Summer holidays at sea: routes, tours, prices
What could be better than a summer holiday at sea? Only warm sea wind, golden beach and azure sea. Today we offer you to choose from 10 routes the one that will be your trip this summer. Have a good rest.
Itineraries of summer holidays at sea:
2. Turkey: which resort to choose, what to see?
3. Picturesque Thailand: resorts, entertainment
4. Montenegro for active and beach holidays
5. Drowning in the greenery of Sri Lanka
6. The Enchantment of the East and France in Tunisia
7. Cleanest beaches and hot sun of Cyprus
8. Bright character of the Roma homeland – summer vacation in Cuba
9. Pleasure for the eyes and soul – a holiday in the Dominican Republic
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Land of ancient gods Greece: beaches, excursions
Greece can charm any traveler. Here you can find a beautiful sea, and ancient architecture of the times of ancient writers, and get acquainted with the cuisine of an amazing people, all at a democratic price.
All the places in the country are just filled with history to the brim. Literally, each settlement has its own attraction or is famous for historically important objects found at excavations. Athens, Delphi, Mycenae, Crete, Thermopylae, Meteora, Athos – only a small part of the cities that entered the history of Greece.
It is here that Mount Olympus stands, where the Greek gods may still gather.
The best beaches in Greece are on the islands of Crete, Rhodes and Corfu.
In these places, you can relax on the azure coast of the Mediterranean Sea and be inspired by history, exploring the sights. In Crete you can see Heraklion – the historical center of the island, named after Hercules. The city was owned by Arabs, Byzantines, Venetians and Turks. It is worth visiting Rethymno - the cultural center of the island. Water Park "Water City", Knossos Palace, the ancient city of Gortyn. Founded presumably in the XX century BC, the sunken city of Olus, which was an independent developed city with its own coin and migration program.
In Rhodes, you can see the old city of Rhodes, the ancient Kamiros, the valley of butterflies, the Seven Springs or “Seven Wonders”, an ostrich farm and vineyards.
Corfu is attractive with ancient buildings, palaces, medieval ruins, a water park, a mouse island, the monastery of Vlaherna, a fortress on the rock of Angelokastro.
Weather: in June, air is 26 degrees, water is 23 degrees, in July, air is 30 degrees, water is 24 degrees, in August, air is 33 degrees, water is 26 degrees.
How to get there: from Moscow you can fly to the island of Crete in 2 hours and 5 900 rubles per person in one direction. Rhodes from Moscow can be reached for 7500 rubles and 3.5 hours. Planes from other Russian cities also fly to Greece. And to Corfu you can fly by tour operator charter.
Where to stay: Some hotels in Crete offer accommodation from 833 rubles for two per room per night. On average, accommodation will cost you 2000 rubles in a three-star hotel in Rhodes, Kosa or Corfu.
The approximate cost of the tour per person: different travel agencies offer tours for 7 days from 20 000 rubles per person, burning can be found for 10-15 thousand rubles for 7 days.
Duration: 7 days.
Preparation, documents, money: for a Russian tourist you will need a visa to Greece, you can make a Schengen, at a cost of about 6000 rubles, for it you will need a passport, a photo 3x4, a completed questionnaire.
Be sure to bring a phrasebook with you and practice using video lessons to speak Greek. Greeks do not know English at all. By the way, they do not like to be called Greeks and the country Greece, they consider themselves Greeks, and Greece for them Hellas.
With you be sure to take sunscreen, first aid kit, sunglasses, headgear, weather items, comfortable shoes and swimming accessories. Exchange rubles for euros in advance.
A guide in Greece with a sonorous name Socrates We will give you unforgettable excursions in Russian. Interesting guide: Delphi, Arakhova - the oldest oracle on Earth. Epidaurus, Mycenae, Nauplio Peloponnese Tour (Argolida). The Russian saint.
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Turkey: which resort to choose, what to see?
Despite the popularity of Turkish resorts with Russian tourists, the country has something to offer tourists. Large territories, a different culture and four seas allow the imagination of even an experienced traveler to roam. We want to offer you several resorts on the coasts of each of the seas, telling about the views, service and excursions.
Amasra is a small town on the Black Sea coast, the tourist service here is just beginning to develop, but the cozy place should not be underestimated. Here they fish and cook fish perfectly. Noisy festivities and many tourists there, so the rest here is perfect for those who want to enjoy nature in peace and quiet.
