ONE JOURNEY — THREE LEGENDARY ARCTIC REALMS
On this royal heritage journey through Russia’s imperial capitals of Moscow and St. Petersburg, Murmansk stands as the awakening soul of the Arctic Circle.
This is no ordinary Russian tour. Vielatin takes you to the largest city inside the Arctic Circle — Murmansk — where polar winter shines in breathtaking magnificence. Witnessing the end of the world with deep oceans, blanketed snow, and the dancing celestial emerald ribbons of the Aurora Borealis is a once-in-a-lifetime privilege. In addition to touching the mythical lights, guests experience thrilling husky sledding, snowmobile safaris, ice-floating in polar waters, the Dragon’s Eggs beach at Teriberka, and the Mysterious Forest Art-Park in Kirovsk.
SELECT YOUR 2026 - 2027 AURORA DEPARTURE
Each departure is strictly limited to 8 to 15 guests to ensure supreme service quality and deep Arctic immersion.
Prices updated 20/10/2026 · Group size, hotels and inclusions reconfirmed for the 2026–2027 season.
09/12/2026 - 16/12/2026
Prime early winter window with crisp Arctic skies, deep powder snow, and intense auroral displays.
07/02/2027 - 14/02/2027
Exclusive festive departure during deep polar night peak with maximum northern lights frequency.
Already have your international flights? See our 7-day Russia Aurora Land Tour from 67,690,000 ₫ (Moscow arrival, St. Petersburg departure).
FULL PACKAGE OR LAND TOUR?
Both packages keep 100% of the ground services: transfers, private coaches, 4-star hotels, the Glass Igloo night and the Russian domestic flights.
| Criteria | CURRENT CHOICE • FULL PACKAGE A-Z Full Package from HanoiFrom 93,690,000 ₫ | SAVE 26 MILLION ₫ Land Tour (Join in Russia)From 67,690,000 ₫ / guest |
|---|---|---|
| Duration | 8 Days 7 Nights (including international flights) | 7 Days 6 Nights (ground tour in Russia) |
| International Flights | ✓ Included round-trip Hanoi – Russia (30kg baggage) | ✕ Not included (complimentary booking assistance available) |
| Departure Points | Noi Bai International Airport (Hanoi) | Moscow arrival // St. Petersburg departure |
| Russian Domestic Flights (Moscow – Murmansk – St. Petersburg) | ✓ Included (7kg carry-on + 23kg checked) | ✓ Included (7kg carry-on + 23kg checked) |
| 100% 4-Star Hotels & 1 Igloo Night | ✓ Included | ✓ Included |
| 3h Aurora Hunt + Teriberka + Kirovsk + Hermitage | ✓ Included in full | ✓ Included in full |
| Travel Insurance 50,000 USD | ✓ Included | ✓ Included |
| Best For | Travelers departing from Vietnam seeking an end-to-end flight-inclusive package | International guests, mileage redeemers, travelers arranging own flights |
| Action | See the Land Tour (67,690,000 ₫) → |
6 SIGNATURE HIGHLIGHTS YOU CANNOT MISS
EXCLUSIVE LODGING 1 Night Aurora Glass Igloo & 3 Nights Murmansk
Spend 3 full nights in Murmansk — the capital of the Russian Arctic — to maximize aurora sighting probabilities. Features 1 unforgettable night in a heated thermal glass igloo watching dancing green ribbons directly from your bed.
CERTIFIED LOCAL TOUR LEADERS 3-Hour Deep Wilderness Aurora Hunting Excursion
Venturing deep into the untamed Tundra with veteran local aurora hunters, leaving all city light pollution behind to witness celestial cosmic light shows at their most awe-inspiring.
EDGE OF THE EARTH Historic Teriberka & Arctic Ocean Coast
Journey to the remote fishing village of Teriberka on the Barents Sea (set of Oscar-winning film Leviathan), the Dragon’s Eggs stone beach, frozen waterfalls, and the Throne of the Arctic Ocean.
FAIRYTALE ICE REALM Mysterious Forest Art-Park & Khibiny Mountain Cableway
Stroll through the Mysterious Forest Art-Park, a pine and spruce forest of sculptures at the foot of the Khibiny Mountains, try snow-tubing (if conditions permit), and ride the BigWood panoramic cable car.
IMPERIAL HERITAGE Dual Historical Capitals: Moscow & St. Petersburg
Stand in Red Square, marvel at St. Basil’s kaleidoscopic domes, explore the Kremlin, ride the opulent Moscow Metro “Underground Palace”, and tour the State Hermitage Museum and Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood.
ALL-INCLUSIVE SERVICE 4-Star Hotels & Quality Airlines
100% 4-star hotel accommodations across all 3 cities, meals per itinerary, 23kg checked baggage for both international and domestic flights, accompanied by an experienced tour leader from Hanoi and native local guides.
