Cycling Inside the Arctic Circle (KP-05) |
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Flights: package price includes flights from / to London and domestic flight where applicable. The package price depends on the availability of flight tickets and is to be reconfirmed on the date of your booking.
Accommodation: 3* hotel DBL in Moscow - 1 night, 3* hotel DBL in Murmansk - 1 night, tents– 6 nights
Meals: 8 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 5 dinners
Transport: minibus,
Equipment and gear on a tour: equipment for camping and field kitchen
Tour staff and support: English-speaking guide, cook, driver
Local culture and traditions: all excursions, entrance fee as described in the itinerary
Other services: invitation letter, registration in Russia and permits, all airport transfers within Russia
Not included
Personal travel insurance, optional excursions and services, Russian visa
Sightseeing tour of Murmansk, visiting museums and an excursion to a working atomic icebreaker in Murmansk - £130.
Special equipment required:
windproof clothes, waterproofs, warm clothes, spare socks, hat or cap, swimming items, personal hygiene items and first aid kit, matches or lighter, torch, sunglasses, mosquito repellent, sunscreen cream
Gear specification
Bike: MTB Atom XC 2.0, 3.0 and Merida. Hardtail (front shock-absorbing suspension), 21 gear, V-brakes (tour along the dirt roads only), hanger Acer Olivia.
Photos of the bikes used are available from the managers at RussiaDiscovery or in the Travel Agents’ picture gallery.
Bike accessories: No helmets or protection plates (leveled terrain in Karelia). No bottle holders or bike backpack holder (luggage transportation provided). Attention: Tour participants need their own small day packs. The instructor carries a repair kit.
Note:
Cyclists are escorted at all times by a small four wheel drive jeep. If you are tired at any time you can take a lift from the jeep and continue cycling when you are ready.
Note: Please view a suggested complete First-Aid Kit Checklist for your trip. Please contact us to obtain information on the medications available from your guide on site.
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