EuroClub
EuroClub

Russia Scandi 2012

May 12 - Aug 12

  • Visit 8 countries - Germany, Denmark, Sweden, Estonia, Russia, Latvia, Lithuania & Poland
  • 23 day trip from Berlin to back to Berlin staying in a combination of hostels, hotels & bungalows in campsites 

From: US$3490pp

Check Availability


Essential Info

Trip code
HTFS
Trip duration
23 Days
Countries Visited
Germany, Denmark, Sweden, Estonia, Russia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland
Accommodation
Multi-share, single sex. Usually 2 - 4 per room
Group Size
Average 38 people
Transport
Modern Air Conditioned Coach

EXCLUSIVE TO TOPDECK:

  • Russian Guide with the group for the entire 8 days

WHAT'S INCLUDED:

  • 21 breakfasts, 10 lunches, 13 dinners (D)
  • 14 nights hotel upgrade, 3 nights in hostels, 4 nights in bungalows in campsites, 1 night on ferry in cabins
  • Modern air-conditioned coach
  • Sightseeing tours of all major cities
  • Local Russian city guides in St Petersburg, Novgorod, & Moscow
  • Entrance to the Hermitage Museum and folklore show in St Petersburg; Metro and Kremlin Tours in Moscow
  • Escorted services of a fully trained
  • Trip Leader and Driver plus the services of a Topdeck ‘On Road Chef’ from Berlin to Tallinn

PLEASE NOTE: 

  • Sleeping bags are required on this trip. 

Additional Information

Itinerary

Map of Russia Scandi 2012

Days 1-2 Berlin, Germany

Arrive at the hostel to meet our Trip Leader and fellow travellers, followed by a tour of ever-popular Berlin. (D) (B)

 

Days 3-4 Berlin to Copenhagen, Denmark

We move on to charming Copenhagen and home of the Little Mermaid. (B,L,D) (B)

 

Days 5-6 Copenhagen to Stockholm, Sweden

Past Hamlet’s Castle and on to Stockholm. Here design and culture make this city a vibrant and interesting place and we have plenty of free time to explore! (B,L,D) (B,L,D)

 

Days 7-8 Stockholm to Tallinn, Estonia

An overnight ferry across the Baltic has us disembarking in Tallinn. The old city walls and medieval buildings give it a storybook feel. (B)

 

Days 9-11 Tallinn to St Petersburg, Russia

Our first stop in Russia is magnificent St Petersburg. A city tour and Hermitage visit with a local guide gives great insights. (B,L,D) (B,D) (B)

 

Day 12 St Petersburg to Novgorod

Travel south to Novgorod. See beautiful old churches and try the Russian drink “Medovukha.” (B,L,D)

 

Days 13-15 Novgorod to Moscow

An interesting drive through the former communised farmlands to Moscow. Get acquainted with all the famous sights by way of our local Russian guide. (B,L,D) (B,D) (B)

 

Day 16 Moscow to Velikie Luki

From Moscow for an overnight stay in the town of Velikie Luki. (B,L,D)

 

Days 17-18 Velikie Luki to Riga, Latvia

Today we cross the border into Latvia and travel to Riga, on the Baltic Sea coast. (B,L,D) (B)

 

Day 19 Riga to Vilnius, Lithuania 

Our next drive takes us to the multicultural city of Vilnius. A walk around the old town this evening will whet the appetite. (B,L)

 

Days 20-21 Vilnius to Warsaw, Poland

South to Warsaw. Visit the Old Jewish Quarter and Pawiak Prison during our free time. (B,D) (B)

 

Day 22 Warsaw to Berlin, Germany

Complete the full circle today on arrival in Berlin. Tonight a farewell dinner with our group. (B,L,D)

 

Day 23 Berlin

Our trip finishes after breakfast. (B)

 

For the relevant pre-departure information, please see document titled ‘Russia Scandi Pre-Departure Info 2011’.

Please note a sleeping bag is required on this trip.