1. Take my passport and ticket and leave Hong Kong through the green channel. If you carry valuables such as video cameras, laptops and cameras with detachable lenses, please take the red channel to declare to the customs;
2. Guests with new passports are requested to bring the old and new passports with them for smooth customs clearance;
3. China stipulates that the limit for individuals to take money out of the country is $5,000, while the Russian limit is $3,000, and a customs declaration is required for $3,000-10000;
4. Due to the complicated exit procedures, please ask the team to go through the boarding pass, border inspection and security inspection procedures two hours in advance.
5. If the amount of foreign exchange carried does not exceed 5,000 or 3,000 US dollars, you do not need to fill in the declaration form when entering the country, and you can take the green channel; If it exceeds the amount, please fill in the cash amount in US dollars and go through the customs formalities through the red channel. If it is concealed, it will be confiscated as soon as it is found out.
Second, luggage.
1. You can check your luggage for free (the weight does not exceed 20kg, and the total length, width and height does not exceed 269cm). Daily necessities and clothes can be put in the suitcase (scissors, fruit knives, liquids and all metal items must be checked).
2. If you need to pack your luggage, please go to the packing counter in advance (10 yuan/piece). Please be careful not to pack and check your documents, valuables and money.
3. Carry-on baggage 1 piece (the total length, width and height shall not exceed 1 15 cm). Please put valuables, fragile items or things you need at any time in the carry-on suitcase, such as self-provided medicines, cameras, camera negatives, batteries, etc. But please bring your passport, plane ticket, cash and so on.
Most types of film can be bought locally, but the price is relatively expensive, so it is best to prepare enough film before departure. Film, whether it is used or not, should be put in the carry-on bag.
Third, temperature and clothing.
1. The temperature in Russia is slightly lower than that in Beijing, and the temperature difference between day and night is slightly larger.
2. Most of Russia's territory has a continental climate. July and August are the best seasons here, but it rains one third of the time. Many people prefer May and June, or September and the first ten days of 10.
3. Wear long and airtight thick clothes and warm shoes in winter; The temperature may change in spring and autumn, and it may rain at any time. You should prepare umbrellas and coats.
4. Wear clothes according to different personal situations.
The days in June are very long, and there will be natural scenery at the end of the month, so you should bring sunscreen products.
Four, about passports, coins
Russia's monetary unit is the ruble, and the US dollar is not universal, but it can be converted into rubles at any time.
1. Please remember: Please take your passport, air ticket, cash, etc. With you. If you lose it in the hotel, you will not be responsible. Russian police will check your passport at any time. Be sure to take it with you and keep it safe.
It is convenient to exchange money in the lobby of Russian hotels and other shops, but the exchange rate is different, so you should choose a good place or invite a tour guide to avoid losses. In addition, the amount of exchange depends on your own consumption, so don't be blind, because there is a price difference between buying and selling.
RMB can't circulate in Russia, and only a few private vendors will accept it when selling souvenirs.
All stores only accept rubles, and some gift shops accept dollars.
Verb (short for verb) to feed.
1. Breakfast is mainly western food and dinner is mainly Chinese food, which is in line with everyone's eating habits, but I suggest you try the local flavor, which will leave a deep impression on you.
2. Please choose the right amount for the hotel buffet breakfast, and don't leave too much food on the plate or pack it away. This is very impolite.
3. Take some biscuits and other foods, because during the trip, it will inevitably delay your meal time because of traffic jams and other special reasons.
4. If the guest is forbidden to eat a certain diet, please be sure to inform the travel agency before the group leaves, so as to make arrangements in advance.
Six, about the hotel
Russian hotels usually do not provide disposable items, such as toothbrushes, toothpaste and slippers. Please bring your own things.
1. Some hotels have pay TV service. Please consult the tour guide before you check in to avoid unnecessary expenses.
2. The telephone bill in the hotel is usually very expensive, and there is no signal on the mobile phone. It is recommended to buy a telephone magnetic card.
If you need to leave the hotel, please ask the front desk clerk for the hotel card in case you get lost.
