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Trans-Siberian Vladivostok-Moscow
14 days
Vladivostok, Khabarovsk, Ulan-Ude, Lake Baikal, Irkutsk, Novosibirsk, Yekaterinburg, Kazan, Moscow
The Trans-Siberian Railway is a legendary journey through Russia. Thanks to the chartered train "Imperial Russia", you benefit from all the magic of this circuit, while profiting from a comfort clearly superior to that of the regular trains. No need to transport your luggage at each stage, your train stops at the same time as you to allow you serene visits. On board, a French- speaking guide accompanies you throughout the duration of the circuit to appreciate even more the big and small moments of the trip.
Day 1: Moscow, Vladivostok
On arrival at Moscow International Airport pass your arrival formalities and board your flight to Vladivostok where you’ll be met by our represen- tative and transferred to your hotel. Rest of the day fee. Dinner and over- night at the hotel. [D]
Day 2: Vladivostok
After breakfast, the city tour of Vladivostok including the main attraction: the panoramic view of the Tokarev lighthouse - at the entrance to the port of Vladivostok, on the Sea of Japan. You will admire the ferry termi- nal and the train station. The central
square with the Monument to the Combatants, the historic center of Vladivostok, Svetlanskaya avenue, the Arc de Triomphe built by Tsar Nicolas II, Korabelnaia Naberejnaia, the S-56 submarine museum, the funicular, "The Eagle's Nest '- hill forming the highest point in downtown Vladivostok, from where you have a breathtaking view of the bridge and the city. Marina and Vladivostok Fortress Museum. Visit to the Regional Museum, Orthodox Church. In the second part of the day you will cross the famous bridge to Ile Rousski. Ile Rousski is open for residents of the
Primorye and for recent travelers. You have the chance to admire a large international business center, where major summits will take place, the Campus of the University of the Far
East, which brings together 4 major universities of Vladivostok, and f rom where one has a breathtaking view of the banks of Primorie with hills, forests, picturesque coastal landscapes and bays. Last dinner in the city and transfer to the station and installation on the train "Imperial Russia". [B/L/D]
Day 3: Khabarovsk
Arrival in Khabarovsk. You will take advantage of its location on the banks of the Amour river. The city is lined with pretty buildings from the Tsarist era. In the first part of the day you will visit the Territorial Museum which is located in a beautiful red brick building from 1984. The museum offers an exhibition of above average quality on indigenous cultures. After lunch, take a ride on the boat with a folklore show. [B/L/D]
Day 4: Day on board
Relaxing day crossing the "Wild East"
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