Trans-Siberian
The Trans-Siberian, one of the world’s greatest train journey ! From Moscow to Vladivostok, a 9288 kilometres overland journey across this continent-size country, you will be able to admire Siberia’s wilderness through a train window, discover enchanting colorful towns and mostly experience real Russia, very different from the negative one portrayed by Western medias. Reminder : government does not equal people.
Bellow you will find posts to help you, independant traveller to plan your Trans-Siberian adventure on your own with all up to date informations : the best route to chose, how to book your ticket in 2024, life on board, the best stops to make, safety tips for solo female travellers and much more !
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Nizhny Novgorod : historical yarmarka and sunset on the Volga
Welcome to Nizhny Novgorod, Russia’s fifth largest city only 400 kilometers away from Moscow, a great stop on the Trans-siberian or just a side trip from the capital. Located at…
Saint Petersburg : 18 great hotels & hostels bookable online
Travelling to Saint – Petersburg soon and looking for accomodation you can book and pay online ? I’ve got you covered ! From boutique hotels on Saint Petersburg’s most famous…
15 great hotels & hostels bookable online in Moscow
Travelling to Moscow soon and looking for accomodation you can book and pay online ? I’ve got you covered ! Despite all the western sanctions on Russia right now, there…
How to buy a russian train ticket with a Visa/Mastercard
You’re looking to buy a russian train ticket for your Trans-Siberian journey but you don’t have a local russian MIR bank card ? No worries, there are alternatives to buy…
Special diet on the Trans-Siberian (halal, vegeterian … )
You follow a special diet and worry to travel on the Trans-Siberian and starve ? Have no fear, feeding yourself in Russia or on the train won’t be an issue….
The best alternative to Booking.com & Airbnb in Russia (+ Crimea)
What is the best alternative to Booking.com and Airbnb in Russia ? Among the many Western sanctions in Russia, the world famous Booking.com suspended their operations in the country, meaning…