31 days in Russia Itinerary

A city of science and philosophy, cosmopolitan Kaliningrad once served as a cultural hub of Germany, Poland, and Lithuania.

Spend the 3rd (Thu) exploring nature at Kurshskaya Kosa. There's much more to do: examine the collection at B-413 Submarine Museum, learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Kaliningrad Zoo, take a tour of Research vessel "Vityaz", and pause for some serene contemplation at Cathedral of Christ the Savior.

To find more things to do, photos, ratings, and tourist information, you can read our Kaliningrad holiday site.

Paris, France to Kaliningrad is an approximately 8-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of train and bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from Paris to Kaliningrad. In August in Kaliningrad, expect temperatures between 27°C during the day and 14°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Thu) to allow time to fly to Moscow.

Russia's political, economic, and cultural center, Moscow remains the most populous inland city in the world, famed for its colorful history and rich architectural heritage.

Moscow is known for historic sites, museums, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: steep yourself in history at Red Square, pause for some serene contemplation at Saint Basil's Cathedral, walk around Sparrow Hills (Vorobyovy Gory), and explore the world behind art at State Tretyakov Gallery.

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Getting from Kaliningrad to Moscow by flight takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. The time zone difference when traveling from Kaliningrad to Moscow is 1 hour. Expect a daytime high around 27°C in August, and nighttime lows around 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Tue) early enough to fly to Volgograd.

The setting of some of the bloodiest battles of World War II, the vast city of Volgograd sits on the banks of the Volga River in the southern section of the country.

Volgograd is known for sightseeing, historic sites, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: pause for some photo ops at Mamayev Kurgan, don't miss a visit to Hall of Military Glory, take an in-depth tour of State Historical and Memorial Preserve The Battle of Stalingrad, and walk around Pobedi Park.

For maps, reviews, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Volgograd attractions planner.

Traveling by flight from Moscow to Volgograd takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Plan for somewhat warmer temperatures traveling from Moscow in August, with highs in Volgograd at 36°C and lows at 20°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 12th (Sat) so you can catch the flight to Kazan.

The heart of Tatar culture, Kazan carries the epithet of the "Third Capital of Russia" because of its rich history and thriving economy.

Explore Kazan's surroundings by going to Raifa (Belfry With The Church in Honor of Archangel Michael, Raifa Monastery, &more). The adventure continues: steep yourself in history at Kazan Kremlin, admire the striking features of Agricultural Palace, pause for some photo ops at Monument Fountain Kazan, and see the interesting displays at Konstantin Vasiliev Museum.

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Getting from Volgograd to Kazan by flight takes about 6 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Plan for little chillier temperatures traveling from Volgograd in August, with highs in Kazan at 29°C and lows at 17°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 16th (Wed) early enough to catch the flight to Vladimir.

The most visited destination in the Golden Ring circuit, the city of Vladimir is known for its remarkably preserved white-stone monuments, which have World Heritage status.

On the 17th (Thu), examine the collection at Museum of Wooden Architecture, admire the landmark architecture of Museum Complex Spaso-Evfimiev Monastery, and then pause for some photo ops at Monument to Residents of Suzdal Who Died During the Great Patriotic War. Here are some ideas for day two: pause for some serene contemplation at Church of the Intercession of the Holy Virgin, appreciate the history behind Sculpture Filer & Shalopai, see the interesting displays at Borodins' Blacksmith Shop, then examine the collection at Holy Assumption Cathedral, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Cathedral of Saint Demetrius.

To find other places to visit, maps, and more tourist information, read our Vladimir trip itinerary planner.

Fly from Kazan to Vladimir in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Fri) to allow enough time to take a train to Nizhny Novgorod.

Founded eight centuries ago at the confluence of the Volga and the Oka rivers, Nizhny Novgorod boasts over 600 historical, cultural, and architectural monuments.

Nizhny Novgorod is known for sightseeing, historic sites, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: step into the grandiose world of The Kremlin, pause for some serene contemplation at Church of Nativity of Most Holy Mother of God, admire the striking features of State Bank, and get to know the resident critters at Limpopo Zoo.

To see traveler tips, other places to visit, photos, and tourist information, read Nizhny Novgorod road trip planner.

Take a train from Vladimir to Nizhny Novgorod in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In August in Nizhny Novgorod, expect temperatures between 27°C during the day and 15°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Tue) so you can fly to St. Petersburg.

Built on a desolate swamp as a showcase capital of Imperial Russia, this grand city has certainly lived up to the expectations of its founder, Tsar Peter the Great.

St. Petersburg is known for museums, historic sites, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: admire the masterpieces at The State Hermitage Museum, take an in-depth tour of Yusupov Palace, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood, and contemplate the long history of Grand Peterhof Palace and Gardens.

To see photos, where to stay, other places to visit, and tourist information, go to the St. Petersburg online route planner.

Traveling by flight from Nizhny Novgorod to St. Petersburg takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. In August, daytime highs in St. Petersburg are 25°C, while nighttime lows are 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Mon) early enough to drive to Veliky Novgorod.

An ancient city thriving as a modern tourist destination, Veliky Novgorod rightly bills itself as the birthplace of Russia.

Veliky Novgorod is known for sightseeing, historic sites, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: appreciate the extensive heritage of Novgorod Kremlin (Detinets), appreciate the history behind Millennium of Russia, admire the striking features of Vazhnya, and take in the spiritual surroundings of St. George Monastery.

To find other places to visit, traveler tips, and tourist information, you can read our Veliky Novgorod trip planner.

Traveling by car from St. Petersburg to Veliky Novgorod takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 31st (Thu) to allow enough time to travel back home.