10 Private Tours in Moscow Oblast That You Shouldn't Miss

The ultimate off-the-beaten-track adventure, this small-group tour combines two out-of-the-box thrills. First, don a headlamp and go urban spelunking through an underground network of tunnels. Then, hop in a vintage-style military van for an off-road ride across the countryside, where you’ll even power across a river. A two-for-one adventure tour with underground cave exploration and off-road ride Explore Moscow’s largest artificial cave network, a remote and mysterious limestone quarry All equipment is included, including helmets and headlamps — plus private car transfers. Enjoy a campfire and picnic with freshly grilled meat and tasty Russian beer, plus snacks. During the tour, we will drive unique Soviet military van! Initially, it was designed in 1950s as a support vehicle for military forces. Now it‘s still being produced, just as it was sixty years ago… And it looks almost like it did in 1965! This experience is unusual even for Russians.

Inclusions: Lunch, Snacks, All activities, Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points, Use of helmet, Private tour, Round-trip private transfer, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option not selected)

- Enjoy hotel pick-up and transfer by comfortable car or minivan to Sergiev Podad - Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site Trinity Lavra of St. Sergius - Try monastery kvass and ginger bread You will start the morning with your journey to Sergiev Posad, located approximately 40 miles (70 kilometers) from Moscow. You will enjoy the beauty of the Russian countryside on the way there and stop to visit the Russian village, Rudonezh, a quiet and peaceful place, where Saint Sergius was born. You will see the beautiful Saint Spring and the Church of Sergey Radonezh. After, you will continue your tour to Sergiev Posad and spend some time in Trinity Lavra, visiting some of Russia’s most beautiful cathedrals, the Assumption Cathedral and the Trinity Cathedral. Enjoy exploring the fascinating monastery inside and marvel at the shining golden domes. Then, you will have the opportunity to visit the local Matreshka market and have a break in a nice Russian restaurant before returning to Moscow.

Inclusions: Transportation in a comfortable car, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Entrance to Trinity Lavra, Guided tour

Exclusions: Lunch

The famous tank museum in Kubinka has become part of a huge ‘military-patriotic’ park called ‘Patriot’. Technically the museum hasn’t moved (yet) but most of the German tanks and heavy Soviet vehicles have been relocated to the Patriot. And the thing is that the two sites are situated about 10km from each other. To see the whole collection of the armoured vehicles you’ll have to visit both of them and buy two separate tickets (R400 and R350 respectively, not included). A private day tour to Kubinka Tank Museum and the Patriot Park will let you visit both sites avoiding the hassle of getting there and around. I am neither a licensed guide nor a tank enthusiast but like most men I love military hardware and will gladly translate all the information you might need. Explore everything at your own pace without rush, the schedule is totally flexible! My vehicle is a Subaru Outback suitable for up to 4 persons. UPD: As of May 2020, Kubinka (old museum) is closed, Patriot is open.

Inclusions: Bottled water, snacks, coffee/tea and welcome beer are available on board and included in the cost.

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Dear Traveller! I warmly invite to the most outstanding world Military exhibition. You will see the weapon of the the world`s leading military countries. There will be three long intersting stops with differren exposions. Tanks, armored vehicle, planes, helicopters, missiles, partisan camp, cars - you name it! Of cours the biggest collection is the USSR and Russian Federation but we have a lot of exponates from the US, Germany, Jupan, France etc. This tour is perfect way to spend a day out of Moscow rush and discover the history of engeneering achevments in modern warfare. Welcom to Moscow Tank Museum All Day Private Tour!

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, All parking fees, Private transportation, Petrol, Toll road, English speaking guidence

Exclusions: Museum tickets

You have finally got to the Winter Paradise with plenty of snow in Moscow and want to go skiing or just have some great country-side experience? Then this tour is a great choice for you. You will be able to see the ancient town of Dmitrov (appr. 65 km from Moscow) with its beautiful Kremlin and churches and then head to the best Ski resort in close proximity to Moscow. Apart from skiing you can do toboggan (sledge) activities that are especially great for children or just have a nice winter walk in the forest next to the best ski slopes in Moscow area, enjoying great views and taking winter drinks at a local bar. Lovely experience!

