44 days in Russia Itinerary

Founded as one of Catherine the Great's southern border outposts, Krasnodar is now a modern urban center, known locally as "Little Paris" because of its elegant European appearance.

Here are some ideas for day two: make a trip to Krasnaya ulitsa, appreciate the history behind Monument to Kornilov, take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Elijah Church, then appreciate the history behind Monument to Kuban Cossacks, and finally appreciate the history behind Bust Monument Georgy Zhukov.

For reviews, maps, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Krasnodar trip planner.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to Krasnodar is an approximately 11-hour flight. Traveling from Riyadh in February, expect Krasnodar to be colder, temps between 7°C and -3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Fri) 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.

Change things up with these side-trips from Moscow: Ski Stadium Zorkiy (in Krasnogorsk) and Muzey tekhniki Vadima Zadorozhnogo (in Arkhangelskoye). And it doesn't end there: don't miss a visit to Red Square, steep yourself in history at Moscow Kremlin, admire the landmark architecture of Tserkov' Uspeniya Presvyatoy Bogoroditsy V Novodevich'yem Monastyre, and pause for some serene contemplation at Saint Basil's Cathedral.

For where to stay, ratings, more things to do, and other tourist information, go to the Moscow online trip maker.

You can fly from Krasnodar to Moscow in 4 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. Expect a bit cooler temperatures when traveling from Krasnodar in February; daily highs in Moscow reach -2°C and lows reach -7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Wed) so you can fly to Kaliningrad.

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

Spend the 23rd (Thu) exploring nature at Kurshskaya Kosa. The adventure continues: pause for some serene contemplation at Cathedral of Christ the Savior, pause for some photo ops at Monument to Alexander Vasilevskiy, step aboard Research vessel "Vityaz", and see the interesting displays at B-413 Submarine Museum.

For reviews, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Kaliningrad day trip planner.

You can fly from Moscow to Kaliningrad in 3.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. Traveling from Moscow to Kaliningrad, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Moscow in February, expect Kaliningrad to be somewhat warmer, temps between 2°C and -3°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Sat) to allow enough time to fly to Murmansk.

Murmansk is a port city and the administrative center of Murmansk Oblast, Russia, located in the extreme northwest part of Russia, on the Kola Bay, an inlet of the Barents Sea on the northern shore of the Kola Peninsula, close to Russia's borders with Norway and Finland. Kick off your visit on the 26th (Sun): pause for some photo ops at Monument to the 6th Heroic Komsomol Battery, then kick back and relax at Dragon Eggs Beach, then appreciate the history behind Alyosha Monument, Monument of the Defenders of the Soviet Arctic during the Great Patriotic War, and finally meet the residents at Enotopolis. Here are some ideas for day two: get a new perspective on things with Школа фридайвинга ArcticFree, then examine the collection at Murmansk Museum of Local Lore, then appreciate the history behind Memorial to Ice-breaker Yermak, and finally pause for some photo ops at Monument to Saints Cyril and Methodius.

For ratings, traveler tips, photos, and more tourist information, read Murmansk road trip app.

You can fly from Kaliningrad to Murmansk in 6 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of bus and train. The time zone changes from Eastern European Standard Time to Moscow Standard Time, which is usually a 1 hour difference. In February, Murmansk is little chillier than Kaliningrad - with highs of -5°C and lows of -15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Mon) early enough to 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 in the architecture and atmosphere at Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood, don't miss a visit to Palace Square, and examine the collection at Russian Museum.

To see photos, other places to visit, ratings, and more tourist information, read St. Petersburg visit planner.

Traveling by flight from Murmansk to St. Petersburg takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Prepare for somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Murmansk in February: high temperatures in St. Petersburg hover around -1°C and lows are around -6°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Sun) early enough to fly to Kostroma.

As part of Russia's Golden Ring of historical towns, the city of Kostroma is something of an open-air museum with ties to the Romanov dynasty.

Get out of town with these interesting Kostroma side-trips: Sumarokovskaya Elk Farm (in Sumarokovo) and Yaroslavl (Demidovskiy Skver, Vvedenskiy Tolga Convent, &more). There's more to do: examine the collection at Dom Gorodskogo Golovy Botnikova Museum and take in the architecture and atmosphere at The Resurrection Church on the Debra.

To find where to stay, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read Kostroma trip builder tool.

Traveling by flight from St. Petersburg to Kostroma takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In March in Kostroma, expect temperatures between 4°C during the day and -3°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Wed) so you can drive 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.

