Things to do in Sochi, Southern District: The Best Bus Tours

January 9, 2022 Elouise Mccaul

The biggest resort town on what's called the "Russian Riviera," Sochi is preparing to step onto the world stage as the host of the 2014 Winter Olympics. Somewhat ironically, Sochi is really quite temperate for most of the year, with its Black Sea waters warm and swimmable well into October. The Arboretum and Riviera Park are among the city’s most popular destinations. Serving as a beautiful backdrop for Sochi are the Caucasus Mountains, home to the nearby snow skiing resort of Krasnaya Polyana.
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1. Unique Private Journey to a Tea Plantation from Sochi

U Visit Russia
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This is a tour to famous Dagomys Tea Plantation, where travellers will have a chance to walk through the tea plantation founded in the Soviet period as a ChaySovKhoz (Chaynoe Sovetskoe Khozyaystvo) – Soviet Agricultural Unit. The tea plantation is located 17 km from the Sochi city centre. You will learn about the technology of growing and processing of tea by the local agronomist and will get to participate in a Krasnodar tea tasting with cakes, honey, jam and souvenirs. After a tour to the Tea Plantation, take a ride around Sochi's central sights to learn more about the city and listen to your guide's fascinating stories. • Guaranteed skip-the-line entrance

Inclusions: Professional English-speaking guide assistance. Other languages upon request, Driver’s services as per the program (Comfortable car/minivan with A/C), Uch-Dere tea plantation entrance fee, Tea ceremony, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Guaranteed skip-the-line entrance

Exclusions: Food / Drinks (except mentioned), Personal expenses, Gratuities

Reviewed By john m

We booked for the Swan Lake ballet on 25 December 2019, with travel date on 24 May 2020, through U Visit Russia. . Due to the Covit19 pandemic we were unable to visit Russia nor attend the ballet. Two tickets were purchased for US$465.50. U Visit Russia was advised of not being able to attend and agreed to pay a full refund but there would be a delay due to the number of cancellations. After some time no refund was forthcoming and U Visit Russia was again contacted by email and we were advised that due to the volume of cancellations the refund would be credited to our credit card within 9 weeks. Nothing and again they were contacted by email but no response was ever received. No refund was ever received. Nothing!! The lesson is to beware of ever dealing with this company.

2. Agura Canyon and Waterfalls Private Trekking Tour from Sochi

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Participants will be taken by private transport to the Eagle Rock and then they will have a walking tour that involves a 6 to 7 km trek along the river gorge Agursky. Participants will get to visit the waterfalls and the Eagle Rock with a few caves around, while learning Greek myths and legends about Caucausus along the way. As a legend says, Eagle Rock is the place where Prometheus (Classical Greek God of Fire) was enchained. • Guaranteed skip-the-line entrance

Inclusions: Professional English-speaking guide assistance. Other languages upon request, Roundtrip transportation to and from your hotel (Comfortable car/minivan with A/C), Private Trekking tour, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Guaranteed skip-the-line entrance

Exclusions: Food / Drinks, Any entrance fees, Gratuities

Reviewed By john m

We booked for the Swan Lake ballet on 25 December 2019, with travel date on 24 May 2020, through U Visit Russia. . Due to the Covit19 pandemic we were unable to visit Russia nor attend the ballet. Two tickets were purchased for US$465.50. U Visit Russia was advised of not being able to attend and agreed to pay a full refund but there would be a delay due to the number of cancellations. After some time no refund was forthcoming and U Visit Russia was again contacted by email and we were advised that due to the volume of cancellations the refund would be credited to our credit card within 9 weeks. Nothing and again they were contacted by email but no response was ever received. No refund was ever received. Nothing!! The lesson is to beware of ever dealing with this company.

3. Discover Olympic Sochi and Enjoy Scenic Mountainous Views on Private Tour

U Visit Russia

Take a guided tour of Sochi and see why it is one of the most visited resorts in Russia. Learn the history and some interesting facts about the Olympics whilst taking in the breathtaking mountainous views. Today the entire world hails the city of Sochi as the capital of the XXII Winter Olympics and XI Paralympic Games in 2014. While vacationing in Sochi, do not miss the opportunity to learn more about the city as the capital of the Olympics - we are glad to offer you the most relevant tour of modern Sochi. The territory of the Olympics is divided geographically into two parts: the Coastal (Olympic Park) and the Mountain (Krasnaya Polyana) clusters. The Sochi Olympics is regarded as the most geographically circumscribed in the history of the Winter Olympic Games and as a symbol of contemporary Russia. All sports venues both near the sea and in the mountains were built from scratch in 6 years period and made Sochi all year round resort.

