Aurora in Russia by Wacanza for 18 - 38 year olds (10 - 16 March 2025)
Day-wise itinerary specially designed by Wacanza for you!
Day 1: Welcome to Russia
Arrive at Moscow airpoer, clear immigrtion and head to your hotel. We will visit sadovod market to shop for cheap winter clothes and snow shoes.
We checkout the famous Russina nighlife in Moscow today.
Overnight at Moscow
Day 2: Moscow Kremlin & City Tour
There’s no such a word that would sufficiently express the magnificence of Moscow. Along with being the official capital, the city is rightly considered the heart of Russia. Magnificent palaces, medieval fortresses and golden domes - the spirit of antiquity here are combined with the newest technologies, modern society and freedom. In a 4-hour city tour, you will cover the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour, Novodevichy Convent/out, Sparrow hills (Moscow’s roof, overlooking the whole central district), Moscow’s State University/out, Victory Park, The highest Stella in Russia, Moscow Kremlin Wall, The State Duma/out, Bolshoi Theatre from outside, Red square, Saint Basil's Cathedral from outside, Spasskaya Tower (Moscow’s BigBen), The Kremlin Old Clock “Kuranty”, Lenin's Mausoleum, Nikolskaya Street, Alexander Garden, The Grave of the Unknown Soldier and The Eternal Flame, Trinity and Kutafya towers of the Kremlin etc.
Kremlin Tour Crowds of people from all over the world come here to see the Kremlin - the Residence of the Great Russian Kings, the very heart of Moscow. The ancient wisdom of Russia tells that if one has not seen Kremlin, he has not been to Moscow at all.
Overnight at Moscow Hotel
Day 3: Flight to Murmansk (Beginning of the Arctic Adventure)
Post breakfast to Moscow Airport from where we will catch our domestic flight to Murmansk. Upon arrival, we will head to our hotel. We will go Aurora hunting in the evening. It is generally a night tour that can last 6/7 hours depending upon Northern Lights sighting, so be prepared for the extreme cold. The vehicle would be heated but to get the pictures you will have to step out. The guide will also have a high-resolution camera to capture the memories.
Overnight at Murmansk
Please note: Starting time for Aurora hunting is dependent on weather and is subject to change and we will try our best to spot the northern lights but it is not guaranteed that you will be able to see the northern lights.
Day 4: Tour of Teriberka
Post breakfast we will visit Teriberka also known as Arctic Ocean Coast.
The first place to visit in Teriberka is the anchorage of abandoned wooden ships. You will have the opportunity to take beautiful photographs against the backdrop of local landscapes. Then drive to the coast of the arctic ocean with a rocky shore. Walk along the sandy beach of Teriberki bay, photo session near the huge swing.
Overnight at Murmansk
Day 5: Aurora Village
Post breakfast we will checkout from Murmansk and head to Arctic Village where we will stay in one of the cabins. (There is an option to upgrade to glass igloo at an additional cost) .
Dome houses (Igloo), which are 30% open sphere (double glass) and are 6 meters in diameter.Inside: 2 beds and 2 extra beds (on the second floor), bathroom (hot, cold water, toilet, sink, shower, towels), central heating, oven, heated floor, table, chairs;
You can rent skis, snowshoes, ride snowmobiles as optional activites here.
There is a super cute husky which calls it his home, so cuddles are absolutely free.
(Meals should be ordered no later than 2-3 days before arrival - beacuse of the remoteness of the place we have to place orders atleast three days before arrival)
Contact us for the menu (Shared with confirmed trip members)
Day 6: Moscow free day
Post breakfast get dropped at the airport for your return flight to Moscow city, over here you will be taken to your hotel. Upom arrival checkin at hotel. Enjoy the relatively warmer weather.
We will head to explore the clubbing scene of Moscow which is one of the very best throughout the world.
Overnight at Moscow
Day7: Goodbyes & Airport Drop
Post breakfast we will checkout and head back to the airport for our flights back to India.
NOTE: Normal Check-in and Check-out time is 03:00 PM and 12:00 noon respectively in hotels. Early check-in / Late Checkout is available at an extra cost.
NOTE: Airport transfer is at fixed time (depending on the majority of arrival and departure time of the group) - Any early or late transfer will be charged extra.
Northern Lights in Russia
- Sightseeing as per itinerary
- Accommodation on double sharing basis in 3-star hotels / Backpacker hostels
- Moscow City Tour
- Moscow Kremlin Tour
- Chasing Northern Lights
- Visit Tereberka
- Wacanza Tour Buddy
- Visa Assistance
- English Speaking Guide
- Airport transfers as per Itinerary
- All entry tickets as per itinerary
- Meals as menttioned below under "Meals Included" segment
