Travel the iconic rail route across Russia from Moscow to Vladivostok on a luxury train holiday aboard the Golden Eagle Trans-Siberian Express. Enjoy fascinating excursions along your journey in Yekaterinburg, Novosibirsk, Irkutsk, Lake Baikal, Ulan Ude and Ulan Batar before arriving at the military port of Vladivostok on the Sea of Japan. Special Offer: Travel for free by train to Moscow with a complimentary night in Berlin when you book this holiday!
From $14,227 per person
Travel for free by train to Moscow with a complimentary night in Berlin when you book this holiday! Please note, this is based on two people sharing, supplements may apply for single travellers. Special offer is only valid on the 7th May departure.
Travel by Eurostar from London to Brussels Midi, where you connect onto the service to Berlin via Cologne. On arrival in Berlin, check in for an overnight stay at the Park Plaza Wallstreet Berlin.
Spend the evening exploring Berlin's lively nightlife with the Mitte and Schöneberg districts particularly good for a wide selection of restaurants and bars.
Enjoy another full day in Berlin before catching your sleeper service to Moscow.
Berlin has a mind-boggling choice of museums encompassing history, culture and art. The Museum Island has possibly the best selection with the Pergamon-Museum one of the largest. This contains a huge collection of Greek and Roman antiquities. Elsewhere, the Checkpoint-Charlie Museum gives an introduction into the history of the Wall and the Siegessäule has a small exhibition at the top as well as fantastic city views.
After dinner in the evening, head to Berlin Hauptbahnhof for your sleeper service to Moscow. Settle into your private two berth compartment as the train heads eastwards towards Poland.
Spend a full day on the train today, relaxing in your private compartment. This morning you will arrive at the Belarus border where visas and passports are checked and the train's 'bogies' or wheels are changed from the standard Western European gauge to the Russian gauge. Once you're on you way again, the train heads through Minsk before crossing the Russian border and arriving into Moscow late in the evening.
You will be met at Moscow's Belorussky station and transferred to the Marriott Royal Aurora Moscow for an overnight stay.
After breakfast this morning, enjoy a city tour of Moscow, principally focussing on Red Square, an iconic symbol of Russia’s former military and political might. Here you will see an eclectic mix of fascinating architecture, such as the ornate and colourful St Basil’s Cathedral with its magnificent onion-domed spires, the grandeur of the Kremlin and the sombre and evocative tomb containing Lenin’s embalmed body.
In the early afternoon, enjoy a Champagne reception on the platform before boarding the luxurious Golden Eagle Trans-Siberian Express which will be your home for next twelve days. After settling into your modern, stylish Silver class cabin, enjoy dinner in one of the beautifully designed restaurant cars as your rail adventure begins.
Arrive into the historic city of Kazan this morning. Kazan is the capital of Tatarstan, located on the River Volga. Enjoy a city tour including cultural highlights such as the famous UNESCO Heritage listed Kremlin-Fortress with its stunning onion-domed cathedral and mosque. Return to the train for a relaxing dinner onboard before either retiring to your private cabin or joining other guests in the bar car for drinks with new friends.
The Golden Eagle crosses the continental divide between Europe and Asia this morning before arriving into Yekaterinburg, the capital of the Urals which was founded by Peter the Great in 1723. Explore this fascinating city with its European and Asian architectural influences on a city tour. The highlight of the tour is a poignant visit to the site, now a memorial church, where the last Tsar of Russia, Nicholas Romanov and his family were executed.
Novosibirsk is a modern ‘Soviet’ city where the arts, literature and science dominate. Enjoy a city tour here taking in the major sights including the Opera House, the largest opera house in the world and an architectural masterpiece, housing two permanent opera and ballet companies. In front of the Opera House there’s the opportunity to have your photograph taken next to the imposing statue of Lenin.
Enjoy a day at leisure onboard the Golden Eagle today. Learn some Russian conversational skills, attend a lecture about the history of the famous Trans-Siberian rail line or just relax in the bar car with your fellow guests and watch the rolling landscapes of Siberia unfold outside your window.
Arrive into Irkutsk this morning, a city known as the ‘Paris of Siberia’ and famous for its distinctive wooden architecture. Your tour will take in some of the best examples of this as well as the Decembrist House museum, dedicated to the exiled aristocrats who had to flee Irkutsk after the failed revolution of 1825. Enjoy a private concert here before returning to the Golden Eagle for dinner.
Lake Baikal is the deepest lake in the world, containing twenty percent of the world’s fresh water. Some of the flora and fauna here is unique to this area including omul, a fish which will be served in the dining car during some of your meals. The journey this morning heads around the inlets and of this great lake, and the train stops (weather permitting) in one of the secluded bays for a freshly prepared barbeque. You even have the opportunity for a refreshing swim in the lake which, local legend has it will increase your lifespan by ten years. In the afternoon you will visit the pretty lakeside village of Listvyanka before returning to the train for dinner.