Inclusions: Private transportation, Bottled water, Private driver (speaks basic English, not a tour guide), Detailed route scheme with information package on all sites (in paper or electronic format), All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Ski / snowboarding equipment rental (from 25 USD per person), Lunch, Services of ski instructors , Museum entry fees in Dmitrov (if wanted), Ski-passes (from 2 USD per each lift)

Apart from standart programm ( Holy Trinity monastery) I will show two more interesting places, which are not included in programms of other companies. There are holy springs of Sergy Radonezhsky (15km from Sergiev-posad) and underground catacombs of monks from Chernigovskiy monastery (3 km from Sergiev-osad).

Inclusions: Private transportation, Parking Fees

Exclusions: Lunch, please take an umbrella in case of rain

Head to Sergiev Posad, one of Russia’s famous Golden Ring towns, on a private day trip from Moscow! With a private guide at your side, explore the UNESCO-listed Trinity Lavra Monastery of St Sergius – one of the country’s A-list attractions. Often said to be Russia’s answer to the Vatican, the working monastery is more akin to a town in its own right with cathedrals, churches and lavish artwork by the medieval painter Andrei Rubylov. See the best of it with your private guide and hear all the history, too.

Inclusions: Transport by private vehicle, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Professional guide

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified

Experience real Russian spirit of one of Russia's most popular places with your private local guide. Explore one of Golden-Ring cities on this 8-hour Sergiev Posad tour from Moscow. Visit the churches and cathedrals as well as tour the Trinity Lavra of St. Sergius. Enjoy multiple museums and try a glass of kvas (Russian bread brew) and some flavorful bread from a local pastry shop (food not included in tour). Slow down to take in the views of cathedrals and peek behind the scenes on this history and culture tour. Your friendly local guide will help you navigate the bustling places and provide all the most fun facts and stories about Sergiev Posad, Russia, Russian people and mentality, culture and traditions. Check out Matryoshka Museum and Museum of Toys which are as fun as they sounds (optional). Finish the tour with a perfect photo-op at the lake, flip a coin and make a wish.

Inclusions: All taxes, Private tour, Friendly local guide, Multiple Start times available, Customized itinerary, Flexibility during the tour, Iconic places for photo shoots, Meeting in the hotel, Expert local advice on where to go and what to do after the tour, Train tickets to Sergiev Posad and back to Moscow, Entrance fee to the cathedrals in Sergiev Posad

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Entrance fees to Matryoshka Museum or Museum of Toys (if you wish to visit them)

Visit the Kubinka Tank Museum on a 4-hour excursion from Moscow, with a knowledgeable private guide! Home to thousands of military tanks that date from the Second World War to the current day, the incredible museum is arranged into different pavilions that each display original battlefield tanks, replica models and other intriguing military memorabilia. Once inside the museum, the itinerary is flexible and can be tailored to the sights you want to see. • 4-hour private excursion to the Kubinka Tank Museum • Learn about Russia’s military history and the fearsome reputation of the USSR tanks during WWII • Explore the vast museum with a private guide to discover its highlights • See captured Nazi vehicles and a replica of the German’s 188-ton (376,000-lbs) Maus tank • Enjoy a flexible itinerary inside the museum and see the sights that interest you most • Guaranteed skip-the-line entrance

Inclusions: Hotel pick up and drop off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Local guide, Guaranteed skip-the-line entrance

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

Situated on an air field, the vast site is home to more than 170 different types of aircraft, as well as Cold War-era artefacts like spy equipment, uniforms and weapons. Pose for photos next to the most impressive planes, and then spend time at leisure in the museum before returning to Moscow.

Inclusions: Transport by private vehicle, Professional guide, Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks