Russia - Planning (Chapter)

This chapter contains the Welcome to Russia, 19 Top Experiences, Need to Know, First-Time Russia, Getting Your Visa, What's New, If You Like, Month by Month, Itineraries, Russian Adventures, Great Train Journeys and Regions at a Glance chapters from Lonely Planet's Russia guidebook.

Your journey to Russia starts here. You'll find the tools to plan your adventure: where to go and when, how much to budget, plus in-depth info on getting a visa and travelling Russia's trains, including the Trans-Siberian.

• tailor-made itineraries, arranged by region, themes and events
• list of highlights and best experiences
• detailed information on how to be active in Russia
• user-friendly country overview ensures you won't miss a thing

Coverage includes: Welcome to Russia, 19 Top Experiences, Need to Know, First-Time Russia, Getting Your Visa, Visa Agencies, Cost, Main Visa Types, Invitation, Application, Registration, Types of Visas, What's New, If You Like: Epic Journeys, Majestic Landscapes, Arts & Crafts, Imperial Grandeur, Soviet Relics, Literary Titans, Religious Buildings or Quirky Places & Experiences, Month by Month, Itineraries, Russian Adventures, Top Five Adventures, Inspiring Adventure Tales, Outdoor Adventures, Boating, Canoeing & Rafting, Cycling, Diving, Fishing, Flying & Skydiving, Hiking, Mountaineering & Rock Climbing, Horse Riding, Skiing & Winter Sports, Great Train Journeys, Useful Websites, Top Trips, Russian Railways, Classes, Costs, Moscow to Vladivostok, Moscow to Ulannbaatar & Beijing, On the Journey, Luggage, Etiquette and Regions at a Glance.