Arrive this morning into Ulan Ude, capital city of the Buryat Republic. Notice the different faces and dress of these welcoming people as you take a tour of the area. Visit the Old Believers Village where you will have the opportunity to learn about the history and culture of the local people as you are treated to a traditional meal and a concert performed by local musicians and dancers.
The Golden Eagle heads over the border into Mongolia today and you will stop in the capital city of Ulan Batar for a city tour and a visit to the National Museum to learn about Mongolia's fascinating history. Afterwards, enjoy lunch in a traditional Ger tent with local dishes and entertainment before spending an afternoon at leisure in Ulaan Baatar. Return to the train in time for your evening meal as the Golden Eagle heads back into Russia.
Enjoy a more leisurely pace today as you journey through the beautiful landscapes of eastern Russia. You may like to attend one of the interesting lectures or Russian language lessons.
Another day relaxing onboard today. Why not practice your Russian with fellow guests or simply relax as the train follows the Shilka and Amur rivers, close to the Chinese border. Enjoy Russia at its most dramatic and remote, as the Golden Eagle eats up the miles on its way to Vladivostok.
Passing directly north of Seoul, Darwin and Osaka, spend your last full day on board the Golden Eagle as the most easterly point of your mammoth journey is reached passing through Khabarovsk, where you cross the River Amur. Tonight, enjoy your final dinner onboard the train that has been home for the last twelve days as you approach the final stop on this unforgettable journey.
After travelling through eight time zones and covering an amazing 6,600 miles (10,600km), the Golden Eagle arrives into Vladivostok, a military port situated on the Sea of Japan. The city was closed to foreigners for much of the 20th century and only opened up to visitors in 1992. Your tour will include a visit to military landmarks such as a restored navy submarine before you transfer to the Hyundai Vladivostok for an overnight stay.
Enjoy a farewell dinner this evening as you say your goodbyes to travelling companions and friends.
After breakfast in the hotel, you will be transferred to Vladivostok airport, railway station or ferry to begin your onward journey.
Brandenburg Gate, Berlin
Park Plaza Wallstreet Berlin
Moscow at Night
Marriott Royal Aurora Moscow
The Kremlin, Moscow
Kazan
Yekaterinburg
Novosibirsk
Irkutsk
Lake Baikal
Lake Baikal
Ulan Batar
Trans-Siberian Train
Vladivostok
Hyundai Vladivostok
Berlin is a fascinating city full of history, culture, fabulous buildings and museums, along with a wide range of excellent restaurants and a strong tradition in the performing arts. There is no better place to start than the Berlin Wall; symbolising the division between capitalist West and communist East, sections of the Wall can be visited at several locations. Head up the Alexanderplatz Tower for spectacular views or visit Museum Island for some of the city’s oldest and finest museums.
Moscow is a mighty capital city with some iconic attractions including the Red Square, the Kremlin, Lenin’s Tomb, containing the Communist leader’s embalmed body, St Basil’s Cathedral and Gorky Park. Make sure you have a look around the grand and ornately decorated State Historical Museum, just next to the Kremlin. Some of the stations on the metro resemble underground stately homes and are well worth a visit!
The historic city of Vladivostok is one of Russia's most important ports on the Pacific Ocean. Visit Sportivnaya Harbour, or catch a glimpse of the Russian Pacific Navy fleet at Golden Horn Bay. Explore the natural history at the Arsenev Regional History Museum.
The Golden Eagle Trans-Siberian Express is a new train which brings unprecedented luxury to the world's greatest train journey. Enjoy luxurious ensuite accomodation, attentive service and excellent, locally sourced menus served in the two beautiful dining cars. Enjoy guided off-train excursions and great onboard entertainment from lectures to Russian language courses and wine tasting. The Golden Eagle transports you from Moscow to the Chinese border.
Amongst the highlights of the Golden Eagle are the two restaurant cars, where the chefs serve gourmet cuisine using (wherever possible) local ingredients. Whether it be world-renowned "Borsch" or Omul - a fish unique to Lake Baikal, meals are complemented by wines from around the world, as well as - naturally - vodka. Yet the social heart of the train is of course the bar car, a great place to relax and settle into the unhurried pace of life on board. Unwind in comfortable surroundings, watch the world go by and socialise with your fellow guests.
Silver Class
The Golden Eagle Trans-Siberian Express has twelve fully ensuite Silver sleeping cars which feature state of the art amenities and are 60 sq ft. Silver Class cabins have a private ensuite bathroom with a ‘wet-room’ style shower and a toilet as well as facilities including a DVD/CD player and air-conditioning. Silver Class cabins sleep two in a lower small double bed (4ft) or bunk style. As with all cabin types, Silver class guests benefit from the services of a cabin attendant 24 hours a day.
Gold Class
There are twelve fully ensuite Gold sleeping cars which feature state of the art amenities and are 77 sq ft. Gold Class cabins are well-proportioned and have everything from power showers and underfloor heating to a DVD/CD player, LCD screen and individual air-conditioning. Gold Class Cabins sleep two in either a lower standard (4ft 6) double bed or bunk style. Drinks are also included from the Standard Bar List. All cabin types include an evening turn down service.
