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Epic Trans-Mongolian: St. Petersburg - Moscow - Yekaterinburg - Irkutsk - Baikal - Mongolia - Beijing (TS-15)

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Epic Trans-Mongolian: St. Petersburg - Moscow - Yekaterinburg - Irkutsk - Baikal - Mongolia - Beijing (TS-15)

As the name suggests, this tour following the route of the Trans-Mongolian railway truly is an epic adventure. Beginning in St.Petersburg and finishing in Beijing with stops in Moscow, Yekaterinburg, Lake Baikal, Ulan Bator and Terelj National Park, this will be the trip of a lifetime. This tour will acquaint you with major highlights Russia, Mongolia and China have to offer and our guides will make this journey the most memorable of all time.

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Day 1

Thursday - St. Petersburg

Arrival Transfer to the Hotel

Airport arrival at St Petersburg where our driver will be waiting with a Go Russia sign and transfer to the hotel.

Day 2

Friday - St. Petersburg

St. Petersburg City Tour

This elegant museum city is perfect for exploring at an unhurried pace. Today, you'll fall in love with this most European of Russian cities as you take a guided city tour by car. See the Peter and Paul Fortress, St. Isaac's Cathedral and the Church of Christ's Resurrection (also known as The Saviour of the Blood). We will also take you to the famous cruiser Aurora, the legendary ship whose cannon gave the signal, on the order of Lenin, for the beginning of the Great Social Revolution almost a century ago.

Day 3

Saturday - St. Petersburg

Hermitage Museum. Departure to Moscow

Once you've taken a guided tour of the Hermitage, the Winter Palace the former residence of the Russian Tsars, you'll agree with us when we say it's one of best museums in the world. The architecturally splendid building houses a comprehensive collection of over three million works of art including those by Leonardo Da Vinci, Raphael and the French Impressionists. Later, you'll be met in the hotel lobby for your transfer to the railway station, where you'll take an overnight train to Moscow. Those who wish to travel in luxury can opt for the Grand Express, more a hotel on wheels. The exceptionally comfortable compartments are equipped with toilets, showers, air-conditioning, wide sofas, LCD TV, DVD-players and WI-FI. If you prefer, the Grand Express” train also has standard carriages offering 1st and 2nd class accommodation.

Day 4

Sunday - Moscow

Exploring Moscow. Red Square, St. Basil’s, Lenin Mausoleum

On arrival at the railway station our driver will be waiting at the end of the platform to transfer you to your hotel. Later, we will visit Lubyanka Square – the world-famous KGB centre of the Soviet epoch, and Teatralnaya Square, home to the famous Bolshoi Theatre. Then we will continue our walk through Moscow's backstreets and lanes where every building has its own unique and interesting tale to tell. We will also visit Tverskaya Street – the busiest street in Moscow – with myriad shops, restaurants and a unique combination of old, Stalin and modern architecture. We will then take a stroll along the pedestrian zone near the Red Square, where you'll be able to admire the colourful domes of St Basil's Cathedral, Lenin's mausoleum and GUM department store.

Day 5

Monday - Moscow

Kremlin & Armoury. Departure to Yekaterinburg

Once the residence of the Tsars and now the base for the Russian president, the Kremlin is a fascinating place to explore. You can almost feel the ghosts of Tsarist Russia in Cathedral Square. Inside the Armoury Museum, marvel at such treasures as Faberge's fabulously decorated eggs, the chalice of Yuri Dolgorukiy and weaponry dating back centuries. Later, take a tour of the Moscow Underground, a work of art in itself with its stations adorned with mosaics, marble, bronze sculptures and stained glass. At the end of the day, our driver will transfer you from the hotel lobby to the train station for your fast overnight train to Yekaterinburg. Choose from first or second class and enjoy a comfortable ride and a meal in the onboard dining car.

Day 6

Tuesday - Yekaterinburg

Transfer to the Hotel

After your late evening arrival in Yekaterinburg, our driver will meet you at the train with a sign bearing your names and transfer you to the hotel.

