10 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)

On this 8-hour, multi-facted excursion to Moscow’s Golden Ring, we invite you to discover Russian culture at its best! Surprise your senses during a visit to the most renowned Russian orthodox monastery, while enjoying a traditional and complete banya session next to a lake, and tasting some of the local specialties in a 3-course dinner.

Inclusions: Transport in our Soviet van, Guide in English, French, Italian, German, Spanish or Russian, 1-hour visit of the Trinity Lavra of Saint Sergius monastery, 3-hour banya session, by the lake, Russian skin scrub treatment experience with dried birch branches, 3-course diner including non alcoholic drinks, All bath goods (towels, flipflops, essential oils...), Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea, Beers onboard the van

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks are not included but can be purchased on location at a regular price

- 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

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

Do you want to see the true Russia? We would love you to take to this wonderful journey amplified by history and architecture. We would love to take you closer to the ancient Russia in new and surprising way. Your first stop is Bronnitcy town (60 km from Moscow). Existence of Bronnitsy is attested since 1453. The village emerged as a stopover station on the highway between Moscow and Ryazan. After enjoying stroll along streets of this gem-town we drive another 50 km to reach Kolomna. Kolomna, standing on three rivers (Oka, Moscow, Kolomenka), was a favorite city of Dmitry Donskoy, Ivan the Terrible's residence, place of confinement of Marina Mnishek. The historical part of Kolomna is like an open air museum. There are numerous of fascinating legends about the Kremlin towers and churches. Most of the merchant tenements in Kolomna preserved intact till XX century. After excursion to the Kremlin and around the town you will have some free time.

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

Exclusions: Gratuities, Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Food and drinks

Explore Russia’s Golden Ring on a 4-day tour of the region from Moscow! Visiting seven of the old fortified Golden Ring towns, this exciting experience combines sightseeing tours with plenty of free time. See onion-domed cathedrals, whitewashed city walls and pretty wooden architecture, as well as UNESCO-listed sites like Trinity Lavra Monastery of St Sergius in Sergiev Posad. Enjoy overnight accommodation in Vladimir, Kostroma and Rostov-Veliky, and embrace the time-honored allure of the Golden Ring.

Inclusions: Transport by coach, 3 nights of hotel accommodation, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Professional guide, City tours in Vladimir, Suzdal, Kostroma, Yaroslavl, Rostov-Veliky, Pereyaslavl-Zalessky and Sergiev Posad

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks