Tours - Russia and Beyond

only  £1175

Russia and Beyond

Countries:

Russian Federation Mongolia China

Duration:

only 18 days

  

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0845 3 447 642

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For travellers with a yearning to get off the beaten track, Intrepid opens up a whole new world, Intrepid travellers explore the world's most amazing places - discovering real people, real cultures and having incredible real life experiences along the way.

With an average group size of just 10 people, Intrepid gives travellers the freedom and flexibility to get off the tourist trails and really experience local cultures.

Trip Highlights:

• Immerse yourself in St Petersburg's streets and canals
• Visit Soviet icons in Moscow
• Experience one of the world's greatest rail journeys
• Stroll along the shores of Lake Baikal
• Enjoy Siberian hospitality at a local homestay
• Learn about Buddhism from Siberia's Buryat peoples
• Stay at a traditional Mongolian ger camp
• Explore bustling Beijing

Days 1-2 St Petersburg

Begin this rail odyssey in Russia's extravagantly beautiful cultural capital. Stroll through its leafy parks, visit one of its many quirky museums or even follow in the footsteps of Rasputin on a walking tour of the city.

Days 3-4 Moscow

Orthodox churches stand proudly alongside Soviet icons and chic modern boutiques in the nation's capital. Be transported back in time at the Kremlin and don't miss the eccentric St Basil's Cathedral.

Days 5-7 Trans-Siberian Railway

Sit back and relax as the lush forests of the taiga roll by - it's all in a day's work on this journey along the world's most famous train line.

Day 8 Irkutsk

Wander through the streets of Irkutsk and explore the city's interesting mix of traditional Siberian and communist-era architecture.

Days 9-11 Lake Baikal

Experience the serenity of the world's deepest lake and relax on its scenic shores.

Days 12-13 Ulan Ude

Chill out in this Mongolian-influenced city, a place with a unique mix of indigenous and Russian cultures. From here, travel into legendary Genghis Khan's territory.

Day 14 Ger Camp

Spend a night in the rolling hills of the Mongolian countryside, sleeping in a traditional felt tent known as a ger.

Days 15-16 Ulaanbaatar

Witness the old and new facets of Ulaanbaatar - make time to see the Winter Palace of the last emperor as well as the recently restored Gandan Monastery.

Days 17-18 Beijing

The last stop is in the impressive Chinese capital of Beijing. Perhaps stay a few days longer to climb the Great Wall - a fitting conclusion to this epic journey.

Our users say...

"The trip was an amazing once in a lifetime adventure. Well organised, fantastic trip leader and great group. Well done Intrepid! I can thoroughly recommend this trip if you are short on time and wanna have a truly local experience."

Cost Details

only  £1175

Intrepid Travel Ltd

For travellers with a yearning to get off the beaten track, Intrepid opens up a whole new world. With a huge variety of travel styles available, Intrepid travellers explore the world's most amazing places - discovering real people, real cultures and having incredible real life experiences along the way.

  

or call:

0845 3 447 642