Day 7

Wednesday - Yekaterinburg

Ganina Yama & Cathedral on the Blood. Europe-Asia Border. Departure to Siberia

Our guided sightseeing programme in Yekaterinburg includes a moving visit to the Memorial Cathedral on the Blood in the name of all Saints, which was built on the site of the execution of the last Russian Tsar Nikolay II and his family. From there, we'll take you to Ganina Pit, an orthodox monastery where the imperial remains were initially interred and to seven wooden churches in the heart of a centuries-old pine forest. Finally we make an excursion to an obelisk marking the boundary between Europe and Asia where traditionally tourists drink champagne. En route, we pause at the memorial honouring the victims of Stalin’s repressions of the 1930s to 1950s. Our driver will meet you at the hotel lobby to take you to the station for your late evening train. Three days later we will arrive at Irkutsk, the jumping off point for Lake Baikal.

Day 8 - 9

Thursday - Friday

Onboard

Day 10

Saturday - Irkutsk - Listvyanka

Lake Baikal

Following our early morning arrival in Irkutsk our guide will meet you at the train for your transfer to Listvyanka village on the shores of Lake Baikal (appr. 70 km). There you will have free time, during which you can visit the Baikal Lake Museum, see the St Nicolas Russian Orthodox Church, visit the market or take a boat trip on the lake itself.

Day 11

Sunday - Listvyanka - Irkutsk

Wooden Architecture Museum in Taltsy. Exploring Irkutsk

Our guide will meet you at your accommodation for your transfer to Irkutsk. On the way, we make a stop at Taltsy to see the open air Wooden Architecture Museum located in the heart of the forest on the banks of the Angara River. There you'll learn about village life, see the interiors of a Russian fort, a Shaman yurt and a 15th century watchtower, as well as glimpse at the lifestyle of the Buryat and Evenk people. Back in Irkutsk, known as the Paris of Siberia, we enjoy a guided city tour which will reveal the rustic but beautiful timber cottages with their wooden fretwork.

Day 12

Monday - Irkutsk

Departure to Mongolia

Transferring to the railway station, we leave the warm hospitality of the Siberian Russians and start our trip to Mongolia by comfortable train.

Day 13

Tuesday - Ulan Bator - Terelj

Arrival in Mongolia. Chinggis Khaan Statue. Enjoy Terelj National Park

Our guide will meet you at the railway station for your transfer to Terelj National Park. Soon after leaving the Mongolian capital we find ourselves at the gleaming 40 metre tall statue of Chinggis Khaan (Genghis Khan) on horseback, currently the largest equestrian statue in the world. Visitors climbing to the horse's head are rewarded with panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. Upon reaching Terelj National Park, famous for its granite rock formations and pristine alpine scenery, we will visit the famous Turtle Rock and also hike to Aryabal Monastery. We will have an opportunity to visit a nomad family and explore their traditional way of life by learning how to milk a cow and prepare dairy products. In summer we stay overnight in a traditional Mongolian ger - a traditional sturdy wood and felt type tent. In winter we stay in a wooden lodge.

Day 14

Wednesday - Terelj - Ulan Bator

Ulan Bator City Tour. National History Museum

Our driver will collect you from your accommodation and transfer you to Ulan Bator where you'll enjoy a city tour. We will visit Gandan Hiid Monastery, the country’s largest remaining monastery, Sukhebaatar Square and the Museum of Natural History, where you will see dinosaur remains as well as other archaeological finds from the Mesozoic Era excavated from the Gobi desert. We will also pay a visit to the National History Museum where your guide will teach you about Mongolia's rich cultural heritage.

Day 15

Thursday - Ulan Bator

Departure to China

Our driver will meet you with a sign board at the lobby of the hotel to transfer you to the railway station for your overnight train to Beijing. By opting to travel on a Thursday, you'll be able to catch Train 24, a service popular with foreign visitors with accommodation in first class (two berth compartment, semi-private shower facilities) and second class (four berth compartment, shared toilet and washbasin facilities). Hot boiled water is available in each carriage and train attendants provide thermos kettles. The train has a dining car and a bar with reasonable prices.

