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Rail tours - what are they?

In tourism, it is customary to divide excursion tours into bus and train tours. The name “walking tours” is rarely used; they usually say “walking excursions”. “Aviation tours” talk about tours abroad. Yes, yes, even tours with such long journeys as to Baikal and Kamchatka, but within Russia, are usually called railway tours.

If in order to participate in the tour you need to travel by train, the tour will be by rail. Even if after the train you change to a bus, the tour will still be by train. There are tours where you travel one way by bus and return by train; the tour is also a train tour. In short, if you buy at least one train ticket, the tour will be by train.

The advantage of rail tours

On train tours we can travel a much greater distance than by bus.
During the trip, you can stand up, walk around, and stretch your legs. Walking on the bus while it is moving is strictly prohibited.
In the carriage, whether it is seated or with sleeping places, there is more space, you can lounge, drink tea, and eat something along the way.
Traveling on an overnight train is more comfortable than traveling on a bus, unless, of course, you take a ticket in a carriage with sleeping berths.

And there are no traffic jams for the train!

When is the best time to buy train tours?

The earlier the better. There are 2 limiting factors: seats on the tour and the availability of train tickets. Tickets go on sale 60 days before the travel date. But by this time places on the tour may run out. Therefore, it is better to first buy a tour and then wait until ticket sales open.

How to buy a train ticket for a tour?

It is best to buy a train ticket on the official website of Russian Railways
www.rzd.ru

There are no extra charges for tickets here, and you can choose your seat in the carriage.

Or buy it at the train station (it doesn’t matter which one). Only at train stations there will be no extra charge for train tickets. At all city ticket offices and companies, tickets will already have a premium.

What to do if you don't have train tickets?

This usually happens when you buy a tour for peak dates a short time before the start of the tour.

There is an exit.

• If you have time, you can book an additional day before or after the tour. That is, tickets a day later than the holidays or a day before the start of the holidays are always easier to get.
• Many cities can be reached by regular buses.

Rail tours: from the past to the future

The modern world is so fast-paced and noisy. We are forced to live, observing the conditions that he dictates to us. We are constantly in a hurry to get somewhere, we are always thinking about something, and we cannot even allow ourselves to relax during our vacation and take a deep breath of the fresh air of absolute freedom.

Often, when going on a trip, we rush to the airport to buy plane tickets, because this is the fastest way to get to our destination in order to quickly plunge into the warm sea or visit interesting places abroad. In this way, we simply fence ourselves off from the beauty of a vast space, rich in charming places and interesting things. We hide all this from ourselves under the thick clouds of the boundless sky, not trying to simply dissolve in time, forget about it and plunge into serenity.

Have you at least once tried to simply forget about the rush, problems, fuss and go on a leisurely journey to the ringing sound of train wheels? Just imagine: you are lying on the top bunk of a reserved seat carriage, listening to the world around you, looking out the window, behind which familiar and unfamiliar landscapes float by. First, a picture of small villages and towns opens before your eyes, followed by endless golden or snow-covered fields, then powerful cities shimmering with bright lights, which are replaced by extraordinary colorful rural landscapes. This entire unforgettable view from the window, picturesque landscapes, the aromas of mown grass, the soothing sway of the carriage, a favorite book, delicious hot tea and the rhythmic sound of the train wheels evoke romantic feelings, create some kind of extraordinary mood of serenity and an amazing feeling that an incredible contemplative experience awaits us ahead. a trip that will give you a lot of positive emotions and precious memories.

Going on a sightseeing tour by train, we have time to reflect on our lives, souls and emotions. The hope is being revived that we will soon be able to enjoy a pleasant and exciting journey that will turn into a real unforgettable fairy tale. It’s hard not to agree that all this cannot be experienced while sitting in an airplane seat, looking out the small window of the porthole.

The pompous words, of course, are intended for incorrigible romantics who love to relax not only with their bodies, but also with their souls. But those who are pragmatists by nature can also easily identify for themselves all the positive aspects of railway excursion tours:

• This is an opportunity to significantly save money, because train tickets are several times cheaper than plane tickets. And if you plan your trip in advance, its cost will be reduced by another half - you will have a benefit equal to almost 50% - the rate for early sales of railway tickets.
• Railway excursion tours are comfortable and very convenient. Modern trains are equipped with everything necessary to make a person feel good and comfortable. They not only provide various amenities and friendly service from guides, they even provide Internet and television, air conditioning, heaters - you can go on a trip in any weather and at any time of the year.

