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When I visited Yasnaya Polyana during a recent trip to Moscow, it was obvious why this was Tolstoy's favourite place from where he wrote his masterpieces. Even during a visit there in the 21st century, you can't help but be taken aback by the peace and tranquillity of its idyllic setting, with its avenues of birch trees, dense woodland and expansive lakes. Tolstoy's house itself was wonderfully preserved and you could almost feel his literary presence there with you!
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Our best-selling group tour combines the highlights of Moscow and St Petersburg and is an excellent experience for a first time visitor to Russia or for those who enjoy a more relaxed group tour. This tour departs throughout the year on specified dates.
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from £1185
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This individual tour includes private sightseeing tours of the main highlights of St Petersburg and offers a choice of 3 different hotel categories from 3-star to 5-star. This is our most popular holiday to St Petersburg.
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from £985
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This top selling individual itinerary combines 3 nights in Moscow and 4 nights in St Petersburg with a choice of different hotel categories and travel by the fast train, which connects these cities in 4 hours!
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from £970
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Cruise between Moscow and St Petersburg aboard the MS Chekhov on this longer itinerary (11 days). There are four cruise departures from Moscow and from St Petersburg in 2012.
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from £1515
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On this Russia cruise, sail from St Petersburg to Moscow aboard the charming MS Princess Anabella on this relaxed yet stimulating cruise, stopping off at some of Russia's most intriguing hidden treasures such as Kizhi and Yaroslavl.
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from £1420
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Cruise on the waterways of the Tsars between Moscow and St Petersburg aboard the MS Rachmaninov on this 10 or 11 day itinerary. There are eight cruise departures from Moscow and seven cruise departures from St Petersburg in 2012.
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from £1330
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This tour is on board a private train that our local partners operate from Moscow to Beijing and vice versa. The train is of a considerably higher quality than the working trains, with all meals and comprehensive sightseeing included.
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from £3840
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This tour is on board a private train that our local partners operate from Moscow to Beijing and vice versa. The train is of a considerably higher quality than the working trains, with all meals and comprehensive sightseeing included.
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from £3840
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This is our most popular itinerary on the Trans-Siberian, allowing you to see and experience the highlights of such a trip on the Trans-Siberian Railway - Lake Baikal and the Mongolian steppe.
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from £1565
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This new itinerary combines Belarus, Lithuania and Kaliningrad using local trains, buses and private transfers to link up places en route. An ideal individual holiday for travellers who enjoy quirky holidays with free time left for exploration on your own.
from £985
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Covering Tallinn, Helsinki and St Petersburg, this group tour introduces a trio of Baltic delights each undeniably unique and brimming with culture and history.
from £750
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Combine Tallinn’s medieval Old Town and its maze of cobbled streets, awash with chic cafés and gourmet restaurants with the opulent palaces, Venetian-like bridges and soothing pastel shades of Tallinn’s neighbour – St Petersburg.
from £715
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Combine the Baltic delights of Helsinki with the Imperial splendours of St Petersburg on this 8 day individual itinerary using the day train to link both cities.
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This new group tour to the Baltics and Russia introduces some of this endlessly fascinating region's finest cities, including Riga, Tallinn, Helsinki and St Petersburg.
from £930
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Explore Latvia, Lithuania and Kaliningrad in Russia on this unique itinerary developed by Regent Holidays. By using the excellent local bus system - we are able to connect the cities, harbour towns and villages included in this Baltic holiday.