4. Don't leave the room in pajamas, and don't wear slippers in hotel lobby, restaurant and bar.
5. Loud noise is forbidden in the hotel.
6. If there is something wrong with your room, such as telephone, bathroom, air conditioner, etc. Please ask the guide to help you change rooms.
Seven, about flying, bus.
1. According to airline regulations, it is forbidden to use mobile phones, pagers, game consoles, etc. On the plane. According to the relevant provisions of European law, using mobile phones on the plane will be fined and even investigated for criminal responsibility.
2. There are no smoking signs in the engine room, bus compartments and some restaurants. Please observe the relevant regulations.
Please take your seats on the plane accordingly. If you need to adjust your seat, please contact the crew.
Eight, about shopping
Russian leather clothing, ceramics, ceramic toys, vologda lace, Rostov enamel, Russian porcelain, wood products (dolls, jewelry boxes), crystals, amber, red gold jewelry, shawls and headscarves are all very famous, and the prices are relatively cheap compared with China. You can also buy binoculars, which is also a very good gift.
Nine, time difference
Based on Beijing time, Russian daylight saving time is 4 hours slower and winter time is 5 hours slower.
X. language
The common language is Russian. People who can speak English can be found in big cities in Russia, and other languages are extremely rare here. Most residents in small and medium-sized cities and rural areas are very kind. Although they don't know the language, they will try their best to help you.
XI。 Power?Supply?
In Russia, 220 V 50 Hz alternating current can be used, and European-style double socket plugs (round) can be used. Guests can prepare the conversion plug according to the electric plug they carry.
Twelve. connect
Every city in Russia can ensure international contact by telegraph or post office. There are magnetic card telephones in many places, and it is a little more expensive to make a phone call in a hotel. Basically, all big cities have mobile phone networks.
When making an international call, dial 8+ 10+ country number+city number+phone number first.
Dial 8+ area code+phone number before making a long distance call in Russia.
Internet is widely used: Internet cafes and business centers can access the Internet (mostly for a fee).
Twelve. Health and drugs
You may feel uncomfortable when you go out because of climate change, so you should prepare commonly used drugs for emergencies. If you need to take certain drugs for a long time, such as hypertension, heart disease, stomach trouble or diabetes, be sure to bring enough drugs and doctors' prescriptions just in case. Take some anti-allergic pills and haloperidol in case of long-distance travel.
Thirteen. Special remarks abroad
1, please pay attention to traffic safety. The traffic order in Russia is chaotic, and parking is not allowed in many tourist attractions in the city center.
Parking is inconvenient, be careful when crossing the road!
2. In railway stations, shops or places to visit, you may meet some strangers and street businessmen.
Money changers, beggars, etc. (including China people) have different requirements for you, so you'd better not talk to them.
They speak to ensure their own safety.
There are few public toilets on the streets of Russia, and there are no toilets in many tourist attractions (such as churches). Please sign in.
Hotels, restaurants, souvenir shops, etc. Make full use of them when you have the chance to avoid inconvenience.
In many tourist attractions, there are restrictions on the use of cameras, video cameras, etc. And you have to buy a ticket. That's what cameras do.
No more than 100 rubles, and the camera is about 250 rubles. There are differences in different places. If there are paintings or tapestries where you go, you are generally not allowed to use flash. If you need to use it, be prepared in advance. According to the regulations, people who don't buy tickets are not allowed to bring cameras in. You can only put it in the car or in the cloakroom of the place you visit.
Don't put your things in public places. It's best to bring money, valuables, passports and Russian visas.
6, according to the local traffic and other specific conditions, in order to facilitate the distinguished guests, you can change the visit and dining time, but absolutely not.
Yes, there will be no reduction in tourism projects.
7. Russian social practices such as laws, culture, religious beliefs, living habits in public and private places are different from those in China, and sometimes you may encounter unexpected differences. The tour guide will try his best to explain, but the tour time is too short, so there is no way to introduce all possible problems without affecting the tourists' visit. Please pay attention to yourself. If you are not confident, ask the tour guide first. Careless acts that violate the law, or bring material losses to natural persons and legal persons, may lead to serious material liability and criminal liability, and the receiving party is willing to try to solve the problem as soon as possible afterwards, and may not be able to provide help in some cases.