Imperial Suite
Imperial Suites are 120 sq ft in size and are the most spacious cabins available onboard the Golden Eagle Trans-Siberian Express. Each suite has a luxurious fixed king-size bed as well as a lounge area with dressing table. The Imperial Suites feature private ensuite facilities with power shower and under floor heating. Other amenities include individual air-conditioning, a DVD/CD player with LCD screen, and two large picture windows. Guests staying in an Imperial Suites will also benefit from a dedicated butler service, complimentary drinks from the premium bar list, the option of in-cabin dining, free laundry service and room upgrades at the featured hotels.
The Park Plaza Wallstreet is a contemporary style hotel with 167 comfortable guestrooms including cutting edge amenities. The hotel features the stylish '23 Wallstreet' Restaurant and 'Rule 405' Bar, and for those who want to keep fit, you can work out in the hotel's well-equipped fitness centre. The hotel is located in the heart of historic Berlin near the Alexanderplatz and the Reichstag. With an underground station located opposite the hotel, all of Berlin's attractions are easily accessible.
Some facilities may be subject to an additional charge at the hotel.
The Marriott Royal Aurora Hotel in Moscow is a luxury hotel, with contemporary and spacious bedrooms and suites. Each bedroom includes its own personal butler service. Relax with dinner in the international restaurant Aurora, or at the steakhouse restaurant, the Polo Club. The hotel has an indoor swimming pool and a fitness centre. The hotel is in the centre of Moscow, within walking distance of the world-renowned Red Square and Bolshoi Theatre.
Some facilities may be subject to an additional charge at the hotel.
The Hyundai Vladivostok Hotel is a modern hotel with 155 bedrooms and suites. Enjoy a coffee in the Rendezvous Coffee Shop near the lobby, drinks or dinner in the Pacific Bar & Restaurant on the 12th floor, or a Korean meal in the Haekeumkang restaurant. The hotel is in the centre of Vladivostok, close to the Vladivostok Embankment and Arseniev Museum.
Some facilities may be subject to an additional charge at the hotel.
Prices includes Eurostar travel from London to Brussels, onward train travel from Brussels to Berlin, 1 night hotel accommodation with breakfast in Berlin, train travel from Berlin to Moscow, 1 night hotel accommodation with breakfast in Moscow, 1 night hotel accommodation with breakfast in Vladivostok, meals (from dinner on day three to breakfast on the final day), a generous drinks allowance, local guides, guided off train tours, a doctor on board, Tour Manager and accommodation in a Silver Class Cabin on the Trans-Siberian train. Single supplements apply - please call for details. Please note: Travellers will require a double entry Russian visa, a Belarus transit visa and Mongolian visa, please call us for prices and details.
Add extra nights to your holiday, stop off en route, or book train travel from a European train station.
Call us on (646) 770 2894, and we'll tailor-make your holiday!
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Holidays can be tailor-made for you (including stopovers or additional nights) call us on (646) 770 2894.
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Travel by Eurostar from London to Brussels Midi, where you connect onto the service to Berlin via Cologne. On arrival in Berlin, check in for an overnight stay at the Park Plaza Wallstreet Berlin.
Spend the evening exploring Berlin's lively nightlife with the Mitte and Schöneberg districts particularly good for a wide selection of restaurants and bars.
Enjoy another full day in Berlin before catching your sleeper service to Moscow.
Berlin has a mind-boggling choice of museums encompassing history, culture and art. The Museum Island has possibly the best selection with the Pergamon-Museum one of the largest. This contains a huge collection of Greek and Roman antiquities. Elsewhere, the Checkpoint-Charlie Museum gives an introduction into the history of the Wall and the Siegessäule has a small exhibition at the top as well as fantastic city views.
After dinner in the evening, head to Berlin Hauptbahnhof for your sleeper service to Moscow. Settle into your private two berth compartment as the train heads eastwards towards Poland.
Spend a full day on the train today, relaxing in your private compartment. This morning you will arrive at the Belarus border where visas and passports are checked and the train's 'bogies' or wheels are changed from the standard Western European gauge to the Russian gauge. Once you're on you way again, the train heads through Minsk before crossing the Russian border and arriving into Moscow late in the evening.
You will be met at Moscow's Belorussky station and transferred to the Marriott Royal Aurora Moscow for an overnight stay.
After breakfast this morning, enjoy a city tour of Moscow, principally focussing on Red Square, an iconic symbol of Russia’s former military and political might. Here you will see an eclectic mix of fascinating architecture, such as the ornate and colourful St Basil’s Cathedral with its magnificent onion-domed spires, the grandeur of the Kremlin and the sombre and evocative tomb containing Lenin’s embalmed body.
