36 days in Russia Itinerary
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Start: Wellington
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Moscow
— 5 nights
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Kaliningrad
— 4 nights
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St. Petersburg
— 8 nights
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Yaroslavl
— 3 nights
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Vladimir
— 2 nights
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Nizhny Novgorod
— 4 nights
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Kazan
— 4 nights
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Irkutsk
— 2 nights
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End: Wellington
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Moscow — 5 nights
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Third Rome
Change things up with these side-trips from Moscow: FREEZONE (in Sharapovo), The Holy Trinity-St. Sergius Lavra (in Sergiyev Posad) and Church of the Sign of the Blessed Virgin Mary (in Dubrovitsy). There's still lots to do: steep yourself in history at Red Square, admire the masterpieces at State Tretyakov Gallery, walk around Sparrow Hills (Vorobyovy Gory), and examine the collection at Moscow Kremlin.
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Wellington, New Zealand to Moscow is an approximately 28-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Wellington to Moscow is minus 9 hours. In July, Moscow is a bit warmer than Wellington - with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Fri) to allow enough time to fly to Kaliningrad.
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Wellington, New Zealand to Moscow is an approximately 28-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Wellington to Moscow is minus 9 hours. In July, Moscow is a bit warmer than Wellington - with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Fri) to allow enough time to fly to Kaliningrad.
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Kaliningrad — 4 nights
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Amber City
Explore Kaliningrad's surroundings by going to Beach Promenade (in Yantarnyy) and Zelenogradsk (Monument to Cats in Zelenogradsk & Stand-Up Paddleboarding). Spend the 30th (Sat) exploring nature at Kurshskaya Kosa. There's lots more to do: examine the collection at B-413 Submarine Museum, pause for some serene contemplation at Konigsberg Cathedral, contemplate the long history of Fort XI Donhoff, and step aboard Research vessel "Vityaz".
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Traveling by flight from Moscow to Kaliningrad takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. The time zone changes from Moscow Standard Time (MSK) to Eastern European Standard Time (EET), which is usually a -1 hour difference. July in Kaliningrad sees daily highs of 27°C and lows of 15°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Tue) early enough to fly to St. Petersburg.
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Traveling by flight from Moscow to Kaliningrad takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. The time zone changes from Moscow Standard Time (MSK) to Eastern European Standard Time (EET), which is usually a -1 hour difference. July in Kaliningrad sees daily highs of 27°C and lows of 15°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Tue) early enough to fly to St. Petersburg.
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St. Petersburg — 8 nights
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Venice of the North
St. Petersburg is known for museums, historic sites, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore the world behind art at The State Hermitage Museum, steep yourself in history at Palace Square, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Saint Isaac's Cathedral, and browse the exhibits of Peter and Paul Fortress.
To see reviews, maps, traveler tips, and other tourist information, go to the St. Petersburg travel route site.
You can fly from Kaliningrad to St. Petersburg in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Kaliningrad to St. Petersburg, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. In August, daily temperatures in St. Petersburg can reach 25°C, while at night they dip to 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Wed) to allow enough time to fly to Yaroslavl.
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You can fly from Kaliningrad to St. Petersburg in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Kaliningrad to St. Petersburg, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. In August, daily temperatures in St. Petersburg can reach 25°C, while at night they dip to 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Wed) to allow enough time to fly to Yaroslavl.
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Yaroslavl — 3 nights
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Venture out of the city with trips to Rostov (State Museum Preserve Rostov Kremlin & Yakovlevsky Savior Monastery) and Kostroma (Dom Gorodskogo Golovy Botnikova Museum & The Resurrection Church on the Debra). The adventure continues: don't miss a visit to Vvedenskiy Tolga Convent, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Church of Elijah the Prophet, appreciate the extensive heritage of Yaroslavl Embankment, and ponder the design of Strelka Fountains.
To find other places to visit, more things to do, traveler tips, and more tourist information, go to the Yaroslavl online holiday planner.
You can fly from St. Petersburg to Yaroslavl in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. In August, daytime highs in Yaroslavl are 27°C, while nighttime lows are 16°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Vladimir.
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You can fly from St. Petersburg to Yaroslavl in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. In August, daytime highs in Yaroslavl are 27°C, while nighttime lows are 16°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Vladimir.