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This new tour takes in the the enchanting Baltic capitals of Vilnius, Riga, Tallinn and Helsinki before finishing in Russia's cultural capital, St Petersburg.
from £1210
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This new tour takes in the the enchanting Baltic capitals of Vilnius, Riga, Tallinn and Helsinki before finishing in the iconic Russian cities of St Petersburg and Moscow.
from £1585
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This 4-day tour to Russia's great lake, Lake Baikal, spends time at the idyllic lakeside town, Listvyanka, and introduces you to some of the fascinating wildlife that thrives here as well as the warm Siberian residents who make a living off the lake.
from £510
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This new tour to Russia takes you to some of the most picturesque spots on the oldest and deepest lake in the world, Lake Baikal. Stay on remote islands and idyllic lakeside towns as you discover the sheer majesty of Russia's greatest natural wonder.
from £1295
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This Russia group tour includes cosmopolitan Moscow and elegant St Petersburg, as well as visiting the old Russian towns of Vladimir, Suzdal, Kostroma, Yaroslavl, Uglich and Novgorod.
from £1925
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from £590
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Explore the untamed wilds of the Russian Far East on this pioneering tour. Discover breathtaking volcano ranges, hot springs, geysers and thermal pools, unique wildlife and obscure cultures on this new tour to Russia.
from £2110
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Discover the ancient cultures and breathtaking landscapes of the vast expanse that is Siberia on our Great Sayan Ring Tour. Covering the Krasnoyarsk, Tuva and Khassia regions, this tour is a comprehensive exploration of a stunning and mysterious land. We can...
from £1945
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A unique chance to visit this often over-looked oblast of Kaliningrad on an escorted group tour. Dates: 22-25 Jun 2012. Last remaining 5 places!
from £879
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This group tour not only offers the chance to explore the magnificent city of Moscow but also the impressive capital of Tartarstan – Kazan. Steeped in history and intrigue, Kazan is a relatively undiscovered gem that absolutely must be seen.
from £1399
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On this new group tour to Moscow, see the main sights of Russia's famous capital city including the Kremlin as well as enjoy unique excursions to monuments to the country's fascinating aviation and space travel history such as the Air Force Museum and Yuri...
from £825
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This St Petersburg group tour takes in the highlights of this wonderful historic city, including the famous Hermitage, Peter & Paul Fortress and Catherine's Palace, and is perfect for the first-time visitor.
from £780
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This goup tour to Russia takes you to some of its most beautiful hidden gems, including Kizhi's remarkable wooden church, the scenic Kivatch Nature Reserve and the stunning, riverside Solovetsky Monasetery.
from £730
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Discover a stunning land of untamed wildlife on this new tour to Russia. Travelling through some of Siberia's and the Japanese sea's most isolated nature reserves, you'll see a host of marine life and land mammals such as the Amur Tiger and the Brown Bear.
from £1085
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This tour on the MS Mikhail Svetlov gives you the chance to float down one of the longest rivers in the world - the Lena River - and is perfect for nature lovers, those looking to experience different culture and for those craving a real Russian adventure!
from £2485
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This luxury break in Russia combines Moscow and St Petersburg staying in some of the best hotels and flying with British Airways. We also include business class tickets on the fast train between the cities.
from £2060
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This wonderful holiday to Russia includes stays in some of the best hotels and visits three of the cities on the Golden Ring including Sergiev Posad, Suzdal and Vladimir.
from £2345
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Adding a new twist to the standard Moscow and St Petersburg itinerary, this individual tour not only includes extensive sightseeing in Moscow and St Petersburg but also visits the ancient town of Sergiev Posad and historic Novgorod.
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The ultimate in adventure and luxury, the Natural Treasures of the Russian Far East cruise allows you to experience the untamed nature of this far-flung corner of the world while sailing aboard the stunning, first-class Orion II.
from £6460
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The ultimate in adventure and luxury, the Natural Treasures of the Russian Far East cruise allows you to experience the untamed nature of this far-flung corner of the world while sailing aboard the stunning, first-class Orion II.
from £6460
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For a taste of an authentic, traditional Russia rarely visited by outsiders, this tour is hard to beat. Visit two of the Golden Ring's most fascinating cities, Vladimir and Suzdal, as well as the magnificent duo of Moscow and St Petersburg.
from £1675
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Experience the highlights of Moscow and St Petersburg in sumptuous luxury on this brand new group tour for 2012, with accommodation provided in hand-picked five-star hotels and 1st class train travel in between.