Change things up with these side-trips from Vladimir: Murom (Transfiguration monastery, Holy Trinity Convent, &more). And it doesn't end there: examine the collection at Borodins' Blacksmith Shop, pick up a one of a kind souvenir at Ogni Vladimira Museum, don't miss a visit to Fireman, and indulge in some personalized pampering at Vladmassage.

To find other places to visit, maps, ratings, and other tourist information, refer to the Vladimir road trip app.

Drive from Kostroma to Vladimir in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Sun) so you can 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: pause for some serene contemplation at Church of Nativity of Most Holy Mother of God, step into the grandiose world of The Kremlin, shop like a local with Yurkovka Art Gallery, and contemplate the long history of Clock Tower.

To find other places to visit, more things to do, reviews, and more tourist information, you can read our Nizhny Novgorod day trip planner.

You can take a train from Vladimir to Nizhny Novgorod in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In March in Nizhny Novgorod, expect temperatures between 2°C during the day and -7°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 17th (Fri) 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.

Kazan is known for historic sites, sightseeing, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: steep yourself in history at Kazan Kremlin, ponder the design of Fountain Pigeons, pause for some serene contemplation at Annunciation Cathedral, and take in the exciting artwork at Gallery-Workshop of Zaitsev.

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You can fly from Nizhny Novgorod to Kazan in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 0°C in March, and nighttime lows around -9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Samara.

A city rich in cultural and architectural heritage, Samara sits at the confluence of the Volga and Samara Rivers, its backdrop the wooded Zhiguli Mountains.

Kick off your visit on the 21st (Tue): pause for some serene contemplation at Church of the Holy Martyrs Faith, explore the world behind art at Children's Art Gallery, find something for the whole family at Adventure Park Tarzaniya, then get in on the family fun at Galileo Park, and finally engage your brain at Entertaining Sciences Museum Myobius. On your second day here, get engrossed in the history at Museum Soviet Union Life, glide through natural beauty at Chaika Ski Lodge, and then relax and rejuvenate at SPA Luxor.

To see photos, ratings, more things to do, and tourist information, you can read our Samara online trip itinerary builder.

Drive from Kazan to Samara in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a bus. The time zone difference when traveling from Kazan to Samara is 1 hour. In March, daytime highs in Samara are 0°C, while nighttime lows are -7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Wed) early enough to fly to Chelyabinsk.

The industrial city of Chelyabinsk has a markedly Soviet feel, but is a great destination for exploring mountain life in Russia.

Kick off your visit on the 23rd (Thu): take an in-depth tour of Museum of History of The Southern Ural Railroad, appreciate the history behind Sculpture Be in the frame, then contemplate the long history of Eternal Flame, and finally see the interesting displays at Museum of Labor and Fighting Glory. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 24th (Fri): relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, admire the landmark architecture of Culture Palace ChMK, and then make a trip to Temple of The Icon of Our Lady Perishing.

For photos, reviews, and other tourist information, you can read our Chelyabinsk trip planning website.

Getting from Samara to Chelyabinsk by flight takes about 6.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. The time zone difference moving from Samara Standard Time (SAMT) to Yekaterinburg Standard Time (YEKT) is 1 hour. March in Chelyabinsk sees daily highs of 0°C and lows of -10°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Fri) to allow time 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.

Kick off your visit on the 25th (Sat): appreciate the history behind The Motherland Calls Sculpture, don't miss a visit to Hall of Military Glory, then appreciate the history behind Mamayev Kurgan, then don't miss a visit to The Eternal Flame, and finally admire the striking features of Synagogue Building. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 26th (Sun): steep yourself in history at Pavlov's House, learn about all things military at State Historical and Memorial Preserve The Battle of Stalingrad, steep yourself in history at The Ruins of the Mill Named after Grudinin// Gergardt, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Nicholas Cathedral, and finally contemplate the long history of House of Loaders.

For more things to do, reviews, maps, and other tourist information, read Volgograd trip planner.

You can fly from Chelyabinsk to Volgograd in 7 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 2 hours traveling from Chelyabinsk to Volgograd. In March, Volgograd is somewhat warmer than Chelyabinsk - with highs of 5°C and lows of -3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Sun) early enough to fly to Sochi.

Called the "Summer Capital of Russia," the busy resort town of Sochi is best known as the host of the 2014 Winter Olympics.

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For photos, maps, where to stay, and tourist information, use the Sochi sightseeing website.

Getting from Volgograd to Sochi by flight takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. Traveling from Volgograd in March, things will get somewhat warmer in Sochi: highs are around 15°C and lows about 5°C. On the 30th (Thu), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly back home.