In the early afternoon, enjoy a Champagne reception on the platform before boarding the luxurious Golden Eagle Trans-Siberian Express which will be your home for next twelve days. After settling into your modern, stylish Gold class cabin, enjoy dinner in one of the beautifully designed restaurant cars as your rail adventure begins.
Arrive into the historic city of Kazan this morning. Kazan is the capital of Tatarstan, located on the River Volga. Enjoy a city tour including cultural highlights such as the famous UNESCO Heritage listed Kremlin-Fortress with its stunning onion-domed cathedral and mosque. Return to the train for a relaxing dinner onboard before either retiring to your private cabin or joining other guests in the bar car for drinks with new friends.
The Golden Eagle crosses the continental divide between Europe and Asia this morning before arriving into Yekaterinburg, the capital of the Urals which was founded by Peter the Great in 1723. Explore this fascinating city with its European and Asian architectural influences on a city tour. The highlight of the tour is a poignant visit to the site, now a memorial church, where the last Tsar of Russia, Nicholas Romanov and his family were executed.
Novosibirsk is a modern ‘Soviet’ city where the arts, literature and science dominate. Enjoy a city tour here taking in the major sights including the Opera House, the largest opera house in the world and an architectural masterpiece, housing two permanent opera and ballet companies. In front of the Opera House there’s the opportunity to have your photograph taken next to the imposing statue of Lenin.
Enjoy a day at leisure onboard the Golden Eagle today. Learn some Russian conversational skills, attend a lecture about the history of the famous Trans-Siberian rail line or just relax in the bar car with your fellow guests and watch the rolling landscapes of Siberia unfold outside your window.
Arrive into Irkutsk this morning, a city known as the ‘Paris of Siberia’ and famous for its distinctive wooden architecture. Your tour will take in some of the best examples of this as well as the Decembrist House museum, dedicated to the exiled aristocrats who had to flee Irkutsk after the failed revolution of 1825. Enjoy a private concert here before returning to the Golden Eagle for dinner.
Lake Baikal is the deepest lake in the world, containing twenty percent of the world’s fresh water. Some of the flora and fauna here is unique to this area including omul, a fish which will be served in the dining car during some of your meals. The journey this morning heads around the inlets and of this great lake, and the train stops (weather permitting) in one of the secluded bays for a freshly prepared barbeque. You even have the opportunity for a refreshing swim in the lake which, local legend has it will increase your lifespan by ten years. In the afternoon you will visit the pretty lakeside village of Listvyanka before returning to the train for dinner.
Arrive this morning into Ulan Ude, capital city of the Buryat Republic. Notice the different faces and dress of these welcoming people as you take a tour of the area. Visit the Old Believers Village where you will have the opportunity to learn about the history and culture of the local people as you are treated to a traditional meal and a concert performed by local musicians and dancers.
The Golden Eagle heads over the border into Mongolia today and you will stop in the capital city of Ulan Batar for a city tour and a visit to the National Museum to learn about Mongolia's fascinating history. Afterwards, enjoy lunch in a traditional Ger tent with local dishes and entertainment before spending an afternoon at leisure in Ulan Batar. Return to the train in time for your evening meal as the Golden Eagle heads back into Russia.
Enjoy a more leisurely pace today as you journey through the beautiful landscapes of eastern Russia. You may like to attend one of the interesting lectures or Russian language lessons.
Another day relaxing onboard today. Why not practice your Russian with fellow guests or simply relax as the train follows the Shilka and Amur rivers, close to the Chinese border. Enjoy Russia at its most dramatic and remote, as the Golden Eagle eats up the miles on its way to Vladivostok.
Passing directly north of Seoul, Darwin and Osaka, spend your last full day on board the Golden Eagle as the most easterly point of your mammoth journey is reached passing through Khabarovsk, where you cross the River Amur. Tonight, enjoy your final dinner onboard the train that has been home for the last twelve days as you approach the final stop on this unforgettable journey.
After travelling through eight time zones and covering an amazing 6,600 miles (10,600km), the Golden Eagle arrives into Vladivostok, a military port situated on the Sea of Japan. The city was closed to foreigners for much of the 20th century and only opened up to visitors in 1992. Your tour will include a visit to military landmarks such as a restored navy submarine before you transfer to the Hyundai Vladivostok for an overnight stay.
Enjoy a farewell dinner this evening as you say your goodbyes to travelling companions and friends.
After breakfast in the hotel, you will be transferred to Vladivostok airport, railway station or ferry to begin your onward journey.
Brandenburg Gate, Berlin
Park Plaza Wallstreet Berlin
Moscow at Night
Marriott Royal Aurora Moscow
The Kremlin, Moscow
Kazan
Yekaterinburg
Novosibirsk
Irkutsk
Lake Baikal
Lake Baikal
Ulaan Baatar
Trans-Siberian Train
Vladivostok
Hyundai Vladivostok
Berlin is a fascinating city full of history, culture, fabulous buildings and museums, along with a wide range of excellent restaurants and a strong tradition in the performing arts. There is no better place to start than the Berlin Wall; symbolising the division between capitalist West and communist East, sections of the Wall can be visited at several locations. Head up the Alexanderplatz Tower for spectacular views or visit Museum Island for some of the city’s oldest and finest museums.
