (Sunday)

Breakfast at the hotel and check out by 12,00 hrs.
Transfer is included today to the airport or rail station for your onward travel.

Entrances: None
Meals: Breakfast

13 days Trans-Siberian Train – Tour Dates 2020
Tours start on Tuesdays throughout the year

Prices in EUROS 2020 (tour code WBVM)

All prices are per person based on two persons.

• €2,999 per person based on 2 persons sharing a 2 berth 1st class rail compartment and twin/double hotel room. See notes
• €330 Single supplement (hotels only)

Trans-Siberian Train – Private Journey Price Includes:

• Private Arrival and departure transfers (vehicle and driver)
• Hotel and 1st class rail accommodation (12 nights)
• Private Guided tours as per itinerary
• Entrances as per itinerary
• Private English-speaking guide for excursions
• Breakfast in hotels only
• First class train tickets Moscow–Irkutsk–Vladivostok (2-berth compartment) – see notes
• Visa support for duration of tour

Not Included In Price:

• Flights
• Any meals, beverages, sightseeing, entrance fees not specified in the inclusions
• Photo and video charges at museums and places of interest
• Extra personal costs incurred on the train or at hotels
• Gratuities for guides
• Extended visa support
• Visas
• Visa registration fees (payable locally where applicable)

Trans-Siberian Private Journey by Train – Notes

• Tour operates with 2 persons minimum
• All train and other times are local time and subject to reconfirmation
• If 1st class 2 berth is not available we will use 2nd class 4 berth for private use
• There are no showers on the trains, only basic facilities
• Accommodation may be substituted with similar grade hotels
• Itinerary subject to confirmation locally and may be subject to change
• You may purchase meals and drinks on the train and in the hotels. Food is also available on the platforms of the stops you make en route.
• Trains subject to availability
• Visa support is for duration of tour only. If you require an extended visa support we can supply this from €25 per person (certain nationalities incur a higher extended visa support letter fee) – check with us for details.
• Visa Support – is granted to eligible foreign nationals only. This is at the discretion of the authorities.
• Russian Visas – you will need to obtain your visas in advance of travel.
• Visa Service – if you are residing in the UK, please ask about our low cost visa service.

For full details of our visa service in the UK visit: www.asla.co.uk