Where to go until the borders open? 13 ideas for traveling in Russia

Perhaps this is the year when many Russians will see the beauty of Russian nature for the first time. The dates of the opening of the borders are still unknown, which means that it is worth taking a closer look at intra-Russian destinations. We have collected and diversified several ideas for those who, after long home vacations, crave new impressions.

For a sea tan

Sochi

In summer Sochi is traditionally in the top of the most visited resorts in Russia. But this does not mean that crowds of tourists are waiting for you. Yes, in the case of a budget vacation, the crush on the beach is more likely to happen. But vacation in 2020 – the very case when to invest in a hotel and choose the option pokofmorte still worth it.

Do not hurry to be upset if you have not managed to save up for a vacation. The city authorities promise to expand the city beaches to accommodate the entire flow of tourists. By the way, the sea is warmest in July and August, when the water warms up to +28 degrees.

For those who are still confused by the abundance of tourists, we have picked up a few more slightly less popular destinations.

Crimea

To have a rest in Crimea, you don’t have to fly by plane. With the opening of the Crimean bridge, tourists can now safely go on a trip in their own car, not only from Ukraine, but also from Russia. Just a few days, and from any corner of Russia you can get by land to the peninsula.

Entertainment on the sea coast here is not less. A yacht ride to the open sea, a cruise along the coast, riding jet skis, fishing, diving, parachute flights. What is only worth one evening Yalta embankment with a lot of lights, musicians and establishments that call you with delicious flavors of seafood.

Gelendzhik

A great option for all the “wonderful men” and their girlfriends. There are many beaches in Gelendzhik. Starting from “Primorye” and up to Tonky cape are zones of boarding houses. They are usually for tourists who came to the spa treatment. Entrance for “mere mortals” paid, but at your disposal will be deck chairs, equipped toilet and children’s animation program. Beaches in the area of boarding houses – pebble, the sea is clear and clean, and tourists, as you understand, usually not so much.

Behind the European atmosphere

St. Petersburg

Those who miss European streets, romantic verandas and beautiful architecture should spend a weekend in St. Petersburg. What to do? Walk along the rooftops and see the city from above, have a date on the banks of the Neva River, watch the sunset on the Gulf of Finland and simply walk along the atmospheric streets, looking into every courtyard – they are works of art.

Kaliningrad

This city has always beckoned tourists with its proximity to a seemingly different world. Its architecture has adopted European features and now its contrast is especially attractive. After a stormy summer, it is worth plunging into the measured tranquility and poetic landscapes of the former Koenigsberg.

Yoshkar-Ola

We were also surprised, but the embankment in Yoshkar-Ola looks like a real gingerbread town. In some ways it even reminds us of Amsterdam. Patriarch’s Square is considered one of the most beautiful in Yoshkar-Ola, and there is an impressive architectural complex “12 Apostles” and “Neuschwanstein Castle”, yes, like in Bavaria.

Kazan

“The third capital of Russia” is located right on the border of the eastern and western worlds, which makes this city especially interesting. Several cultures combine here in an amazing way, modernity and archaicism coexist. It is definitely worth visiting Kazan, if only to admire the Kremlin, to walk along Bauman Street, choosing the most delicious offer from establishments, and to run along the embankment along the Kazanka River. By the way, Kazan is included in the top 30 sports cities of the world in the international rating “Ultimate Sports Cities”

For natural beauties

Baikal

Arguments will be superfluous here. The deepest lake in the world is already worthy of attention, and the fact that its surroundings abound with rocks, caves, bays, islands, bays and waterfalls should make you pack your bags in minutes. Here you can breathe crystal clear air, see real seals, and in winter, drink a warming shot straight from the Baikal ice.

Elton

Another lake that attracted our attention is located in the Volgograd region. Its peculiarity is that despite its huge size, in summer the depth of the lake rarely exceeds 7 centimeters. It’s all about salt, of which the water body mainly consists. Landscapes on Elton resemble Mars, it seems that everything around has died out and you are alone in the universe.

Karelia

This is a taiga region where you can find a variety of trees, rocky parks, rivers, waterfalls and volcanoes. The peak time to visit these places is in the summer, but the winter northern nature is no less beautiful. Whenever you go, the most important thing is not to forget your camera.

Altai

Altai is about mountains and plateaus, valleys and steppes, lakes, mountain rivers and national parks. The pure Siberian air seems to prick your nose right from the photos. Bits of beauty are available even if you have no desire to go hiking. But isn’t that what you came to such a faraway land for? Certainly a bathhouse right in the middle of the mountains will serve as a great motivation to climb.

For extreme

Kamchatka

This peninsula is the embodiment of unruly elements with geysers and volcanoes. Those who lack adrenaline can climb Avachinsky, Gorely, Mutnovsky and Koryaksky volcanoes and Kliuchevskaya Sopka, the highest point of the peninsula. Besides, in Kamchatka you can go rafting on the Opala and Bystroy rivers, you can also go fishing there.

Caucasus

Mountain winding terrains of the Caucasus are loved by lovers of hiking, skiing and snowboarding. Unquiet rivers have become favorite places for extreme rafting. Multi-day horseback riding tours help to get closer to nature. There are plenty of options.