Where to go to rest in the summer abroad? Beach and excursion tours
Summer is a time of travel and new discoveries. Many Russians in the spring begin to think about where to go on vacation. For those who not only want to relax on the sea, but also to see the world, we have prepared 11 tour options to foreign countries. The main emphasis we tried to make it on excursions and sightseeing.
In our collection you will meet European countries and plunge into the secrets of Asia. Have a nice trip.
Itineraries of summer holidays abroad
2. Unexplored Bulgaria: beaches and attractions
3. In Croatian harmony of nature and cities
5. France's charm in every detail
6. Holidays in South Korea: Seoul is ancient and modern
7. The Virgin Nature of Laos for Those Who Have Seen Everything
10. Exotic Cambodia – beaches, shopping, excursions
11. Alternative medicine and picturesque beaches of China
Medieval Tour to Romania
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In summer, it is better to go to Romania for excursion tours or to explore the sights on your own. This is one of the most fascinating countries for lovers of mysticism, mysteries and castles.
Traditionally, Romania is associated with Bran Castle, which according to legend is considered the castle of Dracula himself. The decoration of the building is preserved in the best traditions of the Romanian nobility of the XV-XVI centuries. You can visit the attraction not only during the day, but also at night, if you have enough courage. Tickets for adults cost 6 euros, children - 1.2 euros. After the tour you can buy souvenirs in the shop near the castle.
From the Clock Tower, you can take beautiful panoramic pictures of the elevated terrain and admire the device, which was last started several centuries ago.
It is worth looking into the city of Brasov with amazing medieval architecture and the narrowest European street.
One of the most beautiful churches in Romania, the Black Church attracts tourists with organ music, stunning architecture, the heaviest bell in the country and the opportunity to make a wish that will come true.
Lovers of castles can arrange a small tour of a variety of Romanian attractions - the aforementioned Bran, Peles, Juniadov, Poenar Fortress. And in the palaces of Bruckental in Sibiu, Baroque Oradea, Dinu Mikhail you can admire the luxurious life of rich Romanians of the XVIII-XIX centuries.
Weather: In June, the air warms to 27 degrees, and to 31 degrees in July and August. The water temperature in June is 21 degrees, 24 in July and 25 in August.
The easiest way to get to Romania is by plane from Moscow to Bucharest. Flights fly once a week, and the cost of tickets is from 7500 rubles one way per adult. There is also a variant of the train, which goes about two days through Ukraine with a transfer in the Moldovan cities of Ungheni or Chisinau, the cost of a one-way ticket starts from 7200 rubles.
If you plan excursions around Romania, then we recommend stopping right away in Brasov, excursions often begin from there, and are much cheaper. From Bucharest to Brasov can be reached by train in 2.5 hours and 5-8 euros for a ticket. You can get there from Nord Gara A.
Where to stay: hotels in Bucharest offer rooms for two from 2400 rubles a day, in Brasov you can stay together for 1600 rubles a day for a room, however, with two separate beds. In the hostels of Bucharest and Brasov, you can accommodate from 1300-1500 per day for a bed.
The approximate cost of the tour per person: a tour for 7 days with flight and accommodation will cost from 23,800 rubles per person, for two, respectively, from 47,200 rubles.
Duration: 7 days.
Preparation, documents, money: to get to Romania you will need a national visa, the cost of registration will be 35 euros. Your passport must be valid for at least three months after leaving Romania. You can apply for a visa at the country's representative office in Moscow, St. Petersburg and Rostov-on-Don. If you have a Cyprus, Bulgaria or Croatian visa, you will not need a national visa.
In addition, the Embassy must provide one photo, questionnaire in English. You will also need a certificate from the place of work and a voucher of the hotel in which you plan to stay. You also need to show your ticket reservation, medical insurance and proof of financial solvency – 50 euros per day per person at least should be in your accounts. Students will need a certificate from the place of study, and minors will need a birth certificate.
Since Romania is considered one of the countries where there are few Russian holidaymakers, do not expect hotel staff to speak Russian, so stock up on basic knowledge of English, or rather bring a Romanian phrasebook. Don’t forget the medicine cabinet with the necessary medications.