from £2085
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This 12 day cruise along several Russian rivers, linked by the Moscow Canal and the Baltic Waterway, is the perfect opportunity to explore beautiful Russian landscapes and ancient towns, with their impressive selection of historical and architectural gems.
from £1425
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This new tour of Russia and Finland combines the effortlessly cool capital of Helsinki with the splendours of St Petersburg and Moscow. With accommodation in 4-5* hotels, this tour is as comfortable as it is comprehensive and enjoyable.
from £930
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This new Russia tour includes some of the highlights of the Karelian Republic such as Kizhi and Solovetsky Islands and visits intriguing sights such as Valaam Monastery and the Belomorsk Petroglyphs.
from £970
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This new Russia tour visits the main highlights of Solovky, including the grand Solovetsky Monastery, the Solovetsky canals and Hill Sekirnaya.
from £655
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For a beach break off-the-beaten track, visit the picturesque Russian resort of Svetlogorsk. This relaxing break allows you to kick back and enjoy Svetlogorsk with its long, sparkling beach, al fresco eateries, bars and pretty tree-lined streets.
from £545
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Relaxing, fun-packed and eye-opening at the same time, this 13-day expedition cruise from Moscow to the Caspian Sea aboard the luxurious Volga Dream is an unbeatable way to experience the real Russia.
from £2235
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Discover breathtaking active volcano ranges, hot springs, geysers and thermal pools, unique wildlife and obscure cultures on this new group tour to Russia's stunning and remote Kamchatka region.
from £1755
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This group tour for 2012 starts in the capital of Ukraine, Kiev, before moving onto the splendours of Moscow and St Petersburg. Travelling between cities by train, this is an authentic and thoroughly enjoyable travel experience.
from £1980
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Cruise between Moscow and St Petersburg in style aboard the luxurious Volga Dream boat as well as enjoy 4 or 5-star accommodation in each city. This is the highest quality boat that cruises on this route; the service and attention to detail are second to none.
from £2510
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Cruise between St Petersburg and Moscow in style aboard the luxurious Volga Dream ship. Book now and save £565 per person on this special 7-day White Nights cruise.
from £1169
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Discover some of Russia's most spectacular hidden gems on this fun-packed 20 day tour. This cruise sails froms Moscow to Astrakhan and then continues from Astrakhan back up the River Volga and down the River Don to the gateway of the Caucasus-Rostov-on-Don.
from £2040
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This Trans-Siberian Railway tour allows you to see and experience the highlights of this famed route such as Moscow, Lake Baikal and the Mongolian steppe.
from £1850
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This Trans-Siberian Railway tour allows you to see and experience the highlights of this famed route such as Moscow, Lake Baikal and the Mongolian steppe.
from £1850
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Experience the iconic Trans-Siberian journey in style aboard the Tsar’s Gold private train. All of your accommodation, rail tickets, transfers, sightseeing and meals are taken care of, leaving you free to enjoy the journey in comfort.
from £4845
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Experience the iconic Trans-Siberian journey in style aboard the Tsar’s Gold private train. All of your accommodation, rail tickets, transfers, sightseeing and meals are taken care of, leaving you free to enjoy the journey in comfort.
from £4845
per person
per person
Explore cosmopolitan Moscow before embarking on the legendary Trans-Siberian and Trans-Mongolian journey from Russia to Beijing via the historic city of Ekaterinburg, the serene Lake Baikal and the wild expanses of Mongolia.
from £2195
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The ultimate in armchair travel! Watch the world go by from the comfort of your compartment. The ideal way to link continents as part of an epic overland journey.
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Enjoy the splendours of St Petersburg and Moscow before embarking on the legendary Trans-Siberian and Trans-Mongolian journey from Russia to Beijing via the beautiful Lake Baikal and the wild expanses of Mongolia.
from £3235
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Enjoy the splendours of St Petersburg and Moscow before embarking on the legendary Trans-Siberian and Trans-Mongolian journey from Russia to Beijing via the beautiful Lake Baikal and the wild expanses of Mongolia.
from £3235
per person
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