Inclusions: Professional English-speaking guide assistance. Other languages upon request, Hotel pick up and drop-off, Driver’s services as per the program (Comfortable car/minivan with A/C)

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Personal expenses, Gratuities, Any entrance fees, Cable car tickets to Rosa Plateau observation deck (around 20 USD per person)

Reviewed By john m

We booked for the Swan Lake ballet on 25 December 2019, with travel date on 24 May 2020, through U Visit Russia. . Due to the Covit19 pandemic we were unable to visit Russia nor attend the ballet. Two tickets were purchased for US$465.50. U Visit Russia was advised of not being able to attend and agreed to pay a full refund but there would be a delay due to the number of cancellations. After some time no refund was forthcoming and U Visit Russia was again contacted by email and we were advised that due to the volume of cancellations the refund would be credited to our credit card within 9 weeks. Nothing and again they were contacted by email but no response was ever received. No refund was ever received. Nothing!! The lesson is to beware of ever dealing with this company.

4. Sochi City Tour

Southern Comfort Tours

Sochi city tour takes you to the main attractions of the summer capital of Russia, the Russian Riviera, the host city of Winter Olympics 2014 and FIFA World Cup 2018 and the favourite vacation destination of the Soviet elite. Learn the history of the city and southern Russia customs and traditions from a local guide. Sochi is a true gemstone of the Black Sea coast worth exploring

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water

Exclusions: Stalin`s Dacha entrance fee - 400 Rub/per, Akhun orservatory tower entrance fee - 200 Rub/per

Reviewed By LoveFlorida2015

This tour is a-must and is absolutely worth it. Max did a wonderful job of selecting the most notable sightseeing spots and presenting information about them that was both informative and entertaining. Not to mention the highest level of attention and care that we felt while on tour. Max was very accommodating to our needs and we will definitely be taking other tours that he has to offer.

5. Highlights of Sochi Private Tour: Dacha of J.Stalin and Mount Akhun Views

U Visit Russia

Is Sochi just a resort and Olympic city or has it got a historical value? Tour the main city's highlights and find an answer when going to one of its famous destinations, the Green Grove on the slope of Mount Akhun. The Akhun is the highest point in the city, 663m above the sea level. After the construction of Akhun road thousands of visitors have got the opportunity to admire a fabulous view from the observation tower which is on top of the mount. As for Stalin's villa it has become accessible for the visitors since the 80s and has preserved the atmosphere of the 30s. A cup of tea from an authentic Russian samovar is your award after descending the Akhun tower. While driving to the main destinations you will also be able to get a glimpse of a city and feel one-of-a-kind atmosphere of the city which comes from the beautiful mountain landscapes, numerous rivers, green gardens and parks with plenty of evergreen trees and bushes. • Guaranteed skip-the-line entrance

Inclusions: Professional English-speaking guide assistance. Other languages upon request, Hotel pick up and drop-off, Driver’s services as per the program (Comfortable car/minivan with A/C), Entrance ticket to Stalin's Dacha, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Guaranteed skip-the-line entrance

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Personal expenses, Gratuities, Entrance fee to the Observation tower on Akhun Mountain (cost around 5 USD) (weather permitting)

Reviewed By john m

We booked for the Swan Lake ballet on 25 December 2019, with travel date on 24 May 2020, through U Visit Russia. . Due to the Covit19 pandemic we were unable to visit Russia nor attend the ballet. Two tickets were purchased for US$465.50. U Visit Russia was advised of not being able to attend and agreed to pay a full refund but there would be a delay due to the number of cancellations. After some time no refund was forthcoming and U Visit Russia was again contacted by email and we were advised that due to the volume of cancellations the refund would be credited to our credit card within 9 weeks. Nothing and again they were contacted by email but no response was ever received. No refund was ever received. Nothing!! The lesson is to beware of ever dealing with this company.

6. Krasnaya Polyana Tour in Sochi

Krasnaya Polyana, Krasnodar Krai, Russia, 354392 Fun Top Fun Russia

Sochi, a Russian city, summer resort, host of the 2014 Winter Olympics is located on the side of Black sea and the Caucasus Mountains. Do you know that marina of Sochi is the safest and most convenient parking for high-speed yacht vessels on the Black Sea in Russia? How many hotels can be counted in Olympic Park area? How does summer resort became capital of Winter Olympic Games? What is the symbol of this beautiful city? Would you like to have a ride on a Ferris wheel on the top of the mountain? Do you know that Skybridge - one of the longest suspension footbridges in the world? Olympic games helped Sochi to become world known resort with a perfect conditions for skiing, but this region has a long history, which your local charismatic guide you will open for you. You will visit the Biggest in Russia and one of the biggest in the world Trout Farm, Trinity-St George’s monastery, Natural sparkling mineral water source, The highest peak of Rose Peak, Ancient ritual cameras of Cherkessk.

