8 days in Kazan Itinerary

The heart of Tatar culture, Kazan carries the epithet of the "Third Capital of Russia" because of its rich history and thriving economy.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Kazan: Raifa (Trinity Cathedral, Raifa Monastery, &more). The adventure continues: contemplate the long history of Kazan Kremlin, take in the spiritual surroundings of Cathedral of the Apostles Peter and Paul, examine the collection at Konstantin Vasiliev Museum, and wander the streets of Bauman Street (Kazansky Arbat).

For reviews, maps, and tourist information, go to the Kazan day trip planning website.

Amsterdam, The Netherlands to Kazan is an approximately 9.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of train and bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 2 hours traveling from Amsterdam to Kazan. In November, Kazan is slightly colder than Amsterdam - with highs of 0°C and lows of -4°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Fri) early enough to travel back home.