It is necessary to stock up on foreign currency in advance. You can take both Romanian lei (the exchange rate for April 2018 is 16 rubles per 1 lei), and dollars and euros. It is almost impossible to exchange rubles for lei in Romania, but lei for dollars or euros can be easily exchanged at a favorable rate.
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Unexplored Bulgaria: beaches and attractions
Bulgaria attracts many tourists from Russia due to its mild climate and lack of language barrier, as many Bulgarians understand our language. If you prefer a holiday on the sea, then Bulgaria is unlikely to surprise you, because tourism here has just begun to develop and there is little tourist service.
In nature, Russian tourists will not find anything surprising either. However, these disadvantages of rest in Bulgaria smoothly flow into advantages, because the prices for summer tours to Bulgaria are not high at all.
We propose to distribute travel time in this country on several types of recreation – beach and sightseeing, because the country has its own rich and interesting history with many attractions.
Speaking about the beaches of Bulgaria, you should understand what company you have, young people prefer the beaches of Golden Sands with many restaurants and nightclubs, families prefer the resort of St. Constantine and St. Helena and the coast near the city of Obzor.
From excursions you can choose a trip to the holy buildings and monasteries of Bulgaria, some of which are located in the picturesque Rila Mountains, in particular the Rila Monastery. To date, it has been preserved in perfect condition and is active. 10 kilometers from the monastery there is a place of spiritual and energy power - the Seven Rila Lakes. Each of them has its own name and glacial origin. Every year in August, the Bulgarian White Brotherhood gathers in these places. You can stay in the place of the Saparaev bath, in which the cost of a room with breakfast will be only 20 euros per day.
Be sure to visit the hot spring of these places - the only active geyser in the Balkans with a temperature of 103 degrees.
Do not forget about the trip to the mystical place - the Devil's Throat Cave with a 60-meter underground waterfall. According to legend, it was in this cave that Orpheus descended to save Eurydice, his path can be repeated by going down 300 steps.
Weather: the air in June is kept at levels of 24-26 degrees, the water warms up to 21 degrees. In July, the air temperature is 28-31 degrees, the water is 24-25 degrees. August air temperature in Bulgaria is also 28-31 degrees, the water is kept at around 25 degrees.
How to get there: Usually tours to Bulgaria include flights to the resort towns of Varna and Burgas or excursions Sofia and Plovdiv. Direct flights fly from many cities of Russia, and the cost of the flight starts from 7500 rubles outside the tour.
Where to stay: It is also cheaper to stay in a hotel as part of the tour, but if you prefer an independent holiday, then it is calculated on a room from 1800 per night for a double room.
The approximate cost of the tour per person: travel companies offer many options for rest in Bulgaria within the framework of tours, the cost starts from 26,000 rubles per person with a flight and accommodation for 7 days.
Duration: 7 days.
Preparation, documents, money: to enter Bulgaria, you will need a tourist visa and a passport. It is not difficult to issue it, you can do it through the agency for 2500 rubles or 1500 rubles yourself. The visa will be ready for a week, from the documents you will need a questionnaire and a 3x4 photo. If there is a Schengen, then entering the country will not be a problem.
In advance, it is better to exchange rubles for Bulgarian levs, the exchange rate of which for April 2018 is equal to 38 rubles for 1 lev.
Do not forget sun protection, summer clothes, towel, swimsuit and headdress. As well as a first aid kit with the necessary medicines.
In Croatian harmony of nature and cities
Croatia surprises with beautiful beaches, near each of which there are many interesting places that enrich the tourist’s knowledge about the country. It is most convenient to go on excursions in a rented car or guide transport. In Croatia, there are many information centers where you can buy a map and find out the route to the desired place.
Stunning your trip to Croatia will make a trip to the picturesque natural parks: Plitvice with lakes and waterfalls, parks Krka, Brioni, Kornati, Paklenica, Rysnyak. Be sure to visit the Plitvice lakes, which the Croats themselves consider a wonder of the world and are proud of the magnificent view. You can visit the only arboretum in the country - Arboretum Trsteno.
Active tourists will enjoy a trip to the caves of Croatia. The most popular are: Baredine (near Poreci), Vranjac (24 km from Split), Barak (near Plitvice lakes). Among the sea caves, the most famous can be called the Blue Grotto near the island of Vis.