Day 16

Friday – Beijing

Arrival in China. Exploring Old Beijing (Hutong Area)

On arrival in Beijing, our driver will be waiting for you with a sign board at the station to transfer you to the hotel. Beijing is a modern city, but we will begin by visiting one of its oldest neighbourhoods, a hutong by Shichahai Lake. Hutong, a description dating back to the 13th century Yuan dynasty, means a city area with narrow streets or alleys. Few of these fascinating areas remain, a casualty of China's rapid economic development. Leaving the hutong, we will continue by rickshaw to Shichahai Lake and the Drum Tower in the heart of old Beijing. Enjoy fantastic views of the lake, and the former princes' houses and well preserved courtyards which surround it. You can also take an optional boat trip on the lake. Your evening is free to continue to explore China's vibrant capital city at your own pace.

Day 17

Saturday – Beijing

Tiananmen Square. Forbidden City & Summer Palace

Located in the centre of Beijing, at 440 000 square metres, Tiananmen is the largest city square in the world. It is culturally significant and also the site of several key events in Chinese history, most recently in 1989 when government troops stopped pro-democracy protesters there. To the north of the square lies the Forbidden City, the Imperial Palace during the Ming and Qing dynasties, which we shall explore on a guided tour. Later we will make our way to the magnificent Summer Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Day 18

Sunday - Beijing and Badaling

Badaling Great Wall. Visit to the Olympic Green

Today we make our way 44 miles north of Beijing to Badaling, the most accessible stretch of the Great Wall of China and also the best preserved, where we take a guided tour. Following our visit, we will see the Olympic Green, site of some of the best known venues built for the 2008 Games: the Beijing National Stadium, Aquatics Centre, Green Hockey Field and many more.

Day 19

Monday - Beijing

Departure for the Airport

All good things must come to an end. Our driver will meet you with a sign board at the hotel lobby and deliver you to the airport for your flight home.

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All our hotels and traditional accommodation at lake Baikal (a guest – house) and in Mongolia (a ger) have been carefully selected and personally tested by Go Russia product development team. They have been chosen for their central location, available facilities, tastefully designed interiors, and friendly service and customers’ feedbacks. Most of the hotels on your tour will have a 4* rating. Please note all our hotels are recommended on Tripadvisor and have above average reviews. Please view hotels details below.

Hotel Nevsky Grand St. Petersbrug 3*

Hotel Nevsky Hotel Grand is ideally located in the center of St. Petersburg, and within easy walking distance of the famous landmarks of St. Petersburg - such as Hermitage; Kazan, St. Isaac's and Savior on Spilled Blood Cathedrals; Russian museum. The hotel features elegant interior and cozy homelike atmosphere. The hotel’s 135 guest rooms and 5 suites are designed in the modern style with a touch of antique, complimented by the technological amenities, including telephone, free WiFi, interactive satellite television, safe, air-conditioning system. There is a hall on every floor with soft drinks, coffee and tea, open 24 hours a day.Learn more

M-Hotel St. Petersbrug 3*

Located in the Golden Triangle District, the 3 star M-Hotel is convenient for many of St Petersburg’s attractions including being just a twenty minute walk from the Hermitage Museum. In addition, it is well connected to public transport; the nearest Metro station, Nevsky Prospect, is only a two minute walk away. The hotel’s rooms and suites are bright and airy, furnished in a comfortable fashion. WiFi is available throughout the hotel at no additional cost.Learn more

Hotel Katerina City Moscow 4*

Katerina City is located in the picturesque district of the Russian capital, on the bank of the Moscow River, just two metro stations to the Red Square. A wide range of facilities makes the guests' stay comfortable and pleasant and modern European architecture and fresh interiors in a Scandinavian style combined with the home-like atmosphere make this hotel a perfect holiday retreat. The hotel rooms feature elegant and modern design, comfortable furniture and superb amenities. Your accommodation also includes free drinking water and tea / coffee making facilities. Sauna and fitness center are free of charge: 07:00 – 23:00.Learn more

Hotel Novotel Yekaterinburg Center 4*

The Novotel Yekaterinburg Centre is one of the best hotels in the city. It is conveniently located right in the heart of the capital of the Urals, within walking distance of the city's main attractions and the business and shopping centers of Yekaterinburg. All rooms feature climate control and free WIFI, combining modern decor, ergonomics and high-tech equipment. The hotel is fully equipped with new-generation Novotel rooms meaning MediaHub panel allowing to charge Mac, iPhone and plug laptop to TV, watch movies and make video-calls. Standard rooms have air conditioning, rain shower, satellite TV, tea/coffee amenities, laptop safe, minibar.Learn more