8-DAY TOUR ITINERARY
Every day is a masterfully crafted chapter blending Arctic wilderness wonders with grand Russian imperial heritage.
Hanoi • Moscow (Welcome to Russia)
Gather at Noi Bai International Airport to complete flight procedures with Vietnam Airlines / China Eastern Airlines (transit in Shanghai). Upon arrival at Moscow airport, meet your guide and driver for transfer to the hotel, check-in, light dinner, and rest after the long flight.
FEATURED SIGHTS & HIGHLIGHTS:
- Gather at Noi Bai: Complete border clearance and embark on your flight to Russia on Vietnam Airlines / China Eastern Airlines (transit in Shanghai).
- Welcome to Moscow: Professional guide and driver welcome the group and transfer to the central 4-star hotel, light dinner, and relaxation.
Discover Moscow • The Heart of Russia
After breakfast, depart to explore iconic landmarks of Moscow: colorful St. Basil’s Cathedral, historic Red Square, outside Lenin’s Mausoleum, powerful Kremlin fortress, grand GUM department store, and the Moscow Metro known as an underground palace of art. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, dinner, and return to hotel to rest.
FEATURED SIGHTS & HIGHLIGHTS:
- St. Basil’s Cathedral: Legendary colorful onion-domed architectural masterpiece and Russia’s most famous landmark.
- Minin and Pozharsky Monument: Historic bronze sculpture honoring the two national heroes who led the defense against foreign invaders in the 17th century.
- Red Square & Outside Lenin’s Mausoleum: Legendary historical and political heart of Moscow, bearing witness to Russia’s rich history.
- Alexander Garden & Eternal Flame: Peaceful park at the foot of the Kremlin honoring fallen heroes.
- The Moscow Kremlin: Seat of power and magnificent treasury of Russia’s historical and architectural heritage.
- GUM Department Store & Metro Palace: 19th-century architectural masterpiece and palatial underground metro stations adorned with chandeliers and art.
Moscow • Murmansk (Arctic Circle Capital) • Aurora Hunt
Breakfast, hotel check-out, and arrive at the airport at 08:30 to board the flight to Murmansk (departs 10:30, lands 13:10) — the largest city in the world inside the Arctic Circle. After a light lunch, take a city tour; at 21:00, depart with guide into the wilderness Tundra for a 3-hour Aurora hunting tour (expected 3 hours). Overnight at a 4-star hotel in Murmansk.
FEATURED SIGHTS & HIGHLIGHTS:
- Alyosha Soldier Memorial: Towering monument on a high hill offering panoramic views of Murmansk and the frozen Kola Bay.
- Lenin Nuclear Icebreaker: World’s first nuclear-powered civilian icebreaker museum vessel berthed in Murmansk harbor.
- Five Corners Square: Bustling civic and cultural square illuminated with winter lights and festive Arctic atmosphere.
- Ice-Floating (Optional, extra 100 USD/person): Optional activity not included in tour price; see optional activities section.
- 3-Hour Aurora Hunting Tour (21:00): Join local experts deep into the wilderness Tundra with zero light pollution to catch exploding aurora ribbons.
Discover Teriberka Village • Arctic Ocean Coast • Igloo Night
Travel across the snow-covered Tundra toward the Arctic Ocean (Barents Sea). Explore legendary Teriberka fishing village, frozen waterfalls, Dragon’s Eggs Beach, enjoy lunch at a restaurant in the village, and return to Murmansk for dinner. Spend the night at a Glass Igloo in Murmansk, watching shimmering aurora displays right from your bed.
FEATURED SIGHTS & HIGHLIGHTS:
- Dragon’s Eggs Coastal Beach: Thousands of colossal, smooth rounded stones layered dramatically along the icy Arctic Ocean shore.
- Teriberka Frozen Waterfall: Spectacular frozen cascade plunging directly toward the icy Barents Sea.
- Throne of the North & Whale Skeleton: Iconic throne on the edge of the world and film set of Oscar-winning movie Leviathan.
- 1 Night in Aurora Glass Igloo Dome: Unforgettable experience admiring starry skies and northern lights from a heated bed amid snow.
Murmansk • Kirovsk Snow Town • Majestic Khibiny Mountains
Journey across snow-blanketed taiga forests to Kirovsk nestled in the majestic Khibiny Mountains. Explore the Mysterious Forest Art-Park, try snow-tubing (if conditions permit), visit the Rare Stone Museum, and ride the BigWood panoramic cable car. Buffet dinner at "Izovela" restaurant, overnight at a 4-star hotel in Murmansk.
FEATURED SIGHTS & HIGHLIGHTS:
- Mysterious Forest Art-Park: A real pine and spruce forest of about 3 hectares with just over 1 km of walking paths, dozens of sculptures among the snowy trees (mastodons, a troglodyte cave, Easter Island-style idols), sledding slides and a small cafe; opened in 2018.