It should be noted that railway excursion tours are fashionable and modern. Already in many advanced European countries, people have long preferred rail travel instead of water or air travel. After all, relaxing in a modern carriage compartment is no less comfortable than in a liner cabin.

Train or plane?

We are all accustomed to the fact that you can easily and quickly get to Europe by plane. But there are people who, given a choice, would prefer a slow train journey, while others are simply afraid to fly. At the same time, the cost of land and air travel is approximately equal, and sometimes by plane it will be even cheaper. The flight from Moscow to Europe will take two hours, and the journey by rail will take about a day. Don't forget that, regardless of your method of travel, you need a Schengen visa to enter Europe.

Features of buying a ticket to Europe

The cost of a train ticket to Europe is fixed in euros, so after conversion the price in rubles can change significantly. You can get a 40% discount on a ticket if you book it as a group (from six adult passengers).

It is important to know that for most international trains, purchasing a ticket via the Internet is not available. You will have to go to the station and contact the international long-distance ticket offices. You can buy an e-ticket for trains to Helsinki, Tallinn, Prague, Vienna, Nice, Paris and Karlovy Vary.

We have selected for you only direct trains to Europe that travel no more than two days. The price is indicated everywhere for the summer of 2016 one way, subject to advance purchase. The rate is indicated for one upper seat in a compartment, the lower one will be a little more expensive.

Ticket for 50-80 euros

The cheapest places to go are Estonia (Tallinn) and Finland (Helsinki). Travel time is on average 15 hours. As a rule, compartment, reserved seat and seated seats are available on this route. Seats will cost on average 30% less than the top bunk in a compartment. Many trains to Central and Western Europe pass through Minsk (Belarus) - this is also a very beautiful city. Trains travel for 8-10 hours, prices start from 66 euros.

Ticket for 120-150 euros

A tour to Central and Northern Europe will cost twice as much. Not least due to the fact that there is no reserved seat seat here, only coupe and SV. Logically, the longer the road, the higher the ticket price, but prices are not always strictly tied to distance. For example, it takes 15 hours to travel to Vilnius (Lithuania) and Riga (Latvia), and about a day to travel to Berlin (Germany), Prague (Czech Republic) and Vienna (Austria). That is, the distance is much greater, but the tariff is practically the same. Getting to Central Europe from St. Petersburg will be a little more expensive than from Moscow. Also, many trains (to Prague, Paris, Nice and other cities) go through Warsaw (Poland).

Ticket for 200-250 euros

It takes much longer to travel to Western Europe (from one and a half to two days) and is more expensive: Nice (France), Milan and Verona (Italy) will cost about 200 euros, and Paris (France) - 243 euros. The accommodation options available are compartments and SVs, but the trains are not branded.

Train traffic across South-Eastern Europe

Getting to South-Eastern Europe by train is now difficult, since the route from Russia through Ukraine is inaccessible. Today, entry into the territory of Ukraine is possible only with a foreign passport; in addition, all males may be denied entry. It's better not to take risks and choose a plane.

The flight Moscow - Chisinau (Moldova) has been cancelled. A trip to Sofia (Bulgaria) or Belgrade (Serbia) will be unreasonably expensive (235 euros), since the trains go through half of Europe (bypassing Ukraine) and are on the road for more than two days.

However, traffic is not disrupted from Moscow to Budapest (Hungary) and Bratislava (Slovakia). A ticket there will cost 180-190 euros, and the journey will take a little more than a day. In summer, direct carriages run from Moscow to Bar (Montenegro). The train takes two days and six hours, the ticket price is very high - 360 euros. The train passes through Belarus, Poland, Serbia and Slovakia. On all these flights, travel is only available in direct (trailer) carriages.

No direct route

There are no direct trains from Russia to Spain, Portugal and parts of the Northern European countries (Denmark, the Netherlands, Sweden and Norway).

In recent years, rail tours from Moscow to Russia have become increasingly popular among clients. This is an excellent option for people who want to get to know our country better. There are many places you can go to in Russia.

What are the advantages of rail tours around Russia from Moscow in 2019? Let's list a few of them:

1. You do not need to prepare for a long time and collect a large number of documents. Just choose the appropriate option and you can go on a trip. You will not need a foreign passport or permission to enter the territory of another state.
2. It is impossible not to note the huge number of routes across Russia. You will be able to travel around the country and get a lot of emotions from the trip.
3. The number of programs only increases over time; you will not be limited in your choice.
4. The prices are optimal and you can save money on your trip.

These are just a few of the benefits of touring Russia by train from Moscow. Not only will you have the opportunity to get to know our country, you can relax at low cost and get only positive emotions from the trip.

