Golden Triangle: Volgograd, Kalmykia and Astrakhan
Type:group or private
Season:May - September
Duration:7 days
Grade:Easy This tour fits any age and fitness level
Destinations:Volgograd
Lake Elton
Elista
National Reserve "Black Lands"
Astrakhan
The Volga River Delta
Rate:from
$1,300 USD
per person
Hero city Volgograd through exotic Kalmykia to the Volga Delta & & sunny Astrakhan. The largest river delta in Europe, endless feathered steppes and dunes, the extraordinary colorful Elista with the largest Buddhist church in Europe, the relict salt lake, thousands of birds, wild saigas. 7 amazing days of varied experiences, the purest air and smells of sun-heated steppe grasses. Discover the South, Russia you have not seen before.
Dates & rates
Dates & rates
Inclusions
Accommodation
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Hand-picked local boutique hotels (3*-4*-5*)
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1 night in Volgograd
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1 night at Lake Elton hotel
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2 nights in Elista
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2 nights in Astrakhan
Sightseeing
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Lake Elton day tour
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Stalingrad highlight tour visiting Mamaev Kurgan
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Elista full day city tour (Seven Days Pagoda, the Golden Abode of Buddha Shakyamuni, Lonely Poplar)
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Shepherd's camp visit
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Tour to Mekletinskiye lakes and sand dunes
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Tour to Black Lands Biosphere Reserve
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Tour to Astrakhan Nature Reserve
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Astrakhan city tour
Meals
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Daily breakfast (except Day 1)
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Kalmyk tea tasting
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Lunch in a yurt camp
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Kumis tasting
Activities
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Volga River cruise
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Camel ride
Entrance tickets
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Entrance tickets to all listed attractions (except optional)
Transportation
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Transportation as per program in a comfortable van/minivan/coach
We value your comfort
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English-speaking tour guide throughout the tour
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24/7 support before and during your trip with us
CHECK OUT WHAT OTHERS SAY ABOUT TRAVELLING WITH US
Ross Cable, Australia:
Discovery Russia Tours - a bespoke experience
Discovery Russia Tours interacted with us throughout the entire process to provide a tailored experience in line with our unique interests. Expert guides were provided where required and the precise itinerary and budget was delivered as we wished. The staff were professional, knowledgable and hugely helpful, smoothing what might be regarded as a daunting experience into an enjoyable and stress-free lifetime event. I would recommend these Russia travel experts to any person interested in travelling to Russia, particularly to out of the way locations or for niche interests such as war history.
I have travelled 3 times in the past 3 years with Discovery Russia. They have been able to offer awesome assistance, not only for the 'usual' tourist sites but in accommodating requests to visit somewhat unusual destinations with special requirements. For example, 4WD vehicles for the battlefield at Kursk. Their care and attention really makes travel in Russia straightforward and undaunting, particularly with airport transfers, assistance with SIM cards and language challenges. We will definitely be using Discovery Russia in future.