Russia Tour Packages

Russia — officially the Russian Federation — is a transcontinental country spanning Eastern Europe and North Asia, and by area the largest country in the world. It is also home to the world's deepest lake. Russia shares borders with Finland, Norway, Poland, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania in the northwest, with Ukraine to the west, and with China, Kazakhstan, North Korea, Azerbaijan and Mongolia in the south. It ranks among the world's largest producers of oil and natural gas and is a top global exporter of metals such as aluminium and steel.

Russian Culture

Russia carries a rich cultural history across literature, classical music, architecture, painting, traditional folk music, cinema, animation and folk dance. Many ethnic groups call Russia home, and that diversity shows in its cuisine, art and everyday life.

Moscow — The Capital

Moscow, the city of domes, is Russia's cultural, political, scientific and economic centre — and is often counted among the most expensive cities in the world. It is renowned for historic buildings, unique architecture and an endless list of breathtaking places, while hosting major chemical, textile, software, food and energy industries. Five airports serve the capital — Sheremetyevo (SVO), Domodedovo (DME), Vnukovo (VKO), Zhukovsky (ZIA) and Ostafyevo (OSF) — with Sheremetyevo the busiest in Russia.

Famous Places in Russia

Russia's list of destinations is enormous. GlobalGateway offers tour packages covering the country's most beautiful regions — these are the highlights worth building into your trip.

St. Petersburg

Saint Petersburg, set on the Neva River, is Russia's second-largest city after Moscow and a major transport hub, with a remarkable cultural and historical heritage. The city hosts more than two hundred museums — many in historic buildings — and dozens of theatres, including the Mariinsky Theatre, home of opera and ballet. Its beauty is so cinematic that roughly 250 Russian and international films have been shot here.

Kazan

Kazan, Russia's sixth most populous city, was an important political and trade centre in the Middle Ages and is famous for its vibrant blend of Russian and Oriental culture. Summers are sunny and warm, winters cold, and the city's stunning architecture rewards travellers who simply wander its streets.

Lake Baikal

Lake Baikal in mountainous Siberia is the world's most ancient freshwater lake, famed for its crystal-clear water. At more than 5,000 feet, it is considered the deepest lake on Earth and is one of Russia's headline natural attractions — a must-visit on any Russia tour.

Sochi

Sochi is Russia's summer beach resort, known for its neoclassical buildings, waterfalls, lakes, museums, underground caves, forests and the cottages of famous figures — a city well worth a stop on any Russia itinerary.

Russia Tour Services

GlobalGateway arranges Russia visit visas for Pakistani travellers at affordable rates, along with complete tour services — flights, hotels and guided itineraries — so you can explore Russia at low cost with full support.