"U Nikolaya" Listvyanka B&B

A traditional Russian guest-house “U Nikolaya” (meaning in Russian “At Nikolay’s Place” where Nikolay is the chalet owner) consists of two buildings – a two storey charming "log cabin" style chalet and a brick three storey house, providing a warm and inviting atmosphere and rustic ambiance. It is located on the shore of the world famous Lake Baikal and in the middle of the valley surrounded by houses of local people. A spectacular view to the Lake Baikal's blue mirror opens up from windows of the lodge. Lovely heels with bush forest start beyond the garden of chalet. It's a great place to admire the outstanding nature of the lake feeling real Russian countryside atmosphere.Learn more

Hotel Angara 3*

The Angara Hotel was named after the great Siberian River and is situated right in the heart of business and financial life of Irkutsk - on the Kirov Square. There are 285 comfortable standard rooms, semi-deluxe and deluxe rooms equipped with a private bathroom, safe, color TV, mini-bar, hairdryer, air-conditioner and Internet access. The hotel has two restaurants, post office, currency exchange office, massage room, sauna with a pool, gym, casino and billiards.Learn more

Terelj Lodge Ger Camp

Ger camps we use on our tours are slightly modified for Western travelers, however they do offer a genuinely authentic experience and most of them are situated in picturesque areas. The gers are made of a wooden frame that is covered with felt. Inside they are generally brightly painted and feature two or four single beds, a small table, chairs, a lamp, electricity sockets and a stove for heating. Learn more

Hotel Platinum Ulan-Bator 4*

Located in the Sukhbaatar district of central Ulan Bator, the Platinum Hotel is a comfortable 4* hotel which has proved popular with guests. Its proximity to Sukhbaatar Square ensures guests are based at the very heart of the Mongolian capital, and premier attraction such as the National Museum of Mongolian History, the Mongolian Theatre Museum, Presidential Palace and the Chinggis Khan Gardens are just a short stroll away.
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Hotel Qianmen’s Jianguo Beijing 4*

Qianmen’s Jianguo Hotel is a popular four star choice located in the heart of central Beijing, a short drive from major sights such as Tiananmen Square and the Temple of Heaven. Boasting over 400 rooms, accommodation at this well-equipped hotel features flat screen television, air conditioning, a kettle and a minibar. Each room is en suite, providing a hairdryer and complimentary toiletries.
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Note on pricing:

All prices are per person, in US Dollars. All included services are listed in the tour dossier and the right-hand side column, section “Included”.
Price “Excluding flight” does not cover airfare, you are free to book your own flights. Alternatively we can quote an airfare for you. We advise not to delay with booking your tour as airfares may go up.
Single supplement goes towards single room (cabin for cruises) accommodation.
Solo supplement is payable in the unlikely event when you are the only person on the tour. It will be refunded if other people join the same tour.
“Train upgrade” supplement means an upgrade for a compartment for 2 people and refers to overnight trains only. Advisable to book if you prefer more privacy and comfort during your overnight train journeys. Read more about train upgrade.

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This was a fantastic experience from start to finish. Would I undertake the trip again? In a heartbeat! The support from London was great and the organisation on-route excellent. The guides were all good and several were outstanding and really catered for our needs. Thank you to the staff of Just Go Russia - loved it!

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Les Goodchild

Everything went exactly to schedule, drivers were there to pick us up as indicated, guides were always there at the allotted time. Trains departed/arrived on time. We had no issues at all on the journey.

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James Evans

Go Russia was efficient and responsive to all my enquiries, I would like to mention Julia who was exceptionally helpful in answering all my enquiries and assurances given to a single female traveller. Jelena at the Visa office was also very helpful, thank you. I would recommend Go Russia without any hesitation and would definitely use them again

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Olivia Bevan

The local guides and drivers were first class. They all took really good care to ensure that all of the programme was followed. It was an adventure but thanks to the guides and drivers we felt secure at all times

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Joel Ahmed

Overall, the trip was fantastic. We had a great group of 6 from Moscow to Beijing who got on well together, which made for a entertaining time, particularly on the trains. We learnt an enormous amount from all the guides and this made the whole trip really interesting. Thanks for a great experience!