Turkeli Island (Avsha) and the Princes Islands are resorts of the Sea of Marmara. There is excellent service of European level, beautiful beaches and a lot of Turkish holidaymakers, so book your hotel seats in advance.
Antalya, Alanya, Kemer Belek and Side are resorts of the Mediterranean Sea. This is where most Russian tourists rest. Many people like the highest service, excellent beaches and magnificent views of the Mediterranean coast. In Antalya you will find a lot of entertainment in the form of bars, pubs, restaurants with delicious seafood. In Alanya there is a water park, which will appeal to both adults and children, excellent service, a large selection of hotels. In Kemer you can find everything for night parties. Belek is a young resort with a world-famous golf center and services for wealthy tourists. Side is suitable for a family holiday.
From the excursion program on the Mediterranean Sea, you can note the sights of Pamukkale, Ephesus, Cappadocia, various active entertainment, in the form of rafting, jeep safari and quad bike safaris.
Marmaris, Bodrum and Fethiye are resorts on the Aegean Sea. Holidays here are more expensive because the service is aimed at European tourists. And if Marmaris and Bodrum are the centers of nightlife, Fethiye is a real paradise. Excursions in the resorts of the Aegean Sea are also available, for example, you can visit Ephesus, the House of the Virgin Mary, Dalian, Cappadocia.
Weather: all summer in Turkey, the air temperature is kept at levels of 28-31 degrees, and the water warms up to 22-24 degrees.
How to get there: it is most profitable to get to Turkish resorts by plane, flights fly from all major Russian cities, both regular and charter. The flight time is about 3.5 hours, the cost of tickets starts from 5 500 rubles from Moscow.
Where to stay: Turkish resorts offer double rooms from 1000 rubles per day for a room and seats in mini-hotels from 700 rubles per day per person.
The approximate cost of the tour per person: prices vary depending on the operator and rest time. So, in June you can relax in Alanya and Antalya from 11 000 rubles for 8 nights. In Marmaris tours are offered on average from 25-30 thousand rubles per person in July or August for 7 days of rest.
Duration: 7 days.
Preparation, weather, money: a Russian citizen will not need a visa for a tourist holiday in Turkey. From the documents you will need a passport and travel insurance. Be sure to take a first aid kit with the necessary medicines, weather items, bathing accessories, comfortable shoes. In advance, exchange rubles for Turkish lira (course for May 2018 14.8 rubles per 1 lira).
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Picturesque Thailand: resorts, entertainment
This country provides tourists with the most comfortable and rich rest, offering high service, beautiful well-groomed beaches and a variety of excursions. You can ride a local taxi tuk-tuk, elephants, make a trip to the jungle, try exotic Thai cuisine. From excursions you can find not just a visit to monuments, but trips to entire temple complexes and views of shows like Tiffany and Alcazar.
According to many tourists, there is a great massage and low prices. In the service, you can note in all cases a warm welcome, a sincere smile and joy. Everyone can feel like a very important guest.
Now a little about the resorts, which one to choose?
Pattaya is suitable for lovers of night parties and entertainment. There is a whole street with bars and nightclubs. Hua Hin is a resort for family tourists and those who appreciate the cleanliness of the beaches, the absence of vacationers and serene rest. You can see the Three Hundred Summits National Park. Most often this place is liked by rich Thais. Samet will attract the attention of a couple in love. There are many secluded beaches and offers for active sports - diving, windsurfing, water skiing. Phuket is the largest Thai resort with a huge selection of entertainment, luxury offers for tourists in the payment of accommodation, festivals and active sports. Koh Chang Island will attract the attention of tourists who love nature. 80% of the territory is occupied by wild jungle. Along with good services, nature remains untouched. Tourists are offered excursions to waterfalls, snorkeling, hiking in the jungle, trekking on elephants. Koh Samui will like the family, couple and lovers of a relaxing holiday. The northern resorts of Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai are distinguished by a large number of temples. And in the ancient capital of Ayutthaya, history lovers will like it.
Weather: in summer, the air in Thailand is kept at 32 degrees, and the water is at 29 degrees.
How to get there: you can get there by plane, charters and regular flights fly from many major Russian cities. The flight time is about 9 hours, the cost of tickets starts from 6000 rubles per person in one direction.
Where to stay: hotels of popular resorts offer accommodation even for 300 rubles per person for a place in a double room. On the islands you can accommodate from 500 rubles a day for a place in a beach house.
The approximate cost of the tour per person: tour operators offer 7-day tours from 35,000 rubles per person.