Moscow is a mighty capital city with some iconic attractions including the Red Square, the Kremlin, Lenin’s Tomb, containing the Communist leader’s embalmed body, St Basil’s Cathedral and Gorky Park. Make sure you have a look around the grand and ornately decorated State Historical Museum, just next to the Kremlin. Some of the stations on the metro resemble underground stately homes and are well worth a visit!
The historic city of Vladivostok is one of Russia's most important ports on the Pacific Ocean. Visit Sportivnaya Harbour, or catch a glimpse of the Russian Pacific Navy fleet at Golden Horn Bay. Explore the natural history at the Arsenev Regional History Museum.
The Golden Eagle Trans-Siberian Express is a new train which brings unprecedented luxury to the world's greatest train journey. Enjoy luxurious ensuite accomodation, attentive service and excellent, locally sourced menus served in the two beautiful dining cars. Enjoy guided off-train excursions and great onboard entertainment from lectures to Russian language courses and wine tasting. The Golden Eagle transports you from Moscow to the Chinese border.
Amongst the highlights of the Golden Eagle are the two restaurant cars, where the chefs serve gourmet cuisine using (wherever possible) local ingredients. Whether it be world-renowned "Borsch" or Omul - a fish unique to Lake Baikal, meals are complemented by wines from around the world, as well as - naturally - vodka. Yet the social heart of the train is of course the bar car, a great place to relax and settle into the unhurried pace of life on board. Unwind in comfortable surroundings, watch the world go by and socialise with your fellow guests.
Silver Class
The Golden Eagle Trans-Siberian Express has twelve fully ensuite Silver sleeping cars which feature state of the art amenities and are 60 sq ft. Silver Class cabins have a private ensuite bathroom with a ‘wet-room’ style shower and a toilet as well as facilities including a DVD/CD player and air-conditioning. Silver Class cabins sleep two in a lower small double bed (4ft) or bunk style. As with all cabin types, Silver class guests benefit from the services of a cabin attendant 24 hours a day.
Gold Class
There are twelve fully ensuite Gold sleeping cars which feature state of the art amenities and are 77 sq ft. Gold Class cabins are well-proportioned and have everything from power showers and underfloor heating to a DVD/CD player, LCD screen and individual air-conditioning. Gold Class Cabins sleep two in either a lower standard (4ft 6) double bed or bunk style. Drinks are also included from the Standard Bar List. All cabin types include an evening turn down service.
Imperial Suite
Imperial Suites are 120 sq ft in size and are the most spacious cabins available onboard the Golden Eagle Trans-Siberian Express. Each suite has a luxurious fixed king-size bed as well as a lounge area with dressing table. The Imperial Suites feature private ensuite facilities with power shower and under floor heating. Other amenities include individual air-conditioning, a DVD/CD player with LCD screen, and two large picture windows. Guests staying in an Imperial Suites will also benefit from a dedicated butler service, complimentary drinks from the premium bar list, the option of in-cabin dining, free laundry service and room upgrades at the featured hotels.
The Park Plaza Wallstreet is a contemporary style hotel with 167 comfortable guestrooms including cutting edge amenities. The hotel features the stylish '23 Wallstreet' Restaurant and 'Rule 405' Bar, and for those who want to keep fit, you can work out in the hotel's well-equipped fitness centre. The hotel is located in the heart of historic Berlin near the Alexanderplatz and the Reichstag. With an underground station located opposite the hotel, all of Berlin's attractions are easily accessible.
Some facilities may be subject to an additional charge at the hotel.
The Marriott Royal Aurora Hotel in Moscow is a luxury hotel, with contemporary and spacious bedrooms and suites. Each bedroom includes its own personal butler service. Relax with dinner in the international restaurant Aurora, or at the steakhouse restaurant, the Polo Club. The hotel has an indoor swimming pool and a fitness centre. The hotel is in the centre of Moscow, within walking distance of the world-renowned Red Square and Bolshoi Theatre.
Some facilities may be subject to an additional charge at the hotel.
The Hyundai Vladivostok Hotel is a modern hotel with 155 bedrooms and suites. Enjoy a coffee in the Rendezvous Coffee Shop near the lobby, drinks or dinner in the Pacific Bar & Restaurant on the 12th floor, or a Korean meal in the Haekeumkang restaurant. The hotel is in the centre of Vladivostok, close to the Vladivostok Embankment and Arseniev Museum.
Some facilities may be subject to an additional charge at the hotel.
