Luxury Travel Guide: Russia

Accommodation

$120-350 per night

Upscale hotels, luxury resorts, boutique properties, or premium business hotels with full amenities

Food & Dining

$50-150 per day

Fine dining restaurants, hotel dining, premium international cuisine, and exclusive culinary experiences

Transportation

$30-100 per day

Private transfers, premium taxis, car rentals with driver, first-class train tickets, and domestic flights

Activities

$80-250 per day

Private guided tours, exclusive experiences, premium cultural events, spa treatments, and luxury excursions

Use public transportation instead of taxis - typically saves 60-80% on transport costs

Eat at local cafeterias and markets rather than tourist restaurants - usually 50-70% cheaper

Book accommodation outside city centers - generally 30-50% less expensive with good transport links

Take advantage of free museum days and walking tours - can save $15-40 per day on activities

Shop at local grocery stores for breakfast and snacks - reduces daily food costs by 40-60%

Use overnight trains for longer distances - combines transport and accommodation costs

Visit during shoulder seasons for accommodation discounts of 25-45%

Relying solely on taxis and ride-shares instead of learning the public transport system - typically costs 3-5x more

Eating only in tourist areas near major attractions - usually involves 100-200% markup over local prices

Booking accommodation at the last minute during peak season - often results in 50-100% higher rates

Not researching free activities and museum discount days - missing potential savings of $20-50 per day