Duration: 7 days.
Preparation, weather, money: it is necessary to take into account the pungency of Thai food and in advance stock up on medicines that will help to cope with possible problems because of this. It is better to assemble a whole first aid kit. Do not forget things for the weather, passport, travel insurance, visa for the period of tourism you will not need. In advance, exchange rubles for Thai baht (rate to ruble for May 2018 1.99 rubles per baht).
Montenegro for active and beach holidays and
Montenegro is so rich in monuments and beautiful natural scenery that resting only in the hotel and the beach will be wrong. It is best to devote an hour or two a day to relaxing on the beach and swimming in the sea, and devote the rest of the time to exploring the country.
Many tourists recommend to go to the country independently, not on a ticket. It will be cheaper and there will be more offers for hotels. Almost every resort town has an old town with churches, temples and ancient medieval buildings. Be sure to visit Skadar Lake, where you can admire nature, storks and cranes. Fans of gastronomic tours will enjoy a trip to the wineries of Montenegro, as well as to Virpazar, where you can taste homemade wine from locals.
The country has a mild climate, delicious food, and many institutions speak Russian, so there will be no language barrier. Travelers are offered trips along the serpentine, where stunning panoramic views open.
In the resorts there are many establishments that offer incendiary night entertainment. Budva is a resort town that is very popular with tourists. And you can stay here in good hotels at a reasonable price, even in high season. Becici and Rafailovici are two nearby resorts. There is less activity here than in Budva, but there are fewer tourists. Resorts are less economical, but ideal for family holidays. Przno is once a small fishing village, an ideal place to relax alone with nature. You may not find much fun, but enjoy peace and quiet. St. Stephen is a very popular place among wealthy travelers. Many celebrities stayed here, including Sophia Loren and Sylvester Stallone. This is an island-hotel in the form of a picturesque castle.
Weather: for Russians, the climate is comfortable, the air warms up in summer to 25-30 degrees, and the water to 23-25 degrees.
How to get there: Budva can be reached by plane from Moscow in 3 hours and 15 minutes, and from there to get to other resorts. The cost of tickets starts from 8500 one way.
Where to stay: hotels of different resorts offer different prices. So, in Budva you can stay from 1600 rubles a day for a double room.
The approximate cost of the tour per person: you can relax in Montenegro for 9 days from 33 000 rubles with flight and accommodation. At about the same prices you can stay in Becici, Rafailovichi and Przno. In St. Stephen you can stay from 15 000 rubles per room.
Duration: 9 days.
Preparation, weather, money: to enter the country for tourism you do not need a visa, only a passport. Be sure to take with you things for the weather, comfortable shoes, first aid kit, headdress, sun remedies, bathing accessories. In advance, exchange rubles for euros (currency of Montenegro).
Drowning in the greenery of Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is simply created for a beach holiday. There is a permanent surf of the Indian Ocean, long azure coasts and completely green islands. While the country may seem boring to many, it is definitely worth exploring and considering from all angles. There are few tourists on the beaches, and excursions are very exciting.
To begin with, a little about the resorts, which one to choose?
Bentota is suitable for lovers of romance and couples in love. Many secluded beaches, stunning seafood cuisine, the center of water entertainment "Confifi Marina". Beruvela is located to the north and is of interest to tourists due to the main attraction - the Kechimalai mosque. Wadduwa is a resort of coconut palms, sandy beaches and numerous shops, cafes, restaurants, a swimming center. Kogalla is a remote resort for lovers of unity with nature. Nuwara Eliya is a small town in the mountains, from where you can go on excursions to the waterfalls and stay in dwellings in the style of English colonists. Hikkaduwa is suitable for divers and surfers.
You can see in Sri Lanka Colombo - the largest city in the state with a National Park, the Presidential Palace and the Dehiwala Zoo. Sigiriya is a table mountain with the remains of the fortress and frescoes inside. Cave temple of Dambulla I century BC, 5 caves and Buddha statues. The Royal Botanical Garden is the largest in Asia, where Nicholas II himself planted the Ceylon tree. An interesting excursion to the turtle farm, which breeds sea turtles and has already released more than half a million into the sea.
Weather: the air warms up to 30-35 degrees in summer, water - up to 25-27 degrees.