In the cities you can get acquainted with Croatian history and architecture, and urban landscapes seem to descend from the pictures of tourist magazines. It is most interesting to visit the cities of Istria – Rovinj with the old church, Porech – the city of medieval fortresses, Opatija with a stunning embankment, Pula with ancient amphitheaters. In the capital Zagreb, you can also find a lot of fascinating buildings.
You can go on a separate tour of the fortresses of Croatia.
Weather: air in June 25-26 degrees, water - 21-22 degrees. Air in July 27-29 degrees, water - 24-25 degrees. In August, the air is 29-30 degrees, the water is 25 degrees.
The easiest way to get from Moscow to Zagreb is by plane in 3 hours and 5 minutes. The cost of tickets starts from 9500 rubles one way per adult passenger.
Where to stay: Staying in a hotel makes sense when you prefer a beach holiday. Excursion tour of the country involves stops in different places depending on the route. The approximate cost of a double room in Zagreb will be 3300 rubles per day. In the resort Rovina room for two will cost at least 4200 rubles.
The approximate cost of the tour per person: travel agencies offer a 7-day beach holiday from 23,000 rubles per person, while an independent trip will cost at least 30,000 rubles per person without taking into account the excursion and gasoline. If you want to rent a car, be prepared for a minimum of 50 euros per day. To rent, you will need a passport, international rights with at least 3 years of experience and a deposit on a bank card.
Duration: 7 days.
Preparation, documents: You will need a Schengen or Croatian visa to enter the country. To obtain it, you need a confirmation of the reservation at the hotel, the required amount of 65 euros per day per person on the account, a passport, for employees a certificate from the place of work, for children a birth certificate, for students a certificate from the university.
In advance, exchange rubles for Croatian kunas (the exchange rate for April 2018 is 10 rubles for 1 kuna), dollars or euros, inside the country, rubles for kunas will not change.
For swimming, take moisture-resistant products from the sun, towels, swimsuits, open shoes, headdress, first aid kit with the necessary medicines.
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The Arab Tale in Morocco
The country of Morocco rightfully deserved a place in our list, there is a well-developed beach holiday, and the excursion program is rich and full of inspection of many historical buildings. In addition, a Russian tourist will find a gastronomic pleasure in the form of acquaintance with the cuisine of Moroccans. Of the advantages, do not forget about visa-free entry for Russian citizens.
A little bit about the sights. Meknes was once the capital of the state, now it is a lively beautiful city with picturesque gates Bab Mansour, luxurious gardens, jugglers and snake charmers. Volubilis, the capital of Mauritania and an outpost of the Roman Empire, dates back to the III century BC. Once the population grew to 20 thousand people - a large figure for ancient times. The ruins of antiquity and the facts about these places will take you several centuries into the past.
Hassan II Mosque is the world’s tallest religious building with a 200-meter height. This is a work of Moroccan architecture with a wealth of materials used inside and outside. The Menara Gardens, created in the XII century, are the most photographed place in the country with beautiful buildings and palm trees around them.
Going to Morocco, you must visit the Erg Shebbi desert, through which you will be sent on camels. Barchans constantly change their shape from the wind, and the terrain during sunset acquires a special charm. Do not forget about the Grottoes of Hercules - a depression in the rock, part of which belongs to Europe, the other - to Africa. According to legend, Hercules rested here as a donkey.
And this is only a small part of all the attractions of the country.
Weather: air in June warms up to 27-34 degrees, water - up to 21 degrees. In July, the air temperature is an average of 32-37 degrees, the water warms up to 22 degrees. August air warms up to an average of 35 degrees, water - up to 22 degrees.
How to get there: most often tours to Morocco are offered in Agadir, Marrakesh or Casablanca. You can fly from Moscow and some other cities of Russia. It is best to buy a tour at once, because an independent trip will cost 30,000 rubles per person only in one direction.
Where to stay: hotels offer accommodation from 2900 rubles per room in the resort area.
The approximate cost of the tour per person: with flight and accommodation travel agencies offer vouchers from 44 000 rubles per person for 7 days of rest.
Duration: 7 days.
Preparation, documents: for a Russian citizen, a visa for 90 days of stay is not required. You will only need a passport or birth certificate (for minors). Be sure to take a first aid kit, light things, headgear, sunscreen and glasses. Swimming towel, swimsuit.
