Discovering Russia with the Family

  • Day 1: Arrival at Sheremetyevo International Airport
    1 hour 30 minutes (30 km) from Moscow city center

    Welcome to Moscow! After checking in to your hotel, take a walking tour of Moscow's famous Red Square offering a mix of architecture and history including the stunning St. Basil's Cathedral.

  • Day 2: Moscow Kremlin
    20 minutes (1.5 km) from Red Square

    Visit the Moscow Kremlin, a UNESCO World Heritage site that includes several palaces, cathedrals, and museums. See the famous Tsar Cannon and Tsar Bell on display in the grounds, and tour inside the Armoury Chamber filled with priceless Russian treasures!

  • Day 3: The Moscow Metro
    40 minutes (12 km) from the Moscow Kremlin

    Known as one of the most beautiful subway systems in the world, take a tour of the Moscow Metro and admire the unique and grand decorations of each station- murals, frescoes, chandeliers, and more!

  • Day 4: Sergiev Posad & The Golden Ring
    1 hour and 30 minutes (75 km) from Moscow city center

    A scenic day trip awaits to visit Sergiev Posad, one of the country's most important pilgrimage sites. Explore the famous Trinity Lavra of St. Sergius - a grand complex situated amidst stunning landscape. .

  • Day 5: Yekaterinburg City
    1 hour and 30 minutes (19 km) from Koltsovo International Airport, Yekaterinburg

    Take a walking tour of Yekaterinburg, where we suggest making stops in the recently renovated Vysotsky Tower, QWERTY Monument, and the grand Rastorguyev-Kharitonov Palace.

  • Day 6: Europe-Asia Border
    2 hours (20 km) from Yekaterinburg city center

    Visit the famous Europe-Asia Border which divides the two parts of the world. Stand with each foot on a different continent- an unforgettable family photo opportunity.

  • Day 7: Kungur Ice Cave
    3 hours 20 minutes (246 km) from Europe-Asia Border

    The magnificent Kungur Ice Cave is the perfect day trip for the family! Walk paths lined with stalactites and stalagmites, ice crystals and blocks, and towers interconnected with ice curtains and bridges within the cave.

  • Day 8 - 9: Kazan City
    2 hours 45 minutes (820 km) from Kungur Ice Cave

    Take a short flight to Kazan City in Tatarstan, known for its unique blend of Eastern and Western cultures.

  • Day 10: Kazan Kremlin
    14 minutes (1.2 km) from Bauman Street, Kazan City

    No visit to Kazan is complete without a tour of the stunning UNESCO-listed Kazan Kremlin, filled with both history and attractions, including the iconic Söyembikä Tower and Kul Sharif Mosque.

  • Day 11: Raifa Monastery
    1 hour 30 minutes (30 km) from Kazan city center

    Take a day trip out to Raifa Monastery, one of the country's most picturesque religious site. Complete with a stunning lakeside setting and a peaceful atmosphere.

  • Day 12: Puroran Plateau, Baikal
    6 hours 30 minutes (460 km) from Kazan city center

    A bit of a journey awaits but the Puroran Plateau offers stunning views of the Siberian landscape! A guided tour can be arranged for the family to learn about the regions flora and fauna, along with traditional taiga crafts.

  • Day 13 - 14: Olkhon Island, Lake Baikal
    3 hours 30 minutes (250 km) from Puroran Plateau

    Spend a couple of days on the stunning Olkhon Island. Walk along the rocky coast, take a boat out on Lake Baikal, and explore traditional Buryat villages; all while enjoying the beauty of natural landscapes as far as your eyes can see!

  • Day 15: Departure from Irkutsk International Airport
    1 hour (55 km) from Olkhon Island via ferry + car

    After experiencing the beauty of Russia, it's time to say goodbye. We hope to see you again soon!

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Red Square (2 hours, FREE)
  • Moscow Kremlin (4 hours, 1000₽ per adult, 350₽ per child)
  • Moscow Metro (2 hours, 55₽ per adult, children under 7 free)
  • Sergiev Posad & The Golden Ring (7 hours, 4500₽ per adult, 2000₽ per child)
  • Yekaterinburg City (4 hours, FREE)
  • Europe-Asia Border (1 hour, FREE)
  • Kungur Ice Cave (3 hours, 500₽ per adult, 350₽ per child)
  • Kazan Kremlin (3 - 4 hours, 800₽ per adult, 400₽ per child)
  • Raifa Monastery (4 hours, 1400₽ per adult, 500₽ per child)
  • Puroran Plateau, Baikal (4 hours, 750₽ per adult, 500₽ per child)
  • Olkhon Island, Lake Baikal (2 days stay, average of 4000₽ per person per day)

Total Estimated Costs: Adults=15,105₽, Children=6,150₽

Transportation

Traveling in Russia with the family can be quite the experience. Utilizing local public transport is a cost-efficient and time-efficient way; however, we recommend hiring private transport for long day out trips as it can be more comfortable. Flight tickets for the itinerary will cost around 18000₽ per adult.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, we suggest spending a day exploring the Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg, or go skiing or snowboarding in the winter wonderland of Mount Elbrus. If you have less time, consider skipping the Europe-Asia Border or the Kungur Ice Cave to add more time to your other destinations.

Airports

Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO) - located 30 km northwest of Moscow city centre.

Koltsovo International Airport in Yekaterinburg (SVX) - Located 19 km southeast of city centre on the Asian side of Russia.

Irkutsk International Airport (IKT) - located 5 km west of the city center, near Lake Baikal.

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