UK to St Petersburg
Hoping to get three weeks off in May to go to St Petersburg from the UK. Heading through Western Europe to Poland, Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia before crossing the border into Russia and heading for St Petersburg.
Heading back (possibly) through Estonia, ferry to Sweden, Denmark, Germany etc. Expecting the western europe/scandinavia bit to be essentially hassle free.
Who's done the baltic states and the border crossing from Estonia into Russia recently? Any things I should be aware of? Any paperwork I need that I should be applying for soon? I believe the Russian tourist visa requires evidence of where I am going to stay etc.
Any particular treats I should be looking for? Any curious driving habits? Any cultural sensitivities I should be aware of?
Should I camp or stay in local accom?
Early stages as yet and I know nothing! Thanks for any tips you can provide.
Matt
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