Russia Tour Package (5 Nights, 6 Days)
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About This Tour
Overview
This 6-day, 5-night Russia itinerary is designed for travelers who wish to combine the historic and cultural wonders of Moscow with the extraordinary Arctic experiences of Murmansk. The trip offers a thorough exploration of Moscow’s top landmarks followed by an immersive Arctic adventure in Murmansk, including an overnight stay in Aurora Village Igloo. Enjoy Northern Lights excursions, husky sledding, snowmobiling, and tundra walks, with ample opportunities to appreciate the pristine Arctic wilderness. The itinerary is well-balanced for travelers seeking a deep, well-paced Russian experience.
Trip Highlights
Explore Moscow’s cultural and historical sites: Red Square, St. Basil’s Cathedral, Kremlin, and Christ the Savior Cathedral.
Visit Murmansk’s Alyosha Monument, Lenin Nuclear Icebreaker Museum, and Murmansk Regional Museum.
Stay overnight in the unique Aurora Village Igloo near Teriberka.
Experience guided Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) excursions (seasonal: September–April).
Participate in Arctic activities such as husky sledding, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, tundra walks, and Ofuro-style outdoor baths.
Scenic exploration of Arctic tundra landscapes
Itinerary
Arrival at Moscow Airport (Sheremetyevo or Domodedovo). You will be met by your local guide and transferred by private vehicle to your hotel in central Moscow, such as Azimut Hotel Smolenskaya Moscow. After check-in, visit iconic landmarks including Red Square and St. Basil’s Cathedral for sightseeing and photography, followed by a relaxed walk along the historic Arbat Street. Overnight stay in Moscow city hotel.
After breakfast, explore the Kremlin complex, visiting its Cathedrals and the Armoury Museum to experience Russian history and architecture. Proceed to Christ the Savior Cathedral, followed by a relaxing stroll around Gorky Park or Zaryadye Park. The afternoon offers free time for shopping at local markets or major malls such as GUM or TSUM. Overnight stay in the Moscow city hotel.
Take a morning domestic flight from Moscow to Murmansk (MMK). Upon arrival, meet your local guide and transfer to your hotel in Murmansk city center, such as Azimut Hotel Murmansk. Visit the Alyosha Monument for panoramic views of the Barents Sea and city, then continue to the Murmansk Regional Museum, which focuses on Arctic history and WWII Arctic Convoys. Take a stroll along Murmansk Embankment and visit the Lenin Nuclear Icebreaker Museum. Overnight stay in Murmansk city hotel.
After breakfast, transfer to Aurora Village near Teriberka. Check in at the Aurora Village Igloo, offering a unique Arctic accommodation experience. In the evening, take part in a guided Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) tour, available from September to April, to observe this spectacular natural phenomenon. Engage in Arctic activities such as husky sledding, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, tundra walks, or relaxing in a Japanese-style Ofuro outdoor bath. Overnight stay in Aurora Village Igloo.
Enjoy a full day immersed in Arctic adventures at Aurora Village. Participate in additional activities including husky sledding, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, and tundra walking. Take scenic photo stops to capture the unique landscapes of the Arctic tundra. Based on season and weather, there is a chance for an additional Northern Lights viewing session in the evening. Overnight stay in Aurora Village Igloo.
Following breakfast, transfer back to Murmansk Airport (MMK) for a domestic flight to Moscow. Upon arrival in Moscow, you will be assisted with a transfer to Moscow International Airport for onward departure.
Inclusion
5 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast:
2 nights in Moscow (e.g., Azimut Hotel Smolenskaya Moscow)
1 night in Murmansk (e.g., Azimut Hotel Murmansk)
2 nights in Aurora Village Igloo
Private airport and train transfers within Russia
Domestic flights: Moscow → Murmansk → Moscow
Guided city and regional tours in Moscow and Murmansk
Entrance tickets: Kremlin Complex, Lenin Icebreaker Museum, Murmansk Regional Museum
Northern Lights tour (seasonal)
Arctic activities at Aurora Village (husky sledding, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, tundra walks)
Exclusions
International flights (arrival & departure)
Visa charges and processing fees
Meals not mentioned in the itinerary (lunch & dinner)
Travel insurance
Optional excursions not listed in the program
Personal expenses (shopping, tips, laundry, beverages, etc.)
Gratuities and tips for guides and drivers
Expenses due to unforeseen circumstances (weather, strikes, flight delays, etc.)
Package Highlights
Comfortable stays in Moscow city hotels, Murmansk city hotel, and Aurora Village Igloo.
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Professional local guides for sightseeing and excursions.
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Private airport and train transfers within Russia.
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Domestic flights: Moscow → Murmansk → Moscow.
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All entrance fees for listed attractions included.
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Daily breakfast included at all accommodations.
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A seamless mix of cultural sightseeing and Arctic adventure.
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Northern Lights viewing opportunity in a remote Arctic setting.
