Company Profile

Russian National Tourist Office

New york, , United States

Tourism Products - Services,
Proprietorship Firm Since 0

RNG is a fully licensed company with aright to provide visa support in both the Russian Consulates in the USA and Russian Foreign Ministry in Moscow.Russian National Group, Inc.Is a business corporation that provides a full range of travel and travel related services through professional and reliable ground operators in Russia. RNG enjoys the absolute best rates from Russian hotels, carriers and bus companies.

Before you go, our expert staff in New York City can help you and your travel agent select the itinerary that is best suited for you. Perhaps you'd enjoy one of our escorted land packages while traveling with a group, or maybe the independent side of you would want a customized program either fully escorted or fully hosted. Or choose to travel through this land of imperial history on one of our "White Night" cruise ships along the Volga River. The choices are yours: With Russian National Group all you have to do is ask!

Compare our programs with any other major tour operator to Russia. We're so confident that when you review our tours feature by feature you will discover that we offer the best value, with packages that are the most inclusive. Plus, we offer more hotels and services than others. Our tours bring you to the best of Russia!

Our web site RUSSIA-TRAVEL.Com and the staff of RNG will guide you step-by-step - from applying for Russian entry visa till the moment you wave good-bye to your new Russian friends on a way back home. The moment, we hope, you'll start thinking about returning some day.

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We Provide services of Tourism and travel agent. The preferred hotels where services correspond to rates :- We would recommend you to consider and have us book the following hotels in Moscow and St. Petersburg for you. You may make your reservation right here. Excursions :- Moscow, St. Petersburg, Musical Events Package. Traveler Tips :- 1)Visas :- Travel in Russia has become easier than ever. Remember, however that visas are required. And you need a fully licensed travel company like RNG to provide the necessary visa support and registration. Please click here for instructions and downloadable application forms. You are as well welcome to call us at 212-575-343. 2)Electricity :- Electricity throughout Russia is 220 volt/50 Hz. The plug is the two-pin thin European standard. Be sure to bring your own converter as most places in Russia do not carry them. 3)Currency :- All prices are generally quoted in rubles. Currency can be freely converted at banks, hotels or kiosks. Traveler's checks are hard to cash. Credit cards are accepted in most places that work with foreign tourists. Some may turn down American Express. Visa and MasterCard are known, hence - more widely honored. ATM machines are widely available in major cities, but note: they do not have letters on the key pad, so if your PIN includes letters, do remember them as digits! 4)Telephones :- Despite the recent rapid improvements in the telecommunications infrastructure, telephoning in Russia can be difficult and expensive. Best bet is to use the phone at your hotel or use AT&T, Sprint or MCI's USA direct services. Tokens or calling cards are required for street pay phones, which can be purchased at newsstands, in some stores, and many kiosks. 5)Time :- Time is GMT +3 for both Moscow & St. Petersburg. 6)Medical Care :- Remember to bring any medications you may need. Check with your health insurer before you depart to ascertain your coverage in the event of emergency. Many insurance providers offer specialized riders which can cover emergency evacuation. We do recommend buying a travel insurance. 7)Water :- Water quality varies widely in Russia. Your best bet is to drink and brush your teeth only with bottled water which is widely available in supermarkets. Be careful to avoid ice and raw foods and vegetables. 8)Crime :- Crime situation has considerably improved in Russia over the past couple of years. Moscow and St. Petersburg are a lot safer than many American cities. Precautions include not flaunting valuables, or walking alone at night through city outskirts or parks. 9)Taxis :- In Russia, taxi fees are usually negotiated with the driver ahead of time. Do not use gypsy cabs or accept rides in cabs that already have a rider. We shall be glad to provide you with airport transfers by our company car. 10)Tipping :- Tipping is increasingly expected at restaurants. Tip 10-15% depending on service. It is typical to round up the amount due to the next round figure.