How to get there: the easiest and fastest way to get to Sri Lanka by yourself is to fly to the city of Colombo, and from there to the resorts. Travel time from Moscow will be 10 hours 55 minutes, and the price of tickets starts from 15,000 rubles per person in one direction. Almost all resorts from Colombo taxis at a cost of 50 dollars. You can also get there by bus ($1.5-2) and train ($0.5) to Bentota in 3 hours. You need to go to Matara or Galle stations.
Where to stay: in Bentota hotels offer accommodation from 700 rubles per room, in Hikkaduwa - from 500. In Beruvel, Nuwara Eliya - from 800 rubles. In Wadduwa - from 1400 rubles. Cogalla is 1,000 rubles.
The approximate cost of the tour per person: you can go to Sri Lanka on your own from 40 000 per person for a 7-day vacation, travel agencies offer vouchers from 98,000 for the same number of days.
Duration: 7 days.
Preparation, weather, money: a visa is needed for a Russian to visit Sri Lanka. You can arrange it in a live queue on arrival at the airport or on the website eta.gov.lk, the fee is $ 35. You will also need a passport, travel insurance. Take with you weather clothes, sunscreen, headdress, first aid kit, comfortable shoes, bathing accessories. In advance, exchange rubles for Sri Lankan rupees (the exchange rate for May 2018 is 1 ruble for 2.52 rupees).
The Enchantment of the East and France in Tunisia
Tunisia was once a French colony, so they speak here in addition to Arabic mainly in this language, English is not known at all. The French influence is felt most strongly in the capital Tunis, with many modern buildings and good service.
You should not consider a holiday in Tunisia as an alternative to Egypt or Turkey, everything is much more modest, however, Tunisia is famous all over the world for its telassotherapy procedures (treatment with seaweed, sea water, sea attributes) and pleasant sandy beaches with a gentle descent into the water.
Of the excursions, you should definitely visit the open-air museum - Carthage, the white and blue city of Sidi-bu-Said, the holy city of Kairouan for Muslims, the beautifully preserved amphitheater in the town of El Jem. And many tourists praise the most popular excursion to the Sahara desert by camel.
Which resort in Tunisia to choose? There are many beaches and resorts, but the main ones are Sousse, Hammamet, Monastir, the island of Djerba and Mahdia.
Sousse is the most budget and popular resort with 3-4 star hotels. There is always noisy and crowded, there is a lot of night entertainment. Hammamet will appeal to those who like to relax in comfort, it is in this resort that most 5-star hotels and the best centers of telossotherapy are located. It is a very green resort with a water park, amusement park Carthagoland, bars, restaurants and clubs. Monastir is a quiet resort with medium service, which is suitable for lovers of tranquility. Djerba Island is a paradise with high service, where there are practically no Russian tourists. Mahdia Mahdia is ideal for fans of exclusively beach holidays.
Weather: in summer, the air warms up to 29-33 degrees, and the water temperature is kept at 23-28 degrees.
How to get there: since the flow of tourists to the country in the summer is large, travel agencies often send tourists by charter as part of tours. This is the fastest and most profitable way to get to the resorts. Flight time is from 4-5 hours from Moscow.
Where to stay: in the hotel of the resort of Suss you can accommodate from 300-1500 rubles per day for a room, on the island of Djerba hotels offer rooms from 1200-1500 per day. At bad resorts, prices on average start from 1100 rubles per day per room.
The approximate cost of the tour per person: you can relax in Tunisia from the travel agency from 30,000 rubles per person for 7 days.
Duration: 7 days.
Preparation, weather, money: a Russian tourist does not need a visa to enter the country, only a passport is required. We recommend taking a French phrasebook with you to make it easier to speak to locals. Be sure to take things for the weather, headdress, bathing accessories, comfortable shoes, sunscreen. In advance, exchange rubles for Tunisian dinars (the exchange rate to the ruble for May 2018 is 24 rubles for 1 dinar).
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Cleanest beaches and hot sun of Cyprus
Cyprus is suitable for tourists who prefer only a beach holiday, because the excursion program here is very poor, but excellent service and magnificent sandy beaches.
Which resort in Cyprus to choose? The most popular and equipped resort is Ayia Napa. The beaches are exceptionally clean and beautiful. Rest here will appeal to a wide range of tourists – and discerning travelers who prefer the best service, families with children, hanging out young people. The beaches are cozy and calm, and in the city center there is a whole street with nightlife.
In Limassol, tourists are offered high service thanks to hotels with large areas and playgrounds, the resort is suitable mainly for families with children. Paphos will appeal to lovers of a relaxing holiday. Protaras will appeal to those who are not used to spending a lot on vacation, however, it is good and not boring at all. Polis will like lovers to relax alone with nature. Pissouri is a young resort with a Cypriot flavor.
