Vodkatrain

Vodkatrain brings together young travellers from all around the world to travel through some unique and interesting destinations on routes less travelled. You’ll be travelling with the locals along the Trans-Siberian, Mongolian or Silk Road Railways and will enjoy the services of a local Honcho at each stop. Whether you’re on a gap year, taking a career break or just looking for adventure, you’ll have some new friends to share the experiences on the way.

Why should I travel with Vodkatrain?

Vodkatrain is a great combination of independent backpacking and small group travel at affordable do it yourself prices, with some priceless info from their local legends thrown in. Vodkatrain is there to act as your support network, helping you with visa support, paperwork and taking care of your accommodation, transport and transfers so that you can sit back and enjoy the ride. They have a team of friendly local partners in each of the destinations so you’re never entirely alone.

The Bolshevik

Beijing to Moscow

From $234013 Days

If you want an iconic Trans Mongolian journey whilst watching your roubles then The Budgeting Bolshevik is the journey for you. Be prepared to travel in low season (that means less tourists) and in a lower grade of train compartment on the longest journey in order to take advantage of this money-saving adventure. It might be thrifty but that doesn’t mean you have to miss out on the good times!

The Ruski Huski

Moscow to Beijing

From $387519 Days

Think snow, big furry Moscow hats, temperatures well below zero, oh and probably some vodka too! The Ruski Huski is a special winter itinerary that apart from the usual basics also includes some added value winter activities such as dog sledding in Siberia and a Mongolian cookery class.

The Vodkatrain

St Petersburg to Beijing

From $4150 21 Days

This is the classic Trans Mongolian journey. Visit all the best places from Russia’s ‘Venice of the North’ through to electrifying Beijing. You’ll live with the nomads in Mongolia and party in quirky Ulaanbaatar. Enjoy a dip in Lake Baikal after a few nights on the train and absorb fascinating history in Moscow or while strolling along the Great Wall.

Terms and conditions

Pricing valid as of 13/03/18 and subject to change at any time.

Trans-Siberan Railway