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Charlie Holland

All the transfers and arrangements were perfect. Hotels very well chosen. Excellent: transfers and greetings from trains - very time you were there for us, no worries about being in a strange place on our own. We felt cared for throughout.

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Emily Kerr

Overall it was a very good experience and we were very pleased. The guide in Mongolia, Ulanbator was excellent. She was very caring looked into our individual needs and went out of the way to make our tour in Ulanbator special. She was very knowledgeable enthusiastic and passionate. Thank you.

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Samuel Schmidt

All connections, accommodation, electronic tickets, sightseeing and transfers took place without a problem. Your visa assistance very efficient.

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Matthew Cundy

The guides were excellent and spoke almost perfect English. So knowledgeable too. Wonderful drivers throughout the trip and the transfers always dependable and helpful. Really nice hotels too.

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Dan Lee

Excellent organisation with everything running smoothly - transfers to and from trains/hotels/airport, knowledgeable and friendly guides. I especially liked staying in the ger in Mongolia. I thoroughly enjoyed the trip...

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Sylvia Day

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Moscow

Moscow by Night City Tour by Car

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$85

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Diamond Fund Guided Tour

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$90

per person
2 hours

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Tretiakov Gallery Guided Tour

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$75

per person
4 hours

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Cathedral of Christ the Saviour Guided Tour

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$65

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3 hours

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Half Day Guided Tour to Sergiev Posad Monastery - the Heart of Russian Orthodox Religion

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$115

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7 hours

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Central Museum of the Armed Forces of Russia Guided Tour

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$75

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4 hours

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Trip to Cosmonaut Training Centre - Star City

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$205

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6 hours

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St. Petersburg

Draw Bridges Night Tour by Car

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$95

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3 hours

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Russian Museum Guided Tour

Russian Museum Guided Tour Russian museum features the largest collection of Russian art no other museum in the world can boast of. Over 400,000 exhibits reflect history of Russian fine art from the ancient icons to the 20th century avant-garde, presenting all the stages, schools and genres. The permanent exhibition of the State Russian Museum presents the works of Russian and Soviet artists and covers the period from the 11th century till nowadays. Along with paintings, the museum boasts unique collections of works of folk art, decorative and applied art, and numismatics.

$65

per person
4 hours

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Folk Show at Nikolaevsky Palace

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$60

per person
2 hours

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St. Petersburg Boat Trip with an Audio-guide

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$35

per person
1 hour

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Listvyanka

Circum-Baikal Railway Walking Tour

Circum-Baikal Railway Walking Tour Enjoy a walking tour along the Circum-Baikal railway – a truly historic line - starting from Port Baikal to the first or second tunnel. You’re bound to be impressed by the stunning views of Lake Baikal, its magnificent beauty and the surrounding hills. This is a circular route, which starts and ends in Listvyanka village.

$85

per person
6 hours

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Circum-Baikal Railway Guided Tour by Train

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$225

per person
11 hours

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Listvyanka Tour & Visit to the Balkal Museum

Listvyanka Tour & Visit to the Balkal Museum Enjoy a guided walk in the village including a visit to the Baikal museum. Your guide will also show you the famous Shaman Rock and tell you the legend about the naughty Angara River. Take a cable lift to get to a nearby view point from where you’ll get a chance to take panoramic pictures of Baikal. Enjoy your visit to a local 19th century wooden St. Nicolas church and a local fish market where you’ll see a great variety of fish and different ways of cooking it. Price includes services of an English-speaking guide, entrance tickets to the Baikal museum, transport from the village centre to the Baikal museum and back, cable car (one way).

$145

per person
4 hours

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Trekking at Baikal with Picnic

Trekking at Baikal with Picnic Note: you need to be fit to participate in this trek. This is a circular route hike which starts and ends in Listvyanka. First half of the walk goes through the Taiga forest, then the trail leads down to the shore of Lake Baikal. On the lake shore the guide will cook for you a delicious lunch on camp-fire. After sunbathing and swimming in the lake, we continue our walk on the hillside enjoying the panorama of Lake Baikal along the way. You will be accompanied by an English-speaking guide.

$85

per person
6 hours

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Horse Riding in Taiga

Horse Riding in Taiga Enjoy horse-riding along the largest lake on our planet or deep in Taiga forest. Before the horse riding session you will receive a short briefing and your instructor will show you how to get on a horse and how to control it. Please note, there will be no English – speaking guide with you, only an instructor who speaks basic English.

