Trans-Siberian Railway Untamed

Vladivostok, Primorsky Krai, Russia

JW
John Ward
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25 reviews
Oct 8 - 14, 2025
Group size: 1 - 8
Trans-Siberian Railway Untamed
Vladivostok, Primorsky Krai, Russia

John Ward
  • Email address verified
25 reviews

Oct 8 - 14, 2025
Group size: 1 - 8

About this trip

You can join this as an extension to our Mongolia Eagle Festival trip, or book it as a standalone trip. 


Our Mongolia trip, is part of  our charity arm, Mudita Adventures, combining travel with giving back. So far, we’ve raised and donated over $300,000, funding life-changing projects from Ethiopia to the Philippines.


One trip I’ve been dreaming about for years? The Eagle Festival in Mongolia. And in 2024, it’s finally happening — a powerful, purpose-driven journey with 10 awesome people joining me as we volunteer and experience one of the world’s greatest cultural festivals.


But that’s not all.


For those who want to go even further, we’re offering an optional extension:

🚂 Trans-Siberian Railway Unleashed – 2025.

A wild ride from Irkutsk to Vladivostok, tracing the legendary final stretch of the world’s longest train journey. Across the depths of Siberia. 


While I won’t be joining this part personally, it’s going to be epic. If you’re already signed up for Mongolia (I'm on that one!) and want to turn this into a once-in-a-lifetime overland adventure — this is your chance.


Go deeper. Go wilder. Go Trans-Siberian.

What is The Trans Siberian Railway?

 

The Trans-Siberian Railway is the longest train journey on Earth — and one of the last great overland adventures. Stretching across two continents, seven time zones, and over 9,000km of rails, it slices through the very heart of Russia, Mongolia, and beyond.


It’s more than just a train ride. It’s taiga forests, frozen lakes, vast empty steppe, and surreal sunsets from your cabin window. It’s sipping tea in a rickety dining car while rolling through landscapes few foreigners ever see. It’s gritty, raw, and totally unforgettable.

Hop aboard and experience the rhythm of the rails — where the journey is the destination. Welcome to Trans-Siberian Railway Unleashed.

What’s included

  • All accommodation
  • A western guide
    (Josh!)
  • All breakfasts
  • International Airfare
    If you're on the Monglia trip, we'll include the flights to Irkutsk too!
  • Trans Siberian Railway
    Of course we include your ticket (in a sleeper too). Vodka not included. Well, actually, let's see.
  • Project Donation
    And visit to our charity project that your attendance has funded
  • Vladivostok City Tour
    The edge of earth
  • Siberian Tiger visits
    A safari park/sanctuary, home to the siberian tigers

What’s not included

  • International Airfare
    You have to get yourself to Mongolia, if you're also booked on that. Or either Ulaan Bataar or Irkutsk if you book this trip seperately.
  • Airport transfers
  • Visas
    We help with your Russian visa, don't worry!
  • Travel insurance
  • Lunches and dinners
    ad hoc basis (but also very cheap!)
  • Vodka
    It's the Trans Siberian afterall...

Available Packages

Trans Siberian Railway Untamed
Deposit: $300
8 left

 THE most legendary train journeys on earth, combined with a raw taste of Russia’s wild east, soaked in adventure, and powered by samovars, Siberian forests, and sheer grit. Trans-Siberian Railway Unleashed — this isn’t a trip, it’s a story you’ll tell forever. See you on board. 


$2,799
Deposit: $300

Itinerary

DAY 1
Leave Mongolia, say hello to SIBERIA!

We'll be leaving the Mongolia Eagle Festival crew at an ungodly hour and flying directly into ancient Siberia, Irkutsk. 


 

Touch down in Irkutsk at 3am, catch some sleep, then launch into a once-in-a-lifetime day trip to the sacred waters of Lake Baikal. The world’s oldest and deepest lake. Crisp air. Wild silence. Siberian magic. That night, board the legendary Trans-Siberian Railway and roll into the unknown.

🚆 Sleep: Irkutsk (early AM), then overnight train

Your Organizer


JW
John Ward
25 reviews
Irish blogger @ onestep4ward.com. Every country in the world, 7 summits, North and South Pole. Now helping some crazy friends go to places they probably shouldn't.

Reviews

Such a blast! Johnny’s trips never disappoint! Loved the overnight camping on a gorgeous island in the Red Sea! Asmara and Massawa were also incredible. Missing those views already. As always, the memories and friendships made during trip will last a lifetime.
By Courtney J for Eritrea on Mar 23, 2025
This was an incredible trip from start to finish! Excellent food, awesome accommodations, and the most kind and welcoming people I’ve ever encountered. Seeing their happiness at having tourists again after so much turmoil at home was something truly special. Witnessing war torn towns and cities and then the beauty of Old Damascus has left me without words.
By Courtney J for Silk Road Trip on Mar 17, 2025
The itenary was great, even without Keren. Actually might have been that having Keren in it would have left too little time to Asmara and Massawa. Lunches on the road could maybe have been included as paying for them as such a mess most of the time. The bus was a bit small, but the group consisted of so nice people that I got more space for my legs when I needed it. For a first-timer the communication in the WhatsApp group especially before trip was a bit overwhelming and contained both important things and people just saying hi to each other. Most important things came however also as emails, appreciated. Would participate again to another trip if the destination would be one I'd wish to do.
By Pirkko S for Eritrea on Mar 16, 2025
Thank you for another fantastic experience Johnny. Eritrea was on the list for a while and we got to see it like few other do. The warmth of every Eritrean we met, the incredible Art Deco architecture and the general safety of the country made this one for the books. Onto the next one!
By Aavishkar M for Eritrea on Mar 16, 2025
Third trip with Johnny, won’t be the last. The group culture he creates is really uniquely special in addition to the fun and adrenaline on the itinerary.
By Kalli H for Eritrea on Mar 16, 2025
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