“ Many of Berlin's main sites are within walking distance of this stylish contemporary hotel. Rooms are a good size and the bar is one of the longest in the city! ”
Matthew - Feb 2010
Prices includes Eurostar travel from London to Brussels, onward train travel from Brussels to Berlin, 1 night hotel accommodation with breakfast in Berlin, train travel from Berlin to Moscow, 1 night hotel accommodation with breakfast in Moscow, 1 night hotel accommodation with breakfast in Vladivostok, meals (from dinner on day three to breakfast on the final day), a generous drinks allowance, local guides, guided off train tours, a doctor on board, Tour Manager, and accommodation in a Gold Class Cabin on the Trans-Siberian train. Single supplements apply - please call for details. Please note: Travellers will require a double entry Russian visa, a Belarus transit visa and Mongolian visa, please call us for prices and details.
Add extra nights to your holiday, stop off en route, or book train travel from a European train station.
Call us on (646) 770 2894, and we'll tailor-make your holiday!
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Holidays can be tailor-made for you (including stopovers or additional nights) call us on (646) 770 2894.
Prices are subject to availability, based on 2 people sharing a twin / double room and based on best priced seats on trains.
Supplements may apply if best price travel not available. Supplements will apply for single occupancy.
Hotel and room facilities may be subject to an extra charge or are on request.
We accept all major credit and debit cards. If you pay by debit card there is no extra charge; if you choose to pay by credit card a 2% surcharge applies.
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Travel by Eurostar from London to Brussels Midi, where you connect onto the service to Berlin via Cologne. On arrival in Berlin, check in for an overnight stay at the Park Plaza Wallstreet Berlin.
Spend the evening exploring Berlin's lively nightlife with the Mitte and Schöneberg districts particularly good for a wide selection of restaurants and bars.
Enjoy another full day in Berlin before catching your sleeper service to Moscow.
Berlin has a mind-boggling choice of museums encompassing history, culture and art. The Museum Island has possibly the best selection with the Pergamon-Museum one of the largest. This contains a huge collection of Greek and Roman antiquities. Elsewhere, the Checkpoint-Charlie Museum gives an introduction into the history of the Wall and the Siegessäule has a small exhibition at the top as well as fantastic city views.
After dinner in the evening, head to Berlin Hauptbahnhof for your sleeper service to Moscow. Settle into your private two berth compartment as the train heads eastwards towards Poland.
Spend a full day on the train today, relaxing in your private compartment. This morning you will arrive at the Belarus border where visas and passports are checked and the train's 'bogies' or wheels are changed from the standard Western European gauge to the Russian gauge. Once you're on you way again, the train heads through Minsk before crossing the Russian border and arriving into Moscow late in the evening.
You will be met at Moscow's Belorussky station and transferred to the Marriott Royal Aurora Moscow for an overnight stay.
After breakfast this morning, enjoy a city tour of Moscow, principally focussing on Red Square, an iconic symbol of Russia’s former military and political might. Here you will see an eclectic mix of fascinating architecture, such as the ornate and colourful St Basil’s Cathedral with its magnificent onion-domed spires, the grandeur of the Kremlin and the sombre and evocative tomb containing Lenin’s embalmed body.
In the early afternoon, board the luxurious Golden Eagle Trans-Siberian Express which will be your home for next twelve days. After settling into your modern, stylish Imperial Suite, enjoy dinner in one of the beautifully designed restaurant cars as your rail adventure begins.
Arrive into the historic city of Kazan this morning. Kazan is the capital of Tatarstan, located on the River Volga. Enjoy a city tour including cultural highlights such as the famous UNESCO Heritage listed Kremlin-Fortress with its stunning onion-domed cathedral and mosque. Return to the train for a relaxing dinner onboard before either retiring to your private cabin or joining other guests in the bar car for drinks with new friends.
The Golden Eagle crosses the continental divide between Europe and Asia this morning before arriving into Yekaterinburg, the capital of the Urals which was founded by Peter the Great in 1723. Explore this fascinating city with its European and Asian architectural influences on a city tour. The highlight of the tour is a poignant visit to the site, now a memorial church, where the last Tsar of Russia, Nicholas Romanov and his family were executed.
Novosibirsk is a modern ‘Soviet’ city where the arts, literature and science dominate. Enjoy a city tour here taking in the major sights including the Opera House, the largest opera house in the world and an architectural masterpiece, housing two permanent opera and ballet companies. In front of the Opera House there’s the opportunity to have your photograph taken next to the imposing statue of Lenin.
Enjoy a day at leisure onboard the Golden Eagle today. Learn some Russian conversational skills, attend a lecture about the history of the famous Trans-Siberian rail line or just relax in the bar car with your fellow guests and watch the rolling landscapes of Siberia unfold outside your window.
Arrive into Irkutsk this morning, a city known as the ‘Paris of Siberia’ and famous for its distinctive wooden architecture. Your tour will take in some of the best examples of this as well as the Decembrist House museum, dedicated to the exiled aristocrats who had to flee Irkutsk after the failed revolution of 1825. Enjoy a private concert here before returning to the Golden Eagle for dinner.