In advance, exchange rubles for Moroccan dihrams (the exchange rate for April 2018 is 6.7 rubles for 1 dihram).
France's charm in every detail
One of the most charming countries in the world falls in love with tourists at first sight. Melodic language, beautiful architecture, fragrant pastries, special charm and European service do not leave indifferent vacationers. We suggest considering France, both from the perspective of a beach holiday, and stroll through the main noteworthy places and shop.
The country has a large territory, so if you go here for only a week, it is best to decide on a specific place.
France is primarily associated with Paris, where you can see the famous Louvre with the “Mona Lisa” inside, the Eiffel Tower, the Champs Elysees, visit Disneyland, look at Notre Dame de Paris, the Basilica of Sacre Coeur, the Arc de Triomphe, the Grand Opera, the Palace of Versailles. We think these sights need no introduction. But to tell about less popular places in the country is worth it, because the variety amazes even the most demanding traveler.
Extremes will undoubtedly like the small village of Padirak with the visiting card Abyss (103 meters deep). Tickets to the Abyss will cost 10 euros per person, it is better to dress warmer at the entrance, it is very cold at the bottom. The guide will accompany you on a boat tour and on foot, the journey will be about 2 km. All without exception, tourists are delighted with such an excursion, because it is a few hours inside a picturesque dungeon.
Of other interesting places to visit, you can distinguish the Fontainebleau forest with moorland, 25,000 hectares of trees. This is where one of the events of the novel by Maurice Druon takes place. The historic center of Lyon is notable for the Cathedral of Saint-Jean, the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière, the metal tower of Fourvière and the Hotel Dieu (the place where François Rabelais wrote his brilliant novel Gargantua and Pantagruel).
Wine lovers will like the Bordeaux area with ensembles of squares and unique recipes of world-famous wines. Mont Saint-Michel is an impressive island-fortress located on the northwestern coast of France. The port city of La Rochelle on the banks of Biscay is famous for its Old Harbour.
If you prefer beaches, then opt for Nice, Marseille, Deauville and Beziers.
Weather: Depending on the area, there are significant differences in weather. In Paris, the air temperature in June-August is kept at average levels of 20-24 degrees, in Nice warms up to 27 degrees, the water in June-August warms up to 21-25 degrees.
How to get there: you can get to Paris by plane from Moscow in 3 hours 50 minutes and 7500 rubles one way per person, to Nice in 3 hours 55 minutes and 9 300 rubles one way per person.
Where to stay: in Paris, hotels offer accommodation in a room from 3000 rubles per day per place. In Nice you can find a hostel from 1200 rubles per day per place. The hotel - from 2 100 rubles per day for a double room.
The approximate cost of the tour per person: traditionally tour operators offer to go for a few days to Paris - from 28 000 rubles per person for a 7-day tour, or the Côte d'Azur - from 44 000 rubles per person for a 7-day tour.
Duration: 7 days.
Preparation, documents, money: we recommend you to worry in advance about the necessary documents for entering the country - this is a passport and a Schengen visa. For registration of the Schengen you will need a package of documents: a completed questionnaire, a photo of 3.5x4.5, a tour program, a hotel reservation, an invitation from a tour operator, round trip tickets, a certificate of employment or income, a passport, insurance, marriage certificate, birth certificate for children. Also, your accounts must be at least 65 euros per person per day for the entire trip.
Do not forget to exchange rubles for euros in advance at the bank. Take with you things for the weather, sun remedies, a first aid kit with medicines.
Holidays in South Korea: Seoul is ancient and modern
The rapidly developing eastern state constantly attracts the attention of the whole world. Music groups drive listeners crazy, technological innovations delight large corporations, and the level of economic life of the population causes envy among many citizens of other countries.
For the traveler, not only modern sights are attractive, but also ancient military and economic buildings that have been preserved for many centuries. In South Korea, you can walk through historical places, and arrange an unforgettable shopping, and entertain yourself in numerous parks.
We offer to start acquaintance with the Asian country from its main city – Seoul. The city is divided into two parts – the old and the new city. Accordingly, the main buildings are historically located in the old city, and in the new is located modern museums and amusement parks.