- Snow-Tubing Thrills: Exhilarating slide down smooth powder snow slopes in the crisp polar air.
- Rare Stone Museum: Admire thousands of unique mineral and gemstone specimens extracted from the Arctic earth.
- BigWood Panoramic Cable Car: Ride the cable car to the slopes of the Khibiny Mountains with sweeping views of the snow-covered valley.
- Optional Activities (Extra cost, not included in tour price): Husky dog sled (100 USD/sled for 2 guests) and Snowmobile (USD 100 per snowmobile) when weather permits and snow is deep; Apatit-Nepheline mine (notify upon booking, runs only with sufficient participants and favorable weather).
Murmansk • Imperial St. Petersburg (“Venice of the North”)
After breakfast and check-out, transfer to the airport for the flight from Murmansk to St. Petersburg (lunch on the plane) — Russia’s royal cultural capital draped in winter snow. Stroll along lively Nevsky Prospect glowing with lights and admire majestic religious landmarks. Dinner at a local restaurant, overnight at a 4-star hotel in St. Petersburg.
FEATURED SIGHTS & HIGHLIGHTS:
- Nevsky Prospect: Bustling main avenue illuminated with winter lights, historic cafes, and grand aristocratic facades.
- Kazan Cathedral: Imposing cathedral with a monumental semicircular colonnade inspired by St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome.
- Palace Square: Grand imperial plaza with the soaring Alexander Column standing before the Winter Palace.
Imperial Heritage • Hermitage Winter Palace • Departure for Vietnam
After breakfast and check-out, explore the State Hermitage Museum (Winter Palace) — humanity’s priceless art treasury. In the afternoon, visit Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood, gilded St. Isaac’s Cathedral, Peter and Paul Fortress, and the Bronze Horseman along the frozen Neva River. Afterwards, transfer to St. Petersburg airport for the 18:20 flight home to Vietnam. Overnight on the plane.
FEATURED SIGHTS & HIGHLIGHTS:
- Hermitage Winter Palace Museum: Marvel at gilded state rooms, the Jordan Staircase, and timeless masterpieces by Da Vinci and Rembrandt.
- Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood: Russian architectural wonder with over 7,000 sqm of exquisite gemstone mosaics.
- St. Isaac’s Cathedral: Iconic cathedral crowned with a dome gilded in 100kg of gold leaf standing above the city.
- Peter & Paul Fortress & Bronze Horseman: Birthplace of St. Petersburg and legendary equestrian statue along the frozen Neva River.
- Transfer to St. Petersburg Airport: Complete check-in for the 18:20 flight home to Vietnam (transit in Shanghai).
Transit in Shanghai • Touchdown in Hanoi (Journey Conclusion)
Transit in Shanghai (China) and connect on your flight to Hanoi. Scheduled landing at Noi Bai International Airport at 14:10. Vielatin tour leader bids farewell, concluding the 8-Day 7-Night Arctic Circle Expedition, and looks forward to welcoming you on future journeys.
FEATURED SIGHTS & HIGHLIGHTS:
- Shanghai Transit: Complete transit procedures in Shanghai (China) before connecting to Vietnam.
- Touchdown in Hanoi at 14:10 (scheduled): Conclude the 8-day 7-night journey touching the Arctic Aurora and Russian imperial heritage.
TOUR TERMS & SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS
WHAT IS INCLUDED
- ✓ Round-trip international flights Hanoi - Moscow // St. Petersburg - Hanoi on Vietnam Airlines / China Eastern Airlines (transit in Shanghai, 7kg carry-on + 23kg checked baggage)
- ✓ Domestic Russian flights Moscow - Murmansk - St. Petersburg (7kg carry-on + 23kg checked baggage)
- ✓ Modern air-conditioned vehicle transfers throughout the itinerary
- ✓ Experienced tour leader throughout the journey from Vietnam
- ✓ Native local guides
- ✓ 2 nights at standard 4-star hotel in Moscow (2-3 guests/room)
- ✓ 2 nights at standard 4-star hotel in Murmansk (2-3 guests/room)
- ✓ 1 night stay at Glass Igloo Dome
- ✓ 1 night at standard 4-star hotel in St. Petersburg (2-3 guests/room)
- ✓ Meals specified in the itinerary
- ✓ Entrance tickets to all attractions specified in the itinerary
- ✓ BigWood scenic cable car ticket
- ✓ Snow-tubing experience (if conditions permit)
- ✓ Professional 3-hour aurora hunting experience (accompanied by aurora hunting experts)
- ✓ Bottled drinking water 1 bottle/person/day
- ✓ Travel insurance (maximum compensation up to 50,000 USD/incident)
WHAT IS EXCLUDED
- ✕ Passport issuance fee (passport valid for at least 6 months from the trip end date)
- ✕ Tips for guides and drivers (minimum 8 USD/guest/day)
- ✕ Single room supplement (550 USD)
- ✕ Personal expenses
- ✕ Food and beverage expenses outside the itinerary
- ✕ Optional experiences: Ice-floating, Husky dog sled, Snowmobile, Apatit Mine (Kirovsk), ski accessories at BigWood
- ✕ Any expenses not listed in the "What is Included" section
OPTIONAL POLAR ADVENTURES:
Thermal Arctic Ice-Floating (Optional)
100 USD/personDon specialized polar rescue thermal suits to float freely and safely among icy waters and drifting ice floes without feeling cold or wet. Optional experience at extra cost, not included in the tour price.