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Tours to Ossetia from our company.

Recently, trips to North Ossetia have become increasingly popular. This is a great place to travel, and you can only get positive emotions from your trip.

Several advantages of Ossetia:

1. Beautiful views that you want to enjoy. You will be amazed by the landscapes in this region.
2. There are many routes for travel; there will be no problems with choosing a program.
3. This is the best choice for an eventful pastime. Every day new trips and hikes await you.
4. Active recreation is offered. It allows you to achieve the greatest physical and psychological relaxation, you definitely won’t be bored!

If you want to travel around Ossetia, then contact our company for help. Specialists know everything about this region and are always ready to provide support. Otkritie Travel Club offers the best tours for clients that are carefully thought out.

Why do tourists choose us?

1. Extensive experience in organizing travel in Ossetia.
2. Attractive prices.
3. The programs include a full range of services.
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Directions of railway tours

Rail tours- this is a great option for those who prefer to travel by train. In this section of the website of the travel company “Club Eight Travels” you can get acquainted with those destinations and types of tours where the main transport that delivers tourists to their destination is the train. The advantages of this type of tourist travel are obvious - speed and convenience. For example, many people get motion sickness in cars and buses, but the smooth, measured movement of cars along the rails does not cause discomfort. Russian Railways trains do not have to stand in traffic jams; it is convenient to sleep in them at night, especially in comfortable seats in a compartment or SV.

Train tours in Russia and the CIS

	Direction	Prices
	Tours to St. Petersburg by train You can visit the Northern Capital by arriving there by night train or by high-speed Sapsan. The duration of excursion train trips to St. Petersburg can vary from 2 to 12 days, and include not only acquaintance with the sights of the city itself, but also visits to Peterhof, Tsarskoe Selo, Gatchina, Vyborg, Kronstadt and other interesting cities and places in the Leningrad region.	Cost from 3,410 rub.
	Tours to Belarus by train Most of the tours to Belarus presented on our website involve moving to Minsk or by comfortable train from Moscow. A further program of tours along the chosen route within the country, for example to Mir and Nesvizh castles, Brest, Gomel, Grodno, etc. goes by bus. Trains departing to Belarus are very comfortable, clean and convenient, which makes the transfer to the country part of a pleasant trip.
	Tours to Kazan by train from Moscow One of the most popular domestic travel destinations among Moscow tourists is invariably Kazan. No wonder, because in just one night you can travel by train to the capital of Tatarstan and plunge into the colorful multicolor of this unique city. The Kazan Kremlin, the Kul-Sharif Mosque, Sviyazhsk and the Raifa Monastery are just a few of the attractions available here. Is it worth talking about the delicious Tatar cuisine and the famous Tatar hospitality? So “Surprise me, Kazan!”	Cost from 7,680 rub.
	Tours to Kaliningrad with train transfer Do you want to visit the very West of Russia? So why not travel there by train, seeing from its window all the immense beauties of our country. The unique sights of the Kaliningrad region are worth spending this time on the road, because here you will find the sun-filled beauty of the amber region, the cries of seagulls and the salty air of the Baltic, the sand dunes of the Curonian Spit and the promenades of the resort Svetlogorsk, like scenes from black and white films come to life.	Cost from 6,000 rub.
	Rail tours to Veliky Novgorod Veliky Novgorod is not the most distant neighbor of Moscow, but you can go here calmly and comfortably using the railway connection. If you have long dreamed of seeing the Novgorod land, as well as visiting Staraya Russa or Valdai, we are pleased to offer you a number of interesting excursion tours to Veliky Novgorod.	Cost from 5,228 rub.
	Railway tours to Nizhny Novgorod You can also travel by train to Nizhny Novgorod and other small towns in the Volga region, which are often included in excursion routes. Such tours will not only introduce you to the history of the ancient merchant city, but will also allow you to take a boat trip along the Volga or spend time at an excellent recreation center.	Cost from 4,990 rub.
	Tours to Pskov by train Pskov is another pearl in the necklace of the most beautiful cities of North-Western Rus'. Getting to know these wonderful places is most often not limited only to the Pskov region, but includes a visit to Izborsk, as well as trips to the Pushkin Mountains and Pechory. Ancient fortresses and monasteries, together with bewitching open spaces, will leave you with a lot of strong impressions!	Cost from 7,300 rub.
	Train tours to Karelia It is very convenient to travel by train to Karelia - this most beautiful, unique, but very remote corner of Russia from Moscow. If you want to see the real wonders of the Russian North, then the easiest way is to choose a tour lasting from 2 to 9 days on our website, buy train tickets Moscow-Petrozavodsk - and go! The incredible beauty of lakes and waterfalls, the legendary city of Kizhi, the White Sea Petroglyphs, Solovki and the beauty of the White Nights await you.	Cost from 5,350 rub.
	Tours to the Solovetsky Islands (Solovki) by train No less attractive for real travelers may be one of the northernmost island archipelagos of our country - Solovki. These places witnessed both the great tragedies of the period of the Soviet camps and the great spiritual feats of the Russian people. One of the largest centers of Russian monasticism, the Solovetsky Monastery, still operates here, carefully preserving the memory of the past.	Cost from 5,350 rub.