Of the mandatory places to visit, we can highlight Gyeongbokkun - the royal palace of the XIV century. Chandokkun is another royal palace of the ruling dynasty, built in the XV century. Changyongong is a palace complex built in the XII century for the entertainment of the nobility, today it hosts costume shows. Shopping quarter Myungdong, which is concentrated stores of Korean and world brands, restaurants of national Korean cuisine. Kwangzhang Market, where you can buy natural fabrics of excellent quality. Insadong Shopping District is an attractive place for shopping. The village of Bukchon is an unusual settlement with old-style houses. Cheonggecheon is an 8-kilometer landscape park, a great place to walk. Also of interesting places can be distinguished Seoul TV Tower, picturesque mountain range Pukhansan, Yuksam Building – 249-meter skyscraper.
Weather: the air in June warms up to 25-27 degrees, water to 19-20 degrees. In July, the average air temperature is 28-29 degrees, the water warms up to 22 degrees. August is the time of air temperature 29-30 degrees, water - 27 degrees.
How to get there: the easiest way to get to Seoul is by plane. From Moscow, the journey will be 8 hours and 20 minutes, and the cost of tickets starts from 16,300 per person one way.
Where to stay: hotels offer double rooms from 2900 rubles per room per day.
The approximate cost of the tour per person: given the flight and accommodation, a 7-day tour will cost an average of 60,000 per person.
Duration: 7 days.
Preparation, documents, money: for a trip to the country you will need only a passport, a visa for Russians is not required. Take South Korean won with you (the exchange rate to the ruble for April 2018 is 5.8 rubles). On the trip, take things for the weather, comfortable shoes, sun protection, first aid kit. We recommend you to learn some of the most necessary words and bring a Russian-Korean phrasebook.
The Virgin Nature of Laos for Those Who Have Seen Everything
Laos is a neighbour of China, Vietnam, Thailand and Cambodia and is a tourist mystery for many, as interest in the country has only begun to emerge in recent years. Unlike the more popular Asian countries, Laos has preserved large areas of virgin nature, which is amazing.
Traveling to the country is suitable for active tourists who like to explore the territory, admire the waterfalls, go down to the caves and walk through the jungle. At the same time, in any of the places you can stop and just meditate, clearing your aura of everyday worries. However, the beach holiday will have to forget, the country has no access to the sea.
Laos is known as the “Kingdom of a Million Elephants”. The country has many Buddhist temples, many of which are located in the ancient capital of Luang Prabang. Let the buildings are not grandiose, but still have a unique charm and its own style. Fans of extreme recreation will find rafting, speleology, mountain biking.
We must admit that the citizens of this country are very hospitable and friendly with tourists, people treat everything with positivity and optimism.
But do not forget about caution, malaria is a very common disease for these places, be sure to make vaccination in advance not only against malaria, but also against a number of other diseases. However, this will not guarantee you 100% protection.
Weather: the country is hot and humid, in summer the air warms up to 30-32 degrees, from May to October comes the rainy season.
How to get there: planes fly to the current capital of Vientiane, though with one or two transfers. From Moscow you can get with transfers in Istanbul and Bangkok for at least 25,000 rubles one way and 13 hours on the way.
Where to stay: In Vientiane, due to the growing popularity of the country, tourists already have many hotels, prices in which start from 2000 per day for a double room.
The approximate cost of the tour per person: some tour operators offer tours to Laos at affordable prices - from 38,000 per person for 12 days of rest.
Duration: 12 days.
Preparation, documents, money: entry into the country for Russians is visa-free for 15 days. From the documents you will need only a passport and insurance (required). The list of things depends on the style of your trip, if you are an active tourist, then stock up on a sleeping bag, a tourist set, comfortable shoes, things for the weather. Be sure to take a first aid kit, a document with your blood type (just in case), sunscreen, sunglasses. Be sure to take care of the safety of your belongings – keep documents and money away from the hands of intruders, theft is a frequent phenomenon. Stock up on Lao kips in advance (the exchange rate to the ruble for April 2018 is 7.5 rubles per 1000 kip).
Original Serbia
Holidays in Serbia are more suitable for curious tourists who are ready to study the history of other countries all day long. Mostly, you can see religious buildings here and admire the life of the rural hinterlands. Nevertheless, the trip will be very exciting due to the acquaintance with the culture and cuisine of Serbia.