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Vladimir — 2 nights
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Kick off your visit on the 14th (Sun): see the interesting displays at Holy Assumption Cathedral, then see the interesting displays at Borodins' Blacksmith Shop, then examine the collection at Spoon Museum, and finally take an in-depth tour of Vodonapornaya Bashnya. Here are some ideas for day two: pause for some serene contemplation at Church of the Intercession of the Holy Virgin, then browse the exhibits of Museum Complex Spaso-Evfimiev Monastery, and then explore the galleries of Museum of Wooden Architecture.
To find photos, more things to do, other places to visit, and more tourist information, go to the Vladimir trip itinerary planning website.
Traveling by car from Yaroslavl to Vladimir takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Mon) to allow enough time to take a train to Nizhny Novgorod.
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Traveling by car from Yaroslavl to Vladimir takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Mon) to allow enough time to take a train to Nizhny Novgorod.
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Nizhny Novgorod — 4 nights
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Russia's Pocket
Nizhny Novgorod is known for sightseeing, historic sites, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore the historical opulence of The Kremlin, appreciate the history behind Sculptural Composition Hunting for Pigeons, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Voznesenskiy Pechyorskiy muzhskoy monastyr', and get to know the resident critters at Limpopo Zoo.
For traveler tips, more things to do, ratings, and tourist information, read our Nizhny Novgorod online driving holiday planner.
Traveling by train from Vladimir to Nizhny Novgorod takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 27°C in August, and nighttime lows around 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Fri) to allow time to fly to Kazan.
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Traveling by train from Vladimir to Nizhny Novgorod takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 27°C in August, and nighttime lows around 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Fri) to allow time to fly to Kazan.
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Kazan — 4 nights
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Sports Capital of Russia
Explore Kazan's surroundings by going to City Lake (in Zelenodolsk) and Ethnocultural Complex Shorunzha (in Shorunzha). There's much more to do: contemplate the long history of Kazan Kremlin, examine the collection at Konstantin Vasiliev Museum, pause for some serene contemplation at Annunciation Cathedral, and admire the landmark architecture of Agricultural Palace.
To find reviews, maps, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our Kazan trip itinerary planning site.
Getting from Nizhny Novgorod to Kazan by flight takes about 5.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 29°C in August, and nighttime lows around 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Tue) to allow enough time to fly to Irkutsk.
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Getting from Nizhny Novgorod to Kazan by flight takes about 5.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 29°C in August, and nighttime lows around 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Tue) to allow enough time to fly to Irkutsk.
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Irkutsk — 2 nights
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Paris of Siberia
Step out of Irkutsk to go to Taltsy and see Taltsy Museum, which is approximately 56 minutes away. And it doesn't end there: explore the activities along Lake Baikal, take an in-depth tour of Irkutsk Regional Historical and Memorial Museum of Decembrists, walk around Kaiskaya Forest, and head off the coast to Konny Island.
To find photos, where to stay, and other tourist information, read our Irkutsk itinerary planner.
Traveling by flight from Kazan to Irkutsk takes 10 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. The time zone changes from Moscow Standard Time (MSK) to Irkutsk Standard Time (IRKT), which is usually a 5 hour difference. Traveling from Kazan in August, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be slightly colder in Irkutsk, with lows of 13°C. On the 26th (Fri), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly back home.
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Traveling by flight from Kazan to Irkutsk takes 10 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. The time zone changes from Moscow Standard Time (MSK) to Irkutsk Standard Time (IRKT), which is usually a 5 hour difference. Traveling from Kazan in August, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be slightly colder in Irkutsk, with lows of 13°C. On the 26th (Fri), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly back home.
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Russia travel guide
Mother Russia
Feared and revered not long ago as the land "behind the Iron Curtain" and before that as "the land of the Tsars," Russia is a land of many contrasts. Spreading over two continents, it is also the largest country in the world and one of the most powerful. Founded by a group of East Slavs in the 10th century, it is home to over 160 different ethnic groups and indigenous peoples. They have all left their mark on the land, but the Slavic and Byzantine traditions hold a special place in Russia's rich historical and cultural legacy. The diverse natural beauty includes vast swathes of plains intersected with thousands of rivers, lakes, and dramatic mountain ranges along the southern borders. Arctic tundra, taiga, mixed forests, steppe, and desert-like areas successively carpet the land from the north to the south. Perfectly preserved ancient towns surrounded by mighty kremlins with colorful onion-domed churches attract tourists just as much as the nation's biggest metropolises, Moscow and Saint Petersburg.
