57 days in Moscow Itinerary

Russia's political, economic, and cultural center, Moscow remains the most populous inland city in the world, famed for its colorful history and rich architectural heritage.

Get outdoors at Moscow Zoo and Lake Beloye (Vologda Oblast). Explore Moscow's surroundings by going to Mytishchi (Kva-Kva Park & Ice Palace Arena Mytischi), Bird Park Vorobyi (in Vorobi) and Sergiyev Posad (Trinity Cathedral, The Holy Trinity-St. Sergius Lavra, & more). Spend the 4th (Wed) exploring nature at Losiny Ostrov National Park. On the 23rd (Mon), spend an exhilarating day on the slopes at Lisya Gora. Next up on the itinerary: steep yourself in history at Red Square (Krasnaya ploshchad), take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Basil's Cathedral, examine the collection at Tsarytsino Open-Air History and Architectural Museum, and admire the masterpieces at Pushkin State Museum of Fine Arts.

To see photos, where to stay, and tourist information, read Moscow road trip planning website .

If you are flying in from Egypt, the closest major airports are Sheremetyevo International Airport, Domodedovo International Airport, Vnukovo International Airport and Zhukovsky International Airport. In May, plan for daily highs up to 22°C, and evening lows to 10°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Thu) to allow time to travel back home.