$115

per person
3 hours

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Ride a Quad in Listvyanka

Ride a Quad in Listvyanka Ride a quad in Listvyanka village, enjoy stunning views of Lake Baikal and experience taiga forest. You will be riding a quad with another person (in total 2 persons per quad) accompanied by an English speaking guide. A picnic lunch will be served on the lake shore.

$145

per person
2 hours

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Beijing

Extension Trip to Xian from Beijing

Extension Trip to Xian from Beijing We invite you for an optional extension trip from Beijing to Xian - one of the four ancient capitals of China and an important cultural centre of the country. You will travel by an overnight train to Xian where upon arrival you will enjoy full day guided excursions with an English-speaking guide, including Terracotta army, Big Wild Gooze Pagoda, City Wall, etc. You will also have some free time to visit the old markets in Drum Tower and Great Mosque area before transfer back to the railway station. Lunch included.

$445

per person

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Summer Palace Guided Tour

Summer Palace Guided Tour We will visit the magnificent Summer Palace located 15 kilometres (9.4 miles) away from central Beijing. The Palace represents an outstanding expression of the creative art of Chinese landscape garden design and is included on UNESCO World Heritage List.

Price
by request
3 hours

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Hong Kong Extension - 4 days

Hong Kong Extension - 4 days Hong Kong has enjoyed special status since being returned to China by the British in 1997. This prosperous and vibrant territory is a world-class destination beloved by many for its curious and unique mix of eastern and western cultures. The towering skyscrapers of Hong Kong Island and the sheltered harbour that divides it from bustling Kowloon are perhaps its most iconic sight. But there’s much more to explore: outlying islands boast secluded beaches and charming fishing villages that are surprisingly rural yet easy to reach from the city. A short boat ride away is the neighbouring territory of Macao, returned by the Portuguese in 1999, and a fascinating contrast to Hong Kong.

$845

per person

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Ulaanbaatar

World Energy Point by Train

World Energy Point by Train Dornogobi (Eastern Gobi) province located in the south-east of the country and bordering on China, is part of the Gobi desert belt. Sand dunes Burden Gashuun, Tsagaan Els and Tavan Tolgoi stretch along the borders of the aimag (province). The main attraction of the region is Khamriin Khiid Monastery, founded by the famous monk and poet of the 19th century Danzan Ravjaa, however, ruined in the 1930s. Today, the new monastery with two temples is re-opened. Near the caves, where Danzan Ravjaa and his disciples meditated there are 9 stupas built to commemorate him. Dinosaur bones and fossils have also been found in the area.

$575

per person

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Gobi Classic Tour

Gobi Classic Tour Gobi Desert is one of the world’s legendary places, feared as uninhabitable yet attracting travelers because it is so forbidding. Hit the road with this remarkable 7 days long journey deep into the forbidding Gobi Desert. We will lead you on an unforgettable journey where no two days are alike and where you will learn the complex nature of this famous desert. This is a road trip like no other!

$1745

per person

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South Gobi by Plane

South Gobi by Plane Discover Gobi in 3 days. The desert covers one third of Mongolia’s land area, and is fascinating for its geography, history and pre-history, plants, animals and human society. Mongolians list 33 types of gobi, depending on soil colour and composition. There is a lot of variety within the Gobi Desert, from wildlife parks and mountains to canyons with dramatic rockfaces.

$1395

per person

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Starts Ends St. Petersburg Beijing Departs Duration Thursday 19 days
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Included

Accommodation
Breakfasts in the hotels
Full-board in Mongolia & China
Train travel (overnight)
English – speaking guides
Guided tours & entrance fees
Visas: consular & processing fees
Airport & railway transfers

Not included

Personal travel insurance
Optional excursions and services
Meals on the train

Optional extras and upgrades

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All the transfers and arrangements were perfect. Hotels very well chosen. Excellent: transfers and greetings from trains - very time you were there for us, no worries about being in a strange place on our own. We felt cared for throughout.
Emily Kerr
All connections, accommodation, electronic tickets, sightseeing and transfers took place without a problem. Your visa assistance very efficient.
Matthew Cundy