Russia: Golden Horde Tatars & the Middle Volga

The package includes: The package comes without flights and visa but includes, English speaking Russian Muslim guide, all local transportation, breakfast only, 3 or 4 star hotel accommodation. Main entrance fees to sites of interest mentioned below and itineraries can be subject to small modifications depending on the size and composition of the group as well as local circumstances at the time of the trip. Each day there will be a brief for the day, spiritual reminders throughout the day with important historical facts and points by our guide and an evening summary. Overland journeys may be tiring and sometimes uncomfortable due to changes in temperature and humidity, therefore a basic level of fitness is required to fully benefit from this trip. Days will begin relatively early at around 8.30 am but exact times will be provided by our guide. Suitable places for lunch and dinner will be suggested by our guide. Highlights: Red Square, Kremlin, Novodevichy Convent, St Basil’s Cathedral, Cosmonautics Museum, Park Pobyedy, Moscow Central Mosque, Zamoskvorech’ye District, Solidarity Foundation, Qol Sharif Mosque, Volga River, Kazan Theatre, and more. Main locations: Cities and Towns: Moscow, Kazan, Bolgar and Chistopol. Airport: As flights to Russia and return are not included in the package, you are advised to make flights according to the dates advertised. Arrival Destination: Domodyedovo International Airport [Code – DME] Time: Any time in the morning, preferably 11.00 am – 1.00 pm Departure Location: Domodyedovo International Airport [Code – DME] Time: Any time after 2.00 pm Upon arrival in Russia our local operatives will take over all transportation within Russia i.e. to and from the airport and throughout the tour. Hotel: 3 or 4 star hotels in a convenient location will allow you to easily reach the most famous tourist attractions. Participants will normally spend 1-2 nights in various cities and towns. Breakfast is included. Rooms: In the standard package there are 2 beds to a room (twin rooms) or 1 double bed for couples. There may also be the option of 3 beds (triple room) for larger families subject to availability. Other features include: en-suite bathroom with shower and toilet, air-conditioning, wi-fi internet connection (free or paid) and satellite TV.