Weather: the air warms up to 28-33 degrees in the summer, and the water - up to 24-29 degrees.
How to get there: The best way to get to Cyprus is by plane. You need to fly 3 hours and 40 minutes from Moscow, the cost of tickets starts from 3 400 rubles, many airlines offer regular flights from major Russian cities.
Where to stay: you can stay at the hotel from 1300 rubles a day per room.
The approximate cost of the tour per person: trips from travel agencies cost from 49 000 per person for 8 days of rest, you can independently recover on the same days from 20 000 per person with flight and accommodation.
Duration: 8 days.
Preparation, weather, money: Cyprus is part of the European Union, so Schengen holders will freely enter the country, others will have to apply for a visa. You can get a tourist visa through the Embassy of Cyprus in Russia or the government website mfa.gov.cy. A passport will be required from the documents. Exchange rubles for euros in advance. Take with you things for the weather, headdress, sun remedies, bathing accessories, comfortable shoes.
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Bright character of the Roma homeland – summer vacation in Cuba
Cuba attracts tourists not only with picturesque beaches, but also with a rich excursion program. Here will appeal to beach lovers, and lovers of extreme sea adventures, and connoisseurs of gastronomic tourism.
The favorite city of tourists is Havana. Here you can taste Cuban delicacies, dance with sultry Cuban women, admire the rare cars and colonial architecture. Diving enthusiasts will find excellent scuba diving schools. Varadero will appeal to connoisseurs of beach holidays. Tourists will find stunning landscapes of azure coasts, natural parks with cacti and a variety of sea adventures. Santiago de Cuba will attract the attention of active tourists who love hiking in the mountains and partygoers thanks to the large selection of nightclubs. Excellent beach holidays can be found on the islands of Cayo Coco, Cayo Guillermo and Cayo Largo.
Weather: the air in Cuba warms up to 33-34 degrees in summer, and the water to 28-30 degrees.
How to get there: You can go to Havana both independently and as part of the tour. A flight from Moscow to Havana will cost at least 23,000 rubles one way, you will need to fly 12 hours and 25 minutes.
Where to stay: hotels offer accommodation from 1000 rubles per day for a room, in the hostel you can stay from 700 rubles per place.
The approximate cost of the tour per person: from the travel agency you can go to Cuba from 50 000 rubles per person for 10 nights of vacation.
Duration: 11 days.
Preparation, weather, money: a Russian tourist will not need a visa to enter Cuba, only a passport. Take with you a first aid kit, weather items, sunscreen, headgear, bathing accessories. In advance, exchange rubles for Cuban pesos (the exchange rate for May 2018 is 2.47 rubles for 1 peso).
Pleasure for the eyes and soul – a holiday in the Dominican Republic
Dominican Republic is considered a truly paradise. Here stunning beauty nature, sandy beaches, unique species of animals and excellent service. In addition to the beach holiday, you can visit many national parks in which exotic animals are in familiar conditions, and tourists can safely watch them. In the Dominican Republic there is Duarte Peak – the highest point in the Antilles, the ascent of which attracts many tourists.
In the cradle of the Caribbean Sea and Atlantic there are many coral reefs and waterfalls. Rest here is an immersion in relaxation and nirvana, a complete reboot and almost rebirth. Punta Cana is the most popular Dominican resort, offering tourists walks through parks, waterfalls, excellent beaches, parrots, sea lions, iguanas in Manati Park. Cabarete will please young people with democratic prices, competitions in windsurfing, dance floors, parks and caves. La Romana is suitable for couples.
Weather: the air warms up to 31-33 degrees in summer, water - up to 27-28 degrees.
How to get there: you can fly to the Dominican Republic from Moscow by plane, tickets cost from 20,000 rubles, the flight time is 11 hours 55 minutes.
Where to stay: in the hotels of the Dominican Republic you can stay from 900-1000 rubles per day for a room.
The approximate cost of the tour per person: you can relax in the Dominican Republic from 50,000 rubles for a 10-day tour.
Duration: 10 days.
Preparation, weather, money: entry into the country for Russian tourists is possible without a visa, you only need a passport. Take with you things for the weather, comfortable shoes, first aid kit, beach accessories, sunscreen. In advance, exchange rubles for Dominican pesos (the exchange rate for May 2018 is 1.27 rubles for 1 peso).