Tips for planning your trip to Russia

When you start thinking about visiting Russia, you will probably have many questions. You can, of course, count on our top-notch service and local knowledge and give us a call (1-800-884-1721) or you can find answers on this website:

• When is the best time to visit Russia and where in Russia should I go?
  
• How do I get Russian visa and should I go on a river cruise or a land tour?
  
• What are recommended hotels for my trip and how can I book opera and ballet tickets?
  
• Should I travel by rail or air within Russia and what is the best way to book airfares to Russia?
  
• Why do I need private guides and what are Russian national holidays?

Tips for Planning Your Trip

5 Essential Tips for Booking Travel to Russia

We also recommend that you read a story written by our Chief Travel Specialist Natalia Pakhomova. This story explains to you the most important things that you should keep in mind when planning your trip to Russia.

Pre-departure Orientation: Tips Before Your Depart on Your Trip

Your trip is booked and you are ready to embark on your journey. Wait a minute and lets make sure that you are really ready. This section will help you to know what you should bring with you to Russia and to get questions to these important questions:

• How much money do I bring and how can I exchange rubles? Can I use my credit card while in Russia?
• What clothes should I bring and how do I make sure that all my travel documents are correct?
  
• Can I use my cell phone in Russia and how can I access internet?
• Do I need to bring my medicine with me?
• What books do you recommend reading on my trip?
  

View Tips Before You Go

Tips for When You are in Russia