It is best to start a trip with acquaintance with the capital - Belgrade and a sightseeing tour of the city. Of the attractions, it is worth seeing the Belgrade Kalemegdan fortress, from where beautiful panoramic views of the city and the Danube, the Church of St. Sava, the Parliament, the Cathedral Church and the Republic Square open. In the evening, the city shines with lights and becomes even more spectacular. There are also quite unusual excursions, for example, dedicated to Nikola Tesla or football clubs Partizan and Red Star.
It is worth seeing the sights of the small village of Smederevo, which is located on the shore of the Silver Lake. In the village there is a beautiful church of St. George, a fortress, city hall and city squares. And in the Jerdap National Park you will be transported to the Middle Ages, looking at the ancient Golubak fortress.
We also recommend a tour of Zlatibor-Drvengrad-Mokra Mountain to the places of director Emir Kusturica. An interesting trip will be to the city of Nis and the nature reserve Dyavolo Varos in the south of the country. You can see Chele Kulu, a tower with skulls built by the Turks from the heads of resisting Serbs. In Devil Vorosh you can admire huge stone figures of different colors with green caps made of stones. A little creepy, but fascinating sight.
Weather: in June, the air of Serbia warms up to 22-26 degrees, in July - to 29-30, in August it is kept at 30-31 degrees. In general, for the Russian comfortable temperature.
How to get there: you can fly from Moscow to Belgrade on a direct flight in 2 hours and 50 minutes and at least 8500 rubles one way.
Where to stay: a hotel in Belgrade can be found for 2200 rubles a day for a double room, prices for hostels start from 1800 per place per day.
The approximate cost of the tour per person: tour operators offer tours from 30,000 rubles per person for a 7-day tour (flight, accommodation, breakfast), you can go on your own for 17-20 thousand rubles with flight and accommodation.
Duration: 7 days.
Preparation, money, documents: documents will require a passport, a visa for Russians is not required for 30 days of stay. Upon entry, you will need to show insurance with coverage of 20 thousand euros, the calculation of 50 euros per day per person for the duration of stay in the country. In advance, exchange rubles for Serbian dinars (the exchange rate for April 2018 is 1.55 dinars for 1 ruble).
Oriental wisdom of Nepal
Nepal surprises tourists with its tranquility, tranquility and a large number of beautiful architectural buildings of the Buddhist nation. Coming here, you should leave the worries behind and prepare to enjoy the harmony.
It is necessary to start acquaintance with the country from the main city - Kathmandu, most of the attractions of the state are concentrated here. It is worth seeing the medieval eastern Singh Darbar Palace and Durbar Square. The square is famous for its miracles, for example, you can see the living embodiment of the goddess Talezha, who appears in the form of a small girl, chosen by 32 signs of an impeccable person.
On the other side of the square is Frick Street with a large selection of smoking accessories and unconventional cafes. It is worth visiting the large complex of Pashupatinath temples, where life converges with death, many yogis, hermits and monkeys.
It is worth seeing the royal city of Patan, with many intertwined religions and buildings of different eras. This city also has Durbar Square, where you can visit the Golden Temple and the Royal Palace. In the city of Bhaktapur, tourists are attracted by street artisans, dry yarn, make clay products and weave carpets.
Visiting almost all monuments is a fee and costs about $10.
Weather: you need to be immediately ready for sudden temperature changes, so, in June, the weather during the day is kept at around 29 degrees, at night it drops to 18. In July and August, the air can warm up to 34 degrees, and at night it can also fall to 18 degrees.
There are no direct flights to Kathmandu from Moscow, you can fly with a transfer to Delhi for at least 15,900 rubles one way per person. You will have to fly for more than one day, taking into account the transfer.
Where to stay: you can settle in Kathmandu quite inexpensively - from 800 rubles a day for a double room.
The approximate cost of the tour per person: together with the flight and accommodation, the cost will be from 42 000 rubles per person for 7 days of rest.
Duration: 7 days.
Preparation, documents, money: to enter the country, a Russian will need a visa, which is not difficult to issue, you can do it at the embassy for an hour and $ 40. You will need a passport, travel insurance. Take things for the weather, sunscreen, comfortable shoes, medicine kit, warm clothes for evening walks. Be sure to exchange rubles in advance for dollars or Nepali rupees (the exchange rate for April 2018 is 1 ruble for 1.7 rupees).