Husky Dog Sledding (Optional)
100 USD/sled (2 guests)Meet friendly, vigorous Husky dogs and ride a sled gliding swiftly through magical snow-covered pine forests in the Arctic. Optional experience at extra cost, not included in the tour price.
Snowmobile Driving (Optional)
100 USD/vehicle (2 guests)Experience thrilling excitement steering a specialized snowmobile across pristine white Tundra terrain like an action movie adventure. Optional experience at extra cost, not included in the tour price.
TOUR VISUAL GALLERY
An authentic visual chronicle capturing the extraordinary moments across 8 days conquering the Arctic Circle and Russia's imperial capitals.
ARCTIC EXPEDITION GUIDE Suggested Itinerary & Essential Travel Tips for Aurora Hunting in Murmansk
Complete hour-by-hour expedition guide from Vielatin polar specialists: Tracking Kp indices, geomagnetic storm corridors across the Kola Peninsula, thermal glass igloos, and transparent cost analyses.
MURMANSK AURORA TOUR — FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When does Vielatin's Russia Aurora Tour depart in the 2026-2027 season?
Vielatin operates two 8-day 7-night departures in the 2026-2027 season: 09/12/2026 - 16/12/2026 (early Arctic winter, from 93,690,000 VND per guest, double occupancy) and 07/02/2027 - 14/02/2027 (Lunar New Year holiday, from 97,690,000 VND per guest). Each group is limited to 8-15 guests.
What is the Northern Lights sighting probability on Vielatin's Murmansk Tour?
By basing our guests for 3 full nights inside the Arctic Circle in Murmansk, combined with 1 night in a heated 360° Glass Igloo Dome and active nightly chases into zero-light-pollution tundra, we maximize observation opportunities depending on weather and KP indices.
Is there a version of the Murmansk Aurora Tour without international flights?
Yes. Guests who already hold international tickets, or who join the group inside Russia, can book the 7-day 6-night Russia Aurora Land Tour from 67,690,000 VND per guest. It keeps the domestic Russian flights, 4-star hotels, the Glass Igloo night and the full ground programme, but excludes the international Hanoi-Moscow and St. Petersburg-Hanoi flights.
How cold is Murmansk in winter and what cold-weather gear is provided?
Winter temperatures typically range from -15°C to -30°C. Vielatin provides comprehensive 3-layer thermal packing protocols, adhesive heat pads, heated expedition vans, and hot Russian herbal tea and gingerbread during all nightly chases.
Do I need a visa for the Russia Aurora Tour?
Vietnamese passport holders can visit Russia visa-free for up to 30 days. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the trip end date; the passport fee is not included in the tour price. Guests on other passports should contact Vielatin to check the visa rules for their nationality.
What do I pay on top of the tour price?
Not included in the tour price: tips for guides and drivers (minimum 8 USD/guest/day), a single room supplement of 550 USD if you want your own room, optional experiences (Thermal Arctic Ice-Floating (Optional): 100 USD/person; Husky Dog Sledding (Optional): 100 USD/sled (2 guests); Snowmobile Driving (Optional): 100 USD/vehicle (2 guests)), the passport fee, personal expenses, and food and drinks outside the itinerary.
How much baggage is included on the Russia Aurora Tour?
Each guest has 7kg carry-on and 23kg checked baggage on the international flights (Hanoi - Moscow // St. Petersburg - Hanoi) and on the Russian domestic flights (Moscow - Murmansk - St. Petersburg).
Is travel insurance included?
Yes. Travel insurance with maximum compensation up to 50,000 USD per incident is included in the tour price.
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3-Night Northern Lights Expedition with Local Trackers
Guided by veteran local aurora hunters, the expedition tracks real-time solar wind data and Bz magnetic vectors, venturing deep into the Kola tundra where zero light pollution guarantees pristine dark skies. With 3 consecutive hunting nights, chances of witnessing majestic emerald and violet geomagnetic ribbons are maximized. Includes professional camera setup assistance and souvenir night portraits.
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