Lake Baikal is the deepest lake in the world, containing twenty percent of the world’s fresh water. Some of the flora and fauna here is unique to this area including omul, a fish which will be served in the dining car during some of your meals. The journey this morning heads around the inlets and of this great lake, and the train stops (weather permitting) in one of the secluded bays for a freshly prepared barbeque. You even have the opportunity for a refreshing swim in the lake which, local legend has it will increase your lifespan by ten years. In the afternoon you will visit the pretty lakeside village of Listvyanka before returning to the train for dinner.
Arrive this morning into Ulan Ude, capital city of the Buryat Republic. Notice the different faces and dress of these welcoming people as you take a tour of the area. Visit the Old Believers Village where you will have the opportunity to learn about the history and culture of the local people as you are treated to a traditional meal and a concert performed by local musicians and dancers.
The Golden Eagle heads over the border into Mongolia today and you will stop in the capital city of Ulan Batar for a city tour and a visit to the National Museum to learn about Mongolia's fascinating history. Afterwards, enjoy lunch in a traditional Ger tent with local dishes and entertainment before spending an afternoon at leisure in Ulan Batar. Return to the train in time for your evening meal as the Golden Eagle heads back into Russia.
Enjoy a more leisurely pace today as you journey through the beautiful landscapes of eastern Russia. You may like to attend one of the interesting lectures or Russian language lessons.
Another day relaxing onboard today. Why not practice your Russian with fellow guests or simply relax as the train follows the Shilka and Amur rivers, close to the Chinese border. Enjoy Russia at its most dramatic and remote, as the Golden Eagle eats up the miles on its way to Vladivostok.
Passing directly north of Seoul, Darwin and Osaka, spend your last full day on board the Golden Eagle as the most easterly point of your mammoth journey is reached passing through Khabarovsk, where you cross the River Amur. Tonight, enjoy your final dinner onboard the train that has been home for the last twelve days as you approach the final stop on this unforgettable journey.
After travelling through eight time zones and covering an amazing 6,600 miles (10,600km), the Golden Eagle arrives into Vladivostok, a military port situated on the Sea of Japan. The city was closed to foreigners for much of the 20th century and only opened up to visitors in 1992. Your tour will include a visit to military landmarks such as a restored navy submarine before you transfer to the Hyundai Vladivostok for an overnight stay.
Enjoy a farewell dinner this evening as you say your goodbyes to travelling companions and friends.
After breakfast in the hotel, you will be transferred to Vladivostok airport, railway station or ferry to begin your onward journey.
Brandenburg Gate, Berlin
Park Plaza Wallstreet Berlin
Moscow at Night
Marriott Royal Aurora Moscow
The Kremlin, Moscow
Kazan
Yekaterinburg
Novosibirsk
Irkutsk
Lake Baikal
Lake Baikal
Ulaan Baatar
Trans-Siberian Train
Vladivostok
Hyundai Vladivostok
Berlin is a fascinating city full of history, culture, fabulous buildings and museums, along with a wide range of excellent restaurants and a strong tradition in the performing arts. There is no better place to start than the Berlin Wall; symbolising the division between capitalist West and communist East, sections of the Wall can be visited at several locations. Head up the Alexanderplatz Tower for spectacular views or visit Museum Island for some of the city’s oldest and finest museums.
Moscow is a mighty capital city with some iconic attractions including the Red Square, the Kremlin, Lenin’s Tomb, containing the Communist leader’s embalmed body, St Basil’s Cathedral and Gorky Park. Make sure you have a look around the grand and ornately decorated State Historical Museum, just next to the Kremlin. Some of the stations on the metro resemble underground stately homes and are well worth a visit!
The historic city of Vladivostok is one of Russia's most important ports on the Pacific Ocean. Visit Sportivnaya Harbour, or catch a glimpse of the Russian Pacific Navy fleet at Golden Horn Bay. Explore the natural history at the Arsenev Regional History Museum.
The Golden Eagle Trans-Siberian Express is a new train which brings unprecedented luxury to the world's greatest train journey. Enjoy luxurious ensuite accomodation, attentive service and excellent, locally sourced menus served in the two beautiful dining cars. Enjoy guided off-train excursions and great onboard entertainment from lectures to Russian language courses and wine tasting. The Golden Eagle transports you from Moscow to the Chinese border.
Amongst the highlights of the Golden Eagle are the two restaurant cars, where the chefs serve gourmet cuisine using (wherever possible) local ingredients. Whether it be world-renowned "Borsch" or Omul - a fish unique to Lake Baikal, meals are complemented by wines from around the world, as well as - naturally - vodka. Yet the social heart of the train is of course the bar car, a great place to relax and settle into the unhurried pace of life on board. Unwind in comfortable surroundings, watch the world go by and socialise with your fellow guests.
Silver Class
The Golden Eagle Trans-Siberian Express has twelve fully ensuite Silver sleeping cars which feature state of the art amenities and are 60 sq ft. Silver Class cabins have a private ensuite bathroom with a ‘wet-room’ style shower and a toilet as well as facilities including a DVD/CD player and air-conditioning. Silver Class cabins sleep two in a lower small double bed (4ft) or bunk style. As with all cabin types, Silver class guests benefit from the services of a cabin attendant 24 hours a day.
