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Travel on long-distance trains involves overnight travel. By a car Arkhangelsk can be reached by car along the federal highway M-8 "Moscow - Arkhangelsk" the distance is about km. A local family will host you and invite for a traditional Karelian lunch. By the White sea.
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Tools Tools. Download as PDF Printable version. Inhabited locality in Murmansk Oblast, Russia. Inhabited locality [1]. Location of Poyakonda. Итоги Всероссийской переписи населения. The «Trans-Siberian Express» is one of the most famous and longest train journeys in the world, stretching over 9, kilometers from Moscow to Vladivostok.
It is a symbol of Russia and its railway system. The Trans-Siberian Express allows passengers to immerse themselves in a unique atmosphere and experience the diverse landscapes that pass through the breathtaking natural beauty of Russia. The route traverses various regions of the country, including the Urals, Siberia, and the Russian Far East, offering a unique opportunity to explore different cultures, traditions, and attractions.
During the journey on the Trans-Siberian Express, passengers can enjoy comfortable train cars with various levels of comfort, from simple compartments to luxurious sleeping cars. The train provides onboard dining and entertainment facilities and makes stops in various cities and towns, allowing passengers to disembark and explore local attractions.
The Trans-Siberian Express is a popular choice for travelers seeking an adventurous trip and a chance to see many amazing places in Russia. It is a journey that leaves unforgettable impressions and provides a unique opportunity to learn about the culture and history of this vast country.
In summary, the Trans-Siberian Express is an iconic train journey that spans Russia from Moscow to Vladivostok, offering passengers a chance to experience diverse landscapes, cultures, and attractions along the way. In long-distance trains you can carry hand luggage that weighs less than 36 kg and does not exceed cm in the sum of length, width and height. In the sleeping carriages you can carry up to 50 kg If you have more than 50 kg of hand luggage, you can buy an additional ticket for the full price and carry another 50 kg.
Disassembled and packed bicycles can be carried in the hand luggage seats. For each bicycle you have to pay an extra fee as for 10 kg of luggage;. Snowboards, skis and poles can be carried in the carry-on baggage seats free of charge and without additional paperwork. In it is planned to install more than 2. Thus, by the end of the year the service will be available at major railway stations in Russia.
To search for forgotten items, the passenger will need to fill out an electronic application. The search is possible within 30 days from the beginning of the trip. Small pets pets , dogs except large breeds and guide dogs and birds are carried in crates, baskets, cages, containers, which should be placed on the seats designed for hand luggage. Large dogs are carried in muzzles and with a leash under the supervision of their owners or escorts in a separate compartment of the compartment car, except cars of high comfort.
For the carriage of large dogs is necessary to buy all compartments, and the number of dogs and passengers in the compartment must not exceed the number of seats in the compartment. Guide dogs on trains in Russia are carried in all types of carriages for free. Transport documents are not required.
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Petersburg St. Petersburg, often referred as Northern capital of Russia, is crowded with numerous historical monuments, marvelous palaces and beautiful bridges. After breakfast, visit the native place of the city, Peter-Paul-Fortress and pay tribute to the Romanov royal family in the Peter-Paul-Cathedral.
Later this day stroll along colorful boulevards; enjoy the city Christmas market or just sit down to rest in one of the numerous cafes. Board your train to continue your journey to the Arctic Circle! The native karels and veps preserved their unique culture and traditions. Therefore, we will take you to the village of Kinerma to learn the history of the ancient Karelian settlement of 16 th century.
A local family will host you and invite for a traditional Karelian lunch. Drive back to provincial town of Petrozavodsk, the most Soviet one on our journey, and enjoy a visit to the local Art Museum.
Tonight dinner is offered onboard. Day 6 — Murmansk Today your train crosses the Arctic Circle. As "Imperial Russia" train pulls through the Kola Peninsula enjoy your morning at leisure, follow the changing scenery with beautiful landscapes of the Khibiny Mountains. Shortly before lunch, you arrive in Murmansk, the most Northern point of our journey. For the next two days you will be lodging in a city hotel. This town started as a tiny settlement and Arctic trading post.
Thanks to the influence of the Gulf Stream, the port is ice-free all year round. Depart for the city tour with such major attractions as nuclear icebreaker Lenin, World War II memorials. Later this afternoon enjoy your down time at your hotel room or make a discovery walk of the hotel vicinity. Join us for a festive dinner with a colorful show program in the beautifully decorated city restaurant to celebrate the New Year!
Day 7 — Murmansk On the first day of the New Year allow yourself to sleep in and enjoy the late breakfast at the hotel restaurant. Later this morning drive for the village of Lovozero, the center of the cultural life of the Saami, the native people of the Kola Peninsula. Meet the Saami Santa Claus. The locals will invite you for lunch and explain about their lifestyle, life in tundra, reindeer herding and hunting.
Walk around the village to capture the winter landscapes of Arctic winter or ride a reindeer sledding! Day 8 — onboard "Imperial Russia" After breakfast at the hotel board the "Imperial Russia" train and start travelling towards Vologda. Today enjoy your stay onboard to reflect on cities you have already visited.
Enjoy the relaxing day in anticipation of the next stop and picturesque winter scenery. You might want to attend one of the interesting lectures or entertaining program.
Day 9 — Vologda In the morning arrive to Vologda, the city with significant historical and cultural heritage.
