Trekking in Russia and Central Asia

Regions covered: Pamirs, Tian Shan, Caucasus, Crimea, Urals, Siberia, Lake
Baikal, Russian Far East, Kamchatka.
Whether you use this guide to hike through Silk Road villages, climb remote
peaks, or just take an overnight trip out of the city, these treks are sure to
shatter any preconceived notions you had about the former Soviet Union. For
the latest wisdom on navigating this land of eleven time zones, dozens of
ethnic groups, and ever changing bureaucracy, count on Frith Maier’s ten years
of experience pioneering foreign adventure travel. Includes:
– 50 treks and adventures of various skill levels
– Indespensable cultural background
– Up-to-date information on travel conditions, finding accommodation and food
– 61 authoritative maps unavailable anywhere else
– how-to’s on hiring guides and tour companies
– Trip planning tips, environmental considerations, health & safety advice
– Handy Russian phrases and terms for trekkers