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Trans Siberian railway - St. Petersburg to Vladivostok
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Trans Siberian railway - St. Petersburg to Vladivostok

Travel by train across Russia on the Trans-Siberia Express. From St. Petersburg og Moscow you travel through historic cities such as Yekaterinburg and Irkutsk along Lake Baikal through Siberia to your final destination Vladivostok. The Trans-Siberian Railway is a true russian experience. You travel (up to 9289 kilometers!) with locals and other backpackers and on the way you will see and discover some of the most beautiful places in this part of the world.

Given the current situation, we have seized offering travels to Russia for the moment being.

Note - If your are searching for the Mongolia and China connection, then you need to take a look at the Trans-Mongolian Railway!

Trans-Siberia Express

An epic train journey across Russia from west to east! You will discover different landscapes, cities and cultures, while traveling in a comfortable style. Your travel adventure begins in St. Petersburg or Moscow. Continue on to Suzdal, Yekaterinburg and Irkutsk. Along the way you will see the Urals and make the crossing from Europe to Asia. Then you arrive at the heart of Siberia. Finally your train adventure continues to Vladivostok, on the far east coast of Russia. Take the opoprtunity to make an unforgettable journey through two continents, 12 regions and 87 cities.

When you book with us, you will travel by train and in a cool group. With a maximum of 15 other travelers between 18 and 35, you embark on a true adventure. Everything is arranged for you, so that you can optimally and safely enjoy the experience. This train journey includes train tickets, accommodation, transfers to and from the train stations, as well as the Honchos.

Best time to travel the Trans-Siberian Railway

It is possible to travel the railroad throughout the year, although the best period runs from June to September, but other months also have their benefits. Lake Baikal, for example, is beautiful in March, when the lake is frozen but the temperatures become more bearable. You can also enjoy the snow-covered landscapes through the winter months. Try to steer clear of April, which is the wet and swampy season due to the snow melting. Late spring and summer are generally the best time to experience Russia.

The Honchos

In every city you will be met by a Honcho - your local contact and guide. As soon as you get off the train, the Honcho will be waiting for you to take you along for a local experience, translate the menu and other hightlights.

Social life on the train

During your time on the train you will find a mix of cultures and people. Families, traders, students, soldiers, monks and backpackers. In short, there is a good chance that you will get to share your experiences with a variety of people.

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Trans-Siberian railway map - St. Petersburg to Vladivostok

Trans-Siberian railway map - St. Petersburg to Vladivostok

Included

  • Train tickets
  • Station transfers
  • Accommodation
  • Honchos (local guides when travelling on a group tour)
  • Visa Support
  • Guaranteed Departures

Features

  • Great experiences on the train
  • Scenic panoramas among the most beautiful in the world
  • Discover the hospitality of Russia
  • Visit the Lake Baikal, the deepest freshwater lake in the world
  • At every stop you have a local guide who knows the secret pearls
  • Travel with a group of up to 15 people (18-35 years)

Sightseeing and day tours

Day tours/sightseeing trips are offered in several stops alonog the route and we can arrange for other different stops on your way to Vladivostok, for example in cities like Ekaterinburg and Novosibirsk. If stopping along your journey, we recommend you take at least two overnight stays, if possible.

Sleeping on the train

When travelling by train, we usually recommend four-berth compartments. A two-berth compartment is more expensive, and you will miss the joy of sharing the journey with fellow travelers!

Meals on the train

There is a separate dining car on the train. Three meals a day including breakfast, lunch and dinner are served at a cost of about EUR 20 per day.

Planning your train journey

When it comes to the planning, the most important thing is to decide if you are going to make stops along the way. If yes, it's better to start planning from the final destination and then move backwards.

The journey Moscow - Beijing (non-stop) takes 6 days by a Chinese train. The train leaves Moscow for Beijing on Tuesday nights. Another alternative is the Russian train, which departs on Saturday nights and goes through Manchuria, not Mongolia. This trip will take 8 days and costs a bit more. The train departs from Moscow every odd day, e.g. on the 17th, 19th, 21st, etc.

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