Inclusions: Licensed Tour Guide

Exclusions: Trout farm tickets -4eur; cable-cars-23 eur, Skybridge-23 eur, cherksess cameras- 2eur/person, Lunch

7. Discover the Highlights of Sochi and its Best Bird's-eye View on Private Tour

U Visit Russia

During this tour you'll see the main city's highlights. Walking in Grand Marina in Sochi downtown, along the seaside boulevard you'll enjoy a beautiful sea view and its most significant historical sights and its Empire-style architecture. Then visit the beautiful Roman-style Observation tower on the top of the mountain Akhun, 2000ft above the sea level. You'll climb 224 steps and you'll be rewarded with the panorama of the city and the Greater Caucasus Ridge which is just terrific! • Guaranteed skip-the-line entrance

Inclusions: Hotel pick up and drop-off, Professional English-speaking guide assistance. Other languages upon request, Driver’s services as per the program (Comfortable car/minivan with A/C), All taxes, fees and handling charges, Guaranteed skip-the-line entrance

Exclusions: Entrance fee to the Observation tower on Akhun Mountain (cost around 5 USD) (weather permitting), Food / Drinks, Personal expenses, Gratuities (optional)

Reviewed By john m

We booked for the Swan Lake ballet on 25 December 2019, with travel date on 24 May 2020, through U Visit Russia. . Due to the Covit19 pandemic we were unable to visit Russia nor attend the ballet. Two tickets were purchased for US$465.50. U Visit Russia was advised of not being able to attend and agreed to pay a full refund but there would be a delay due to the number of cancellations. After some time no refund was forthcoming and U Visit Russia was again contacted by email and we were advised that due to the volume of cancellations the refund would be credited to our credit card within 9 weeks. Nothing and again they were contacted by email but no response was ever received. No refund was ever received. Nothing!! The lesson is to beware of ever dealing with this company.

8. Discover the secrets of Sochi on the shore Excursion Private Tour

U Visit Russia

During this amazing full day tour you will see all the most popular sights and experience the best parts of the city with a local guide. (The yew-box tree Grove, dolmens, Krasnaya Polyana, waterfalls, national cuisine) This tour is great for people who are visiting for the first time. We'll see all of the things you would see on an ordinary tour - they're certainly worthwhile. Take a city sightseeing tour to learn lots of interesting and remarkable facts about the history of this resort city. Visit Sochi seaport, Park Riviera, Church of St. Vladimir and many other famous sights. Enjoy a walk along the seaside and visit the Sochi resort area to see its main attractions. • Visit beautiful Sochi seaport, an example of Soviet architecture • Walk along the embankment, visiting gift shops and local restaurants • Take a guided excursion to Stalin's famous dacha • See the observation point at Akhun tower • Guaranteed skip-the-line entrance

Inclusions: Transfers, Services of a professional english-speaking guide (other languages upon request), Entrance fees and tickets to the attractions, Russian visa support (Russian visa invitation letter) is included., Guaranteed skip-the-line entrance

Exclusions: Lunch, Tips, Personal expenses

Reviewed By john m

We booked for the Swan Lake ballet on 25 December 2019, with travel date on 24 May 2020, through U Visit Russia. . Due to the Covit19 pandemic we were unable to visit Russia nor attend the ballet. Two tickets were purchased for US$465.50. U Visit Russia was advised of not being able to attend and agreed to pay a full refund but there would be a delay due to the number of cancellations. After some time no refund was forthcoming and U Visit Russia was again contacted by email and we were advised that due to the volume of cancellations the refund would be credited to our credit card within 9 weeks. Nothing and again they were contacted by email but no response was ever received. No refund was ever received. Nothing!! The lesson is to beware of ever dealing with this company.

9. Nightlife in Sochi - Private tour. Meet a Sunset at the Akhun Mountain

U Visit Russia

After you've spent all day exploring Sochi you can't miss your chance to experience Sochi's night life. A wonderful sunset at the observation tower at the Akhun Mountain will take your breath away! Admire a picturesque view of the whole city of Big Sochi, the Black Sea, the Main Ridge of the Caucasus, Krasnaya Polyana and the Olympic Park! Give a glance at the Olympic Capital of Russia from the Mountain and then find yourself at the heart of night events at the seaside. Meeting with the guide - Transfer to the center of Sochi - Walking around the center of Sochi - Shopping is possible - Transfer to the Akhun Mountain - Admiring sunset from the Akhun observation tower (if the weather is fine) - Transfer to the Olympic park - Walking around the Olympic Park and the Olympic beach - Guaranteed skip-the-line entrance

Inclusions: Transfer to the center of Sochi, Transfer to the Akhun Mountain, Transfer to the Olympic park, Guaranteed skip-the-line entrance

Exclusions: Personal expenses

Reviewed By john m

We booked for the Swan Lake ballet on 25 December 2019, with travel date on 24 May 2020, through U Visit Russia. . Due to the Covit19 pandemic we were unable to visit Russia nor attend the ballet. Two tickets were purchased for US$465.50. U Visit Russia was advised of not being able to attend and agreed to pay a full refund but there would be a delay due to the number of cancellations. After some time no refund was forthcoming and U Visit Russia was again contacted by email and we were advised that due to the volume of cancellations the refund would be credited to our credit card within 9 weeks. Nothing and again they were contacted by email but no response was ever received. No refund was ever received. Nothing!! The lesson is to beware of ever dealing with this company.

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