Taking the TRANS-SIBERIAN TRAIN With Strangers

Okay, now onto the description of the video... Riding on the Trans-Siberian Train has been a bucket list adventure for me for as long as I can remember (8 years?). The train starts in Moscow and then travels 10,000 kilometers Eastbound across Siberia until it ends in Vladivostok. I was lucky enough to catch Trans-Siberian train for a 30-hour leg – from Irkutsk to Novosibirsk – and it was one of the wildest travel experiences of my life. Even in the middle of winter, where temperatures were around -30C, I couldn’t believe how scenic the views were out the window. It felt like a dream!

On the Trans-Siberian train, I met two incredible characters – Gregory (the train conductor) and Sacha (the drunk passenger) who I shared the entire experience with. I will never forget this train ride. It was the journey of a lifetime, and I can’t wait to (hopefully) finish the rest of the adventure someday soon. Siberia is truly a remarkable place. Thank you for watching.

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[CcSnipess]

Drew: Do you speak English?
Gregory: Barely
Also Gregory: Has a full conversation with Drew

[mmgcx]

as someone who took this train ride more than 20 times over the years of studying in Novosibirsk and going home to Krasnoyarsk, I can say there are usually multiple Sashas on every train, sometimes in every car. and Gregory is simply legendary.

[scottserenity]

This series is important because it highlights the people of Russia and their warmth and kindness. The government is not the people.

[marc-andrebertrand]

This Gregory guy seems so damn nice. Thanks Drew for this. It highlights how most people are. Normal, kind human beings.

[raystravel]

What a great adventure this would be. Gregory was awesome. Definitely superstar material.

[msrjorge]

Gregory is a very wise man. I feel so sorry also for the Russian people, they are victims and don’t deserve this war either 😔

[ashwathkrishna]

Can we all appreciate how drew always posts quality content exclusive about travel? Man is a legend!!! Love you drew~~

[RorysRamblings]

I did the trans Siberian from Moscow to Vladivostok in 2018 in one journey for 7 days and it was the best travel experience I've ever had

[manikadhikari]

My name is Manik, I live in Nepal and the 5 countries I wanna visit are 🇧🇷 🇲🇽 🇰🇷 🇪🇬 🇯🇲. I have been fascinated by your travel stories Drew keep the good workman.

[mahender.psinghbudgurjar]

Gregory is beyond admirable HONEST & STRAIGHT FORWARD..

[aaryamannahar]

Damn this guy posts the best quality travel content out there. Absolutely epic! Thx drew <3

[simoneforeman]

Hiya Drew,
I am English but my family is Ukranian
I did this journey all throughout Mongolia to China with my family, I highly recommend as this journey allows you to meet many amazing people and to embrace in incredible and amazing cultures

[DarlingMia]

Gregory needs his own channel! He’s the best :)

[heino]

I was in Ukraine at almost exactly the same time as you were shooting this video in Russia. I'm still in a semi state of shock after recent events. I'm still comprehending how lucky I am to have made it out at all and in one piece; some of my friends and family weren't so fortunate. I love both these countries and the people dearly. I'm struggling for words honestly, but I'm glad you enjoyed Russia as much as I have and that you can see past the agendas of governments and see the majority of people as wonderful individuals like yourself, who don't want any sort of conflict.

Stay safe Drew and everyone, wherever you are. Hope all's well. <3

[Vivarsson]

My name is Viktor, i'm from Gothenburg Sweden 🇸🇪 and LOVE your videos. Haven't been able to travel much lately, but your videos inspire me man! Keep up the good work, love from Sweden! 🇸🇬🇹🇿🇯🇵🇱🇧🇮🇷

[Makato]

Awesome story - thanks for posting!
Brings back memories - in March 1976 I travelled from Yokohama to Nahodka by ship, from there to Khabarovsk, where I I joined the Trans-Sibirian to Moscow with stop overs in Irkutsk and Novosibirsk. From Moscow I continued by train via Warshaw & Vienna to Switzerland. The experience of a life time!

[romanvolotov]

I'm from Russia and this vodka guy is hilarious 🤣 classic Russian man in all the stereotypes 🙃

[Destinationsomewhere]

Absolutely phenomenal and outstanding footage Drew! Your videos are literally the best hands down! 🇪🇭🇹🇷🇱🇨🇬🇷🇵🇭…. 🙏🏽💜

[shayanditadas]

Love his work!!! He has always been my inspiration for travelling... i came to know so much regarding the world
A lot of thanx to u!!!❤❤

[TheSilzy]

This might be my all time favorite video on your channel! Great content and narration! Gregory is a gem! ❤️