More Than Just Vodka Spirits Tour
Moscow, Russia
From USD 88.98
Office phone number: +7 495 414 2994
More Than Just Vodka Spirits Tour
Moscow, Russia





Culture shock rating
Worried we’re going to shock your senses? Relax! We believe part of the fun of travel is immersing yourself in the destination and its culture, meeting the people, and learning what makes the place tick. We’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The cultural shock rating ranks how different the experience is from most Western cultures. But no matter the level, don’t worry, you’ll have a local, in-the-know guide with you every step of the way.
Low
Consider these tours your 101 intro to a place. Transportation might be private or a very comfortable public option, and the activities are usually visits to iconic sites and locations that are familiar to most Western cultures – but that will still give you fantastic insight into a destination.
Medium
Expect to rough it for parts of this tour, whether that’s on a packed public bus or in a local market off the tourist trail. There might be a few language barriers or unfamiliar cultural customs, and you’ll get an experience different from what you're used to at home.
High
You're out there in the global community! We’re going to take you down streets you’d rarely explore on your own, introduce you to local customs and languages, and take you for a ride in whatever transport is available. Get ready to take it as it comes, whatever comes. There might be a shock, but oh man, it’s worth it.

Physical rating
Worried our tours are too tough? Relax! From leisurely strolls to muscle-burning treks, we’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The physical grading gives you an idea of how much huffing and puffing you can expect on the tour.
Low
Slow and steady is all you need here. These tours have very limited physical activity, such as walking relatively flat streets, sites, or markets, and climbing in and out of the transport provided.
Medium
Not too hard, not too soft, these tours are just right! You can expect a bit of physical activity, but nothing overly challenging – perhaps walking up and down hills, riding a bike for up to 30 kilometers along mostly flat terrain, or jumping in a kayak for a gentle paddle on flat water.
High
Get ready for a workout! These tours are our most challenging and involve intense walking, hiking, kayaking, swimming, or bike riding. You could be making steep climbs by foot or pedal, or working your core in the water. We recommend you have a good level of fitness to join this tour.
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Tour snapshot
Join us for a night out in Moscow and learn how to walk, talk, drink and party like a Russian. Obviously there will be lots of vodka but we'll also include craft beer and berry-infused spirits, too. Your local guide will teach you how to do shots the Russian way (by saying a special toast!) and we'll pair our vodka with tasty local snacks. Discover hidden gems and pass by some of the city’s most famous icons, including the legendary KGB building. As the Russians hardly ever say… “Na zdorovie!”
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Highlights
- Walk the historic streets of Moscow by night with a local guide and discover iconic spots like the famous KGB building
- Experience the craft beer boom and try Russian beer from a local brewery
- Learn the correct way to drink a shot of real Russian vodka and make a toast as the locals do
- Try traditional local cuisine, such as zakuska appetisers and pickles
- Taste nastoika, one of our favourites Russian tipples, paired with suluguni, a sublime white Georgian cheese
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Schedule details
- Duration: 3 hours
- Meeting point:
Next to the monument to Alexander Griboedov, which stands at the far end of the Moscow Garden Boulevard or Chistye Prudy (Clean Ponds), outside the Chistye Prudy metro stop.
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- Starting time: 7.00 PM
- Ending point:
Razvedka Bar, Address: Novaya square, 10
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Language: English
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, 1 Russian craft beer (0.3 litre) with snack, 1 shot of Russian vodka with variety of appetisers (pickles and smoked lard), 1 shot of nastoika (infused vodka) and fried suluguni cheese.
Exclusions: Additional food and drinks, souvenirs and personal shopping, tips/gratuities for your guide
After meeting your local guide, you will head over to Moscow’s hottest district for nightlife: Myasnitskava Street and beyond. This area is a magnet for the hip crowd, where you’ll always find a concert or some other fun activity going on. Its cosy labyrinth of side streets is also full of fabulous places to eat out.
We’ll start by visiting a bar that’s well known for its extensive selection of quality craft beers, many of which were brewed locally by the owner. Russian breweries are experimenting not only with exotic fruits, local berries and coffee flavours but also with the packaging and naming of their beers. One of the locals' favourites is even named after a well-known Russian Prime Minister! We’ll try some beer here, alongside some traditional Russian snacks.
On the way to the next spot, we’ll pass by a beautiful old building in the chinoiserie style that sits behind the old Central Post Office. It was transformed into an attractive tea shop a number of years ago. Your guide will talk to you about Russian tea-drinking culture and how it differs to that of other tea-drinking nations.
Our next stop is a charming and friendly restaurant named after a city by the Black Sea, Odessa. The city is famously cosmopolitan, welcoming people from Jewish, Russian and Ukrainian cultures, amongst others. The restaurant is known for its hearty cuisine, so we’ll enjoy some very typical zakuska appetisers, which pair well with the vodka we’ll be drinking (more on that in a minute). You’ll also get to sample a variety of pickles, such as tomatoes, cucumbers, garlic and cabbage. What is more, you will try one of our favourite snacks, smoked lard (pork fat), which may sound unappetising but trust us when we say it’s super delicious! While you snack away your guide will cover vodka etiquette with you before pairing a few shots with the food.
We’ll then take a stroll down the ‘crooked-knee’ street, passing by a spectacular mansion, the first privately owned public library in Moscow. Further along, we’ll walk through Lubyanka square, home of the ex-KGB headquarters. For a long time, the area has been a source of scintillating gossip, cold war anecdotes and even the inspiration for many contemporary art projects.
Our tour ends in the mysterious setting of a secret service themed bar. Here we’ll have another traditional Russian drink, nastoika, which is a berry (or sometimes veggie) infused alcoholic beverage. For Russians, this type of drink is usually homemade — something your grandmother in the countryside would lovingly make. We recommend that you try it with fried suluguni, a white Georgian cheese that makes for a superb and traditional Russian appetiser.
By the end of the tour, you’ll be well prepared to party like a Russian! Before you go, don’t forget to ask your guide for hints and tips on what else there is to see, drink and eat during your stay in Moscow.
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Additional information
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, 1 Russian craft beer (0.3 litre) with snack, 1 shot of Russian vodka with variety of appetisers (pickles and smoked lard), 1 shot of nastoika (infused vodka) and fried suluguni cheese.
Exclusions: Additional food and drinks, souvenirs and personal shopping, tips/gratuities for your guide
Your Trip: For your Urban Adventure you will be in a small group of a maximum of 12 people.
Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point. Get in touch if you have any concerns or require more information via the email address or phone number (business hours only) on your voucher.
Child Policy: No children allowed. Travellers between the ages of 12-18 years old are allowed to join the tour with a parent or guardian but will not be permitted to drink any of the alcoholic drinks.
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Dietary Notes
If you have any special dietary requests, please notify us in advance and we’ll do our best to accommodate you, although we cannot guarantee that there will always be alternative snacks available. You can can let us know in the ‘Additional information’ box at checkout, or by emailing us at info@moscowurbanadventures.com
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Local contact
Office phone number: +7 495 414 2994
Email address: info@moscowurbanadventures.com
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