Gold Class
There are twelve fully ensuite Gold sleeping cars which feature state of the art amenities and are 77 sq ft. Gold Class cabins are well-proportioned and have everything from power showers and underfloor heating to a DVD/CD player, LCD screen and individual air-conditioning. Gold Class Cabins sleep two in either a lower standard (4ft 6) double bed or bunk style. Drinks are also included from the Standard Bar List. All cabin types include an evening turn down service.
Imperial Suite
Imperial Suites are 120 sq ft in size and are the most spacious cabins available onboard the Golden Eagle Trans-Siberian Express. Each suite has a luxurious fixed king-size bed as well as a lounge area with dressing table. The Imperial Suites feature private ensuite facilities with power shower and under floor heating. Other amenities include individual air-conditioning, a DVD/CD player with LCD screen, and two large picture windows. Guests staying in an Imperial Suites will also benefit from a dedicated butler service, complimentary drinks from the premium bar list, the option of in-cabin dining, free laundry service and room upgrades at the featured hotels.
The Park Plaza Wallstreet is a contemporary style hotel with 167 comfortable guestrooms including cutting edge amenities. The hotel features the stylish '23 Wallstreet' Restaurant and 'Rule 405' Bar, and for those who want to keep fit, you can work out in the hotel's well-equipped fitness centre. The hotel is located in the heart of historic Berlin near the Alexanderplatz and the Reichstag. With an underground station located opposite the hotel, all of Berlin's attractions are easily accessible.
Some facilities may be subject to an additional charge at the hotel.
The Marriott Royal Aurora Hotel in Moscow is a luxury hotel, with contemporary and spacious bedrooms and suites. Each bedroom includes its own personal butler service. Relax with dinner in the international restaurant Aurora, or at the steakhouse restaurant, the Polo Club. The hotel has an indoor swimming pool and a fitness centre. The hotel is in the centre of Moscow, within walking distance of the world-renowned Red Square and Bolshoi Theatre.
Some facilities may be subject to an additional charge at the hotel.
The Hyundai Vladivostok Hotel is a modern hotel with 155 bedrooms and suites. Enjoy a coffee in the Rendezvous Coffee Shop near the lobby, drinks or dinner in the Pacific Bar & Restaurant on the 12th floor, or a Korean meal in the Haekeumkang restaurant. The hotel is in the centre of Vladivostok, close to the Vladivostok Embankment and Arseniev Museum.
Some facilities may be subject to an additional charge at the hotel.
“ Many of Berlin's main sites are within walking distance of this stylish contemporary hotel. Rooms are a good size and the bar is one of the longest in the city! ”
Matthew - Feb 2010
Prices includes Eurostar travel from London to Brussels, onward train travel from Brussels to Berlin, 1 night hotel accommodation with breakfast in Berlin, train travel from Berlin to Moscow, 1 night hotel accommodation with breakfast in Moscow, 1 night hotel accommodation with breakfast in Vladivostok, meals (from dinner on day three to breakfast on the final day), a generous drinks allowance, local guides, guided off train tours, a doctor on board, Tour Manager, and accommodation in an Imperial Suite on the Trans-Siberian train. Single supplements apply - please call for details. Please note: Travellers will require a double entry Russian visa, a Belarus transit visa and Mongolian visa, please call us for prices and details.
Add extra nights to your holiday, stop off en route, or book train travel from a European train station.
Call us on (646) 770 2894, and we'll tailor-make your holiday!
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Holidays can be tailor-made for you (including stopovers or additional nights) call us on (646) 770 2894.
Prices are subject to availability, based on 2 people sharing a twin / double room and based on best priced seats on trains.
Supplements may apply if best price travel not available. Supplements will apply for single occupancy.
Hotel and room facilities may be subject to an extra charge or are on request.
We accept all major credit and debit cards. If you pay by debit card there is no extra charge; if you choose to pay by credit card a 2% surcharge applies.
Holidays including flights are operated by our sister company Railbookers Signature Holidays, a trading name of Travel Definitions Limited which is ATOL protected, number 9040.
We have offices in London and Sydney and our lines are currently open.
Call us on (646) 770 2894.
If we are closed please leave us a voicemail message, or alternatively send us an email or submit an enquiry.
We've detected your location as Los Angeles, America. Our opening hours in your timezone for the next 7 days are:
| Wednesday - Thursday | 1am - 11am | 2:30pm - 11pm |
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| Friday | 1am - 11am | 3pm - 10:30pm |
| Saturday | 2am - 7:30am | |
| Sunday | 2am - 7:30am | 2:30pm - 11pm |
| Monday - Tuesday | 1am - 11am | 2:30pm - 11pm |
All times shown in PST.
Park Plaza Wallstreet Berlin
“ Many of Berlin's main sites are within walking distance of this stylish contemporary hotel. Rooms are a good size and the bar is one of the longest in the city! ”
Matthew - Feb 2010