Carpathian Mountains Ukraine

Occupying the far southwestern corner of the country, the Carpathian Mountains are the “Green Pearl” of Ukraine. The region’s forested mountainsides and winding rivers offer a playground for nature lovers and adrenaline junkies alike. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy trekking, rafting and hiking in the summer, skiing and snowboarding in the winter. And for those...

Cruise Russia and Ukraine

One of the best ways to see the splendor of the Russian and Ukrainian countryside is to cruise Russia or Ukraine by river or by sea. (Click on any map below to open a larger interactive map).   1. Russian Waterways Cruise: Moscow – St. Petersburg Cruise Russia for 10 days/10 nights from St. Petersburg to Moscow or in the opposite direction – Moscow...

Ecotourism

Some of the most remote, untouched ecosystems in the world can be found in Russia and nations of the former Soviet Union. And you don’t even have to travel to far-off nature reserves in the Taiga, Eurasian Steppes, or Russian Far East to get away and enjoy peace and solitude. Sparsely inhabited, eco friendly retreats lie right in Europe’s backyard – in...

Events & Festivals

Discover local culture by attending events and festivals throughout Eastern Europe, Central Asia and the Caucasus. Shop for traditional Ukrainian handicrafts at the “Sorochinsky Fair”, marvel in the performing arts at St. Petersburg’s “White Nights Festival”, enjoy Moldovan wines and liquors at Chisinau’s “Wine Day”, revel in food, wine, folk song and...

Fine Arts & Architecture

Enthusiasts of fine arts and architecture have a plethora of options when planning a trip to nations of the former Soviet Union. World famous galleries and UNESCO World Heritage Sites are littered throughout Eastern Europe, Central Asia and the Caucasus – offering a wide variety of exhibits and sites to visit. Eastern Europe is predominately a mix of Russian...