Save on buying a train ticket

How to save on travel expenses by buying train tickets?

The season of summer holidays, interesting entertainment and travel is approaching, and this means that now you need to take care of purchasing train tickets. The fact is that ticket prices will increase significantly in the warm season.

If you book your tickets one to two months before your trip, you will receive a discount. Of course, the discount is not given on all routes, but on many. For example, you can travel from the capital to Brest, Kaliningrad, Vilnius and Voronezh profitably by purchasing a travel ticket in advance. The discount applies to the purchase of tickets for compartment carriages, as well as for luxury and SV carriages. If you go on a trip on a weekday, travel will be cheaper than on weekends, when there are much more people willing to travel.

If tickets sell poorly, railway employees sometimes offer them for very little money, as long as the carriages are not empty. If you take care of purchasing a ticket in advance, your chances of saving will increase. Sometimes, even on the day the train departs, you can “catch” a profitable option if the demand for tickets is very low. The discount can range from 10 to 35 percent. Most often, a flexible system of discounts is practiced on trains that run from the capital to Belgorod, Anapa, Murmansk and Adler. You can track profitable routes on the official website of the railway.

Please note that the discount does not apply to all places, but only to those that are less convenient. If this is not important for you, then buy a ticket for the top berth in a reserved seat carriage. You may give up comfort, but you will save money. It is advantageous to choose a route when the train leaves the station very early, or when the train arrives at the departure point early. If it is convenient for you to get to the station, then feel free to go on an early trip. The difference in the price of tickets for a train leaving the platform at 4-5 o'clock in the morning and a train leaving, for example, at 8 o'clock, will be 20-15 percent.

For every train trip you will receive bonus points. When purchasing a ticket next time, ask the cashier to write off bonuses. This will make it possible to buy a ticket cheaper. Before you start accumulating points, you need to register on the official Russian Railways website.

Preparing for the trip

What to take with you on the train?

Are you about to take a long train trip and don't know what to pack? This article will help solve this seemingly simple issue.

• Passport, tickets and money top the list of things that you need not to forget and keep with you at all times. For the convenience of storing such things, you can purchase a small bag. The main thing is not to let it out of sight or put it in a safe place.
• Cloth. Comfort is extremely important on the train, so prepare for yourself a set of changeable clothes. It can be too hot in the carriage; sports shorts and a light T-shirt are suitable for any passenger. If the trip takes place during the cold season, then a warm knitted sweater will not be superfluous.

• Food. Some people prefer to eat in the dining car, buy various pastries and cheap drinks. Other passengers prepare several meals in advance before the trip or buy groceries in stores. You shouldn’t have a feast and make a lot of salads, hot dishes and desserts. Think about what food will not spoil during your voyage.

Make sure you have enough water. It is better not to take soda and juices on the road, as drinking them will only make you thirsty. For a snack, fresh fruits and a variety of berries, nuts or light cookies are suitable.

If your carriage is crowded, the conductor may not have enough cutlery. Better take your little one dish set, as well as a mug made of thick plastic, which will not allow it to break while moving.

• Personal care products. In your personal cosmetic bag, put a toothbrush, toothpaste, comb and soap. Grab some face or hand cream. Don't forget to have wet wipes and a small towel, as standard linen on trains is not always of high quality and neat.
• Put everything you need medicines in a separate compact bag. It is worth taking care of your health and the occurrence of unforeseen situations. You may need pills for headaches and stomach pain, patches, allergy medications, sedatives and sleeping pills.
• If you have difficulty falling asleep to extraneous sounds, purchase earplugs and a special sleep mask that will protect you from the light of the night lamps in the carriage. Now a loud company in the next compartment will not create inconvenience.
• Entertainment. To avoid getting bored on the road, buy a book, a magazine with a crossword puzzle, or playing cards. But the best salvation from boredom is having a good interlocutor.

Get ready for your trip in advance, pack your things in accordance with a pre-compiled list.

Have a comfortable trip and good travel companions!