What to do and see in Middle Volga, Volga District: The Best Walking Tours

Explore the most marvelous areas of Kazan, the largest city of Tatarstan and once the capital of the Khanate of Kazan. Your guide will lead you by walk from the Kazan Kremlin to the Old Tatar Quarter, and will entertain with much interesting facts. You will discover the Kremlin, a UNESCO World Heritage Site built on command of Ivan the Terrible after he captured the city of Kazan. This historic site includes at the same time the Annunciation Cathedral, the President of the Republic of Tatarstan’s Official Residence, and the magnificent Kul Sharif Mosque. You will visit the latter, which is a landmark of the city. Then, you will head to the Old Tatar Quarter, the soul of Kazan, and home to fascinating monuments ranging from 18th to 20th century. There, you will walk through Bauman Street, the favorite place both of residents and visitors, and see the oldest mosque in the city. During the tour, your guide will tell you about Tatar mosques as well as about the Tatars’ history.

Inclusions: A 3-hour tour with a guide, Every admission tickets

Exclusions: Hotel pickup & drop-off

You start with a nice walk in the most famous street of Kazan: Bauman street. You’ll discover many symbols of the city, such as the belfry of the Epiphany Cathedral in which Fyodor Shalyapin was baptized, monuments to the Cat of Kazan, and to Catherine II… Your guide will tell all you need to know about these historical places. Then, head to Kremlyovskaya street to learn about life in Kazan through centuries. Nowadays, this business street is a home of many institutions so you’ll admire various architectural styles from different eras, including the Mayor’s office. After, go to the Agriculturalists’ Palace, an opulent building near the Kremlin. Enjoy walking in a large park where you’ll have a stunning view on the Kazanka river and on an upper-class residential compound. Finish your tour of Kazan with the Kremlin Promenade, loved for its romantic atmosphere. You’ll be charmed by the city lights and appreciate the view on Kazan Kremlin, the Kazanka river and on the Millennium bridge.

Inclusions: A 3-hour tour with a private guide

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An exclusive tour for all the romantics of the world! Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most romantic places in the city. What is so special about Embankment of Lake Kaban? You will feel spellbound in a charming atmosphere. What is considered as one of the best places to have a date in the city? Where can you make lovely photos? You will be surprised how many historical love stories are hidden in the streets, buildings, parks of the city. From heartbreaking and tragic, to the hilarious or spicy ones. How many couples visited Love Alley? This tour is especially recommended in the Saint Valentine period!

Inclusions: Local Professional Guide

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An exclusive tour for all the romantics of the world! Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most romantic places in the city. What is so special about Embankment of Lake Kaban? You will feel spellbound in a charming atmosphere. What is considered as one of the best places to have a date in the city? Where can you make lovely photos? You will be surprised how many historical love stories are hidden in the streets, buildings, parks of the city. From heartbreaking and tragic, to the hilarious or spicy ones. How many couples visited Love Alley? This tour is especially recommended in the Saint Valentine period!

Inclusions: Local Professional Guide

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An exclusive tour for all the romantics of the world! Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most romantic places in the city. Where is the beautiful Botanical Garden in the city? You will feel spellbound in a charming atmosphere. What is considered as one of the best places to have a date in the city? Where can you make lovely photos? You will be surprised how many historical love stories are hidden in the streets, buildings, parks of the city. From heartbreaking and tragic, to the hilarious or spicy ones. A romantic walk along the Volga Embankment, all you need for a couple. This tour is especially recommended in the Saint Valentine period!

Inclusions: Local Professional Guide

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Together with the professional guide, you will visit the most charming places in the city. Whose bunker is hidden under the city of Samara? Did you know that Samara has one of the largest square in the world? You will have a chance to explore the city, while hearing fascinating facts and legends. What Soviet beer brand was created in Samara? You will be surprised how many stories are hidden in the streets, buildings and corners of Samara. Your charming guide will tell you what is special and unique about living in this city. Perfect for those who are visiting the city for the first time and want to get the most of it!

Inclusions: Local Professional Guide

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The exclusive tour only in the Christmas period! This special time brings magic in Kazan. Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most beautifully decorated places in Kazan. You will feel spellbound with the charming atmosphere, which you can feel only this time of the year! What is the story of the Christmas tree? Who was the first to decorate it in the world? What magical things can happen during the Christmas period? Have you heard about Christmas spells? You will hear miraculous Christmas legends about Kazan. You will visit the magically looking Christmas tree near the famous Kazan Cathedral. What makes it so popular? What local products must taste at Christmas? Fill your heart with the joy and experience magic of Kazan.

Inclusions: Local Professional Guide

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The exclusive tour only in the Christmas period! This special time brings magic in Samara. Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most beautifully decorated places in Samara. You will feel spellbound with the charming atmosphere, which you can feel only this time of the year! What is the story of the Christmas tree? Who was the first to decorate it in the world? What magical things can happen during the Christmas period? Have you heard about Christmas spells? You will hear miraculous Christmas legends about Samara. You will visit the magnificent Christmas tree of Samara. What makes it so popular? What local products must taste at Christmas? Fill your heart with the joy and experience magic of Samara.

Inclusions: Local Professional Guide

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This 12-day tour offers the chance to cross Russia by train, travelling from Moscow to Irkutsk. On the way, you’ll alight to visit some of the country’s most compelling sights, from St Basil’s Cathedral and the Kremlin in the capital to the wooden architecture and lake views of the Irkutsk area. If you’re looking for a tour that captures the very essence of Russia, then look no further.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Russian visa service

Exclusions: Personal travel insurance, Excursions not mentioned in the itinerary. Can be provided on spot, fees apply

This fourteen day cruise along the Volga, Russia's longest river, and the Don. This is the perfect way to explore a Russia off the beaten track. Leaving Moscow, we'll sail through beautiful landscapes and alight to explore myriad towns and cities, their architectural and historical sights guaranteed to leave a lasting impression.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Russian visa service, Cabin category according to the selected option

Exclusions: Personal travel insurance, Excursions not mentioned in the itinerary.