Undisputedly the world’s greatest railway journey, the Trans-Siberian Railway runs from Moscow over the Urals, across the magnificent Russian steppes and alongside the shores of the world’s largest freshwater lake. By the time the train arrives in Vladivostok or Moscow, it will have passed through eight time zones and travelled over 6,000 miles – one third of the way around the world.

Trans-Siberian Express tours take a leisurely two weeks for the journey, making sure you get plenty of time to take in and enjoy this Voyage of a Lifetime.

As well as Moscow, Russia’s vibrant capital, we will also stop at Yekaterinburg – where the Romanovs were executed – Kazan, with its beautiful Kremlin, the ‘Paris of Siberia’ at Irkutsk and Ulan Ude, capital of the Buryat Republic. We will also stop off at Lake Baikal, to visit a traditional fishing village – and enjoy a barbeque at the water’s edge.

As another highlight, our train will branch off the Trans-Siberian main line to take a trip into Mongolia for a visit to the capital, Ulaan Baatar, before we return to Russia for the remainder of the trip.

In Vladivostok we will have time to explore and tour round this rarely visited city which until relatively recently was completely closed to foreigners.

Yet the main attraction has to be the gradually changing scenery itself: from the climb through the Ural mountains (the boundary between Europe and Asia), to the wide open steppes and broad rivers we cross, travelling on the Trans-Siberian is the only way to truly take in the vastness and grandeur of the world’s largest country.

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Day 1 Moscow
Flights are met at Moscow airport and guests are transferred to a five star hotel, centrally located in the heart of this vibrant city for a one-night stay. You will enjoy a welcome reception and dinner in the hotel and start to get to know fellow travellers with whom you will be sharing this 14 night epic journey.

Day 2 Moscow
Today you have a city tour of Moscow, which includes a visit to Red Square and the Kremlin. In the late afternoon board the Golden Eagle Trans-Siberian Express private train and have time to settle in to our modern, stylish cabins. Enjoy dinner on board the train in one of the beautifully designed restaurant cars.

Day 3 Kazan
After a morning arrival you have a half day to discover Kazan, the picturesque capital of Tatarstan on the Volga river. One of the highlights of today is your visit to the Kremlin fortress, a UNESCO world heritage site, containing a stunning mosque and Russian Orthodox cathedral. After dinner back on board listen to the resident pianist in the comfortable bar car whilst enjoying a drink with new friends.

Day 4 Yekaterinburg
Cross the Europe/Asia divide before arriving into Yekaterinburg, capital of Urals. The city tour includes the Romanov execution site, now a Church dedicated to the memory of the Russian Royal family and a trip to the monument to the Europe/Asia divide where you will have the chance to stand with one foot in each continent.

Day 5 Novosibirsk
Today you visit this modern “Soviet” city where we see the world’s largest Opera House, Lenin Square and visit the Academgorodok minerals museum at this “Academy Town”, the heart of Education and science within Siberia.

Day 6 On Board
Spending the day on board the Golden Eagle as you head east, there is the chance to relax in the bar car, chat to fellow passengers and maybe have your first Russian language lesson.

Day 7 Irkutsk
You have a morning arrival into the “Paris of Siberia”, Irkutsk. This tour includes a cultural immersion into the major sights and museums of this fascinating city, which include the classic wooden architecture for which this area is renowned. You will also be treated to a private concert at the Decembrist House museum, which is dedicated to the memory of the exiled aristocrats, who were forced to make this remote outpost their home after a failed revolution in 1825. These intellectuals are credited with helping to bring culture to Siberia.

Day 8 Lake Baical
Just one of the many highlights of your journey. You wind your way through tunnels and round cliffs along the shoreline of the world’s largest freshwater lake, Lake Baikal. The scenery passed is stunning and the snow-covered mountains on the distant shore form a beautiful backdrop to this awe-inspiring lake. Stopping at one of the bays your will have a barbeque on the beach (weather permitting). The brave can even go for a swim! In the afternoon visit Listvyanka, a small Baikal village nestled at the base of the surrounding hills.

Day 9 Ulan Ude
Morning arrival in Ulan Ude, capital of the Buryat Republic. A fascinating change of people and faces greet you as you tour the area and travel by coach to the Village of Old Believers. Here you will have time to learn about the local culture and history of these unique people as all are treated to a traditional meal and enjoy a concert featuring local dancers and musicians.

Day 10 Ulaan Baatar
Today the journey takes you into Mongolia, and you visit the capital, Ulaan Baatar. Passing the central monument to the legendary ruler, Gengis Khan, you visit the National Museum. Lunch allows you to experience local hospitality and entertainment at its best as you eat in a Ger (Yurt) restaurant. A Ger is a traditional tent dwelling for approximately a third of this nomadic nation. This afternoon there is free time for shopping or an optional visit to Gorkhi-Terelj National Park. Board the train in time for dinner as you head back into Russia.

Day 11 - 13 On Board
Enjoying the peaceful pace on board your train, you have the choice of attending one of the lectures and lessons on offer, relaxing with a DVD, practicing our newly learnt Russian or viewing the beautiful scenery as you travel through this vast country. The final dinner is served on board the Golden Eagle, your home for the last 12 days.

Day 14 Vladivostok
Today you arrive into Vladivostok after having travelled over a mammoth 6000 miles (10,600km) along this epic route to the end of the Trans-Siberian line. The city tour includes the principal military attractions of this once “closed” Russian town, including a tour of a restored submarine. You transfer to the four star Hotel Hyundai for a onenight stay and say your goodbyes at the farewell dinner.

Day 15 Vladivostok
Breakfast is served in the hotel and transfers are provided to the airport for departing flights.

Tour is also available in reverse.

   

   

   

Dates	Silver Class	Gold Class
May 4 - 18, 2008	$10,995	$13,595
Jun 1 - 15, 2008	$10,995	$13,595
Aug 24 - Sep 7, 2008	$10,995	$13,595
Feb 15 - Mar 1, 2009	$10,995	$13,595