Last day in Russia. What better way to finish the holiday than visiting Sergiev Posad as a last stop, before driving to Domodedovo airport and handing back the trusty Hyundi Solaris? Lovely sunshine and the HUGE 14thC Monastery of the … Continue reading →

Beautiful sunny day to wake up to in Plyos, followed by an incredible breakfast as only Chastnyy Vizit can put together – smoked salmon with salmon roe option; cherries; freshly squeezed orange juice; omlette with bacon and cherry tomatoes; and … Continue reading →

Plyos, the pearl of the Volga, is a tranquil town of old wooden houses and hilly streets winding down to the river.  The town’s historical renown stems from an artist’s retreat in the late 19th century, Issac Levitan, Russia’s most … Continue reading →