Exotic Cambodia – beaches, shopping, excursions
In Cambodia, you can not only find magnificent beaches and good service, but also go on fascinating excursions to the sights, see exotic animals, go shopping and try the original cuisine. It is worth visiting the temple complex of Angor, the capital of Phnom Penh and the beach resort of Sihanoukville.
Remember the abandoned city from the Mowgli cartoon with tree roots sprouted into the walls and hordes of banderlogs inhabiting it? Well, it actually exists and is in Cambodia called Angkor.
The real popularity of the place came with the release of the film “Lara Croft” with Angelina Jolie, where the temple appears before the audience in its natural form. Nature here prevails over man, which shakes the minds of tourists. The area of the building is impressive and is about 200 square kilometers of area. It's impressive, isn't it?
Sihanoukville is the only beach resort in the country and the Gulf of Thailand. It has been developing so much lately that it is preparing to compete with Thai Pattaya. Of the advantages, it can be noted that there are few tourists here, the beaches are picturesque, and the place is calm. In the capital Phnom Penh, there are many restaurants of national cuisine, various fairs with local artisans.
Weather: in summer, the air temperature is kept at an average mark of 32 degrees, the water warms up to 29 degrees.
How to get there: an independent flight will cost at least 28,000 rubles one way per person, there are no direct flights from Moscow to Sihanoukville, the plane makes a transfer in Vietnamese Fukuoka.
Where to stay: Sihanoukville hotels offer accommodation from 1500 rubles a day for a room for two.
The approximate cost of the tour per person: through travel agencies you can go to Sihanoukville for 52 000 rubles for 7 nights.
Duration: 7 nights.
Preparation, documents, money: a Russian tourist will need a visa, which can be issued on arrival in the country in 5-10 minutes. You will need a passport, a photo 3×4, a completed questionnaire and a fee of 30 euros. Take things with you for the weather, comfortable shoes, a swimsuit, a towel, moisture-resistant products from the sun, a headdress, a first aid kit with medicines. Be sure to exchange rubles in advance for dollars or Cambodian riel (the exchange rate for April 2018 is 64 riel for 1 ruble).
Alternative medicine and picturesque beaches of China
China in the summer for the Russian tourist offers primarily a beach holiday: and you can heal, and not so stuffy. Therefore, in this route, we will talk about which resort to choose.
One of the most famous and attractive resort for Russians is Hainan, an island located in the south of the country. All year round, the island invites tourists to relax on the coast, spa treatments, massages, non-traditional methods of healing. For active tourists, a large selection of excursions is offered - to the island of monkeys, the butterfly gorge, the folklore village of the Li and Miao people.
In Harbin you can meet many Russian guides who will show you historical sights. In Shanghai, you will be amazed at how harmoniously East and West, modern world and antiquity combine. Dalian is a beach resort on the Yellow Sea, the most environmentally friendly area.
It is worth highlighting Hong Kong as the most built-up city in China with its own currency, a large number of nightclubs, temples, museums, skyscrapers and rich shopping.
Weather: in June air - 30-33 degrees, water - 29 degrees, in July air - 30 degrees, water - 29 degrees, in August air - 33 degrees, water - 25 degrees.
How to get there: to Sanya - the city in Hainan you can fly for at least 18 000 rubles and 9 hours 10 minutes per person in one direction. You can fly to Hong Kong for 15,000 rubles and 9 hours and 15 minutes.
Where to stay: Sanya hotels offer accommodation from 1700 rubles a day for two, 350 rubles for a place in a hostel, in Hong Kong you can stay for 1100 rubles in a hostel for a place and from 1200 for a hotel room for two.
The approximate cost of the tour per person: travel agencies offer a 7-day vacation in Hainan in the summer from 22 000 rubles per person with flight and accommodation, excursions will cost about 100 euros per person, a tour to Hong Kong will be 50 000 rubles per person, tours to Harbin are offered from 60 000 rubles per person for 7 days.
Duration: 7 days.
Preparation, documents, money: Russian tourists need a visa to enter China. You can arrange it at the embassy before departure or upon arrival in the country, for registration you will need a passport, a completed questionnaire, a 3x4 photo and a fee of about 4300 rubles.