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Transsiberian Railway Tour Guide

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Transsiberian Railway Tours

This article is aimed to provide all the necessary information to organize your tour with the mythical Trans-Siberian and is based on my personal experience as a traveler and resident in Beijing. In this article you will find (you can click below to read directly the section that you are interested):

Transsiberian Tour – Index

  1. How much a Transsiberian trip costs
  2. The most popular routes
  3. When to take a tour to travel the Transsiberian Railway (and when not to)
  4. What type of agency you should choose for the Transsiberian trip
  5. What you need to prepare before your trip
  6. Get a free quotation for your Transsiberian Trip

If you have already decided that you want to travel on the mythical Transsiberian Railway but aren’t sure which travel agency to choose, we can put you in contact with a trustworthy agency. Click here to get budget for your Transsiberian Tour.

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How and Where to Buy Trans-Siberian Train Tickets

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buying transsiberian tickets

This article is a detailed guide of the multiple possibilities that exist for purchasing train tickets for the Trans-Siberian, Trans-Mongolian and/or the Trans-Manchurian railways.

If you’re looking for detailed information on traveling along the Trans-Siberian railway, you can check out our guide here.

Before getting started

One of the common mistakes made by people starting to plan a trip on the Trans-Siberian Railway is thinking that it has a single ticket similar to that of the Eurail system. The Trans-Siberian is more than just a train: it’s a railway network that connects Moscow with Vladivostok or Beijing. Because of this, to buy tickets, you first have to know the dates that you want to travel and the stops that you’re going to make, as each route must be purchased separately.

Buying tickets online or directly at the station

While a few years ago, buying tickets at train stations was a possibility that allowed you to organize your trip on the go, this has become increasingly difficult, especially in China
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The Best Hotels in Moscow, The Starting Point of the Transsiberian

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Moscow is famous for being one of the most expensive cities in the world and accommodation isn’t an exception. However, being expensive is not always synonymous of good quality. Here you’ll find the reviews of some of the best hotels in the city, both in the center and near the airport. You only have to choose from this shortlist according to your budget!

Reviews of Luxury Hotels (5 Star) in Moscow

Radisson Royal Hotel


Radisson Royal Hotel is located in the Western Suburbs within easy access of this lively city’s attractions. It is equally popular with businessmen and tourists who can enjoy Wi-Fi throughout and a 24 hour desk to help with tours and transfers. There is a business center and meeting facilities with plenty of opportunity to relax after a busy day. There is a fitness center, sauna and steam room, garden and indoor pool as just a few of the alternatives. There is a bar and restaurant within the Hotel. Disabled guests are well catered for while the hotel also boasts a library, luggage storage and car hire.

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